Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Located at the Jongno-bound entrance of the Insa-dong main street in Jongno-gu, Seoul, Insa Gallery specializes in Korean traditional mother-of-pearl lacquer crafts. Popularly known as “Najeonchilgi” in Korean, the term, which refers to mother-of-pearl lacquer crafts, is shared in Korea, Japan, and China through Chinese characters. Various decorative items are embellished with mother-of-pearls and lacquered in various colors and glazes. Insa Gallery sells all kinds of mother-of-pearl lacquer crafts, including jewelry boxes, picture frames, plates, name card cases, hand mirrors, key chains, and other portable accessories. The products on sale range from traditional motifs to modern designs, such as wine stand. The store also carries specialized Korean tourism products that make for great gifts or collector’s items. Located on the first floor of Daeil Building, Insa Gallery is part of the shopping mall “Insa Korea,” which houses a number of stores specializing in traditional products. Thus, when locating Insa Gallery, visitors might find the address alone confusing. First, enter the shopping mall and look straight ahead toward the end of the central hallway, and you will find the store filled with glittering mother-of-pearl lacquer products.


Seoul(Mapo-gu) , Hongik-University-Area

It is a place where you can choose the dishes spicy flavor. The best menu at this restaurant is beef small intestine hot pot/pork small intestine hot pot. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Mapo-gu, Seoul. Administration Mangwon-dong suchanggol(망원동수창골) Telephone +82-2-322-3230 Closed On the day of Thank's giving day and Lunar New year Operating Hours 11:00-23:00 Menu Some menu items may differ slightly in price and are subject to change without notice. Beef Small Intestine Hot Pot/Pork Small Intestine Hot Pot Parking Facility available Restrooms Separated by gender Credit Cards available Reservations available Smoking / Non-Smoking Non-smoking


Gyeonggi-do(Seongnam-si) , Yongin


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Mungyeong-si)

The Mungyeong Coal Museum exhibits the history of coal and explains its important contribution to Korea's rapid industrialization. Systematic exhibition of coal and related information helps visitors understand the vital role that coal has played in shaping modern life. The museum displays coal-related relics in addition to scholarly materials.The museum offers various exhibition halls: the Central Exhibition Hall (1F-2F), Outdoor Exhibition Hall, Mine Exhibition Hall, and Miner’s Private House Exhibition Hall. Though coal, one of Korea’s few natural resources, used to be the driving force of the Korean industry and economy, it has become less visible due to the emergence of oil and natural gas. The museum helps visitors appreciate this forgotten resource as well as the lives of miners in Mungyeong, once one of the most productive coalfields in Korea. 


Chungcheongnam-do(Boryeong-si)

At 790 meters, Oseosan Mountain in Boryeong is one of the highest peaks on Korea’s west coast. Near the meeting point of three localities—Boryeong, Hongseong, and Cheongyang—the mountain is known for its natural beauty boasting a lush forest and pristine waters.From the top of Oseosan, visitors can see waves of silver grass and fantastic sunsets over the West Coast. The mountain is also surrounded by other equally amazing peaks: Seongjusan Mountain to the south, Gayasan Mountain to the north, and Chilgapsan and Gyeryongsan Mountains to the east. Because of its proximity to the sea, Oseosan is one of few spots in Korea where visitors can enjoy both land and water attractions.Oseosan Mountain attracts a variety of mountain hikers & climbers. Some enjoy the jagged cliffs and rock formations, others the winding paths along its ridges, and others the gradual incline leading to the peak. There are also several ancient temples and historic sites nearby such as Naewonsa and Jeongamsa Temples and Boksingul (cave formations near Ulgeum Bawi where General Boksin and his men staged the restoration of the Baekje Dynasty). 


Chungcheongbuk-do(Chungju-si)

The water at Angseong Carbonate Hot Springs comes from 700 meters underground. This water contains about 2.800㎎/L of carbonic acid and is beneficial in many ways. It is known to be effective in preventing high and low blood pressures, diabetes, arthritis, neuralgia, depression, lifestlye diseases, obesity caused by lack of exercise, stiff shoulder, back pain, colds, constipation, and hemorrhoids. Carbonic acid hot springs are also good for stress relief, increasing metabolism, stimulating blood circulation, and for the treatment of hypersensitive skin, cosmetics allergies, freckles, age spots, athelete’s foot and eczema. The water temperature at the hot spring stays between 25-38 degrees Celcius. A separate pool is available for people who prefer a warmer temperature than that. Known for promoting physical and psycological health, a carbonic acid hot spring bath also softens the skin and helps fatigue recovery. For added benefits, Angseong Carbonate Hot Springs also uses oak wood for heating its jjimjilbang (Korean sauna) and the water.


Incheon(Jung-gu) , Incheon Center

  A special Incheon trip to enjoy on National Day


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Mungyeong-si)

Ziplining is a popular outdoor sport worldwide, gaining increasing popularity in countries like the United States and Australia. After spending years studying facilities around the world, Zipline Korea built Asia’s first zip-line facility in Buljeong Recreational Forest in Mungyeong. Open year-round, this 9-course facility (with course ranging from "beginners" to "advanced") gives families and other visitors a chance to relieve stress in an unusual and active way. 


Gyeongsangnam-do(Changwon-si)

The Junam Ecological Center consists of an exhibition gallery, main hall, and local produce store. When you arrive, you will be guided into the Main Hall galleries where you will view framed samples and stuffed animals to learn about the birds, plants, and insects that are living in Junam. In the theater, you will watch a video showing the intricate relationships between humans and the birds of Junam. Meanwhile, monitors hanging on the outer walls of the galleries show the birds’ flying technique and their ecology. After exploring the center, take a free bicycle ride to the wetlands to see the reservoir and migratory birds.  


Jeollanam-do(Jangheung-gun)

Located in Jangheung of Jeollanam-do, Cheongwansan Recreational Forest (천관산 자연휴양림) is located at the entrance of one of the five great mountains of the Jeollado region. Many people who love to climb the Cheongwansan go by the recreational forest. Cheongwansan is a rocky mountain with steep peaks. In the spring, red camellia flowers bloom, while in the fall pampas grass blankets the entire area, creating a spectacular scene. If you hike up this mountain you will able to see the Dadohae on the south coast. To the south there’s the Wolchulsan Mountain in Yeongam, the Jeamsan Mountain of Jangheung and Mudeungsan Mountain of Gwangju. On a clear day Hallasan Mountain of Jeju Island can be seen from across the ocean. The recreational forest is well-maintained and has many paths for a leisurely walk.