Chungcheongnam-do(Cheongyang-gun)


Daegu(Dong-gu)

Palgongsan Natural Park is locates close to Palgongsan Mountain, one of the larger mountains in the Taebaek mountain range. Palgongsan Mountain is located 20km northeast from downtown Daegu, where Nakdonggang River and Geumhogang River meet. The mountain has three peaks in a row: Birobong Peak in the center and Dongbong (aka ‘Mitabong,’ 1,155m) and Seobong (aka ‘Samseongbong,’ 1,150m) on each side. The park (30.593㎢ in size) is within the administrative district of Dong-gu, Daegu and has four towns along its border including Yeongcheon-si, Gyeongsan-si, and Chilgok-gun. A number of Buddhist temples including Donghwasa, the headquarters of the 9th Buddhist Parish, are located in the area. The park has numerous rocks and valleys and is carpeted with azaleas in the spring. In the autumn many visitors flock to the park to admire the falls leaves on the trees lining the 16.3km-long roadway that runs through the park. With vibrant green leaves in spring and a delicate snowscape in the winter, Palgongsan Mountain is an attractive destination for visitors throughout the year.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Andong-si)

It is a restaurant that sells Andong’s traditional dishes. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The most famous menu is Andong-style bibimbap.


Chungcheongnam-do(Yesan-gun)

In Hwaamsa Temple in Yesan, you can find the urn carrying the remains of Chusa (Kim Jeong-Hui), renowned scholar of the Joseon Dynasty. Chusa was born in Yesan and his birthplace (his parent’s house) and Chusa Gotaek (his house) are located nearby. Hwaamsa Temple was constructed by Chusa’s great-grandfather, Kim Han-Sin, who was related by marriage to royalty. If you visit the Hwaamsa Temple, you might not feel like you’re in a temple at first, since the Yosachae (monk’s living quarters) are located at the temple entrance. After you go past the monk’s living area, you’ll see the temple and the spot where Chusa’s remains are held. The temple is very tidy and silent, which might be because it is where the female monks train.


Chungcheongnam-do()

Haposeowon is where the tablets of Munseonggong An Hyang, a forerunner of Sung Confucianism from the late Goryeo era, are enshrined. It was first built in 1716 as Anjabyeolmyo Shrine by An Gyeong-sin, An Gyeong-in, An Gyeong-jeong, and An Gyeong-sang, who are the 15th descendants of An Hyang, and memorial services have been held there every year on March 3rd and September 9th on lunar calendar. In 1843, the shrine was renamed Haposeowon. The shrine was demolished upon the order of regent Daewongun during the reign of King Gojong. Later, An’s descendants rebuilt the shrine in Haposa Temple to perform memorial services for An Hyang. In 1931, additional buildings were constructed while descendant An Bae-ho held discussions with Confucian scholars about rebuilding the shrine. In 1949, the Confucian school was rebuilt with the consent of 218 Confucian schools nationwide. Today, the Yeongi Confucian Scholars Association organizes memorial services for An Hyang on September 12 on lunar calendar.


Incheon(Ganghwa-gun) , Ganghwado Island

Damdamgak is a hanok (Korean-style house) that was built in the 1930's. Originally a private house, it is now open in the accommodation business. Currently managed by the Ganghwa Hanok Culture Research Institute, the house accommodates visitors looking for a traditional Korean living experience. The original features of the house such as the rafters, girders, and the furnace have been well kept over the long years, offering a great opportunity to experience the traditional style and grace of a hanok.


Chungcheongnam-do(Boryeong-si)

Located in Boryeong near to Daecheon Beach of the West Sea, Hotel View is standing on a hill from which you can see blue sea and Anmyeon-do. In nearby oyster roasting restaurants, you can have natural flavors with your lovers or friends. Looking out the window from the room, there is beautiful and wide sea that makes you think that you are in somewhere out of Korea. You can taste blue crab and webfoot ocopus in Daecheon Harbor and will have fun in the mud festival that is held every year in Daecheon Beach.


Busan(Busanjin-gu)

(Korea Quality Premier Class) Arban Hotel located in Jungang-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan has a total of 94 guestrooms including Superior, Deluxe, Premium, Junior Suite, and Royal Suite -- all of which have excellent modern interior design – and it can accommodate more than 200 people. All the guestrooms are furnished with an Ace Bed, the leading bed brand in Korea, due to its affiliation with the bed manufacturer. There is a restaurant serving breakfast and simple snacks and drinks on the 13th floor on the opposite side of the front desk, together with a garden with pine trees that commands a great night view. The hotel is a mere 5-minute walk from Seomyeon Station on Busan Metro Lines 1 & 2 for those using public transportation, with a large underground parking lot for those who drive.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

As one of the traditional houses located in an alley in the residential area of Chebu-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Nuri Guesthouse is a tile-roofed house with four guestrooms. You must pass through the wooden gate and a small front yard, where you will see a small garden and an array of earthen jars where traditional Korean sauces are stored. The eaves and ceiling beams are made of logs, and the sliding doors are also made of wood just like in the old days. The shower rooms and bathrooms are located in the front yard for common use among the guests. The bathroom is furnished with a bathtub and a washing machine. The kitchen is also shared and is open all day. There is a table in the living room for guests to have a simple snack. There are also outdoor barbecue facilities in the front yard that can be used for a fee. You must make a reservation in order to use the barbecue facilities. The guesthouse is conveniently located in Jongno-gu, Seoul, but the alley is too narrow to park cars.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Seongju-gun)

Gaya hotel is located 560m above the sea level, in Gayasan National Park, which is one of the cleanest area in Korea. The popular temple Haeinsa, which is holding mystaries from the ancient times and many cultural heritage sites of Gaya are closely located. Surrouned by great natural sceneries of rocky Gaya mountain, Gaya hotel provides relaxing atmosphere, serving as a 'well-being hotel'. Especially, Gayasan, which has the only Korean wild flower botanical garden, has the most well-preserved ecosystem in Korea, allowing the wild flowers and natural grass to spring up around. The large colony of them formed around the hotel gives guests special impressions.