Jeollanam-do(Gokseong-gun)

Located on the foot of Mt. Dongrisan, Taeansa Temple was built by three monks during the reign of the Silla King, Gyeongdeok (742). Afterwards, monk Hyecheol constructed a large temple with 132 rooms during Koryeo Taejo’s reign, which was established as a central seminary of the Mt. Dongrisan area. In the precincts there are four treasures, including Hyecheolguksa Sari Pagoda (national treasure no. 273), Gwangjaseonsa Pagoda (national treasure 274) and Neungpagak (regional tangible asset no. 82) which are worth seeing. However, it was badly damaged during the Korean War and had been refurbished since then. An invigorating valley and a shady nook can be reached just 1.8km from the entrance of the temple. It is a popular trail during the fall, with its bright maple leaves.


Gyeongsangnam-do(Geochang-gun)

Cheoyongam is a very small rocky island sitting in the middle of Gaeunpo Inlet in front of Saejuk Village in Hwangseong-dong, Nam-gu, Ulsan. It is a historic islet related to the famous folktale of Cheoyong. The tale is about a dragon that emerged from the east sea along with his seven sons at the end of the Silla Kingdom (57BC - 935AD). One of the dragon’s sons named Cheoyong came to the capital and married a beautiful woman. One night, he found an evil spirit trying to attack his wife so he sang and danced, whereupon the spirit presented itself and kneeled in apology. Since then, people have used the image of Cheoyong to dispel evil spirits. The dance that Cheoyong is said to have performed has been titled Cheoyongmu and has been designated as an Important Intangible Cultural Property. Cheoyongam is the sacred rock where the dragon in the tale is said to have appeared. There are many attractions nearby including Mokdo Island (Natural Monument No. 65), which offers magnificent lush greenery all year round.


Jeollabuk-do(Gunsan-si)

BENIKEA Ariul Hotel is located on a street corner that overlooks the Saemangeum seawall. The hotel’s guests include overseas buyers and business men due to the hotel being located close to Korea’s largest free economic zone. Tourists visiting the Saemangeum are will also benefit from the hotel’s convenient location. It takes only 15 minutes by car to go to Gunsan Airport, and 20 minutes to Gunsan Country Club from the hotel. The hotel has 43 Western-style rooms and two Korean-style rooms.


Jeollanam-do(Jangheung-gun)

From Gwanghwamun Gate (광화문), the heart of downtown Seoul, straight down to the very the tip of the peninsula lies the warmest place on the Korean mainland, Jangheung County’s Jeongnamjin (정남진). The region has a diverse natural environment including stunning views of mountains, fields, the ocean, lakes, rivers and streams. It also as well as cultural sites such as Cheongwansan Mountain, Bangchon Cultural Village, and Borimsa Temple, one of the three major Borimsa Temples in Asia. The Jeongnamjin district has a wide variety of tourist attractions nearby such as the Samsan Embankment, a provincial park on Cheongwansan Mountain; a literature park; and Sodeungseom Island, the filming place of the movie “Festival”. You can also enjoy the beautiful sunrise or take a seawater bath at Anyang water gate. There are a diverse number of events based on natural resources of the area like the Jeam Azalea Festival, Pen Shell Festival, Pike Eel Festival, Aqua Festival, Gaemegi Fishing Festival, and the Cheongwan Mountain Eulalie Festival. Area size: A total of 618㎢ (farmland 23%, forest 66.5%, others 10.5%) Administrative districts: 295 villages, 7 townships, and 3 towns


Busan(Haeundae-gu) , Haeundae

Grand Josun Busan, where Josun Hotel has accumulated and developed capabilities and experiences with customers for the past 100 years, provides a world-class hotel experience through exploration and innovation of the essence of the hospitality industry. Guests can experience the best comfort and maximum pleasure during their stay in the magnificent 17-meter-high atrium and the dazzling Haeundae Beach, nature, and color of the city. The unique dining of Aria, Palais De Chine, Lounge & Bar, and Josun Deli adds to the pleasure of gourmet food, and the three banquet halls on the 5th floor can be used for various purposes, such as VIP invitation events and weddings. There is also a kids room, where guests can feel a differentiated luxury in a design that considers children, and is designed with the theme of the sea, forest, and sky, stimulating the imagination and curiosity of children.


Daegu(Dong-gu)

Located at the heart of the Esiapolis industrial complex in Daegu City, the Esia Hotel boasts a stylish interior and refined design, and advertises itself as a new concept of hotel dedicated to relaxation and culture. As the hotel is near Esia Lotte Mall, a multiplex theme park, guests can enjoy a wide range of cultural activities including cinema, shopping, and cuisine. The hotel is also conveniently situated just ten minutes’ drive from Daegu International Airport and five minutes from the Palgongsan IC. Furthermore, as the Esia Hotel is situated near the entrance to Palgongsan Mountain in Bongmu-dong, it offers quick and easy access to various surrounding attractions including cultural heritage sites, historic sites, tourist destinations, and relaxation spaces, making it the ideal place in the city center to enjoy traveling and relaxation.


Gyeongsangnam-do(Changnyeong-gun)


Jeju-do(Jeju-si)

Korean restaurant in Yeondong, Jeju-si.


Daegu(Jung-gu)

Hanok 1957 is a traditional hanok house repaired and renovated into a guesthouse. The guesthouse boasts the beauty of traditional hanok built with red pine, red clay and straw walls topped with roof tiles. Hanok 1957 has a U-shaped layout that is comprised of nine sections including a main hall (Anchae) and separate quarters (Haengrangchae). There is a total of five guest rooms. All of the rooms are ondol type rooms with a standard guest number of two to three. However, up to four guests can stay in Daemunchae, three guests in Geonneobang, six guests in Sarangbang and six guests in Anbang. Inside the guest rooms, you can feel the beauty of the traditional architecture from the rafters, beams and cabinets inlaid with mother-of-pearl. Each guest room has a private bathroom inside for greater convenience. Although it is not possible to cook inside the guest rooms, the common kitchen is equipped with kitchen appliances such as a refrigerator, a water purifier, a microwave and cooking utensils. The guesthouse is also very accessible as it is located in the city. Seomun Market Station is a 12-minute walk and Daegu Station is a 16-minute walk from the guesthouse. Since it is a guesthouse, the room rates are also very affordable. Nearby attractions include Gyesan Catholic Cathedral, Dalseong Park, Seomun Market, Daegu World Cup Stadium, and Donghwasa Temple. Other popular places include Kim Kwangseok Street, Gukchaebosang Memorial Park, and Duryu Park.


Gwangju(Buk-gu)

Gwangju Pyeongchon Village, located north of Mudeungsan Mountain, is a cozy farming village made up of four villages Dongrim, Daman, Woosung, and Dangmoe. The village still has an excellence natural preservation, growing environmental-friendly rice in the fields and Punam stream that runs through the middle of the village houses fireflies and otters. Also the village keeps the tradition of making pottery as the village was the place that made grayish-blue-powdered celadon during the Joseon Dynasty. The village street corner offers visitors to Mudeungsan Mountain a place to rest with Mudol-gil shelter and Bandi-lodging.