TRIPPOSE List

Jeonju National Museum
Jeollabuk-do(Jeonju-si) , Jeonju Hanok Village・Wanju

The Jeonju National Museum was established in 1990 as an institute for the research, preservation, and exhibition of Jeollabuk-do’s most prized cultural treasures. The museum houses over 30,000 artifacts, a majority of which were excavated from the Jeollabuk-do area, and has on exhibit over 1,300 pieces spread throughout 5 exhibition halls and 1 outdoor exhibition hall. The museum also serves as a venue for numerous cultural activities and educational programs, providing visitors with the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of Korea’s proud history.


Cheongju Express Bus Terminal
Chungcheongbuk-do(Cheongju-si) , Cheongju・Cheongnamdae


International Convention Center Jeju (ICC Jeju) (제주국제컨벤션센터)
Jeju-do(Seogwipo-si) , Seogwipo City

International Convention Center Jeju (ICC Jeju) is located within Jungmun Resort, with fantastic views of Hallasan Mountain and the ocean. Opened on March 22, 2003, the convention center is comprised of two underground levels and five above-ground floors. Amenities include an international meeting hall that can accommodate up to 4,300 people, as well as exhibition halls and related facilities for all types of international events and meetings. The exterior of the center is designed with a motif of Jeju Island and stands in harmony with the surrounding nature.


HiKR GROUND
Seoul(Jung-gu) , Gwanghwamun・Gyeongbokgung・Seochon

Discover the Heart of Korean Pop Culture at "HiKR Ground" – Your Ultimate Korean Entertainment Destination!         Prepare yourself for an extraordinary journey where tradition meets contemporary, art meets technology, and dreams meet reality. Nestled in the pulsating heart of Seoul, the Korea Tourism Organization Seoul Center introduces "HiKR Ground," a trailblazing space that is more than just a Korean tourism publicity center — it is your gateway to the exhilarating world of K-Pop, mesmerizing media art, and the authentic Korean local tourism experience that goes beyond your imagination. Step into a Realm of Unforgettable Experiences: First Floor - The HiKR Wall and Beyond Embark on an unprecedented visual journey through the "HiKR Wall," a grandiose media canvas showcasing the impeccable artwork, "Landscape of the New City" by the renowned media artist Lee Lee-nam. Here, you're not just viewing art; you're stepping into it, surrounded by vibrant displays and curated tourism videos brought to you by global Hallyu aficionados. Your adventure into the Korean zeitgeist begins here, drawing you into a world where art and technology dance in a vivid tapestry of sights and sounds, offering a modern gaze into the Korean spirit.   Second Floor - Your K-Pop Dream Studio Channel your inner K-Pop star at the state-of-the-art XR Live Studio, where you are the lead in your music video. This is not just a studio; it is a canvas where your K-Pop dreams come to life, with the vibrant backdrop of the rejuvenated Cheonggyecheon Stream adding a touch of natural splendor to your production. And while here, don’t miss the captivating "North Wall" installation by the illustrious artist Suh Do-ho, a piece that seamlessly blends art and nature, offering a contemplative space amidst the K-Pop excitement.   Third & Fourth Floors - Dive Deep into the Local Korean C Ascend to the upper echelons of "HiKR Ground" where a rich tapestry of local Korean experiences awaits. Here, every corner offers a new adventure, with exhibitions that narrate the poetic tales of Korea's lands and waters, and interactive sessions that bring you face to face with the artistry and craftsmanship that is quintessentially Korean. What sets "HiKR Ground" apart is its unwavering commitment to offering a multi-faceted exploration of Korean culture, with a special emphasis on fostering a deep connection with the younger generation. It's a haven where the young and the young at heart can forge unforgettable memories, diving deep into a culture rich in history, yet vibrant and contemporary. Come, be a part of this vivacious journey, as "HiKR Ground" greets global enthusiasts with a warm "Hi" and opens its doors to a playground where every moment is a celebration of the Korean spirit. Discover "HiKR Ground"— where Korea welcomes the world, and where every visitor becomes a part of the ever-evolving Korean story. Let's make history together at "HiKR Ground," your ultimate destination for a rich, immersive, and truly Korean experience.


Lotte World Aquarium
Seoul(Songpa-gu) , Jamsil・Seokchon Lake・Olympic Park

With the motif of "Communication between people and the ocean," Lotte World Aquarium is located in the B1-2 floors of the popular downtown amusement park, Lotte World. Visitors to Lotte World Aquarium can learn about the marine life from both rivers and oceans, while exploring the various themed areas


Namdo Folk Food Exhibition Room & Honam Cultural Material Pavilion
Gwangju(Buk-gu) , Gwangju Buk-gu・Gwangsan (Mudeungsan・Songjeong)

Located in Gwangju Metropolitan City, the Namdo Folk Food Museum was established to preserve and promote the folk foods of the Namdo region. The museum is housed in a building that resembles both the long, rectangular presses used to make patterned rice cakes and the Ipseokdae Rock of Mudeungsan Mountain, a symbol of Gwangju. Even the colors of the building’s walls hold special significance. The obangsaek ‘five colors’ (blue, white, red, black, and yellow) symbolize the cardinal directions, the seasons, the major organs in the body, different tastes, feelings, and philosophy.Major facilities at the museum include: a special exhibition room for invitational displays on culture and art, the permanent exhibition room on Namdo folk food, the Museum Studio with material related to the museum itself, and the Museum Shop, which sells a selection of Namdo folk food. Other facilities include the Honam Cultural Material Exhibition Room, which showcases the culture of the Honam region (literature, customs, and art), and a seminar room for art and culture-related lectures and conferences.


Gwanghwamun Gate
Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Gwanghwamun・Gyeongbokgung・Seochon

Founded in 1395 by the first king of the Joseon Dynasty, Gwanghwamun is the main gate of Gyeongbukgung Palace. Roughly meaning “may the light of enlightenment blanket the world,” the name symbolizes the resounding dedication that the people of the Joseon Dynasty had in creating a new dynasty. Constructed solely out of granite, its center is an entrance that resembles a rainbow, called Hongyemun. Above that is a gate tower. Gwanghwamun holds a painful memory in Korean history. During the Japanese occupation of Korea, in order to dampen the spirits of the Korean citizens, the Japanese governing general destroyed the gate and built his own government building. The present appearance of the gate is that of 1968 when it was rebuilt using concrete, and it’s location is about 10m behind the original spot. Though Gwanghwamun is the most beautiful of the five palace gates, it was not designated by the Korean government as a national treasure because it is made purely of concrete. The government is now in the process of removing the Japanese building and restoring the palace. Gwanghwamun has its name written on a sign on the gate, and it was personally written by then-president Park Jeong-Hui. On either side of the gate you can see the word “Haetae” facing south. Haetae is a mythical unicorn-lion that is said to protect palaces from fire. According to Pungsujirisang, there was a fire around Gwanaksan Mountain, so in order to protect the palace from fire from the mountain, these fire-eating Haetaes were put beside the gate.  


Gangneung Coffee Street
Gangwon-do(Gangneung-si) , Gangneung・Gyeongpo・Anmok

Gangneung-si in Gangwon-do is the first local district in Korea to host a coffee festival and support coffee artisans as well has promote development of coffee-related contents such as coffee museum, coffee street, coffee factory, barista academy, etc. With almost all coffee shops in the area roasting their own coffee beans, Gangneung-si is well-recognized as the "city of coffee."  


Suncheonman Bay Wetland Reserve
Jeollanam-do(Suncheon-si) , Suncheon・Boseong・Goheung

The fields in Suncheonman Bay is thickly covered with reeds taller than a full-grown man. It is the biggest colony of reeds in Korea. The image of the entire field swaying in the wind is as dazzling as waves on the sea.The field of reeds is home to many plants that thrive in damp conditions, like the common reed and the starwort. Among the world’s wetlands, Suncheonman Bay is widely known for attracting the largest number of rare birds. Internationally rare birds such as the hooded crane, white-naped crane, white stork, black-faced spoonbill, Eurasian Oystercatcher, as well as birds designated as natural treasures, can be spotted here. There are about 140 species of birds including the snipe, wild duck, shelduck, and wild goose in total. In order to get to Suncheon, visitors can either fly to Yeosu Airport from Gimpo or Jeju, and then take an airport bus to Suncheon.For more information, visit the Suncheonman Bay website at www.suncheonbay.go.kr


Jindo Mysterious Sea Route
Jeollanam-do(Jindo-gun) , Haenam・Jindo・Wando・Gangjin

Jindo Island is the third largest island in Korea, next to Jejudo and Geojedo Island. It is made up of 250 smaller islands, and it is famous for the appearance of a dry road in the middle of the sea, near the end of February and mid June of the lunar calendar. As it resembles a passage in the Old Testament in the Book of Exodus, the event is called “The Miracle of Moses”. When the water recedes, a road about 30-40 meter wide and 2.8 km long appears, which stays for about an hour before being submerged again.Jindo Island has some legends which are still popular today, especially that of “Old Woman Bbyong of Hoedongri”. A long time ago, there were many tigers on Jindo Island. When tigers began appearing frequently in the village, the people fled to Modo Island. In the process, only the old woman Bbyong ended up remaining on the island, so the lady prayed everyday to Yongwang, the god of the ocean, to let her see her family again. Around February, Yongwang appeared to her in her dream and said, “I will send a rainbow to the sea tomorrow; ride it and cross the ocean”. The next day old woman Bbyong went out to the sea and prayed again, and the seawater parted as the rainbow road appeared. Through this road, her family and the other villagers came back to the island. Therefore when the sea parts, the people celebrate this phenomenon by holding the Yeongdeung Festival to remember the Old Woman Bbyong. During the Festival, original folk plays of Jindo Island are performed and draws many tourists into Jindo Island.