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

Bogwangsa Temple is a traditional temple located on Goryeongsan Mountain in Paju-si. It was built by the great monk Doseonguksa during the Silla Kingdom under the order of Queen Jinseong in the eight year of her reign (AD 894). Bogwangsa Temple offers a temple stay program through which participants can learn about temple etiquette and experience temple life. Activities include attending Buddhist services, participating in prayers of repentance, engaging in Zen meditation, and eating temple meals and learning about the temple tea ceremony. The temple is set against a naturally scenic site and the sounds of the water flowing in the valley mixed with the Buddhist chants result in a calmness difficult to find anywhere else!

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Hantangang River Resort
Gyeonggi-do(Yeoncheon-gun)

The area surrounding the Hantangang River (한탄강) has is littered with countless volcanic rocks from past volcanic activity. These rocks are basaltic, and are commonly called gombo (a face with chicken pox marks) rock because they are covered in small holes that form from air bubbles when volcanic lava cools rapidly. The surrounding scenery of the Hantangang River area is truly breathtaking and is also the site of a famous amusement park. The Hantangang River Resort, located in the lower region of the Hantangang River, stretches along 1.5 kilometers of the river;s shore between the Sarang Bridge and the Hantan Bridge in Jeongok-ri, Yeoncheon-gun. The Hantangang River flows from Pyeonggang in North Korea, flows through Cheorwon, Pocheon and Yeoncheon and eventually joins the Imjingang River. The river features many scenic locales, including a large valley, the walls of which consist of many rare rocks. The resort is a great place for rest and relaxation, and has facilities for the whole family, maintaining campsites for cars and motor homes, a dinosaur themed Children’s Character Park, the Children’s Transportation Land, a water park, an ecological pond, and a soccer field downstream. Additionally, the Goseokjeong Pavilion and Sundam Valley are located nearby upstream.

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Sports Monster Goyang (스포츠몬스터 고양)
Gyeonggi-do(Goyang-si)

Sports Monster Goyang integrates sports and games, offering up to 35 different sports facilities in culture complex with an area of 2,589㎡ and a x_height of 11 meters. Available activities are divided into four zones: Basic, Exciting, Adventure, and Digital.

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Haewoojae Museum
Gyeonggi-do(Suwon-si) , suwon

After demolishing the house in which he lived for 30 years, Mr. Toilet, Sim Jaedeok, built this house in the shaped of a toilet in order to celebrate the establishment of the World Toilet Association (WTA). He named it Haewoojae (해우재), which means "a house to relive one’s concerns," a term used in temples when referring to the restroom. Construction began in May 2007 by architect Go Giung, and finished on November 11, 2007. Haewoojae was credited as being the biggest toilet sculpture by the Korea Record Institute in 2007, and it got a lot of attention by domestic and foreign media outlets. After Sim Jaedeok passed away, his family donated the house to Suwon-si in July 2009, according to his will, and Suwon-si decided to remodel the place to commemorate him, making it into a Haewoojae cultural exhibit. * Opening date: October 30, 2010

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Sueojangdae
Gyeonggi-do(Gwangju-si)

Sueojangdae (守禦將臺 Defense Commander's Post) is a two-story military facility used for observation as well as for directing battles. This structure was built on the western side of Namhansanseong Fortress as one of four command posts. During the Manchu Invasion of 1636, King Injo himself helped to direct and encourage the troops from here. They held out for 45 days against a Qing force of 120,000. At Samjeondo, King Injo of Joseon had to surrender and was forced to accept vassal status to the Manchu Empire. It marked Joseon Korea's humiliating submission to Manchu Qing Dynasty.

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Wondang Horse Ranch
Gyeonggi-do(Goyang-si) , Ilsan

Wondang Ranch became famous as it was used as a drama filming site. It includes some dangerous facilities and therefore there are certain restrictions to the public. Inside the ranch, visitors can watch horses taking a leisure walk on the pasture.The ranch is a place for training jockeys and horse-related workers, and do not serve as a citizen’s park. Hence, drinking, cooking, making noises, engaging in any forms of sports including balls, installing tents are prohibited in this area. In addition, all visitors must clear their leftovers, if any before leaving.* Area: approx. 363,638㎡ (110,000 pyeong)* Grass field: approx. 165,290㎡ (50,000 pyeong)

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Avatar Hotel - Goodstay
Gyeonggi-do(Goyang-si)

Located in Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, Avatar Hotel is near KINTEX and it is a convenient place for guests visiting on business. As it is located just a five-minute walk from the subway, it's very easy to reach via public transportation. Nearby tourist attractions include Ilsan Lake Park, Haengju Mountain Fortress, Tongildongsan and Imjingak.

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Railroad Museum
Gyeonggi-do(Uiwang-si)

The museum features various materials and items like artifacts and vehicles from the over 100 years of railroad history in Korea, which started with the first miracle on September 18, 1899. The first floor houses a history hall and an exhibit devoted to items from railroad vehicles. The second floor focuses on electronics, communications, facilities and architecture, and items related to the transportation industry. The first floor also has a Railroad Model Panorama Room, which features replicas of the various trains that have traversed the Korean countryside, right from the first steam engine until the KTX. There's also an outdoor exhibit area featuring a real steam engine train, a presidential train, as well as passenger and cargo trains. The presidential train was introduced in May of 2015 for guests to enjoy.

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Everland Seollal Folk Hanmadang Festival
Gyeonggi-do(Yongin-si) , Yongin

Everland's "Seollal Folk Hanmadang Festival" is a festival held to celebrate Seollal (Lunar New Year) holidays. The event offers a wide range of experience activities and traditional performances for visitors of all ages.

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Chamimat Gamjatang
Gyeonggi-do(Goyang-si)

Chamimat Gamjatang tries to change the general opinion that gamjatang (pork ribs with potatoes) is a heavy meal and make it lighter and more enjoyable. The restaurant has a playroom, game room, and rest lounge for customers. It’s fast becoming a popular Korean-style family restaurant. Closed  Open 365 days a year (Excluding Lunar New Year’s Day / Chuseok holidays) Operating Hours  Open 24 hours Menu  Some menu items may differ slightly in price and are subject to change without notice. Chamimat Gamjatang (Pork Rib Soup with Potatoes): 21,000~32,000 won (Small: For 2 persons, Medium: For 3 persons, Large: For 4 persons) Haemul Gamjatang (Pork Rib Soup with Potatoes and Seafood): 25,000~36,000 won (Small: For 2 persons, Medium: For 3 persons, Large: For 4 persons) Haejangguk (Soup for Hangovers): 6,000 won (For 1 person) Recommended Menu for Foreigners  Chamimat Gamjatang (Pork Rib Soup with Potatoes): 21,000~32,000 won (Small: For 2 persons, Medium: For 3 persons, Large: For 4 persons) Haemul Gamjatang (Pork Rib Soup with Potatoes and Seafood): 25,000~36,000 won (Small: For 2 persons, Medium: For 3 persons, Large: For 4 persons) Additional Taxes  VAT Included Maximum Seating Capacity  39 seats Subsidiary Facilities  Childcare Capacity: 25 children at 49.5㎡ There is a lounge. Parking Facility  26 spaces Credit Cards  Accepted Reservations  No reservations are accepted at dinner time (6:00 pm~9:00 pm) on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Assistance for Foreigners  Chinese Smoking / Non-Smoking  Non-Smoking  

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