Seoninmun Gate

Seoninmun Gate is a building in Jongno, Seoul, Gyeonggi. Seoninmun Gate is situated nearby to the city gate Honghwamun Gate, as well as near the hospital building Daehan Hospital.

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Changgyeonggung (Palace) and Changdeokgung.

Changgyeonggung (Palace)

Castle

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Changgyeonggung is a palace located in Seoul, South Korea. The palace was built in the mid-15th century by King Sejong for his father, Taejong. It was originally named "Suganggung", but it was renovated and enlarged in 1483 by King Seongjong, at which time it received its current name. Changgyeonggung (Palace) is situated 350 metres northwest of Seoninmun Gate.

Changdeokgung

Changdeokgung is a former royal palace in Seoul, South Korea. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a Historic Site of South Korea, it is among the best preserved of all Korean palaces. Changdeokgung is situated 740 metres northwest of Seoninmun Gate.

Seoul National University Hospital

Hospital

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Seoul National University Hospital is a teaching hospital located in Yeongeon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea. It is a general and teaching hospital of Seoul National University's College of Medicine. Seoul National University Hospital is situated 260 metres northeast of Seoninmun Gate.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Daehangno Street and Ihwa-dong.

Daehangno Street

Neighborhood

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Daehangno is a road in Jongno District, Seoul, connecting Jongno 50ga 82-1 to Hyehwa-dong Rotary). It also refers to the surrounding area, a hub of cultural and artistic activity.