Busan(Dongnae-gu)

Jeongnim Hanjeongsik is a medicinal seasoning research center and medicinal food specialty restaurant. They make syrup with five grains for sweetness and vinegar with persimmon or plum for a sourn flavor. Pickled vegetables are fermented for 3 years or longer with enzymes made of native grasses.


Busan(Nam-gu)

A representative international music festival of Busan, the second Busan Maru International Music Festival (BMIMF) is set to run for 5 days from August 30 to September, 3 2011. The festival will be held in various locations throughout the city, including the Busan Cultural Center. Hosted by the city of Busan and managed by the BMIMF organizing committee, the festival’s goal is to develop the regional art sector while building the grounds for forming a robust global cultural infrastructure. The word “maru” is a Korean word that means “the best” and reflects the goals of the BMIMF of becoming one of the most recognized music festivals both domestically and internationally. This year’s festivities, held under the theme “Musical Globalization,” include performances from 37 teams (500 participants) who hail from all over the world.


Busan(Nam-gu)

Gohyangjip Kalguksu offers kal-guksu (noodle soup) using home grown red pepper powder, rice, and seasonal vegetables.


Busan(Busanjin-gu)

Boltaegijip has been recognized across the nation for 15 years for its delectable foods and tradition. It serves steamed fish, fish stew, and boiled fish cooked with one of three fish, including cod, blowfish, and loach. Daeguppol-jjim (braised codfish head) is especially popular.


Busan(Dongnae-gu)

Happy Mom House located in Dongnae-gu, Busan is a homestay in an apartment located within 3 minutes away from Minam Station on Busan Metro Lines 3 & 4 and 15 minutes away from Dongnae Intercity Bus Stop, both on foot. It's also very close to a number of popular tourist destinations including Dongnaeeupseong Fortress and Dongnae Oncheon District. It’s an ordinary apartment with living room and kitchen. There are two guestrooms: one small room for one person, and a larger one for up to three people. Guests get to experience various types of tea and tea sets from different cultures because the owner of the place is a tea lover who serves Korean traditional tea and snacks at the time of check-in and free homemade breakfast. It's a great place to stay for those looking for a quiet place. Pickup service and long-term stay are also available. Just be sure to ask at the time of booking. Since it's located in an apartment complex, children under 12 years and pets are not allowed.


Busan(Busanjin-gu)

Fresh octopus and a variety of seafood create special flavor at this restaurant. The octopus is mixed with a variety of vegetables and noodles and cooked on a pan with noodles to make a mouth watering dish. They serve stir-fried octopus, stir-fried shrimp, and beef tripe.


Busan(Gijang-gun)

Cheokpanam Hermitage was initially built in 673 by a monk named Wonhyo, whose legend is still passed down, and was restored in 1938 by another monk named Gyeongheo. Nestled inside the forest on Bulgwangsan Mountain, the hermitage offers a splendid view of the its surroundings. It is located nearby Jangansa Temple, also built by Wonhyo.


Busan(Haeundae-gu)

Haeundae Penthouse is only 3 minutes away from Haeundae Station on Busan Metro Line 2 and 5 minutes away from Haeundae Beach, both on foot. It has great barbecue facilities. One of the biggest attractions of Haeundae Penthouse is the view of Haeundae, because the guestrooms are located on the 8th floor. In particular, Room No. 801 is a signature room that commands a panoramic view of the marine city and the beautiful sunset with its large window. The modern guestrooms are some of the largest ones you can find in Haeundae. Each of the rooms has a terrace, a bathroom, and a shower room, furnished with bed, sofa, table, and terrace table for relaxation. There are also shared kitchens outside the rooms, and each of the kitchens can be used only by a certain number of rooms for the convenience of the guests. The guestrooms are cleaner than most other rooms at pensions and guesthouses because the kitchen is outside the room. All the guestrooms have a different design, so be sure to choose the right one when booking.