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Gimhae Buncheong Ceramics Festival
Gyeongsangnam-do(Gimhae-si)

'Buncheongsagi (a grayish-blue-powdered celadon)' is a type of ceramic ware used during the 15th and 16th centuries, during the transition period from Cheongja (green celadon porcelain) to Baekja (white porcelain). This Korean-style ceramic ware has received high acclaim for the simplicity of its beauty. This festival takes place in October every year in Gimhae, Korea’s most famous ceramic village. This festival sells this special ceramic ware, such as tea cups, made in the traditional methods with discounts of up to 30 to 40%. Visitors can also watch the ceramicists making ‘Buncheongsagi’. Furthermore, there are other programs that allow you to make your own ceramics or even write and draw your own artistic imprints on ceramics.

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Goesan Red Pepper Festival
Chungcheongbuk-do(Goesan-gun)

The Goesan Red Pepper Festival is held during harvest season to promote the excellence of peppers grown in Goesan, a major production area of Korea. The festival has numerous programs, including pepper-picking and fish-catching contest (using the bare hands), pepper recipe competition, pepper cooking contest, and garden pepper planting. Brightly colored and full of flavor, Korean peppers are a particularly popular agricultural product. This is a fun festival where visitors can taste or buy Korean peppers, and talk with farmers. Main Event Prayer ritual for a rich year and residents' peace in the county, opening performance, KBS National singing Contest, recreations, etc. Exhibition Exhibition of worldwide pepper, exhibition of food made with pepper, etc. Hands-on program Catching weatherfishes with their bare hands, pepper fishing, pepper kite-flying, culture experience of multi-cultural family, experience center for well-being health, etc.

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The Korean War Exhibition Hall
Gangwon-do(Goseong-gun)

The Korean War Experience Hall, located next to Unification Observatory, offers a view at the lessons learned through the tragedy of civil war and offers up the hopes for a peaceful reunification and harmony in the homeland. Visitors can get a deeper understanding of the Korean War and the hardships it led to through the videos, materials, and relics on display in this hall.

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Yongin Hobak Dungbul Village
Gyeonggi-do(Yongin-si) , Yongin

Yongin Hobak Dungbul (Pumpkin & Lamp) Village is located in Angol Village, Neungwon3-ri, Mohyeon-myeon, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do. This traditional themed farming village is not only home to a variety of beautiful country cottages, but also offers a host of experience programs that fall under the themes of pumpkin, lamp, and fire (charcoal kiln).Those interested in farming can harvest 40 different kinds of pumpkins and other local produce such as balloon flower roots, potatoes, yams, Chinese cabbages, radishes, and Japanese apricots. More interested in the food after it’s brought in from the field? Try your hand at making diverse pumpkin diverse (pumpkin soup, pumpkin cake, etc.). One of the most popular farm programs is the pumpkin chocolate-making, a fun experience for visitors of all ages.Nearby attractions and heritage sites include the grave of Poeun Jeong Mong Ju, the last loyal subject of the Goryeo Period, the Korean Deung-Jan Museum, Everland, and the Korean Folk Village.

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Grand Motel - Goodstay
Gyeonggi-do(Suwon-si)

Grand hotel is located in the central city of Suwon Gyeonggi-do. Located next to the City Hall and it is convenient place for business travelers. It is convenient to use the well-known tourist destination, so is nearby Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, a world cultural heritage. Try to eat the famous Suwon Galbi it is also great fun. In addition, there are huge shopping center nearby such as department stores and large Mart variety.

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Sinseong-ri Reed Field
Chungcheongnam-do(Seocheon-gun)

As one of Korea’s top four fields of reeds, Sinseong-ri Reed Field (nearly 60,000 pyeong) has also been popularized as a filming location of the mega-hit Korean movie, “JSA.” To protect the natural environment, only 2-3% of the entire area of field of reed has been developed into a park. About 100,000 migratory birds (40 species) pass through every winter (especially in December and January). In fall, the golden fields of reeds create a romantic atmosphere along the banks of the glittering Geumgang River. Nearby tourist attractions include a riverbank resort, Wolmyeong Park (in Gunsan), Chunjangdae Beach (in Seocheon-gun) and Hansan Ramie Fabric Museum. ※ Tour period: July to February

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Dadohaehaesang National Park
Jeollanam-do(Wando-gun)

From the seashore of Yeosu to Hongdo Island, Heuksando Island, Geomundo Island and Baekdo Island out west, Dadohaehaesang National Park covers about 1,700 small and large islands and various rocks. In the park, the blue sky and the ocean blend well with white sandy beaches, adding to the picturesque atmosphere.During the Silla period, the King of the Sea, Jang Bogo established the maritime world and during the Goryeo Dynasty, the area was a trading path with the Yuan and Song Dynasties. Also, it was the battlefield where Admiral Yi Sun-shin defeated the invading Japanese navy. Likewise, historical sites remains in many places.Among those islands, Hongdo Island and Heuksando Island are famous for tourists. In particular, one of Korea’s greatest fishery grounds is located in Heuksando Island.

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Gimpo Jangneung [UNESCO World Heritage]
Gyeonggi-do(Gimpo-si)

Jangneung (장릉) is located in Gimpo, Gyeonggi-do province. This is the tomb of the posthumously designated king, King Wonjong (1580-1619), who was the father of King Injo, and of his wife, Queen Inheon (1578-1626).King Wonjong was the 5th son of King Seonjo. He had deep respect for his parents and a strong affection for his siblings. King Wonjong’s third son was exiled to Ganghwado Island under a false accusation and ended up committing suicide. King Wonjong was shocked at the tragic death of his son and died in 1619.The surroundings of the tomb have been well preserved and landscaped, so visitors can enjoy relaxing and walking in this area. Geunjeongsa Temple is located nearby. 

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Meoktae Sanghoe
Gwangju(Gwangsan-gu)

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Paju Jangdan Soybean Festival
Gyeonggi-do(Paju-si) , Paju(Heyri Art valley)

The theme of this festival is ‘soybeans’, a health food that has long been popular in Korea. In particular, the ‘Jangdan Soybeans’ produced in the Paju province have always been highly regarded for their taste and outstanding nutritional value and were even served to the king. Furthermore, in the early 20th Century, the 'Jangdan Soybeans’ were designated as the most superior soybeans in Korea and were distributed throughout the country.During the festival visitors can taste the soybeans and learn how to make dishes made from soybeans including tteok (rice cakes), tofu, and preserved soybeans.

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