Chungcheongnam-do(Asan-si)

Hyeonchungsa Shrine, located in Asan-si, is the shrine of General Lee Sun-Shin (1545-1598). It was built in 1706, and named Hyeonchungsa Shrine the following year. In 1932 during the Japanese occupation, a treasure preservation committee was formed to protect the shrine. Afterward, the shrine was rebuilt by the government, its area greatly enlarged, and was further developed into a sacred place.The shrine contains Sipkyeongdo, a pictorial biography of general Lee Sun-Shin’s portrait and his life story. Nanjung Diary, designated National Treasure No. 76, his Long Sword, Treasure No. 326, and other treasures are displayed within the shrine as well, together with the old house he lived in, the arrow shooting range, and Geobuksun (turtle ship). When you enter the of Hyeonchungsa Shrine, Chungmu gate, you will see another gate called Hongsal Gate. Go past Hongsal Gate and you can see Lee Sun-Shin’s portrait, which was made with Korean Cheonggiwa tiles and iron-reinforced concrete. Inside the Gotaek Building is the Chungmujeong House, where Lee Sun-Shin spent his life until he was a young man. The newly added pond, Yeonji Pond, in Hyeonchungsa Shrine is also worth exploring.


Gangwon-do(Chuncheon-si)

Opened on October 30, 2002, the Chuncheon National Museum is a storehouse of the cultural heritage of Gangwon-do Province. It preserves and exhibits the archaeological and artistic treasures of the region, which range in date from the prehistoric era to modern times, and serves as a vital center for academic research and education. In 2003, the museum building was selected as the “Best Architecture of the Year.” The building is a beautiful cultural space with an elegant and modern exterior that is in perfect harmony with the surrounding mountain setting. The museum also features an auditorium with 230 seats, an outdoor performance stage, a seminar room with simultaneous interpretation facilities, rooms for hands-on programs, and a library.


Busan(Suyeong-gu)

Located between Busan's famous Haeundae and Gwanganli beaches, Utopia Hotel is an ideal accommodation for the beach goers. Guests may take advantage of the hotel's proximity to Suyeong Rotary, the traffic hub of Busan, to visit such nearby attractions as Busan Exhibition & Convention Center (BEXCO), Trade Exhibition Center and the yacht racing site, or other tourist sites in the city.


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Busan(Jung-gu) , Nampo-dong(Jagalchi Market)

Dahaejeong is a nice place to rest, drink a cup of tea, and experience traditional Korean culture. Teas in Dahaejeong have various health benefits. Tourist groups are welcomed, but are asked to make reservations before visiting. Tteok (rice cakes) and fruit are also available as a teatime snack.


Chungcheongnam-do(Buyeo-gun)

First established in 1929, the Buyeo National Museum was reopened in August 1993 at the current location. The museum has 4 exhibition halls and an outdoor exhibit with a total of about 1,000 relics on display.The Prehistoric Hall presents representative relics from the Bronze Age and the Iron Age found in Buyeo and the nearby Chungcheongnam-do area. In the History Hall, most of the exhibited relics are the remains of the Sabi Era of Baekje. The Sabi Era (538-660) was when the culture and art of the Baekje Kingdom was at its most prosperous. Buddhist statues that are well-known for ‘the smile of Baekje’ welcome you with happy faces in the Buddhist Art Hall. Numerous stone remains such as Buddha statues and stone pagodas can be found at the outdoor exhibition area.National Treasures such as the Gilt-bronze Incense Burner of Baekje (National Treasure No. 287), and the Stone Basin of Buyeo (Treasure No. 194) are also on display. Visit Buyeo National Museum to see the treasures and riches from the Baekje times and to experience the dynasty’s love of form, detail and restrained opulence.


Chungcheongnam-do(Gongju-si)

Gongju is called the ‘museum having no roof’ as it is full of various historical sites from the Baekje period. Located between the Royal Tomb of King Muryeong and Gongju National Museum, Gongju Hanok Village is comprised of new-style Korean houses combining new elements with the unique ambience of traditional Korean houses with underfloor heating, a pavilion and various hands-on program to learn about the history of Baekje. Coexisting between traditional and modern, the new-style hanok village opened in 2010, and spans over 9,000 pyeong (29,752.07㎡). There are 6 buildings for groups and 10 buildings for individuals, featuring different facilities. Locker rooms and shower rooms are equipped in the accommodations for groups, perfect for workshops or school trips and the buildings for individual visitors are comprised of three room types, including standard and premium. Tourists can enjoy a friendly atmosphere while walking along the street, displaying folk items and walls with hand-writing. The village offers diverse hands-on programs including their most popular programs, ‘tea story of Baekje’ and ‘making Gongju chestnut cookies’. The tea story of Baekje is a tea ceremony for participants to learn through painting in an easy way. The cookie making program is a tea confectionery program to make traditional snacks with healthy ingredients, a suitable educational experience for children and families. ‘Royal costume experience of Baekje’, ‘book weaving’, ‘making relics of Baekje’ and more are also available at the comfortable hanok houses to get to know the history of Baekje.


Incheon(Seo-gu) , Incheon Center

Cheongnaho Lake is a eco-friendly park surrounded by water.


Incheon(Jung-gu)

Though Wangsang Beach is just 5 minutes away from Eurwang-ri, the beach has quite a different ambiance compared to the Eurwang-ri area. While Eurwang-ri is more like a vacation spot for younger crowds, Wangsan as the relaxing charm of a fishing village. The view of the setting sun at Wangsan is one of eight scenic sites of Yongu.


Gwangju(Nam-gu)

The Owen Monument and Memorial Hall is located inside the Christian College of Nursing. The monument was erected in 1914 in memory of missionary Clement Owen who, together with Priest Bae Yoo-ji, was the first missionary to come to Jeollanam-do Province. The monument was built using the 4,200 dollars collected by Owen’s relatives in the USA after Owen died as a martyr in Gwangju.A Western-style building with a total surface area of 434 square meters (including the annex building), the monument is said to have been used as chapel and assembly room. Today, the building serves as the auditorium of the Christian College of Nursing.Clement Owen came to Yangnim-dong, Gwangju in the 1900s and served as a missionary and medical volunteer with his wife, who was a nurse, before dying of exhaustion and overwork in 1909. Owen had hoped to build a memorial hospital in honor of his grandfather, but died before his plan was materialized. The plaque hanging in the hall honors both men in English and Chinese reading, “In Memory of William L. and Clement C. Owen.”


Busan(Dong-gu)

Hotel Arirang Busan is located close to Busan Station and well known sites such as the International Market, making it a convenient choice for guests who wish to go shopping or visit famous tourist locations.