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Homepage : http://yriver.seocho.go.kr/
Directions : Subway line 3, Dogok Station, Maebong Station
Yangjaecheon (Stream), which is 15.6 kilometers long, is one of the tributaries to the Han River that originates from Gwanaksan (Mountain) and Cheonggyesan (Mountain). The stream flows into Gwacheon before reaching Seoul’s Gangnam area. The old name of Yangjaecheon (stream) was Gongsucheon (Stream). However, because the shallows are formed in the meandering stream of the confluence of Yangjaecheon and are frequently visited by cranes, the shallows are called Hangnyeoul (Crane Shallows).
Homepage : http://www.centralcityseoul.co.kr
Directions : Subway line 3 Express Bus Terminal Station
A transfer station for Subway Line 9, 3, and 7 can be found at Central City. Subway Line 9 is an express subway line that links Gimpo International Airport with Incheon International Airport. In addition, 60 urban bus lines for Seoul metropolitan area and express bus services for 70 cities nationwide make Central City a center of transportation.
World-famous architectural design companies have participated in creating the elegant and sophisticated look of Central City (shopping mall), which is a multi-purpose space occupied by cutting edge facilities, green areas, the Marriott Hotel, Shinsegae Department Store, fitness clubs, multiplex theaters, and convention centers.
Homepage : http://www.seonjeong.cha.go.kr
Tel : 02)568-1291
Hours : 09:00 ~ 18:30 (Winter- 09:00 ~ 17:30)
Closed : Every Monday
Directions :
  - Subway : line 2, Seolleung Station, exit # 8,
    line 7 Gangnam-gu Office Station exit # 1
  - Bus : (Green) 6411,4312,360,3219,4420 (Blue) 472,730,146
Seonjeongneung is composed of Seolleung and Jeongneung. Seolleung is the resting place of King Seongjong, the nineth king of Joseon Dynasty, and Queen Jeonghyeon, his wife. Jeongneung is the tomb of Jungjong, the 11th king of Joseon. Seolleung and Jeongneung, combined, are called Seonjeongneung. The tomb area is more popularly called Seolleung.
King Seongjong was a grandson of King Sejo, and the second son of King Deokjong (posthumous title). King Seongjong was born in the third year of the reign of King Sejo (1457), was enthroned at the age of 13 (1469), and died when he was 38 years old (1494). During the 25 years of his reign, King Seongjong achieved many things, including advances in learning and reorganization of the governmental system. Seonjeongneung, which is Historic Site Number 199, is relatively unknown, although it is located in an urban district. The site can thus provide serene respite to urban dwellers.
Homepage : http://www.abgujeong.com
Directions :
  - Subway : Line 3 Apgujeong Station exit # 1,2
  - Bus : 1411,4417,145,147,301,606
The name Apgujeong-dong originates from Apgu, the pen name of Han Myeong-hoe, a famous statesman during the reign of King Sejo. A pavilion named Apgujeong was located in this area. Apgu refers to “abandoning worldly life, living on the riverside, and befriending seagulls.” The name “Rodeo Street” probably originates from “Rodeo Drive,” world-famous fashion street located in Beverly Hills, California. Apgujeong Rodeo Street is crowded with luxurious clothing shops, fashion stores that carry imported brand-name accessories, wedding dress shops, and cafes. Latest fashion trends can be grasped at a glance at Rodeo Street, which seems to drive the fashion of young people. A culture of the masses and the young is driving the changes on Rodeo Street.
Homepage : http://www.bongeunsa.org
tel : 02-511-6070
Directions :
  - Subway : line 2 Samseong Station , line 7 Cheongdam Station
  - Bus : Green-4428,4418,4419,2413,3217,3218,2225,4411,3415
             Blue-361,640,143,146,301,362,401
Bongeunsa (temple) was built by Yeonhoe-guksa, a high Buddhist priest, in the 10th year (794) of the reign of Silla King Wonseong, and was originally called Gyeonseongsa (Temple). In 1498, the temple, which is located to the east of Seolleung, went through a remodeling, thanks to the support of Queen Jeonghyeon, the wife of King Seongjong, and was renamed Bongeunsa. The depository of the temple houses 3,379 printing blocks of 13 different types of Buddhist scriptures, including Avatamsaka-sutra and Vajracchedika-Prajnaparamita-Sutra. The calligrapher who wrote the characters on the hanging board of the depository is Chusa Kim Jeong-hui.
On September 9 of the lunar calendar, a ceremony called Jeongdaebulsa is held. Participating Buddhists read aloud verses on the dharma-nature,while carrying printing blocks on their heads as they march along Beopgyedo, the Diagram of the Dharma-dhatu.
Bongeunsa (Temple) is a Buddhist temple that is 200 years old. As the head temple of Seonjong (Contemplative School) Buddhism, Bongeunsa contributed to the renaissance of Buddishm during the Joseon Dynasty. Located in the center of Seoul, the temple still leads Buddhism in today’s Korea.
Directions : Subway line 2 Gangnam Station
Gangnam Station is a popular location for young company workers and students. The youthful dynamism of Gangnam Station stems from neighboring theaters, record shops, bookstores, and restaurants serving cuisines of diverse countries, and cafes. Furthermore, the area has a high concentration of various types of financial institutions. Around 2000, a venture business boom transformed the area into Korea’s Silicon Valley, which lies between Samseong Station and Gangnam Station.