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Ulsandaegyo Observatory (울산대교 전망대)
Ulsan(Dong-gu)

At the x_height of 63 meters on top of Hwajeongsan Mountain (alt. 203 meters), Ulsandaegyo Observatory has a breathtaking view of city's three major industy as well as a panoramic view of the city. The view from both day and night are amazing to see, making vistors go more than once. Within the observatory there are local specialty gift shop, cafe and more for visitors to see and enjoy.

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Sureungwon Garden
Gyeongsangnam-do(Gimhae-si)

Sureungwon is a 39,600㎡ ecological park built under the theme ‘The Meeting of King Suro and his Wife Queen Heo.’ The park connects the Royal Tomb of King Suro and the Daeseongdong Tomb Complex of the Gaya Dynasty. The east side of the park is landscaped with straight, tall trees, symbolizing King Kim Suro, while the west side of the park is full of pear, persimmon, and peach trees, representing Queen Heo. Up on the hill is a colony of Chinese linden trees, which is a symbol of Buddhism in India where Queen Heo is from. On the high grounds of the east side is a sacred Korean tree, symbolizing the birth of ancient Korea. At the center of the park is the grand ‘Gaya Plaza’ with an image that represents the meeting place of King Suro and the Queen. The plaza regularly hosts public events for visitors to the park.

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Geoje Recreational Forest
Gyeongsangnam-do(Geoje-si)

Geoje Recreational Forest (거제자연휴양림) is located in Gyeongnam Geoje-do and is bordered by the famous Hakdong Beach. As it is located at the edge of Nojasan Mountain, Geoje Beach can easily be seen from its peak. The climb up is not very steep so families can enjoy it as well. There are promenades, sporting facilities, a community kitchen, bungalows, and forest baths. Those in search of lodging facilities, there are Forest Cabin, Forest Lodge, and camping grounds available. Reservation can be made via the homepage.

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Byeokbong Korea Jewelry Museum (벽봉한국장신구박물관)
Gyeonggi-do(Paju-si) , Paju(Heyri Art valley)

Byeokbong Korea Jewelry Museum is dedicated to displaying and promotiong the jewelry work by royalty during the Joseon dynasty. Visitors can learn about the various styles and the meanings behind the designs.

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Gwanggyosan Mountain
Busan()

Gwanggyosan Mountain makes up the border between Suwon-si and Yongin-si, and the ridgeline is relatively mild and gentle. It takes an hour to get to the top of Gwanggyosan Mountain for enjoying view of Mountain. You can also enjoy the landscape of surrondings on top of Gwanggyosan Mountain. The Gwanggyo reservoir is located beneath the mountain, with 1.9km walkway surrounding it. It is ideal for couples.

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Songnisan Special Tourist Zone
Chungcheongbuk-do(Boeun-gun)

With Songnisan National Park at its center, Songnisan Special Tourist Zone offers picturesque scenery and cozy resorts. 1,058 m above sea level, Songnisan Mountain is one of the 8 scenic wonders in Korea, and its steep peaks and deep valleys create a fascinating view. A variety of hiking trails that set out from Beobjusa Temple offer superb mountain scenery from every angle. A tourism complex around Songnisan National Park offers various types of accommodations, and the area's sites, such as Beobjusa Temple, Eunpok-dong Valley, Mansu Valley and Solhyang Park are not to be missed. In fact, the mountain is a habitat for rare animals and plants, including flying squirrels and Berchemia Berchemiaefolia, and is called a “treasure house of natural resources.” The convenient accessibility should be noted as well. The highway between Dangjin and Yeongdeok goes through the zone, and it takes only 30 minutes from Cheongju International Airport. This helps foreign tourists from China, Taiwan and Singapore as well as Korean visitors to easily access the zone. Ssangok information center, Hwayang information center, Beobjusa information center in Boeun-gun County, Chungcheongbuk-do Province or Hwabuk information center in Sangju-si City, Gyeongsangbuk-do Province provide all the information needed to fully enjoy Songnisan National Park. A variety of events, including the Songni Festival, the Songnisan Maple Music Festival and the Songnisan Hiking Festival, are held every year, and the largest number of tourists visit in autumn to appreciate a view of the mountain tinged with red. * Current State of Songnisan Special Tourist Zone 1) Districts Covered: Areas around Sangpan, Jungpan, Galmok and Sanae-ri, Songnisan-myeon, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do 2) Area: 43,745,528㎡ * Tourist Attractions Seowon Valley, Beopjusa Temple, Mansu Valley, Hwayanggugok Valley, Songnisan Mountain Cheonwangbong Peak, Munjangdae Peak, Samnyeonsanseong Fortress, Pine Tree Perfume Park, etc.

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[Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 6] The Birthplace of Hwanam ([강화 나들길 제6코스] 화남생가 가는 길)
Incheon(Ganghwa-gun)

Nadeul-gil means a leisurely outing (nadeuri) road. Comprised of 19 courses in total, the Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Trail offers a variety of historical assets and cultural sites to see. Each Nadeul-gil course connects Ganghwa Fortress outposts that are located every 1.3 km on high ground along the walking paths. The trails are on the island of Ganghwa which holds many Goryeo Dynasty remains that are important to Korean history. Fortresses that stood against Mongolian invasions are still standing and many of the Goryeo Kingdom’s palaces and royal tomb sites are also found in Ganghwa region. Exploring the major cultural heritage sites dispersed throughout the town can be just as fun as exploring Ganghwa’s natural beauty. The sunset on the Seohae (West coast), expansive open mud flats, views from Marisan and Goryeosan Mountains and the peaceful farming villages are just a handful of the sights along this walking trail. The establishment of Ganghwa Nadeul-gil’s begins with the ancient scholar Go Jae-hyeong (pen name Hwanam), who left his hometown Ganghwa on a spring day in 1906 when the peach trees were in full bloom. He walked through more than 100 villages around the whole island. Back home, he composed poems about his journey and published them under the title of “Simdo Gihaeng (Simdo Travels),” Simdo being another name for Ganghwa. During his travels, he sang songs of his home Ganghwa. Thanks to his work, people can now follow in the footsteps of Hwanam and his appreciation of the beautiful scenery and great people of Ganghwa Island.

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Anmado Island
Jeollanam-do(Yeonggwang-gun)

Anmado Island, the largest island in Nagwol-myeon District, is home to a number of ocean splendors including the magnificent Malcobawi and Heundeulbawi Rocks, and camellia colonies. As one of the largest fishing bases in the West Sea, it is famous for its local specialties such as cows naturally grown out of pasture, black goats, medicinal liquor made of centipedes, sea bass, crabs and ear shells. Moreover, the island's fishing village, which has been designated as a third-class fishing port, serves as refuge for ships from home and abroad. Island History In 1967, a liaison office of Nagwol-myeon town office opened its door overseeing Anmado Island, along with five othe islets (Daeseongmando, Soseongmando, Odo, Hwangdo and Jukdo) and six villages. The area as a whole is called Anma Archipelago. Furthermore, Hwangdo, an affiliated islet of the Anmado, along with Donghwangdongdo, Gageodo and Seogeochado form the Western Basic Line.

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Samcheok Fishing Village Folk Museum
Gangwon-do(Samcheok-si)

Located inside of Haesindang Park, the Samcheok Fishing Village Folk Musuem is a new type of exhibition hall, comprised of a grand video aquarium, living cultural materials and equipment of fisherman of the eastern coast and various hands-on programs. Visitors can learn about folk cultures from over the world at the museum. The museum overlooks the East Sea and uniquely formed rocks and stones. The facility opened in 2002.

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Jongga Hoengseong Factory (종가집 횡성공장)
Gangwon-do(Hoengseong-gun)

Jongga is a kimchi & fresh food brand of Daesang, which has led modern culinary culture in Korea along with the fresh food brand Chungjungwon, the processed meat brand Chamjak, etc. The Jongga Hoengseong Factory offers tour of the factory, allowing visitors to see the kimchi making process and the exhibition hall. Visitors can also participate in a kimchi-making program.

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