At 28 minutes and 51 seconds into Episode 1 of Squid Game Season 2, a scene begins where the Recruiter appears before homeless individuals in the park, asking them to choose between bread and a lottery ticket. This sequence, lasting until 33 minutes and 27 seconds, prominently features Tapgol Park's Palgakjeong (Octagonal Pavilion) and various other spots within the park.

The scene feels even more poignant due to the park's history. In 1919, student representative Jeong Jae-yong read the Declaration of Independence from the stage of this very pavilion, a moment that ignited the nationwide March 1st Movement. The exact spot where the game's portrayal of choice between the 'haves' and 'have-nots' was filmed is, in reality, a historical site where the Korean people bravely raised their voices against oppression.

The park is also home to the Wongaksa Pagoda, a 10-story stone pagoda and National Treasure. This marble pagoda, constructed during the reign of King Sejo of Joseon in the 15th century, is a rare sight in Seoul, standing well-preserved in a park at the very heart of the city. From a mural depicting the March 1st Movement and a statue of Master Son Byeong-hui to a monument honoring Master Han Yong-un — it's a small park, yet incredibly rich in history and significance.