TRIPPOSE List

Expo Park
Daejeon(Yuseong-gu) , Yuseong Hot Springs・Expo

Expo Park is the country’s only theme park promoting the latest sciences and technology in a learning facility that aims to raise public awareness in society, and was established following the closing of the Daejeon Expo in 1993The park features several themed pavilions for visitors to choose from, including: the world’s largest I-Max theater, a 3D theater, an I-Max dome theater, a Simulation Theater, Body World, the Electric Energy Pavilion, the Energy Pavilion, the Nature and Life Pavilion, the North Korea Pavilion, and the Tower of Great Light.There are programs offered year-round introducing science to newcomers in an easy and fun way that include various fun and interesting scientific experiments. Classes and programs are also available for traditional crafts, robotics, and other science-related recreation activities. The park’s featured IMAX Dome, with a 27 meter-diameter, is the only one of its kind in Korea. Additionally, the park also features an Aqua Resort, a water play facility for families, and also a solar power generation system.With the theme of “Youth, Love, Romance and Family,” Hanbit Square in particular, is an amazing night attraction where visitors can experience an exotic atmosphere combining a large and colorful flowerbed spread over 6,477 pyeong (approximately 21,411 square meters) of land, a dynamic Music Fountain that also displays a special flame effect, and a breathtaking fireworks show.The Park’s other facilities include a Maglev Train (monorail), playing fields and multiple facilities for holding special events, such as performing halls. There is also the CMB Expo Art Hall with 1,105 seats and the Convention Center equipped with a six-language interpretation system. 


Samsung D’light
Seoul(Seocho-gu) , Banpo・Seocho・Seoul Arts Center

サムスン電子のグローバル広報館「サムスンディライト(samsung d'light)」は、ソウル市瑞草区瑞草洞のサムスン電子ビル(ソウルメトロ2号線「江南駅」8番出口と連結)に位置しています。「ディライト(d'light)」とは、デジタル(digital)とライト(light)の合成語で、「デジタル世界を照らす光」という意味が込められています。それと同時に、デジタル技術がもたらす楽しさや喜びを全ての観覧客らと共に分かち合い、疎通するという意味も込められています。特に「d」は、デジタル(digital)の他にもダイナミック(dynamic)、ドリーム(dream)、ダイバーシティ(diversity)などの意味も含んでいます。 「サムスンディライト」は地下1階のデジタルラウンジ、地上1階のモバイルプラザ、2階のグローバルギャラリーの全部で3階から成っており、単純に製品の展示をするのではなく、テーマ別に展示された最新のデジタル技術に観覧客が直接触れて新しい生活パターンを体験し、楽しめるようになっています。


Hwaseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage]
Gyeonggi-do(Suwon-si) , Suwon Hwaseong・Dongtan

Hwaseong Fortress is an impressive structure from the latter part of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) and the official fortress of Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do. The fortress (constructed from 1794 to 1796) was built as a show of the King’s filial piety towards his father Jangheonseja and to build a new pioneer city with its own economic power.The fortress wall stretches for a total of 5.52km and has a great variety of military facilities that’s hard to find anywhere else. Four gates face each of the cardinal directions—Janganmun (north), Paldalmun (south), Changnyongmun (east), and Hwaseomun (west)—and the seven-arch style Sumun gates straddle the point where the nearby stream reaches the palace. Above the Sumun gates is a pavilion called Hwahongmun.Hwaseong Fortress was constructed under the guidance of Yu Hyeong-Won (1622-1673) and Jeong Yak-Yong (1762-1836), and is believed to have been constructed very scientifically. The fortress wall was built using Seokjae and Jeondol (bricks) and the holes between the bricks are just big enough to fire guns, arrows, or long spears through in case of an attack.During construction of the fortress Jeong Yak-Yong invented ‘Geojunggi,’ which uses a ‘hwalcha’ (lever) to lift up heavy stones, greatly reducing construction time.The Suwon Hwaseong Fortress went through many turbulent times and damage, and in the battle of June 25th, many of the facilities became so damaged that they were deemed irreparable. Even though the fortress restoration initiative (1975-1979) restored many of the sites to their former glory, Paldalmun to Dongnamgakru (an area 491 meters in length) has still not been renovated.The fortress was designated as Historical Monument No. 3 in January 1963, and in December 1997, it was designated a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.a variety of performances and evens are held everyday and Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival takes place every autumn.>> Click here for more on Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.


40-step Culture & Tourism Theme Street
Busan(Jung-gu) , Nampo・Jagalchi・Yeongdo

The '40-step Culture & Tourism Theme Street' is a 450m-street which starts from the Jungang-dong branch office of KB Bank and runs to the 40-step stairway of the '40-step Cultural Center' and continues on to the Palseong Tour. The time-honored 40-step stairway embodies the joys and sorrows of refugees and those displaced by the Korean War. The entire area has been recently renovated to reflect life in Korea in the 50s and 60s and is expected to become another major tourist spot. The '40-step Culture & Tourism Theme Street' was designated 'The Best Street' by the Busan municipal government in June 2004.br> 


Kimdaejung Convention Center
Gwangju(Seo-gu) , Gwangju Downtown・Yangnim・Dongmyeong

Kimdaejung Convention Center is a state-of-the-art facility in Gwangju, a city with rich cultural heritage and tourism resources. It was built as part of the efforts to promote Gwangju’s competitiveness as a main trade city in northeast Asia to boost local economy and, particularly, tourism resources. The center has served as a main venue for international meetings and exchanges (concerning products, information, culture, and technologies), significantly improving Gwangju’s image. Outstanding services, professional staff, and diverse amenities will make any meeting at Kimdaejung Convention Center pleasant and successful.


Ho-Am Art Museum
Gyeonggi-do(Yongin-si) , Yongin・Everland

The Ho-Am Art Museum is located in Yongin inside the grounds of the huge Everland Amusement Park, making it a popular destination for tourists.The museum displays over 15,000 works of art that come from all periods of Korea’s history and date all the way back to the pre-historic age. Around 100 of Korea’s national treasures are on display here, along with Buddhist art, calligraphy, folk paintings, and an excellent collection of ceramics. The exhibitions is spread over two floors and located in a building constructed in the traditional Hanok style.Ho-Am Art Museum also includes a re-creation of a Korean traditional garden, called the Hee Won Garden, which should not be missed. Stonewalls, pavilions, traditional Hanok buildings, and Buddhist statues are scattered amongst glorious flowers and reflected in the lotus pond. After exploring the museum, visitors can relax with a cup of tea in Hee Won Garden’s teahouse. Visitors holding one-day admission passes to Everland, can visit Ho-Am Art Museum and Hee Won garden for free.


Doota (두산타워)
Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong・Namdaemun

Doota is a fashion mall full of trendy fashion items. There are 540 stores throughout the 8-story building including designer shops, select shops, luxury brand stores, cafes, and restaurants. Doota provides unique, high quality products at reasonable prices under the motto of ‘Fast & First’ and offers a one-stop shopping experience. Doota is visited a large number of foreign visitors compared to other shopping malls, with 55,000 local visitors and 10,000 foreign visitors a day. Services for foreign tourists include an information desk (1F) that provides information in three foreign languages (English, Japanese, and Chinese), money exchange (1F), Tax Refund office (5F), souvenir shop (5F), and storage lockers (B2). They also give away coupon books, which can be used at shops popular among foreign shoppers, and souvenir gift kits.


Lotte World Indoor Ice Skating Rink
Seoul(Songpa-gu) , Jamsil・Seokchon Lake・Olympic Park

Lotte World ceiling Ice Rink receives all the sunlight from the glass dome which makes the atmosphere seem as if it is outdoors. Lotte World Adventure glows fantastically at night with the lights, giving the customers a feeling of being in a parade. For these reasons, Lotte World Ice Rink is known as the finest ice rink in Korea.Screams of joy from the rides can be heard at the ice rink. This is because the icernk is in the same building as the amusement park. Thus, people can enjoy skating within an exciting atmosphere and delightful background.Around the ice rink are family restaurants such as ‘TGIF’, ‘Marche,’ and ‘Sizzlers,’ where you can enjoy international cuisines. Lotte World is also famous as a dateing spot among youths.Operating hoursPeak season: Summer vacation (Jul-Aug)/Winter, Spring vacation (Dec-Feb)-Mon - Fri 11:00 ~ 22:30-Sat, Sun, national holidays 10:00 ~ 22:30Low season: Mar-Jun, Sep-Dec, before vacation periods-Mon - Fri 10:00 ~ 21:30-Sat, Sun, national holidays 10:00 ~ 22:30*Schedules are subject to change.Watching performance is free of charge. (when group rentals the entire rink spaces.)*For details, refer to the official website. 


Baekam Art Hall
Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Gangnam Station・Yeoksam

Opened in 2004, Baekam Art Hall has 420 seats. Featuring an adaptable stage, it can host various types of performances, including plays, musicals, concerts and dances. Since it is located in Samseong-dong, an area frequented by young people, many performances targeting those in their 20s and 30s are staged there. In addition to the performance hall, it has a luxurious gallery cafeteria decorated in wood. 


SJ. Kunsthalle
Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Gangnam Station・Yeoksam

SJ. Kunsthalle is an iconic place where culture and art figures meet and discuss hosting cultural events from trendy subculture to classic fine art. It has provided a wide variety of cultural platforms for exhibitions, performances, parties, fashion shows and workshops.Constructed out of 28 recycled shipping containers, it has become a special place that offers a unique variety of subcultures that a conventional white cube gallery cannot not deliver. The minimalistic interior and open-space design was employed to foster the inclusion of a wide variety of art and culture into one large space. Now it is becoming an epicenter of cultural and artistic innovation, drawing the passionate attention of trend setters from around Korea, and even internationally.