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Dodong Lighthouse
Gyeongsangbuk-do(Ulleung-gun)

Located in the north of Dodonghang Port, Dodong Lighthouse is also called Haengnam Lighthouse. From here, you can get a great view of Jeodonghang Port and its surrounding sea. The coastline walk path, starting from the left of Dodonghang Port, leads to the lighthouse. Another way is through the Haengnam mountain path behind Ulleung-gun Office. The 1.4-kilometer walk path from Dodonghang Port to Dodong Lighthouse is fascinating and the round trip takes roughly an hour and a half. On clear days, you can see Dokdo to the east from atop the lighthouse. To the north, you can see the beautiful landscape of Jeodonghang, Chotdae Candlestick rock, and Seonginbong Peak (the symbol of Ulleungdo). The lighthouse has long served as a beacon for Ulleung sailors. In 2006, it was newly renovated to include a small park and exhibition gallery. Nearby, there is Dodong Yaksu Spring. The sparkling water is said to help digestion and treat skin problems.  

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Daejeonghyanggyo Confucian School
Jeju-do(Seogwipo-si) , Seogwipo

Daejeonghyanggyo is a Confucian school during Joseon Dynasty. Although the exact date of construction is uncertain, it is estimated that the building was built at around the same time as Daejeonghyeon in 1416. The school was originally located inside Bukseong. It moved outside Dongmun and then moved again to the site of Seoseong. It was moved to Dansan Oreum where it remains to this day. At present, Daejeonghyanggyo Confucian School consists of Daeseongjeon, Myeongryundang, Dongjae, Seojae Shinsammun, Daeseongmun, Dongmalmun and Dongjeongmun. Daeseongjeon was remodeled in 1669, 1688, and 1752. Myeongryundang was rebuilt in 1772. After several instances of remodeling and rebuilding, Daeseongjeon was remodeled again in 1993. The Confucian school was designated as Jeju Tangible Cultural Asset No. 4 in August 1971.

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Danyang Jeokseong Fortress
Chungcheongbuk-do(Danyang-gun)

Danyang Jeokseong Fortress is a fortress made of stone from Seongjaesan Mountain in Danyang. About 900 square meters of the surrounding area was mostly destroyed, but in the northeast section, the inner wall of the part that was heaped across the wall still remains. The castle was built surrounding the mountain's southern slope and around the summit. It was designated as Historical Site No. 265 in August 1979. Also, the circumference of the fortress is 923 meters, but most of the fortress walls have collapsed. A 3-meter section of wall remains at the end of the northeast part. Three gates were found in the southwest, east, and southeast areas. Inside of the fortress is the Jeokseongbi stone stele. Jeokseong Fortress is also called Jeoksanseong, as the place was an outpost for the Silla army's invasion of the north, where they stole Goguryeo army’s compound. * Historical symbol of Jeokseongsanseong Fortress Jeokseongbi Stone Stele was found in 1978 inside of the fortress. This artifact relates the power struggle between the Silla and Goguryeo. Besides the stone stele, the fortress also houses relics from the Three Kingdoms Period, such as earthenware and tiles from the Goryeo period. Also, the method employed to construct the structure resulted in its sturdiness, and thus the fortress has important value for studying fortification.

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The Kensington Flora Hotel
Gangwon-do(Pyeongchang-gun)

The Kensington Flora Hotel is an H.E.R.B (Health, Entertainment, Relaxation, Beauty) hotel located on Mt. Odae. The hotel, the first of its kind in all of Korea, was established with the goal of providing women with a classy leisure resort that combines relaxation with quality beauty care. Befitting of its feminine image, the hotel is decorated mainly in the theme of herbs and flowers.In addition to excellent customer service geared towards its female clientele, the hotel offers a variety of facilities such as a state-of the-art seminar hall (with all the latest lighting, audio, and video capabilities) and a luxurious sauna.The sauna is supplied with water from underground mountain bedrock that is known for its effects in revitalizing the body and relieving stress and fatigue. Professional trainers at the sauna’s health center test each client’s BMI, blood pressure, and heart rate and compose a tailored program, ensuring a health experience perfect for each individual.

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Jumunjin Port
Gangwon-do(Gangneung-si)

Jumunjin Port, one of the main fishing ports on the east coast, is home to over 350 fishing boats. The East Sea, where the warm and cold waters meet, is excellent for catching a lot of different types of fish including squid, lance fish, pollack, herring and anchovy. Fish caught in the area is often served fresh or cooked at nearby seafood restaurants.

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Anseong Machum Museum
Gyeonggi-do(Anseong-si)

Anseong Machum Museum is a theme museum showcasing the rich cultural assets of Anseong, which have evolved around a type of brassware called Yugi. Located at the entrance of Chung-ang University’s Anseong Campus, the museum has a brassware exhibition hall, theater, planned exhibition hall, agricultural history exhibition hall, local relics exhibition hall, seminar room, and research room. The brassware exhibition hall displays information on the history, production, and use of brassware. The agricultural history exhibition hall exhibits the history of agriculture and special products of Anseong, providing the chance to see how the agriculture of Anseong has evolved over time. The local relics exhibition hall displays the culture and history of Anseong. On display are photos of Anseong, demonstrations of a historical street market, Anseong Namsadang troupe items, and Buddhist cultural assets.

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Iris Hotel - Goodstay
Gyeonggi-do(Gapyeong-gun) , Namyangju

Located in Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do, Iris Hotel is a seven-story hotel on the banks of the Bukhangang River. The lobby is clean and luxurious and Namiseom Island can be seen nearby. The morning fog on Bukhangang River creates a picturesque scene. Free karaoke and a coffee shop are in operation for guests. Located a stone's throw from Namiseom Island dock, it is easy to catch a ferry to Namiseom Island, and tourist attractions like Petit France, the Garden of Morning Calm, Jarasum Ihwawon, and Yongchu Valley are all available within 30 minutes of the hotel. As for food, you can enjoy restaurants serving dakgalbi, makguksu, gapyeong chukhyeop, and Icheon rice.

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Dia Motel - Goodstay
Jeollanam-do(Yeosu-si)

Dia Motel is located within close proximity of Yeosu Port Passenger Ferry Terminal, as well as most of the local tourist attractions including Dolsan Bridge, Hamel Lighthouse, Jasan Park, and Odongdo Island.

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Seowon Valley Green Concert
Gyeonggi-do(Paju-si)

Seowon Valley Green Concert is a social awareness event that aims to create a company culture that restores society through the business profits. They also hope to improve the lives of people lacking in the area through the sponsorship of members and events, as well as using the popularization of golf to create a cultural space that can be used by both general citizens as well as golf club members.

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Onyangoncheon Station
Chungcheongnam-do(Asan-si)

Onyangoncheon Station opened on June 1, 1922 as a regular railway station. The station building was relocated on June 23, 1983. On January 1, 2005, it was converted into a metro station. On September 2, 2008, the double tracked railway extension from Cheonan Station to Sinchang Station started operation.The Seoul Metropolitan Subway extended Line 1 to service the Cheonan-Sinchang extension on December 15, 2008. Onyangoncheon Station started to serve the Nuriro Trains on June 1, 2009.

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