Gyeonggi-do(Paju-si) , Paju(Heyri Art valley)

The Botanical Garden BCJ was established in 1965 on the belief that nature brings great joy into people's lives. Located in a suburb of the Seoul Metropolitan area, it is a perfect natural getaway for urban residents, as well as an important habitat for preservation of diverse plant species from home and abroad. Moreover, the BCJ offers exciting hands-on experience programs, and also serves food and drinks made with herbs at its restaurant and cafe.


Gyeonggi-do(Icheon-si) , Icheon

The Cerapia (Icheon World Ceramic Center) is an exhibition center of contemporary ceramic works that is run by the World Ceramic Exposition Foundation. The Ceramic Center has three permanent exhibition halls which feature around 500 contemporary ceramic works by Korean and foreign artists; and one special exhibition hall which features works done for the World Ceramic Biennale International Ceramic Workshop event.Seolbong Park, where the Ceramic Center is located, is a comprehensive tourist location. It includes Mt. Seolbong, Seolbong Lake, and the Sports and Recreation Park. Nearby tourist attractions include the Haegang Ceramics Museum, Icheon Hot Springs, Icheon Ceramic Village, and Icheon City Museum.


Gyeonggi-do(Yangpyeong-gun) , Yangpyeong

The Yangpyeong Wild Flower Arboretum has several major facilities. The Nature Ecology Museum showcases a natural ecology model structure with educational videos. The Nature Learning Center has about 200 different types of endangered wild flower species, while the Herb Garden has 50 different types of herbs. Other attractions include the swampy ground, Tteodeureongseom Island, riverside driveway, tropical arboretum, research center. The Arborteum offers a number of hands-on experience programs as well.


Gyeonggi-do(Gapyeong-gun) , Namyangju

Gapyeong Station began operation upon the opening of the Gyeongchun Line on July 25, 1939. The station was damaged during the Korean War and restored on June 12, 1957.The double-tracked Gyeongchun Line was opened on December 21, 2010. The ITX-Cheongchun Train, which includes Gapyeong Station as one of its stops, began operation on February 28, 2012 and travels along the Gyeongchun Line.Gapyeong's name (嘉平 in classical Chinese) was given by King Gyeongdeok of the Unified Silla Period to describe the region's natural beauty. Today, the Chinese characters 加平 are used to represent the name for the sake of convenience.Gapyeong and its tourist attractions, Namiseom Island in particular, grew in popularity after being featured in the Korean drama Winter Sonata.


Gyeonggi-do(Paju-si)

Located in Tanhyeon-myeon of Paju-si in Gyeonggi-do, Picaso Hotel is a nine-story building with rooms of various themes. The fresh air and gorgeous scenery helps draw in guests. The nearby Heyri Village is another attraction, as well as Paju English Village, Tongildongsan and Provence Village. Breakfast is free the restaurant and the hotel is also equipped with a large parking lot capable of accomodating large groups.


Gyeonggi-do(Seongnam-si)

Gin-Ja is a Japanese restaurant specializing in sashimi (raw fish). In addition to serving fresh sashimi, the restaurant provides adequate space for gatherings.


Gyeonggi-do(Yongin-si) , Yongin

Business Hotel Jewelry is located near the Gyeongbu Expressway and the Singal Junction of Yeongdong Expressway, making it easy for guests to get on the expressway. The hotel is close to Everland, the Korean Folk Village and the Gyeonggi Korean Traditional Music Center. It is also within a 2 minute walk of the Nam June Paik Art Center and the Gyeonggi Provincial Museum. In front of the hotel flows the Osancheon Stream, making it the perfect place to walk, jog, cycle, and enjoy other sports activities.


Gyeonggi-do(Pocheon-si) , Pocheon

Pocheon Baegun Valley Dongjanggun Festival is full of hands-on events for family visitors. It is held at a convenient location as it is only about 1 hour away from Seoul, Incheon and Gyeonggi-do. Nearby attractions include Ildong Oncheon (Korean hot spring) District, Sanjeong Lake and the Pocheon Art Vallery, which makes it a perfect winter destination this festival.※ Due to the abnormally warm temperature seen during the festival period, the event or some program may not be available and are subject to cancelation depending on the circumstance. Therefore, visitors are recommended to check the up-to-date information before visiting from the official website or by calling.


Gyeonggi-do(Suwon-si) , suwon

24 Martials Arts (Muye 24-gi in Korean) refers to the 24 martial art techniques in the Muyedobotongji (Comprehensive Illustrated Manual of Martial Arts). The manual was compiled in 1790 by Silhak (practical learning school of Confucianism) scholars Lee Deok-mu and Park Jae-ga, along with the martial art expert Baek Dong-su, under the orders of King Jeongjo (22nd ruler of the Joseon Dynasty). Regarded as a resource for understanding the nature of Korean military science, the manual is an exemplary martial arts compilation that was organized into 24 techniques by adopting the traditional martial arts of Joseon, as well as China and Japan. The 24 Martial Arts were practiced by the soldiers of the outer military unit of Jangyongyeong, the most elite military troop during the Joseon Dynasty. Soldiers stationed at the northern and southern military camps of Hwaseong Haenggung Palace practiced these techniques to effectively guard the palace. It is a considered as a significant intangible heritage because of its great historical, artistic, and athletic values. With the restoration of Hwaseong Haenggung Palace, a regular event is being held to demonstrate the 24 Martial Arts. The performance features 18 ground martial arts among the 24 techniques recorded in the Muyedobotongji. From every Tuesday to Sunday at 11:00, the 24 Martial Arts Trial Performance where eighteen martial arts will be performed as they fight on ground among twenty four martial arts written in Muyedobotongji (Korean Martial Art Book) at the Hwaseong Haenggung Palace.


Gyeonggi-do(Gapyeong-gun) , Namyangju

The Jarasum International Jazz Festival is held every October on the beautiful Jaraseom Island in Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do. During the festival world-famous jazz artists come together to delight audiences with the smooth vibes of live jazz.The festival was designated as one of the “Outstanding Festivals” for three consecutive years by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, and as one of the “Top Festivals” in 2014. As a Green Life Honorary Ambassador, the festival is also passionate about environment protection. In order to share the external growth with the community, the festival holds a Gapyeong band contest, publishes a Gapyeong restaurant guidebook, and produces Jazz Makgeolli and Jazz Wine made from the region’s products.