Gyeongsangbuk-do(Gyeongju-si)

Gyeongju National Park is a bevy of cultural preserves dating back to the Silla Kingdom. Unlike the other parks located in the area, this park is segmented into individual districts. However, admission fee covers entry to the entire park because the districts are segmented for the government administration. Because Gyeongju itself is a historic city with many important historic sites and relics, Gyeongju is divided into 7 districts, and the park is divided accordingly. The Namsan area of Gyeongju is called the Namsan District. This is where many stone Buddhist statues, stone pagodas and about 100 temples sites are found. Here you can find Poseokjeong Pavillion, which was part of the living quarters the king had prepared outside of the palace for feasts. The Namsan District contains many relics spread about the area. You might feel like you took a ride on a time machine to a Buddhist temple of the past. Another district is the Tohamsan Mountain District. Here you will find the most famous tourist sites of Gyeongju, Bulguksa Temple. Bulguksa Temple was built in 535, during the reign of King Beopheung (514~540) of the Silla Kingdom and is located at the edge of Tohamsan Mountain. In front of Daeungjeon, there is Dabo Pagoda (10.4m high) to the east and the 3-story Seokga Pagoda (8.2m) to the west. These two pagodas are known as the most artistically constructed Korean stone pagodas, domestically and internationally. On the east side of Tohamsan Mountain is Seokguram, which is called the principal Korean Buddhist statuary. Within the Daebon District, a district of Gyeongju National Park, is King Munmu’s Sujungreung. Nearby the King Munmu’s Sujungreung Tomb there is the Gameunsaji 3-Story Stone Pagoda, which was built to honor King Munmu. In downtown Gyeongju there is a palace built on a half-moon shaped hill called Banwolseong and there is also the oldest stone relic in the east, called Cheomseongdae Observatory (9.2m high). Cheomseongdae Observatory was built and used as an astronomical observatory during the reign of Queen Seon-Deok (reigned 632~647). Between Cheomseongdae and Wolseong is the Gyerim Forest, where Kim Al-Ji (65~?), the progenitor of the Kim family, was born. The name Gyerim was also once used as the country name of Silla. Half a kilometer west of Cheomseongdae is Hwangnamdong where Jeonmachong is located. Anapji Pond, which was built to serve noble guests and where feasts were held, is also located in downtown Gyeongju. Gyeongju National Museum is located in Inwang-dong, Gyeongju, where the relics from 1,000 years of the Silla Kingdom are preserved.


Gyeonggi-do(Suwon-si) , suwon

The city of Suwon established the Suwon Hwaseong Museum to present the history and culture of the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, an important Korean cultural asset and UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.The museum has two permanent exhibition spaces: ‘The Exhibition Hall on Construction of Fortress’ (construction process of the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress and the development of the city) and ‘The Cultural Center’ (illustrates various historical events related to the fortress such events held during the 8-day visit of King Jeongjo in 1795).In addition, the museum runs a ‘Children’s Experience Center,’ where children can learn ancient measurement systems, try on royal court costumes, and more. The Suwon Hawseong Museum not only displays relics from Suwon Hwaseong Fortress (one of Korea’s most impressive historical heritages); it also gives visitors an opportunity to experience and explore.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

Gyeonghuigung Annex Building of Seoul Museum of Art originally opened as the annex building of the Seoul Museum of Art in July 2003. The site was the original location of Gyeonghuigung Palace. After undergoing a recent renovation, it is now the annex building as we know it today boasting beautiful views of the gardens and historic sites. A wide range of art exhibitions take place here.The two-story building has two exhibition halls and a management office. Its unique exhibition space has round corridors and winding corridors that feel flexible and dynamic. The annex building of Gyeonghuigung is primarily used for paid exhibitions. 


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

The In Seoul Guest House is within easy reach of many interesting destinations, being just 10m away from Insa-dong, 800m from Gyeongbokgung Palace, and 800m from Samcheong-dong, while it is 700m away from Myeong-dong, the paradise of shopping, 800m from a duty free shop, and 600m from the traditional Gwangjang Market. In addition, the guest house is just five minutes’ walk from Jonggak and Jongno 3-ga Stations on Subway Line 1. The guest house offers a clean environment and the best services including an interpretation service and cable TV programs (in Chinese, English, and Japanese), as well as highly convenient parcel delivery and baggage storage services.


Gyeonggi-do(Suwon-si) , suwon

Paldalmun Gate is the southern gate of Hwaseong Fortress, designated National Treasure No. 402. A crescent shaped 'ongseong' (defensive secondary wall to prevent the main gate from being broken down with logs) is built on the outside of the door. On the right wall of the gate is a nameplate which contains the names of the people involved in the construction of the gate. The Paldalmun Gate is unique in that it is detached from the rest of the gates, and located in the middle of the busy city. The reason for this is because commerce took roots around the gates before its reconstruction, making it impossible to build in that area.


Busan(Haeundae-gu) , Haeundae

Novotel Ambassador Busan is a world-class hotel with top business facilities. It is located in the Busan business district only steps away from the Haeundae Beach, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Busan. From the hotel, guests have an excellent view of the seaside and access to a variety of tourism opportunities, leisure facilities, and shopping centers.


Seoul(Mapo-gu) , Hongik-University-Area

I am A burger serves handmade style hamburgers where customers can choose buns and patty options of their preference.


Daejeon(Seo-gu)

Dunsan Grand Park, designated as an urban neighborhood park on June 7th, 1991, is a local cultural Mecca. The park is home to a wide variety of cultural and arts facilities including the Daejeon Culture & Arts Center, Pyeongsong Youth Cultural Center, Daejeon Museum of Art, and Ungno Lee Museum of Art. Coupled with the arboretum, it is one of the most culturally sophisticated areas of the city.The Hanbat Arboretum, linked with the Government Complex-Daejeon and Science Park, is the largest manmade urban arboretum. This venue serves multiple purposes: to act as a reservoir of genetically diverse foliage, an eco learning center for students, and a recreational area where people can relax and pass the time in the peaceful embrace of nature. The arboretum, standing on a lot measuring 387,000m2 (1,270,000ft) was developed as part of a three-stage plan. Seowon (West Garden, located north of the Daejeon Museum of Art) and Nammun Square opened on April 28th, 2005, while Dongwon (East Garden located north of Pyeongsong Youth Cultural Center), which consists of 19 uniquely themed parts such as the Magnolia Garden, Medicinal Herbs Garden, Rock Garden and Fruit Garden, opened on May 9th, 2009.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

K-guesthouse Insadong 2, which brings people and cultures together, is located in Jongno-gu, only minutes from Jonggak Station on Subway Line 1. Being right along Jongno’s “Street of Youth,” guests can experience the dynamic atmosphere of Korea, while also enjoying Insa-dong’s “Culture Street” right across the street. Traditional palaces of Korea such as Gyeongbokgung, Deoksugung and Changgyeonggung are located nearby, so guests can learn, tour and experience the traditional beauty of Korea.


Seoul(Mapo-gu) , Yeouido・Yeongdeungpo・Mapo

Yukjeon Hoekwan has served Bassak bulgogi and Seonji baekban (Korean set menu with blood cake) since 1962, opposite of Yongsan Station. It has kept its original taste through three generations of operations.