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

Seoul International Marathon is an international competition with 20,000 participants. The course begins at Gwanghwamun Square Sageori (four-way intersection) and runs to Jamsil Olympic Main Stadium, covering a total distance of over 42.195km. The course allows participants to run across the entire area of Seoul. At the same time, Seoul Challenge 10k will also be held so participants can choose the course that fits their ability.


Gangwon-do(Sokcho-si)

Located in Sokcho, Gangwon-do, the Benikea Hotel Mountain & Ocean Daepohang guest rooms are famous for their views facing the deep blue East Sea. In addition, another must-visit attraction in Sokcho, Seoraksan Mountain, is not too far away which makes this hotel a convenient destination to stop and relax before or after mountain climbing.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Andong-si)

Goseongissi Tapdongpa Jongtaek (Gosoeng Lee head family estate, 고성이씨 탑동파 종택) is the head house in the family line of Goseong Lee noble family. The eldest grandson of the family is still living today. Constructed in 1685, this house has all of the beautiful features that are representative of Joseon architecture. After this period, additions to structures were added periodically. The pavilion was constructed in 1775. This site was the original spot of the Silla Kingdom's Beopeungsa Temple. National Treasure No. 16, Sinse-dong Chilcheung Jeontap (seven-story pagoda), is located in front of the house.


Gyeongsangnam-do(Jinju-si)

Jinju National Museum is located within Jinju Castle. After opening in 1984, it reopened in 1998 under the name of “Imjin Waeran Specialty Museum”. The exhibits of the museum are based on Imjin Waeran (Japanese Invasion in 1594), instead of having a purely local flavor. Jinju is the site of the greatest battle of Imjin Waeran, the battle of Jinju Castle, which is why there are many relics about the war at the museum, such as Chokseokru. On the 1st floor you can see literature, paintings and listen to music about the war. You can see the record of POWs and the progress of the war, in the point-of-view of westerners. The exhibited relics were excavated from around the country, and even include relics from Japan, giving you a more complete picture, and the theme based arrangement of the exhibits make it easier to understand the war as a whole. Along the passage you can see many items depicting the major events of the war. There is an exhibit hall called Du-Am Hall with about 179 relics, mainly paintings, pottery, and craftwork, which were donated by Mr. Du-Am. On the 2nd floor you can actively experience the progression of the events in the war. The relics are arranged chronologically, classified by soldier, class, and weapons, etc. The exhibit hall starts with the exhibit on the outbreak of the war, and ends with the book Ichungmugong, which contains the will of General Yi Sun-Sin. You can also see a large-scale model of Geobukseon (Turtle Ship), which was the pride of the Korean Navy at the time.


Gyeongsangnam-do(Tongyeong-si)

The word "Dongpirang" is made of two words. One is "Dong", meaning east and the other is "Birang", meaning hill in a Tongyeong dialect. Tongyeong Agenda 21 which is an association in Tongyeong gathered people throughout the nation in order to paint murals on the walls of Dongpirang-gil Street in October 2007. Thanks to the participants' paintings, this hillside village on the sea became a new place, revitalized by the art.  The view overlooking sea of Gangguan Port is fantastic as well.


Chungcheongbuk-do(Cheongju-si)

Art craft has always existed as an art with the combination of beauty being in the part of our lives. Its dynamic and changeable features depend on various culture, materials, technic, and methods throughout long period of time from over the world. First started in 1999, the Cheongju International Craft Biennale this year is taking place for the ninth time. This year, the biennale has a theme of "HANDS+ : Expansion & Coexistence" as it aims to explore the theme of “coexistence,” where traditional and modern technical developments exist together as equals in a category no longer of the individual but of community. With that, four exhibits, symposiums & lectures, experience program, performance and cultural event will also be taking place in the 2015 Cheongju International Craft Biennale.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Located in Jongno 3-ga, the center of Seoul, Hotel GS provides the best service to tourists aiming clean, comfortable and cozy resting place. The free bar in the lobby offers simple breakfast such as toast and cereal. Hotel GS is located in the halfway between Jongno 3-ga station and Euljiro 3-ga station giving traffic convenience, and it is easy to visit tourist attractions like Gyeongbokgung, Secret Garden of Changdeokgung, and Namsan Tower as well as shopping districts like famous duty-free shops, Namdaemun Market, Myeongdong, Dongdaemun Market, and there are museums and Insa-dong nearby.


Gyeonggi-do(Hanam-si) , Namyangju

Misari Motorboat Racing Park on the Hangang River can be seen near Paldangdaegyo Bridge. The park is becoming a popular place to bring a date, as there are many fine restaurants, and cafes that offer live performances. The park once served as the hosting ground for boat and canoe races during the 1988 Seoul Olympics. The large park boasts a lake with surrounding bike trails and hiking paths. The park’s greenery, various sports and leisure facilities, and great atmosphere make it a great place for activities or relaxation.The park houses the following facilities: soccer field, foot volleyball field, jogging course, walking path, bicycle path, drinking fountain, children's nature education site, snack bar, etc.The park was open to the public free of charge in May 1995, widely used as a venue for reunions or weddings, school excursions, picnic, outdoor activities, sports festivals, club functions, as well as a filming location. Conveniently located near Olympic-daero and Jungbu expressways, the park is very accessible and also has a large parking lot. 


Incheon(Yeonsu-gu)

Located at the center of international business district within Songdo International City, Songdo Central Park was designed to reuse rainwater effectively and reduce heat island effect as much as possible. It is also the first city in Korea to make a lakeside park using seawater. Visitors can enjoy a water taxi ride on the man-made waterway, take a stroll along the promenades or various themed meadows around.


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

After being used as an oil tank for 41 years, the culture tank was reborn by recycling the tanks that was left over. The 5 tanks were transformed into a performance hall, an exhibition hall, and pavillions, while one newly transformed tank became an information center. With a temporary parking lot turned into a culture yard, where visitors can enjoy various activities while exploring the area.