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Korean Folk Village

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Gyeonggi-do(Yongin-si) , Yongin・Everland

Korean Folk Village: A Living Journey Into Korea’s Past — Where Traditions Become Experiences Just beyond Seoul’s city limits lies one of Korea’s most enchanting cultural destinations: the Korean Folk Village in Yongin. More than a museum and more than an attraction, it is a living world where centuries-old customs, architecture, and artistry continue to breathe. For international travelers seeking something deeply Korean—authentic, atmospheric, and rich in meaning—this is one of the country’s most rewarding experiences. Walking through its gates feels like stepping into a beautifully preserved film set from the Joseon era. Cobbled paths wind between graceful hanok roofs, wooden bridges cross slow-moving streams, and open courtyards reveal everyday life scenes from historic Korea. Unlike static exhibits, the village is alive: rope-makers twist hemp fibers by hand, potters shape clay on spinning wheels, and folk musicians fill the air with rhythms that echo across the village. Dynamic performances take place throughout the day. Horseback warriors demonstrate traditional mounted martial arts, dancers perform swirling folk rituals, and lively farmer’s dances create an atmosphere of celebration. Seasonal festivals enrich the experience further—lantern-lit autumn nights, spring flower celebrations, and traditional wedding reenactments give every visit its own unique charm. The marketplace is a highlight for global travelers. Here, steaming bowls of rustic Korean comfort food are served in an old-style setting—simple, hearty dishes that reflect the flavors of the past. Handcrafted souvenirs such as bamboo fans, pottery mugs, and traditional paper goods let visitors bring home a piece of heritage. What truly sets the Korean Folk Village apart is its immersive approach. Guests can try on hanbok, join hands-on craft workshops, ride a traditional swing, or learn how rice cakes were made by pounding steamed rice dough. These experiences turn cultural discovery into memorable participation—not just observation. Close enough for a half-day trip yet far enough to feel like another era, the Korean Folk Village blends nature, history, and hospitality into a meaningful cultural escape. For solo travelers, families, and anyone with a curiosity for authentic Korean culture, it remains one of Korea’s most unforgettable destinations. Essential Information • Location: Yongin, Gyeonggi-do (approx. 1 hour from central Seoul) • Key Attractions: Traditional houses, folk performances, artisan workshops, hanbok experiences, seasonal festivals • Experiences: Pottery classes, natural-dye craft, horseback martial arts shows, folk music dance, traditional marketplace food • Best For: Travelers seeking authentic culture, family groups, photographers, history lovers • Visit Duration: 3–5 hours recommended • Travel Tip: Arrive early to join workshops and catch multiple live performances throughout the day Why International Visitors Love It • A rare, immersive encounter with Korea’s living heritage • Hands-on activities—not just exhibitions • Cinematic scenery perfect for photography • Friendly for first-time visitors with multilingual guidance • Seasonal programs that make every visit unique *For the Folk Performance Schedule, please refer to official website for latest information: www.koreanfolk.co.kr

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Gyeongbokgung Palace (Taegukgi-gil)

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

Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace is also commonly referred to as the Northern Palace because its location is furthest north when compared to the neighboring palaces of Changdeokgung (Eastern Palace) and Gyeongheegung (Western Palace) Palace. Gyeongbokgung Palace is arguably the most beautiful, and remains the largest of all five palaces.The premises were once destroyed by fire during the Imjinwaeran War (Japanese Invasion, 1592-1598). However, all of the palace buildings were later restored under the leadership of Heungseondaewongun during the reign of King Gojong (1852-1919).Remarkably, the most representative edifices of the Joseon Dynasty, Gyeonghoe-ru Pavilion and Hyangwonjeong Pond, have remained relatively intact. Woldae and the sculptures of Geunjeongjeon (The Royal Audience Chamber) represent past sculptures of contemporary art.The National Palace Museum of Korea is located south of Heungnyemun Gate, and the National Folk Museum is located on the eastern side within Hyangwonjeong.A new street called taegeukgi-gil (literally "Korean flag street") has been developed on one of Hyoja-dong's streets, where a total of 240 flags were be flown along the street near Gyeongbokgung Palace. A similar street can be found in front of Cheongwadae (the Blue House, or presidential residence). The street was created in 2015 to mark the nation’s 70th anniversary of victory over Japan, which liberated Korea from Japanese occupation. The display of the taegeukgi was put up on March 1 in remembrance of the March 1st Movement, also known as the Sam-il Movement, one of the earliest public displays of Korean resistance during the Japanese occupation of Korea. The flags will be taken down at the end of the year.* Tickets for Gyeongbokgung Palace are also valid at the National Palace Museum and the National Folk Museum.

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Soma Museum of Art

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

Located in Seoul Olympic Park, Soma Museum of Art is an art and cultural space over 3,300ms. The two exhibition floors are further divided into five exhibition halls and the Video Art Hall. Outside, visitors can check out Sculpture Park, with over 204 sculptures and 8 original pieces by renowned international artists. The museum itself is also a work of art: a modern building constructing using environmentally-friendly, natural wooden elements. Museum facilities include the Sculpture Park, various exhibition halls, a drawing center, studios for art education, rooms for events, and a number of other amenities. In addition to hosting exhibits throughout the year, the museum runs art education programs and an Art Academy for children and adults. The museum offers frequent movie screenings, events for Children's Day, special night exhibition hours, and special presentations.

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Changdeokgung Palace and Huwon

4.0/1

Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Jongno・Ikseon-dong・Gwangjang Market

Changdeokgung Palace was the second royal villa built following the construction of Gyeongbukgung Palace in 1405. It was the principal palace for many kings of the Joseon Dynasty, and is the most well-preserved of the five remaining royal Joseon palaces. The palace grounds are comprised of a public palace area, a royal family residence building, and the rear garden. Known as a place of rest for the kings, the rear garden boasts a gigantic tree that is over 300 years old, a small pond and a pavilion.The palace gained importance starting from the time of Seongjong, the 9th king of Joseon, when a number of kings began using it as a place of residence. Unfortunately, the palace was burned down by angry citizens in 1592 when the royal family fled their abode during the Japanese invasion of Korea. Thanks to Gwanghaegun, the palace was restored in 1611. Even today, it houses a number of cultural treasures, such as Injeongjeon Hall, Daejojeon Hall, Seonjeongjeon Hall, and Nakseonjae.Changdeokgung Palace’s rear garden was constructed during the reign of King Taejong and served as a resting place for the royal family members. The garden had formerly been called Bukwon and Geumwon, but was renamed Biwon after King Kojong came into power. The garden was kept as natural as possible and was touched by human hands only when absolutely necessary. Buyongjeong, Buyongji, Juhabru, Eosumun, Yeonghwadang, Bullomun, Aeryeonjeong, and Yeongyeongdang are some of the many pavilions and fountains that occupy the garden. The most beautiful time to see the garden is during the fall when the autumn foliage is at its peak and the leaves have just started to fall.Though it has been treasured by Koreans for centuries, Changdeokgung Palace was recognized as a World Cultural Heritage site by the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Committee in December of 1997 during the committee meeting in Naples, Italy.(Click here for more information on Changdeokgung Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site)Changdeokgung Palace was one of the places visited by the first ladies of the Seoul G20 summit during the G20 conference in Seoul in November 2010. It is one of the most historically significant attractions that represent the beauty of Korea.

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Myeong-dong Tourist Information Center

Seoul(Jung-gu) , Euljiro・Chungmuro

The Myeong-dong Tourist Information Center offers a convenient one-stop service center for tourists visiting Korea and offers foreign lagnuage interpretation services in English, Japanese and Chinese. The center is equipped with more than 400 tourism pamphlets (the largest number in Korea) that cover a variety of tourism sites in Korea as well as performances, transportation, accommodations, etc. Tourists can also purchase souvenirs at the information center. The grand opening was November 29, 2013

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Incheon International Airport Spa on Air

Incheon(Yeongjong-gu) , Incheon Airport

Spa on Air, located at Incheon International Airport, is the perfect place for all travelers to rest and freshen up before or after a long flight. Telephone +82-32-743-7042 Opening date July 1, 2008 Closed N/A (open all year round) Operating Hours 24 hours Parking Facilities Available (Airport parking lot) Facility Utilization Fees Fees differ for day and nighttime use. * For more details on the fees, please make a phone inquiry before visiting. Available Facilities Sauna, locker room, lounge, etc Restrooms Available Pets Not permitted

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Incheon Station

Incheon(Jemulpo-gu) , Incheon Center

Incheon Station is the last station on the Gyeongin Rail-line in Bukseong-dong, Jung-gu, Incheon. The station is located near Incheon Port.

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Jongmyo Shrine [UNESCO World Heritage]

Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Bukchon・Samcheong・Insadong

Jongmyo Shrine was a primary place of worship for kings throughout Joseon Dynasty. The memorial service, called Jongmyo Jaerye, is said to be the oldest complete ceremony in the world, and was carried out in obedience to the king’s order. The ceremony was designated as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site in December 9, 1995, for its well-preserved ancient customs, such as memorial services and traditional music, which is Important Intangible Cultural Asset No.56. During the Joseon Dynasty, it was held when the season changes and the twelfth month of the lunar year, but was stopped during the Japanese colonial period. Now, it is annually reenacted on the first Sunday of May. Jongmyo Jaeryeak, the musical part of the ceremony, is produced by instruments, songs, and dances that originated over 500 years ago. In May, the Korean Royal Palace Culture Festival is to be held with a variety of other cultural heritage festivals.

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Songdo Convensia(Incheon)

Incheon(Yeonsu-gu) , Songdo International Business District

Songdo Convensia A global-standard convention center Songdo Convensia is a state-of-the-art convention center with five spacious floors. It is capable of hosting 450 exhibition booths, various exhibition events, and performances. Meeting rooms are equipped with advanced technology such as wireless internet, voice-operated cameras, and LCD projectors. The convention center can hold over 2,000 visitors and provides excellent services and amenities for various banquets, family events, weddings, and more. Songdo Convensia is approximately 15 minutes away by car from Incheon International Airport and an hour from Seoul, making it a pleasant and convenient venue for business as well as for touring the Seoul metropolitan area. The center is surrounded by six outstanding hotels, a department store, and a number of shopping malls. In addition to an array of convenient amenities, it also boasts exquisite exterior and interior designs, reminiscent of the luxurious Sydney Opera House. Naturally, it has become a popular venue for television programs, performances, and fashion shows. [Subway] Incheon Univ. Station (Incheon Subway Line 1), Exit 5. Songdo Convensia is located ahead, next to Sheraton Incheon Hotel. [Bus] Get off at Convensia, Songdo Convensia Sheraton Hotel or Songdo Sheraton Hotel Bus Stop. Blue Bus 6-1, 8, 9, 16, 82, 780-1 Green Bus 91, 92 Red Bus 1301, 3002, M6724 Airport Bus 6707B [Incheon City Tour Bus] A convenient and enjoyable trip to Incheon! Incheon City Tour operates a circular route through Ocean Line and Open Port Line and provides safe and convenient travel throughout the stops around Incheon’s representative tourist attractions. Tour line : Sea Line(Songdo~Incheon Bridge~Youngjong) Boarding Spots : International Passenger Terminal 1: In front of Gate 13B, 3F / International Passenger Terminal 2: Taxi Stand No.8, 3F Drop-off Spot : Songdo Convensia (East Boathouse) Travel Time : International Passenger Terminal 1: 86 minutes / International Passenger Terminal 2: 44 minutes Fare (KRW) : Adults 5,000 won Children 3,000 won (3~12 years old) [Taxi] ※Travel time: Approx. 30 minutes from the airport to Songdo Convensia ※ Express tolls may be added to the fare. ※ Taxis information: +82-032-120 ※ Your taxi driver may not be able to speak English. In that case, please show the following message to the driver. SMART MICE LOUNGE •Location : Commercial Facilities 1F •Operating Hours : 09:00-18:00 (Open all year round except for New Year’s Day and Chuseok) •Instruction Language : Korean, English, Chinese, Japanese •Inquiry : +82-32-210-1080 •Fees : Free Smart MICE Lounge located on the first floor of Songdo ConvensiA is a space enabling users to take a rest, meet with others and share experiences. Come and experience the advanced smart MICE contents of Songdo ConvensiA based on leading ICT technology. Lounge' means a space for comfort and meeting. Let's meet a variety of smart contents such as interactive media walls, VR/AR, games, holograms and holographic, as well as relaxation and meeting. Songdo Convensia's hot place! Smart Mice Lounge is open to all ages! ★Experience Zone Convensia VR Tour ▲Experience in advance the spaces at Songdo ConvensiA using VR. Catch MICE VR ▲Play VR games to find hidden M.I.C.E words. GAME ▲Visitors may enjoy playing a simple mini-game in the Smart MICE Lounge. HOLOGRAM ▲Take an Incheon city tour bus and the city’s tourist attractions through a holographic screen. Touch Smart MICE ▲Visitors may experience in advance customized services by organizer, participating company, and visitor by touching the screen for information on MICE. ★Operation Zone ▲Analysis on facilities and floating population Collects information on the current state of visitors to Songdo ConvensiA on a real-time basis, the travel paths and flows taken by MICE tourists. Check on the amount of inflow and outflow between tourist attractions and Songdo ConvensiA. ▲Find facilities Find a facility located within Songdo ConvensiA. ▲nformation on Incheon tourist attractions and city tour buses Obtain of information on tourist attractions and real-time location information on city tour buses ▲Rest Zone It offers spaces not only for comfortable rest but also business meetings. Today, the Smart MICE Lounge serves as a meeting place in Songdo ConvensiA! ONE-STOP SERVICE CENTER Location Convenient Facilities 1F Operating Hours: 09:00-18:00 / Open all year round except for New Year's Day and Chuseok Holiday. Instruction Language Korean Inquiry about rental : +82-32-210-1111(Inquiry about rental) / +82-32-210-1112(Technical support) How to use the center •A support center for organizers of exhibitions/conventions •Provision of integrated consultations and services on rental/ technical support/banquet/parking/communications •Provision of storage/small-scale meeting rooms(Supported by organizers) The Autonomous Robot 'Romi' Ask for various information from 'Romi', the first autonomous robot of a local convention center! Songdo Convensia is a fun and informative space with a distinctive interior and exterior design. •Instruction Language : Korean, English, Chinese, Japanese Amenities •Diverse and convenient supporting facilities for the best exhibition and conventions. •Facilities for various events, including ConvensiA lounge and outdoor lawn •Supporting facilities for smooth hosting of events, including multi-use room, swing space, and pantry •Various amenities such as restaurants and stationery stores Tourism Translation Information Center : Translation services provided in Japanese and English about tourist attractions around Incheon VR Experience Hall : Incheon VR Tourism Experience Mirror zone : Sightseeing photo synthesis ▲VR Experience Center It is beyond your imagination! Experience an amazing and marvellous harmony between real and imaginary worlds in Songdo Convensia, Incheon! Coffee shop, group event, refreshment catering Convenience store A rest restaurant INCHEON “STAMP TOUR,” A FUN WAY TO LOOK AROUND THE CITY WITH SPECIAL REWARDS! Experience Smart Mice's stamp tour, where the fun of collecting one by one is great! Leave your foot prints all over Incheon! ▶Android market ▶ios app store Songdo, Incheon Travel Guide Incheon information are listed ▶ https://www.trippose.com/incheon 『 COPYRIGHTS ©SONGDO CONVENSIA. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED https://songdoconvensia.visitincheon.or.kr 』『 COPYRIGHTS ©INCHEON SMART MICE. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED https://mice.visitincheon.or.kr 』『 COPYRIGHTS ©Incheon Tourism Organization. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED www.ito.or.kr 』『 COPYRIGHTS ©Incheon Convention Bureau. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED https://cvb.visitincheon.or.kr』

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Gyeonghuigung Palace

Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Bukchon・Samcheong・Insadong

During the latter half of the Joseon period, Gyeonghuigung Palace served as the secondary palace for the king. Situated on the west side of Seoul, it was also called Seogwol, literally meaning "a palace of the west." The secondary palace was where the king moved to in times of emergency. From In-Jo to Cheol-Jong, about ten kings from the Joseon Dynasty stayed here at Gyeonghuigung. This palace was built using the slanted geography of the surrounding mountain, and it boasts traditional beauty in its architecture and huge historical significance. For a time, it was of a considerable size, even to the point of having an arched bridge connecting it to Deoksugung Palace. For the king’s royal audience, there was Sungjeongjeon and Jajeongjeon buildings, and for sleeping quarters, Yungbokjeon and Hoesangjeon buildings. Altogether there were about 100 small and large buildings on the palace grounds. But when Japan began occupation of Korea in 1908, the Japanese school, Gyeongseong Middle School moved into the palace, and as a result, much of the palace became leveled or moved. Currently, Gyeonghuigung’s front gate, Heunghwamun, is being used as front gate for Shilla Hotel’s main entrance, and Sungjeongjeon is at Dongguk University. The school moved out to a different area, and the Sungjeongjeon and some of the other buildings have been reconstructed. Nearby the Gyeonghuigung Palace is Seoul History Museum, Jeongdong Street, and the busy Jongno Street. After you have been to Gyeonghuigung, you can cross to Jeongdong Street and walk to Deoksugung Palace. The stonewall road to Deoksugung Palace is considered one of the most elegant roads in Seoul.

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