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Cheongkwanjang SPA G

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Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

Cheongkwanjang Spa G is a spa facility recently launched by Cheongkwanjang, a high quality hongsam (red ginseng) brand of the Korea Ginseng Corporation. The specialized spa programs at Cheongkwanjang Spa G use six-year-old ginseng roots that have gone through rigorous testing and quality management. Spa G consists of five individual hongsam therapy rooms. Guests can receive water massage to stimulate blood circulation at the Hongsam Spa Room, detoxify and provide nourishment to the body through heat and steam treatments and application of red ginseng concentrate at Hunjeungyok, get stress relieving foot massages at Foot Spa Zone, and restore scalp health using red ginseng products at Head Spa Zone. All spa programs require reservations, and spa programs vary from 1 to 6 hours depending on the choice of treatments. The spa is open from 9 am to 11 pm.

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Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

Seoul(Jung-gu) , Dongdaemun

At Dongdaemun History & Culture Park, traditional buildings, relics, ruins, and cutting edge modern cultural facilities come together harmoniously. Seoul Fortress, Igansumun Water Gate, Dongdaemun History Exhibition Hall, Dongdaemun Excavation Site Exhibition Hall, Dongdaemun Stadium Memorial Hall, an event hall, and Design gallery can all be found at the park. Also, the remains of the old Dongdaemun Baseball Stadium can still be seen, including two stadium light towers used for night games and a giant torch. During the construction work of the park, remains and relics were unearthed, including Igansumun Water Gate and Chiseong (the first defense facility found) of Seoul Fortress, 44 buildings sites from as early as the Joseon Dynasty including Hadogamteo Site (military training ground), and 1,000 relics including Joseon Baekja (white porcelain of the Joseon Dynasty) and Buncheong Sagi (grayish blue powdered ceramics) from the early Joseon Dynasty through the Japanese colonial rule period. The excavated relics and remains will be restored and exhibited around the park.

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Kyung-In Museum of Fine Art

Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Kyung-In Museum of Fine Art is located at the center of Insa-dong, Seoul. Insa-dong is famous as a traditional cultural street. Kyung-In Museum of Fine Art is a cultural ground for artists and is also a tourist attraction. It is divided into three gallery halls, an outdoor gallery hall, an outdoor stage where many events take place, a screen, and finally a traditional teahouse. People love this place because it is where artists can meet and exhibit their art pieces, and where tradition and modern culture intermingle. The first gallery of Kyung-In Museum of Fine Art is composed of two floors. It is the largest gallery hall in Kyung-In Museum of Fine Art. The pleasant and spacious gallery hall is quite striking; it excellently accomplishes all kinds of exhibitions. The second gallery hall can be divided into three floors, a greenhouse, and a terrace. First of all, this gallery hall is made entirely of glass. Natural sunlight warms up the room. It is a place where the artificial steel frames and the naturalness of the indoor trees create an exquisite harmony. The plane artistry and cubic artistry are exhibited to their fullest effect here. The third art gallery hall is in the form of a Korean house, which looks great together with the outside garden. It is a place that incorporates the beauty of a traditional Korean house. If you are interested in traditional Korean houses, you should visit this gallery. It is especially famous for its crafts, paintings, and Korean-style art. Apart from all these there is an art and craft shop. At the art and craft shop you can buy and view the art pieces and props of many talented artists, including wood printing and paintings. It is beloved by many due to the fact that here you can experience the lives of currently active artists. At Kyung-In Museum of Fine Art there are two places where you can enjoy refreshments. One place is the ‘teahouse.' At the teahouse you can feel the aroma of the four seasons breathing with you. The delicacies of the shop are the diverse herbal teas and the natural fruit ice cream. If you treat yourself to the natural fruit ice cream along with the aroma of the herbal tea, surely all your fatigue will melt away. If you want to try a different traditional tea place, you should visit 'Dawon.' The sublime sound of the hanging-bell at the roof’s edge and the beauty of a traditional Korean-style house will make you feel like you are in a Korean temple. At ‘Dawon’ there are 15 different kinds of traditional Korean tea. And since one can enjoy the sculptures of the garden while drinking, it is widely visited both by Koreans and foreigners alike.

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Nami-Island One Day Tour

Gangwon-do(Chuncheon-si)

No.1 One Day Tour, Highly Recommend ♥♥♥ Nami-Island is always a popular tourist checkpoint in different seasons throughout the year. By travelling with us you can visit Nami-Island and its surrounding tourist attraction places, have a taste of traditional Korean food and try out special seasonal activities in a convenient way with low cost! Do not hesitate, Come and Join us ♥ *Minimum of 4 people *We could provide private tour for 3 people but it might cost an additional fee of KRW$15,000 per person for 2 people but it might cost an additional fee of KRW$30,000 per person *For the additional fee, please pay to the guide directly on the travelling day. Location : Gyeonggi-do Gapyeong Duration : 13 hour(s) Guide Language : Chinese, Cantonese , English Introduction Visiting Petite France / Nami Island / Railbike / Strawberry Picking (Seasonal Event) and the Garden of Morning Calm in One Day Nami Island - Famous of The Metasequoia footpath on Namiseom, Petite France - French cultural village set in the Korean countryside Railbike - Pedal along old railroad tracks and enjoy the Bukhangang River scenery Strawberry Farm - Pick up and bring home 500g of fresh and tasty strawberries The Garden of Morning Calm -Famous arboretum and a place for Romance 【TKNA-E】(Also can Meeting at hotel ) 07:30：Meeting at Hongdae 3 exit 홍대역3번출구미팅 08:00 : Meeting at Myeongdong 3 exit 명동역3번출구미팅 09:20 - 10:20 : Petite France 쁘띠프랑스 10:30 - 12:30 : Nami Island 남이섬 12:30 - 13:30 : Lunch：Chuncheon's dak-galbi (spicy stir-fried chicken) 춘천닭갈비 14:00 - 15:10 : Railbike 레일바이크 16:00 - 16:40 :Strawberry Picking 400g 딸기농장체험 (12~4 Month) /Millennium tea house 천년찻집 (5~11Month)) 17:30 - 18:30 : The Garden of Morning calm 아침고요수목원 20:00：Back to Myeongdong 3 exit Schedule 1day 07:30 Meeting at Hongdae Exit 3 (홍대역3번출구미팅) 08:00 Meeting at Myeongdong Exit 3 (명동역3번출구미팅-동보성식당앞) 07:30 Meeting at Hongdae Exit 3 (홍대역3번출구미팅) or 08:00 Meeting at Myeongdong Exit 3 (명동역3번출구미팅-동보성식당앞) 09:40-10:20 Petite France Petite France serves as a French cultural village that set in the Korean countryside and consists of 16 French-style buildings where visitors can lodge and experience French food, clothing, and household culture. It is also a famous film shooting place of Korean Dramas such as 《Who came from the stars》, 《Beethoven Virus》,《Secret Garden》and variety show《Running Man》. 10:30 ~ 12:30 《Nami Island (Entrance fee included) 》 It showcases a different, yet equally amazing, scenic experience each season, making it the perfect day trip from Seoul, throughout the year. Here’s what each season has to offer. ☺ Cherry blossoms in Spring, Luscious Greenery in Summer Maple Leaves in Autumn, Pristine Snow in winter It's no doubt the most healing tour for your choice. ※ Zip-wire experience need to be reserved in advance. Extra charge of KRW38,000/person. 12:30 ~ 13:30 《Lunch：Chuncheon Dakgalbi (Spicy stir-fried chicken》 Dakgalbi is prepared by marinating chopped chicken in spicy red pepper paste for about one day. Cabbage, green onions, sweet potatoes, and rice cakes are then added and placed in a large cast iron pan. Dakgalbi can be enjoyed on its own or wrapped in lettuce leaves for a fresh, crunchy taste. After most of the dakgalbi has been eaten, rice is then stir-fried with the remaining sauce in the pan. 14:00 - 15:10 : Gapyeong Railbike 가평레일파크 The rail bike tour departing from the Gapyeong Rail Park follows a trail of Gapyeongcheon Stream Iron Bridge - Bukhanggang Iron Bridge - Zelkova Tree Tunnel, and finally back to the Gapyeong Rail Park. This route is featured in the Korean film 'The Letter (편지, 1997)', and thus loved by both love birds and photographers who like to capture some beautiful scenes along the old rail bike track. Visitors on the bikes will also get to enjoy the beautiful river view presented below the bridge while riding, as well as taking advantage of having a light exercise with your loved ones and it is definitely a great way to spend your time in the nature with friends or family. 16:00 - 16:40 : Strawberry Picking 400g 딸기농장체험 《※Seasonal Event：Dec~Jun - Strawberry Picking》 ※ It could be replaced by other itinerary according to actual conditions Korean strawberries are famous for being SWEET and BIG! During this section, you could pick and take home 400g of strawberries and also make hand-made jam, chocolate fondue, pizza and waffle with strawberries. Your Hand-made jam could be an unique and meaningful souvenirs for your family and friends. 17:30 - 18:30 : The Garden of Morning calm 아침고요수목원 《The Garden of Morning calm (Admission fee included) 》 One of the Korean's favorite arboretum and it is the home to around 5,000 different varieties of plants on its 100,000 pyeong site. The arboretum shows the beauty of the nature in Korea by displaying plants seasonally and thematically. The place is filled with romance in the evening. More than 6million LED lights turn on with the sunset and the arboretum glows with different colors of lights. The Garden of Morning Calm, where it is covered in starlight during winter, is also a well-known romantic place to propose. 20:00：Back to Myeongdong 3 exit Included Entrance fee/Meals Driver/Tips Limousine/Toll fee 1 Free bottle water/person Not Included Personal Expenditure Caution 1. Itinerary may be changed according to real situation. 2. Must be on time，otherwise extra charge will be occurred. 3. If there is only 1 party, we will pick up at accommodation directly. 4. We suggest to take the tour on weekday due to serious traffic jam on weekend. 5. Languages: Chinese, Cantonese , English Terms & Conditions - 100% full deposit is required for reservation - In case of bad weather, tour date could be rearranged or refund. However, tour will not be cancelled on rainy days. - No refund will be proceeded due to traffic conditions Cancellation & Refund Policy - 10 days prior to departure - Refund 100% of total tour fee - 8 days prior to departure - Refund 50% of total tour fee - 6 days prior to departure - Refund 30% of total tour fee - Less than 3 days prior to departure - 100% of cancellation penalty applies - Tour date can be amended with KRW 10,000 handling charges applied per number of time of amendment

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Daegu National Museum

Daegu(Suseong-gu)

Daegu National Museum was built to preserve and exhibit the unique cultural heritage of Daegu and Gyeongsangbuk-do province. It is a neat brick building with two basement floors. There are three exhibit halls, a special exhibit hall, experiment study room, audiovisual studio and library. At the Archeology Gallery you can see relics ranging from the Neolithic Era to the Three Kingdoms Period chronologically. At the Art History Gallery you can see and learn about the Buddhist culture of Gyeongsangbuk-do province. Here you can see Buddhist sculptures, Buddha statues and Buddhist crafts. The Goryeo celadon and Buncheong ware are also displayed here. At the Traditional Folk Life Gallery you can learn about the Seonbi culture and the beliefs and rituals of the Yeongnam area, and see traditional Korean houses. You can also enjoy the Outdoor Gallery where a five-storied stone pagoda stands. There are other facilities where visitors can participate in museum activities. You can try traditional dyeing, explore the traditional herbs and learn about agricultural plants. Do not miss going here because this is where you can learn about traditional herbs used for medicine, plants and grains. Resting in the natural surroundings at the wildflower and plant walkway or the Ecology Valley can be very relaxing.

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Nami-Island One Day Tour

Gangwon-do(Chuncheon-si)

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Gyujanggak Cartoon Museum

Gyeonggi-do(Bucheon-si) , Bucheon

The Gyujanggak Cartoon Museum is an expansion of the former “Korea Cartoon Museum,” which was the first ever Korean cartoon museum. The Gyujanggak Cartoon Museum preserves and exhibits rare materials from current cartoons and cartoon classics that have historical value. These materials were formerly housed in the Bucheon Manhwa Information Center (formerly the “Korea Manhwa Contents Agency”). The museum was moved from its original location and now resides in the Bucheon Visual Culture Complex and exhibits a wide range of cartoon related artifacts and cartoons from the 1900s to the present.

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Jeju Haenyeo Museum

Jeju-do(Jeju-si) , The Eastern Part of the Jeju Island

Haenyeo refers to female divers who dive into the ocean water to gather various shellfish, seaweed, etc, without using any underwater diving equipment. When diving underwater, a haenyeo carries only a pair of goggles, a round ball-like tube to keep her balance, and a basket to put her collections in. Such women involved in the fishing industry are known to be scattered all around Jeju-do, Korea, Japan, and Russia. Jeju-do has established the Jeju Haenyeo Museum to introduce to the world the unique activities and culture of Jejudo’s haenyeo female divers. Exhibition Hall 1 is entitled “Haenyeo Diver’s Life” and has a restoration of a traditional haenyeo’s home, and her meals. Also on display, to show a more realistic view into their daily lives, are the various utensils used by female divers. Exhibition Hall 2 displays a pair of haenyeo divers’ goggles and the fishing spheres they often use underwater. Her traditional working outfit is also on display along with various historical records and haenyeo-related materials. Exhibition Hall 3 has an underwater theme called “The Sea” and displays the fishing industry’s culture. Traditional fishnets and fishing equipment are on display including small ship models and salt farm models. The Jeju Haenyeo Museum exhibits various photos of haenyeo female divers and their activities, to provide an accurate picture of their lives. The Jeju Haenyeo Museum also has an observatory from where visitors can see an excellent view of the Hado-ri area, which has a garden with various sculptures and a resting area. The first floor lobby has a souvenir shop where visitors can purchase a variety of souvenirs related to haenyeo female divers.

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Beopjusa Temple

Chungcheongbuk-do(Boeun-gun)

Built in the 14th year of Silla King Jin-Heung's reign, Beopjusa Temple is located on Mt. Songnisan. What stands today are the remnants of rebuilt monuments through left over from the lengthy and arduous process. When you enter the temple, the yellow earthen road will catch your eye. The earth was ground into small stone shapes, burned, and then scattered over the road. The road itself leads to the Orisup Trail, and there will be a nature study trail beside it. Pass the Orisup trail, through thick pine trees, and you will come across the main gate of the temple. There is a large rock with a hole in the middle beside the main gate. You can drink spring water that comes out of the hole. Inside the temple you can see Palsangjeon, Pavilion which is a wooden building shaped like a tower. Then you can visit the Seokryeonji Lotus Flower Pond. As the name suggests, the pond is made of stones. At the back of Palsangjeon Pavilion, there is the Ssangsajaseokdeung (Two Lion Stone Lamp), and, again as the name suggests, the two lions uphold the stone lamp. The main building is also fascinating. It is two-stories high, and very stately. In addition, Beopjusa Temple has Ma-aeyeorae-uisang carved into a rock. Uisang refers to a sitting Buddha, and this particular Ma-aeyeorae shows Buddha sitting on a lotus flower. Passage of time has done much damage, but the original shapes are still well preserved.Beopjusa Temple represents Mt. Songnisan, containing within it 1,500 years of history and a matching list of numerous National Treasures and Monuments. Here you can experience the Buddhist culture reflected in these artifacts.

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Busan Gwangandaegyo Bridge

Busan(Suyeong-gu)

Busan Gwangandaegyo Bridge (Busan 66, also called Gwangan Daero) stretches over 7.4km from Namcheon-dong (Suyeong-gu, Busan) to Centum City (U-dong, Haeundae-gu). It is the largest bridge over the ocean in Korea. It is breathtaking to overlook nearby attractions from the bridge: the endlessly unfolding ocean, Oryukdo Island (a popular attraction in Busan), Hwangnyeongsan Mt., Gwangalli Beach, Dongbaekseom Island, and Dalmaji Hill. Equipped with artistic light, the bridge showcases splendid light that changes every day and every season. The bridge offers majesty beauty combined with nearby attractions during the day and a romantic atmosphere at night, attracting many residents and tourists.

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