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The major gateway to the Honam area, Gwangju Airport is located about 5.8 kilometers to the west of Gwangju City Hall. The Gwangju Airfield was built in Hak-dong, Gwangju on November 16, 1948, and the first private aircraft (a DC-3) was operated there on February 10, 1949. The airport was moved to its current location on January 10, 1964, after which passenger services like the passenger terminal and taxiway were constructed. Since the 1990s, the airport has been operated by the Korea Airports Corporation and now consists of a passenger terminal, a freight terminal, a runway, a taxiway, a parking ramp, and parking facilities with space for up to 933 cars.

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Culture Station Seoul 284(Former Seoul Station)

The old building of the Seoul train station was designed by Tsukamoto Yasushi, a professor of Tokyo University. Construction of the station started in June, 1922 and was completed in September, 1925. Due to its unique domed roof and large size, the station attracted much attention in its early years.After Korea regained its independence from under Japanese colonial rule, the station’s name was changed from ‘Gyeongseong Station’ to ‘Seoul Station’. During the Korean War, the station was partially destroyed but later restored. After Korea began industrializing after the war, the South annex and West annex were constructed to handle the increasing transportation volume.In 2004 when the privately-funded new station was constructed, the old station closed down, but after reconstruction in 2011 opened as a multicultural space called ‘Culture Station Seoul 284’. The main section (Jungang Hall) is for performances, exhibitions, events, and cafés, while the 2nd floor houses a hall that serves as a venue for cultural performances, exhibitions, academic seminars, business meetings, and more.

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Busan Cinema Center

Busan Cinema Center is an official venue of the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) –one of the most popular film festivals in Asia—and has become a symbol of the festival itself.From an architectural perspective, the center is a historic work that embodies the theories of deconstructivism while exhibiting a sense of formative beauty. The center’s ‘Big Roof’ is the largest roof in the world (2.6 times larger than a soccer field) and comes complete with 42,600 LED lights, which help create an unforgettable scene along with Suyeong River and Naru Park.The Cinema Center consists of 3 buildings: Cine Mountain, Biff Hill, and Double Cone. The main building, Cine Mountain, has 3 theaters for screening movies and one performing arts theater, called ‘Haneulyeon,’ featuring the world’s best stage performances. Busan Cinema Center is said to be the first culture complex worldwide to combine movie theaters and a performing arts center in one building.

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Yeouido Saetgang Ecological Park (여의도샛강생태공원)

Yeouido Saetgang Ecological Park in central Seoul is the first ecological park in Korea. It houses a wide variety of flora and fauna, including kestrels (Nature Monument No.323), herons, minnows, etc. There is a 6㎞-long promenade that lies across the park, and information signs explaining various flower and plant species throughout the park.

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King Sejong Statue

The King Sejong Statue was erected at the center of Gwanghawmun Square on Hangeul Day (October 9) of 2009. Sitting with a gentle smile on his face and a book in his hand, the bronze statue of 9.5m in x_height celebrates the King and his great achievements.In front of the statue lie a celestial globe, a rain gauge, and a sundial, all of which King Sejong invented himself during his reign. Behind the statue, there are six columns with golden carvings depicting the King's major accomplishments, as well as an underground passage to the 'Sejong's Story' exhibition hall. Surrounding the statue, on the edges of the Square, is the 'Waterway of History,' a stream flowing on tiles with inscriptions of Korean history.King Sejong (1392-1910)King Sejong is best remembered as the inventor of Hangeul, the Korean alphabet. During his reign, he consolidated the basis for ruling the Joseon Dynasty by incorporating Confucian philosophy of politics. Furthermore, he led the nation's great strides in agriculture, literature, science and technology.

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Shinsegae Department Store Ice Rink - Centum City Branch

Shinsegae Centum City is a wildly popular attraction in Busan that is home to an excellent indoor ice rink with a capacity of 500 visitors. This state-of-the-art ice rink is operated under natural light during the day and under spectacular, romantic lighting at night. The ice rink is a great place for visitors of all ages and has a variety of facilities for the comfort of its guests. Those needing a break from skating can head on up to Food Park or Snack Corner to look out over the ice and munch on food from around the world. Other facilities at the rink include the Culture Hall, customer lounges, and customer service center.

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Onemount Snow Park

Onemount Snow Park: A Magical All-Season Winter Realm Just Minutes from Seoul Onemount Snow Park in Goyang offers a rare chance to step directly into a picture-perfect winter landscape—no matter when you visit Korea. Only a short journey from Seoul, this expansive indoor snow world recreates the charm of a snowy village with powder-soft floors, crisp air and sparkling white scenery that feels beautifully unexpected in any season. Inside this immersive dome, visitors can explore a wide variety of winter attractions. The signature snow hill invites guests to race down on sleds, creating exhilarating moments that appeal to both adults and children. A dedicated ice-skating area offers smooth, beginner-friendly surfaces, while themed snow zones—complete with ice tunnels, decorative sculptures and whimsical alpine-style backdrops—provide ideal spots for memorable photos. Travelers who have never experienced snow before will especially appreciate the gentle, approachable design of each activity. Friendly staff, controlled indoor temperatures and thoughtfully arranged zones make it easy to enjoy the charm of winter without the challenges of outdoor cold or unpredictable weather. For families, the park provides safe sledding tracks and playful snow areas designed for younger visitors, ensuring everyone can take part. The surrounding Onemount complex adds extra convenience to your visit. After enjoying the snow, guests can explore cafés, dining areas or other leisure facilities just steps away. The location’s accessibility—from Seoul and nearby transit hubs—makes it a perfect half-day adventure that fits smoothly into a travel itinerary. Whether you’re seeking a refreshing contrast to Korea’s warm months, a fun seasonal activity with friends or a magical setting ideal for photos and family time, Onemount Snow Park offers an enchanting and effortless winter escape. Essential Information • Location: Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do (near Hallyu World / KINTEX District) • Main Experiences: Indoor sledding hill, ice-skating zone, themed snow village, ice tunnels, family snow play areas • Open: Year-round • Best For: Families, couples, groups, first-time snow visitors • Suggested Visit Time: 2–4 hours • What Makes It Special: Four-season snow, curated winter scenery, safe and friendly for all ages, great access from Seoul Why Foreign Travelers Love It • A real winter world you can enjoy in any season • Perfect for first-time snow or ice experiences • Plenty of unique photo spots inspired by alpine villages • Easy access—ideal for half-day visits from Seoul • Both playful and relaxing, suitable for all ages

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Seoul Color Park

The Seoul Color Park spans over 9,000㎡ of land next to Hangang River under the Mapo Bridge. It features a large wave-shaped sculpture, as well as bar code graphics and benches painted with 10 different colors that have been designed as the Colors of Seoul. In the 'Seoul Color' scheme, dark gray represents the traditional 'giwa' roof tiles, red represents the 'dancheong' pattern used in traditional wooden buildings, green represents Namsan Mountain, and orange represents flowers. Other colors include light gray, beige, blue, yellow, brown and white.

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Mokdong Ice Rink (Indoor)

Introduction Mokdong Ice Rink was built with international competitions in mind so many national and international competitions are held here. Normally, it is open to both the public and athletes as a regular ice rink to enjoy skating. When there are games, events or competitions, it also serves as a professional skating arena. Operating Hours Weekdays: 14:00–18:00 Weekends: 12:00–18:00 School vacation period: 10:00–18:00 (School vacation term is subject to change) Admission Fees Weekdays: Children 3,000 won / Teenagers 3,500 won / Adults 4,000 won Weekends & National Holidays: Children 3,900 won / Teenagers 4,500 won / Individuals 5,200 won Administration +82-2-2649-8454~6, +82-2-2643-3057~9 Subsidiary Facilities Waiting Rooms, Restaurant, Snack Bar, Changing Rooms, Training Room, Skating/Hockey Equipment Rental Shop Parking Facilities Available Rental Fees * Skate Rental – standard 2 hours: 4,000 won, over time : 1,000 won per hour * Lesson Fee - Speed Skate 4,000 won / Figure Skate, Ice Hockey 5,200 won Reservations Tel: +82-2-2649-8454~6, +82-2-2643-3057~9

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Namsan Park - Seoul

Mt. Namsan is a symbolic mountain located at the center of Seoul. Although not as high as other surrounding mountains, Mt. Namsan is a very popular nonetheless as a resting site. At the top, there are various facilities such as Palgakjeong (octagonal hall), Seoul Tower, Maritime Aquarium, fountains, and Namsan Library. You may take a cable car to the top or walk up the stairway path. Other than this path, there are many other walkways to Namdaemun, Hoehyun-dong, Taegyero 3(sam)-ga, Jangchung Park, Itaewon, Huam-dong and much more. The driving courses here are also popular for couples. Namsan Park is a historical site. You will find Bonghwadae (beacon mound) at the top as it was once the center of capital defense. During the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) the capital was changed to Hanyang,(current Seoul) and to protect the city from invasions, castle walls were built on the 4 major mountains like Mt. Bukaksan, Mt. Inwangsan, Mt. Naksan and Mt. Namsan. On Namsan peak, five beacons were built to report the news from local governments to the central government with a five-signal system. Also on the top of Mt. Namsan, there is the Palgakjeong Pavilion, which has a fantastic view. At Seoul Tower (479.7m), you can view the whole landscape of Seoul and the West Sea beyond Incheon. The rotating restaurant in the Seoul Tower also boasts excellent views. With excellent night view, you should try having dinner at the tower. It would be a great experience to visit Namsangol Traditional Korean Village which is a village of 5 traditional Korean houses.

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