Jeollanam-do(Hampyeong-gun)

Yongcheonsa Temple is a branch temple of Baegyangsa Temple that is No. 18 of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. In the first year of King Mu, (the 30th king of Baekje, in power from 600-641 AD), Haengeun who was a Buddhist priest of eminent virtue, established the temple. The name of temple has the meaning of a spring called “Yongcheon”, that is under the Daeungjeon Hall stairs. According to legend, a dragon used to live in the spring and ascended to heaven. (‘Yong’ means a dragon and ‘cheon’ means a spring). Visitors can see vivid lotus designs on the stair's handrail and experience the great history of the temple.


Jeollanam-do(Damyang-gun)

Hanok Pension is an old traditional Korean house located in Samjinae Village, Changpyeong-myeon, Damyang-gun, the first village in Asia to be listed as a 'Slow Village.' It has 16 guestrooms in traditional Korean house buildings along a stone-wall road just like in the old days in Korea. The guesthouse is conveniently located for those planning to visit Juknokwon (Bamboo Garden) and Metasequoia Street, which is regarded as the most beautiful street in Korea, because they are all within 30 minutes away from the guesthouse on foot. The old traditional Korean house consists of one main building and two detached buildings, between which is a large front yard. The two detached buildings are divided into different sections for the guests to stay in. You will see lots of different wild flowers in and around the premises. The tea room is another popular feature of the guesthouse because of the calming atmosphere.


Gyeongsangnam-do(Jinju-si)

Jinju Lee Sanggeun Music Festival started to honor the great composer that represented Jinju spirit. The festival is to boost the spirit of the art and culture in Jinju city with 1,000 years of history as well as contribute to the advancement of the music in Korea. Internationally renowned performers, composers and organizations are invited for this festival. Great composers are to create high-quality music festivals and interactively communicate with the audience. The festival also have prepared good music programs. It will surely be an excellent music festival for excellent musicians. Lee, Sang - Keun art gagokjip (2006) Lee, Sang - Keun choral House (2006) Lee, Sang - Keun Works Complete Works 14 (2009) "Song of the Nam River (top, second volume)," Jinju gagokjip" "the soul of Nongae" Jinju choral house, Jinjus aechang Exercise Song House (2005)among them Lee, Sang - Keun art gagokjip in 2011, Lee, Sang - Keun Choral house is South Korea literary translators,selected in the original language Translated Books by Sogang University professor British Brother Anthony (Korea name: An Seon-jae)


Jeollabuk-do(Namwon-si)

Located in Dalgung Village, Baemsa Valley, Jirisan Mountain, Jirisan Restaurant is famous for its black pork barbeque prepared with locally raised pigs. Black pork is barbequed and served with kimchi ripen over three years. Visitors can enjoy the chewy and flavorful black pork outdoors. Also, visitors can freely enjoy 17 different menus including Sanchaejungshik (full course meal with wild greens), chicken dishes made with locally raised chicken and Maeuntang (spicy soup) and purchase regional products such as Gorosoe mineral water, various kinds of wild greens, Reishi mushrooms and honey. Moreover, this restaurant was introduced on TV as a popular restaurant, so people from all over the country are visiting. In Dalgung Villge where the restaurant is located, there are a lot of accommodations and restaurants, and in the nearby Dalgung Valley, families, travelers or hikers can take a rest.


Gyeongsangnam-do(Miryang-si)

Miryang Museum features cultural items and materials of the Nakdonggang River area. The purpose of the museum is to effectively preserve, exhibit, and acknowledge the history and culture of the area through collecting, researching, investigating and organizing the items on display. In addition, the museum was established to enhance cultural nostalgia and contribute to social education. The museum is comprised of several halls, including a permanent exhibition hall and a temporary exhibition hall, showing the history of the Miryang area during the Samhan era and the Joseon Dynasty. Collections include various cultural assets designated by Gyeongsangnam-do, as well as an exhibit-style storage of literary works, and folk and daily relics. Other attractions are located in the exhibition of fossils and Independence Hall. The fossil exhibition hall, located inside Miryang Museum, contains 244 items collected from throughout the world. At the Miryang Independence Hall, visitors can come to know the historical independence activists such as Kim Wonbong and Yun Seju, who are from Miryang. The hall exhibits the major movement that took place in Miryang in March 13, 1919, as well as the bombing incident of Paris-Jangseo Sogeon, which took place at Miryang Police Station. All the items on display here help visitors take in and appreciate the modern history of Miryang.


Chungcheongnam-do(Boryeong-si)

Situated in Boryeong (Chungcheongnam-do), Boryeong Coal Museum focuses on the history of the coal industry and its importance. Its indoor and outdoor exhibition halls display a wide array of coal equipment employed to mine and carry coal. Visitors can also see a video depicting the coal mining process. A reproduced mine is equipped with a tunnel (using the cold air from a closed mine) and decorated with photos on the wall of the tunnel. Reproducing the real process of coal mining, visitors may feel as if they are going up and down the mine, 400m underground. The museum is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (to 5 p.m. during the winter season); it is closed on Mondays.


Jeollabuk-do(Muju-gun)

During the Japanese invasion of 1592, many of the National Archives in Seoul and the surrounding area were burned down. After this, the archives were duplicated and stored in a variety of locations thoughout the county. The National Archives of Jeoksangsan Mountain was founded in 1614, when important national archives were moved from Myohyang Confucian Academy, with others being added in 1641. This national archives site served a very important role throughout over 300 years of Korea’s history, until it was closed by the Japanese during the Japanese occupation.


Chungcheongnam-do(Seosan-si)

Samgilpo Port in Hwagok-ri, Daesan-eup, Chungcheongnam-do is located at the end of Daeho Seawall, which connects Hwagok-ri, Daesan-eup and Gyoro-ri, Seongmun-myeon, Dangjin-gun. The floodgate of the Daeho Seawall is also located at the site. The 7.8-km-long Daeho Seawall was completed on November 16, 1984. It is a scenic ocean drive with an expansive view of the large and small islands floating on the sea. It is also a popular sea fishing venue. In the middle of Daeho Seawall, is Dobido Island. It was developed as a recreational site equipped with accommodations, sports and recreation facilities, and a farmer’s market. It has since become a highly favored tourist destination. Around Samgilpo Port are a number of sashimi (Korean raw fish) restaurants where visitors can enjoy fresh seafood with a great view in a tranquil atmosphere. Daeho Seawall is also known as paradise for winter migratory birds, so each winter it attracts a number of birds, photographers, and birdwatchers.