Allow about three hours to read this block rather than simply collect landmarks. The route follows the land’s changing roles as a royal memorial temple, examination field, trade venue and indoor cultural space.
First 70 minutes: Bongeunsa
Walk from the main gate to Panjeon and the Maitreya Buddha. Distinguish the 1856 hall from the modern statue and respect worship or conservation restrictions.
Next 20 minutes: Seunggwapyeong
Find the marker near COEX’s north side and imagine the open field used for the 1552 monk examination. Use signals and marked crossings.
Final 80 minutes: the indoor city
Visit the public exhibition lobby, walk toward Trade Tower and finish at Starfield Library. If rain or a major trade show changes access, shorten the temple section or reverse the indoor route. Current official notices always take priority.