Gyeongsangnam-do(Gimhae-si)

Jinyeong area of Gimhae has a perfect climate and natural environment to cultivate sweet persimmons. The annual average temperature is 14℃ and the mountains around the area protect the town from sea breezes and typhoons. With skilled farmers having over 80 years of persimmon cultivation experience, Jinyeong is one of the most famous regions for persimmons in Korea. The Jinyeong Sweet Persimmon Festival is held every October to celebrate a year of good harvest.


Gyeonggi-do(Yeoncheon-gun) , DMZ•Panmunjeom

The Yeolsoe Observation Deck, located in Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do, is positioned so that North Korea can be viewed easily at a glance and will play an important roll in the progress of unification. To increase security education and to appease homesickness, the Yeolsoe Observation Deck was built on April 11, 1998 and is open to the public. After the army conducts a simple check, the barricade is cleared and the path to the observation platform opens. Although verdant green landscape of the North can be seen as soon as you reach the observation platform, photography is banned at this point. Within the Yeolsoe Observatory is an exhibit of North Korean daily products and military equipment that allows viewers to catch a glimpse into North Korean life and around the observatory are churches and other various religious facilities for visitors to pray for a peaceful reunification. Yeolsoe Observatory, located right on the Southern Limit Line, helps us feel the pain of separation and acts as a constant reminder to the current generations of the importance of unity and peace.The guardrail that runs along the barbed wire fence is laden with many ribbons that hold the hopes and desires of the tourists that visit the DMZ. “Peaceful Unity”, “Our wish is unification”, “We must become united” are just a few of the messages written on the countless number of ribbons that seem to relay the sentiments to the people across the DMZ.


Jeju-do(Jeju-si)

Hotel Maple Jeju is located in Nohyeong-dong, Sinjeju, next to Jeju’s commercial center, and links with the ‘coastal tour road of Jeju.’ The hotel is situated on the main street of Jeju, just a stone’s throw from large shopping centers and a cinema, and is just ten minutes’ drive from the airport. Jeju’s major tourist destinations include Hallasan Mountain, Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone, Yongduam Rock, and the Jungmun Tourist Complex with its clean beaches and emerald water. Beautiful Jeju offers tourists a memorable trip and lots of fascinating attractions.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Gyeongju-si)

Yangdong Village as a whole was designated as the 189th Important Folk Relic on December 20, 1984. As a renowned upper class community in the past, the village has twelve Important Folk Relics and seven Cultural Assets of Gyeongsangbuk-do. Located in the village, Hyangdan was built in 1543 and designated as the 412th Treasure on November 14, 1964. It was originally a vast 99-kan* hanok, but it was reduced to a 51-kan, one-story tile-roofed hanok after the site was burned down. There is a 9-kan building facing the front that was once used as the servants' quarters. Beyond it lies the main building which is the same size. (*Kan: a traditional measurement that corresponds to the space between two columns)


Gangwon-do(Pyeongchang-gun)

Sangwonsa Temple is located 8km north of Woljeongsa Temple. Stories are told that Sangwonsa Temple was built by Buddhist monk Ja Jang (590~658) in 643, in the 12th year of Silla Queen Seon-Deok, and others say that it was built by Bocheon and Hyo-myeong, the sons of King Sin-Mun (reign 681~692), the 31st king of the Silla Kingdom. It was rebuilt in 705 during the 4th year of King Seong-Deok's reign (702∼737). However, in 1946 it was burnt down in a fire, but later restored once again in 1947. Only a Bell Pavillon remained during this period until the building was rebuilt after Korea’s Independence Day. The oldest relic left today is Dongjong (National Treasure No.36), Munsu Child Figure, and the Jungchang, the promotion of virtue in rebuilding Sangwonsa Temple, written by the 7th king of the Joseon Dynasty King Sejo (reign 1455∼1468).At the entrance is a site called Gwandaegeori, named after the story about how King Se-Jo would hang his royal garments here when he took baths. Also, there is the Munsu Child Figure where the story of King Sejo and monk Munsu comes from. As National Treasure No. 221, the official name is Sangwonsa Munsu Wooden Seated Child Figure. At Sangwonsa Temple, there are other pieces other than the Munsu Child figure. The 91cm diameter Sangwonsa Dongjong was established in 725, in the 24th year of Silla King Seong-Deok. It is famous for its beautiful bell sound and the delicately carved Juakbicheon figure but nowadays it sits silent in order to preserve the bell.Sangwonsa Temple is located at Jungdaeam on the way to Jeokmyeolbogung in the Mt.Odaesan Birobong Peak direction. At the 2km southwest point is a hermitage where Utongsu Stream, the origin of the Hangang river, flows. Jeokmyeolbogung is a reliquary which possesses the bonesetting relics of Buddha, which was brought by monk Ja Jang from Tang (China).


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Seongju-gun)

Seongju Life Culture Festival will be held every year with the theme of “birth, life, and death.” Various cultural events will be held including reenacting the parade to bury the king’s umbilical cord, a traditional funeral, ancestral ceremonies, and more. Being the most famous city for the oriental melon in Korea, the festival will also showcase oriental melons, and a many dishes that use the fruit. Visitors can also try out gamju (sweet rice wine), the specialty of Seongju City.


Jeollanam-do(Yeosu-si)

Haebeach Motel is located upon a vista that commands a scenic view of the ocean and the surrounding area. The fresh and well-maintained guestrooms are tastefully, but uniquely decorated with each room boasting its own distinct interior. Services are available in English, Japanese, and Chinese and even include optional tours to nearby attractions such as Hyangiram Hermitage, Dolsan Park, Odongdo Island, Ocean Park, Heungguksa Temple, Geobukseon Park, and Jasan Park.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Yeongdeok-gun)

Yeongdeok Sunrise Festival is an annual overnight event that begins on New Year's Eve. This year, the festival is set to take place at Yeongdeok Samsa Marine Park under the theme of "Bell of Hope, Light of Life." Moreover, there will be various New Year's celebrations featuring a music concert sponsored by Taegu Broadcasting Corporation (TBC), sunrise watching, and diverse hands-on experience programs.


Jeollanam-do(Yeongam-gun)

Wolchulsan Spa Tourist Hotel is a five-star hotel set in nature against Wolchulsan Mountain and the vast Yeongam Plains. The hotel's hot spring facilities use the natural elvan water welling up from 600m underground. Guests may venture out into the wilderness by either hiking or soaking up in the hot springs in the Wolchulsan.


Jeollanam-do(Gurye-gun)

The Hwaeomgak Pension, located in Gurye-gun, Jeollanam-do, is a pension at the bottom of the Hwaeomsa Valley of Jirisan Mountain. Buses heading for Nogodan Peak leave from the pension's main entrance. Guests can enjoy breakfast cooked using fresh local vegetables. The rooms have separate bedrooms and living rooms with cooking facilities. The pension is the best place to stay when traveling with friends and family. The city holds a cherry blossom and sansuyu flower festival in the spring. The pension is open all year round.