Gangnam District

Parks in Gangnam-gu

Urban Parks & Green Spaces

Gangnam-gu offers diverse green spaces ranging from historic royal sites to modern riverside trails. Seonjeongneung preserves UNESCO-listed Joseon Dynasty tombs, while Dosan Park honors independence activist Ahn Chang-ho with a dedicated memorial hall. For nature enthusiasts, Yangjae Citizen's Forest provides a dense canopy of over 100,000 trees. Yangjaecheon features extensive riverside paths for walking and cycling, and Asian Park commemorates the 1986 Asian Games with sculptures and landscaped lawns.

Urban Parks & Green Spaces — Map

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A

Seonjeongneung

Seonjeongneung is a burial ground from the Joseon dynasty, located in Seoul, South Korea.

B

Dosan Park

Established in 1973 to honor independence activist Ahn Chang-ho, this park houses his tomb, a statue, and the Dosan Memorial Hall. The grounds include quiet walking paths and exercise areas located in the Sinsa-dong district.

C

Yangjaecheon gong-won

An ecological park stretching along the Yangjae stream, featuring dedicated pedestrian and bicycle paths, seasonal flower gardens, and observation decks. The area serves as a significant urban habitat for local flora and fauna.

D

Yangjae Citizen's Forest

Developed for the 1986 Asian Games and 1988 Olympics, this park contains a dense forest of maple, pine, and zelkova trees. It features various memorial monuments and sports facilities, providing a secluded woodland atmosphere within the city.

E

Asian Park

Constructed to commemorate the 1986 Asian Games, this park is located near the Jamsil Sports Complex. It features a collection of commemorative sculptures, a pine forest, and open landscaped lawns.

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