Gyeongsangbuk-do(Andong-si)

This is the old house of Lee Man-hyeon, also known by his pen name Chiam. He served as a town chief and a high-ranking court official during the reign of King Gojong of the Joseon Dynasty. He is also the 11th generation descendant of the great scholar Lee Hwang, also known as Toegye.  The hanok was designated as the 11th Folk Relic of Gyeongsangbuk-do. It was originally located in Dosan-myeon Wonchon-ri, but moved to the current location as the original site was flooded due to the construction of the Andong Dam in 1976. The house is composed of a square-shaped, tile-roofed main building that measures 22 kans*, a 5-kan lofty front gate, and outer quarters. The main building consists of the anchae (women's quarters) and the elevated sarangchae (men's quarters). The roof of the sarangchae has a peculiar shape, as it is sloped and has gabled roofs on each side. *kan: a traditional measurement that corresponds to the space between two columns  The cultural properties of Gyeongsangbuk-do No.11 Administration  Boksu, Jang Telephone  +82-54-858-4411, +82-10-8859-0996, +82-10-3530-4413 Maximum Occupancy  22 people Map  map Guestroom Information  Keunbang (Master bedroom): sangdeokjae, gyemyeongjae, sangbang, jungbang Jageunbang (Small  bedroom): hakgujae, ilgeonjae, seokcheonjae, hodojae Sarangbang (Guest room):seongmyeongjae, gyeongeopjae Number of Guestrooms  10 rooms (2-person rooms: 3 / 3-person rooms: 1 / 4-person rooms: 4 / 5-person rooms: 2) Room Amenities (Colored backgrounds designate availability)  TV    Fridge    A/C    Laundry Service    Dryer    Jacuzzi / hot tub    Internet    Cable    Personal Safe    Kitchen Facilities Guestroom Kitchen  Only available in the large room Check-In Time  14:00 Check-Out Time  11:00 Room Rates  ₩ 50,000~  * The room rate is the lowest price for this accommodation. Rates may vary according to season, room type and whether or not guests are entitled to discount rates. Please make sure to check the exact rate in advance before making your reservations. The room rate listed above is subject to change. Service Charges  Included Meals  Available (* when ordered) Subsidiary Facilities  Public Restrooms Parking Facility  10 parking spaces Reservations  +82-54-858-4411, +82-10-8859-0996, +82-10-3530-4413 Credit Cards  Accepted Pickup Services  Not available Assistance for Foreigners (Available Languages)  English, Japanese, Chinese Pets  Not permitted Nearby Tourism Attractions  Andong Hahoe Folk Village, Bongjeongsa Temple, The Traditional Culture Contents Museum


Gangwon-do(Jeongseon-gun)

The rail bike in Jeongseon Auraji is a new type of leisure sport that combines biking along a railway and scenic views. Rail bikes are commonly found in the mountainous regions of Europe. The sport makes use of an abandoned railway track that runs from Jeongseon Auraji to Gujeol-ri. The total track is 7.2 kilometers long and is a continuous descent that is easy to ride along clean valley waters and crimson red foliage.There are 2-person (110 kilograms) and 4-person rail bikes (138 kilograms). Despite its large size, a rail bike runs quite smoothly so it is sufficient for one person to pedal a 4-person rail bike at speeds of 10 to 30 kilometers per hour.At the boarding area in Gujeol-ri Station, there is a café named ‘A Grasshopper’s Dream.’ Housed in a train, the café is the shape of a grasshopper. The rail bike starts in Gujeol-ri station and ends in Auraji Station. Ride at a slow speed of 15kph to enjoy the surrounding scenery. On the way back, you will return to Gujeol-ri on a free train for a comfortable ride with a view. Inquiries) +82-33-563-6050 (Korean) / +82-33-1330 (English, Japanese, Chinese)  


Chungcheongbuk-do(Chungju-si)

Suanbo Daerim Hotel is located within the Suanbo Spa Complex and is said to supply the best quality hot spring water in Korea. The zone is a tourist zone that has various cultural attractions as well as natural treasures including mountains, lakes and caves. Tourist favorites include Woraksan National Park, Mungyeongsaejae Pass, Chungjuho Lake, Eight Scenic Views of Danyang and Gosu Cave. The hotel is approximately 2 hours from Seoul and is the closest hotel to the hot spring water supply tank in Suanbo. The hot spring sauna has a jjimjilbang (hot compress room) of yellow sand and an outdoor cooking area.


Gyeonggi-do(Bucheon-si) , Bucheon

Puchon International Fantastic Film Festival (PiFan) is a film festival that highlights films in the fantasy genre. The festival presents audiences films abound in imagination and individuality.


Gwangju(Gwangsan-gu)


Chungcheongnam-do(Taean-gun)

Located in Taean, Chungnam, Sky-Sea Resort is a marine pension resort built near to clean beach of the West Sea. Here, Sindu-ri is a good place for a family with children to visit in summer as the beach is gentle. The water is as clean as coral in the spring and fall, and especially in winter, you can see rough wave due to fierce northwind from China. Resort buildings are divided into total 4 complexes, and each building has various kinds of room that can accep from two persons to maximum 35 persons. There is BBQ facility in the yard between the resort building and the sea, and so you can have exotic BBQ party with the sound of the sea and wave. It is an appropriate place for corporate workshop and other gatherings as it has seminar room and sports facilities such as foot volleyball court and basketball court.


Jeollanam-do(Damyang-gun)

The Damyang Resort Spa is well equipped for large groups of people since it possesses 1,260 lockers in its men’s/women’s hot springs spa. Here there are a variety of event spas, an open-air spa so people can enjoy the outdoors, a jjimjilbang, a skincare beauty center, and a massage center. The nutrients found in Damyang Spa’s hot spring waters are said to cleanse the blood, effectively relieves stress, treat arthritis, and are great for your skin.  


Chungcheongbuk-do(Eumseong-gun)


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Goryeong-gun)

The town of Goryeong is four hours outside of Seoul, and features many relic sites of Daegaya around the whole district of Goryeong-gun. Around the first century, Daegaya was formed in the Nakdonggang River’s downstream area in the lower Korean peninsula, flourished independently for 520 years (AD 42~562), and declined after the 6th century. After its decline, part of it was annexed by Silla (57 BC ~ AD 935), and the rest annexed by Baekjae (18 BC~AD 60), and became a forgotten tribal kingdom.On King Jinheung’s (reign 540~576) 23rd year of reign it became the district of Daegaya, and the name was changed to the district of Goryeong on King Gyeongdeok’s (reign 742~765) 16th year of reign.This is the place where you can view the country’s first Sunjangmyo (tomb where many dead people were buried together), called Jisandong Gobungun, Daegaya Royal Tomb Exhibit Hall, and Treasure No. 605, the pre-eminent relics site of the Prehistoric Period called Yangjeondong Amgakhwa, and other various cultural assets.There is a large, ancient tomb with a diameter of 20m, built on the ridgeline of the mountain, and as you go down the mountain, there are 159 other tombs of smaller scale. The largest tomb in the south side is called the Geumrim Royal Tomb, and the other large tombs near it are presumed to be tombs of royalty or aristocrats.At the Daegaya Royal Tomb Exhibit Hall, site of the restored No. 44 tomb, you can see the ancient custom of burying the living with the dead (Royalty buried with their retainers). The dome-style exhibit hall displays Sunjangseokgwak, ironware, pottery and other various excavated relics.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Euljiro・Chungmuro・Namsan

Best Western Premier Hotel, based in Arizona (USA), is the world’s largest hotel chain. The corporation has 4,200 accommodation facilities in 84 countries (Europe, Americas, Asia, Africa, Middle East, and Oceania) and is known for its excellent services and reasonable prices. By charging relatively low loyalties and guaranteeing completely independent management, the hotel chain has set itself apart in the hospitality industry. The hotel chain itself is a non-profit corporation that is a union of independent hotels seeking quality management. The Best Western Premier Kukdo (opened on March 1, 2007) was the first Best Western in Korea. Since then, the Best Western chain has expanded to include 15 different facilities (a total of 1,900 guestrooms) located all around the country. Best Western Premier Kukdo offers subsidiary facilities such as a fusion restaurant, sky lounge, fitness center, and business center. Each of the 296 guestrooms has a bidet and high speed internet. Double rooms have a shower booth, while twin rooms have a bathtub. From the sky lounge (21F) guests can get a great view of Bukhansan Mountain, Cheongwadae, Dongdaemun shopping center, and Myeongdong, not to mention a bird’s-eye view of Seoul nightscape. The hotel also offers VIP rooms that can accommodate up to 20 people and a number of other conveniences that makes this an ideal choice for those traveling for business. Myeongdong and Dongdaemun are only a 10-20 minutes away on foot.