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National Museum of Korea
One of Asia's largest museums, showcasing Korean history and art from the Paleolithic era to modern times.
11 km · about 20 min drive
Gyeonggi-do, South Korea · Asia
Gwangmyeong works well as a base: 10 minutes from Siheungdong, 15km from Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Gwangmyeong is a city located in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. With a population of 357,545, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Gwangmyeong sits in South Korea, where you drive on the right. It's in the Asia/Seoul time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Gwangmyeong to your route.
Gwangmyeong (Korean: 광명시; Korean pronunciation: [ˈkwaŋ.mjʌŋ]) is a city in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. It borders Seoul to the east, north and northeast, Anyang to the southeast, Siheung to the southwest, and Bucheon to the northwest. It is home to one of the world's largest IKEA stores at 59,000 square metersRead more
(640,000 square feet), along with a large Costco store and a Lotte Premium Outlet.
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Gwangmyeong is located in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, Asia. The coordinates are 37.4772 latitude, 126.8664 longitude.
Gwangmyeong has a population of approximately 357,545 people, making it a city in South Korea.
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Tourist helpline (English): 1330.
Full driving guide for South Korea8 notable places within an hour's drive.
museum
One of Asia's largest museums, showcasing Korean history and art from the Paleolithic era to modern times.
11 km · about 20 min drive
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Seoul's premier shopping and entertainment district packed with K-beauty stores, street food stalls, and fashion boutiques.
14 km · about 25 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A communication and observation tower atop Namsan Mountain offering panoramic views of Seoul and famous for its love lock fences.
14 km · about 25 min drive
castle
The main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty in Seoul, known for its grandeur and the picturesque changing of the guard ceremony.
15 km · about 30 min drive
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Seoul's cultural heart lined with traditional teahouses, antique shops, galleries, and craft stores in a charming pedestrian street.
15 km · about 30 min drive
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A futuristic neo-futuristic landmark designed by Zaha Hadid, serving as Seoul's hub for design, art, and technology exhibitions.
16 km · about 20 min drive
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A restored urban stream running through downtown Seoul with a beautiful 10.9-kilometer walking path beneath street level.
16 km · about 30 min drive
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A traditional Korean village of hundreds of hanok houses nestled between two major palaces in the heart of Seoul.
16 km · about 30 min drive
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