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Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

The Lotte COEX Duty Free Shop is situated in the same location as a number of Seoul's popular tourist attractions, such as COEX Aquarium and COEX Mall, and it is merely 5 to 10 minutes away from Gangnam hotels, and so offers the utmost convenience for travelers. This duty free shop contains boutique brands such as Salvatore Ferragamo and Coach, luxury jewelry and watches including Rolex and Omega, along with a wide selection of high quality cosmetics, perfumes and colognes.

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Bizeun - Insadong Branch

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Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Bizeun is a cafe that serves as many as 250 different types of Korean traditional rice cake. Conveniently located alongside a myriad of souvenir stores in one of Seoul's most popular tourist attractions, Bizeun - Insadong Branch offers a wide variety of rice cake and rice pastries. The store also serves such traditional drinks as sikhye (rice punch), sujeonggwa (cinnamon punch), and differen types of tea, as well as frozen beverages.

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House of Lee Jang-woo

Gwangju(Nam-gu)

Designated the ‘No. 1 Gwangju Metropolitan City Folk Material’ on March 20, 1989, the House of Lee Jang-woo is an upper-class, tile-roofed house with a gate, storeroom, servants’ quarters, detached building, and main building. Estimated to have been constructed in 1899, the house was originally owned by Jeong Byeong-ho, but has been primarily known as the House of Lee Jang-woo, the house’s current owner, since 1965.The L-shaped main hall of the historic building is rather large and consists of (left to right) a wooden verandah, a small room, a hall, the main room, a kitchen, and another small room. Doors that lead to ondol rooms (those heated by traditional Korean floor heating) are double doors with a sliding door on the inside and a hinged door on the outside. The hall has partitions that can be hung up as necessary. Overall, the house is a sturdy example of Korean architecture and remains well-preserved in its original state.

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The Famous Burger

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

The owner of this fresh burger joint located in the Hongdae area is none other than Loco, one of the hottest rappers of the AOMG crew. The restaurant was indeed “famous” even before its opening, thanks to Loco’s Hallyu star status. Its signature dish is The Famous Burger featuring thick patties and a generous amount of melted cheese. Avocado slices and bacon can be added for an additional charge. Every Friday and Saturday, a DJ booth is set up at the counter for hip-hop and electronic music parties open to all.

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Seoul Grand Park

Gyeonggi-do(Gwacheon-si) , Seoul Grand Park

Covering an area of about 9,157,000 ㎡ (2,770,000 pyeong), Seoul Grand Park consists of themed areas for education, nature, and amusement. The park is known for its various amusement facilities and scenic beauty. Seoul Grand Park’s major attractions include Seoul Grand Park Zoo, Children's Zoo, a rose garden, Seoul Land amusement park, and the Seoul Museum of Modern Art.Seoul Zoo is home to over 2,975 animals belonging to about 348 species from all over the world. The zoo is the 10th largest in the world and a recognized member of the International Species Information System (ISIS) and the World Zoo Organization (IUDZG-WZO).* SizeSite area 9,157,066m² (2,770,000 pyeong)Zoo and botanical garden 2,423,151m² (733,000 peyong)Amusement park 820m² (248,000 pyeong)Lake 274,381m² (83,000 pyeong)Youth training center 76,033m² (23,000 pyeong)Rose garden 178,513m² (54,000 pyeong)Exercise facility 36,364m² (11,000 pyeong)Management office 327,274m² (99,000 pyeong)National Museum of Contemporary Art 66,116m² (20,000 pyeong)Natural green belt 2,323,977m² (703,000 pyeong)[Children’s Grand Park]Children’s Grand Park covers 530,000 square meters and is an ultimate leisure facility for families, offering a zoo, botanical garden, amusement facilities, and diverse performance events. Children can learn about animals at the children’s zoo or through the classes where they can get up close and personal with the animals by feeding them.[Rose Garden]The Rose Garden, which is located near the lake, has about 30,000 roses belonging to over 200 species. The roses are in full bloom in June, attracting many visitors to the park.[Botanical Garden]The Botanical Garden in Seoul Grand Park is located near the foot of Cheonggyesan Mountain. Opened on May 1, 1985, the garden has an area of 2,825㎡ and exhibits tropical and subtropical plants, succulent plants such as cactus, orchids and ferns.[Forest Bathing Park]The Seoul Grand Park Forest Park is located inside the natural forest of Cheonggyesan Mountain, which surrounds the Seoul Grand Park. The park is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, including 470 tree species and 35 bird species. It also has a 6.3㎞-long hiking trail that is divided into four sections, as well as rest areas with different themes like the Forest of Meditation featuring a 450m barefoot walking path. It is an ideal place for a forest bath, which involves exploring through a forest all the while enjoying the positive energy, beautiful sights and soothing atmosphere that the forest has to offer. Visitors will enjoy 11 different themes such as ‘forest with nature,’ ‘forest for meditation,’ and ‘forest for rest.’ Walking through the forest bathing area takes as little as 50 minutes or as long as 2.5 hours.* What is Forest Bathing (Sallimnyok)?Forest bathing is the act of taking a leisurely walk in the woods while breathing in the aromatic scent of trees and nature. Wearing moisture-wicking clothes is recommended to keep you cool and comfortable during the warmer months.

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Grand Ambassador Seoul

5.0/2

Seoul(Jung-gu) , Euljiro・Chungmuro・Namsan

Grand Ambassador Seoul boasts a history of over half a century, having first opened its doors to guests in October 1955. Recent and on-going renovations sustain the cleanness and modernity of the over 400 rooms and renovations of the business center have been carried out to contribute to our guests’ business success with top-notch facilities and the latest technical support. To match our service quality with the newly renovated infrastructure, Grand Ambassador Seoul staff regularly participate in guest service training to ensure world-class customer service. As one of the forerunners of wedding banquet providers in Korea, Grand Ambassador Seoul offers a vibrant array of banquet facilities dedicated to weddings, conferences, meetings, seminar and other special occasions. Diverse in size and disposition, Grand Ambassador Seoul’s banquet rooms embody style, class, bliss, beauty and comfort. Colorful and flawless culinary experiences and delight await you at the many restaurants on site: Buffet Restaurant King’s, Café de Chef, Pub Restaurant Gran*A, Lobby Lounge & Deli, Japanese Restaurant Ta-Ke and Chinese Restaurant Hong Bo Gak. The swimming pool, indoor golf, gym, sauna, aerobics room, and hydrotherapy are all available at our fitness club where life truly thrive, embodying sound mind and sound body. Indulge in the magnificence of life at Grand Ambassador Seoul. Modernity and tradition, style and comfort await you.

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Tomo Residence - Goodstay

Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

Tomo Residence, situated in Myeong-dong, one of the main tourist centers in Seoul, is just two minutes’ walk from Myeong-dong Station and the Airport Limousine Bus Stop, so it attracts national and international tourists who want to get around the city on public transport. It is the ideal base for travelling around and fully enjoying many vivid nearby attractions such as Myeong-dong, a shopper’s and gourmet’s paradise, neighboring department stores, and Dongdaemun and Namdaemun Markets.

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Namiseom Island

Gangwon-do(Chuncheon-si)

Namiseom Island was formed as a result of the construction of the Cheongpyeong Dam. It is a half moon shaped (462,809㎡) isle, and on it is the grave of General Nami, who led a great victory against the rebels in the 13th year of the 7th king of the Joseon Dynasty, King Sejo (reign 1455 ~ 1468).Namiseom Island is 63 km away from Seoul in the direction of Chuncheon, and is famous for its beautiful tree lined roads. The island is 30 minutes away from Chuncheon and an hour away from suburbs of Seoul. Since it is not far from Seoul, many couples and families come to visit.A special feature of Namiseom Island is that there are no telephone poles. This is because all electric wires were built underground to keep the natural feeling of the landscape. The complex is 553,560 square yards with chestnut trees and poplar trees around the isle.In the middle of the isle, there is a grass field about 316,320 square yards. It is composed of education and training facilities, camping sites, swimming pools and water-sports facilities for motorboats and water skiing. There is also a theme park with merry-go-rounds, a shooting range, roller skating rink, and there are lodging facilities such as resort villas and bungalows.

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Jeju Haenyeo Museum

Jeju-do(Jeju-si) , The Eastern Part of the Jeju Island

Haenyeo refers to female divers who dive into the ocean water to gather various shellfish, seaweed, etc, without using any underwater diving equipment. When diving underwater, a haenyeo carries only a pair of goggles, a round ball-like tube to keep her balance, and a basket to put her collections in. Such women involved in the fishing industry are known to be scattered all around Jeju-do, Korea, Japan, and Russia. Jeju-do has established the Jeju Haenyeo Museum to introduce to the world the unique activities and culture of Jejudo’s haenyeo female divers. Exhibition Hall 1 is entitled “Haenyeo Diver’s Life” and has a restoration of a traditional haenyeo’s home, and her meals. Also on display, to show a more realistic view into their daily lives, are the various utensils used by female divers. Exhibition Hall 2 displays a pair of haenyeo divers’ goggles and the fishing spheres they often use underwater. Her traditional working outfit is also on display along with various historical records and haenyeo-related materials. Exhibition Hall 3 has an underwater theme called “The Sea” and displays the fishing industry’s culture. Traditional fishnets and fishing equipment are on display including small ship models and salt farm models. The Jeju Haenyeo Museum exhibits various photos of haenyeo female divers and their activities, to provide an accurate picture of their lives. The Jeju Haenyeo Museum also has an observatory from where visitors can see an excellent view of the Hado-ri area, which has a garden with various sculptures and a resting area. The first floor lobby has a souvenir shop where visitors can purchase a variety of souvenirs related to haenyeo female divers.

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Baekje Cultural Land

Chungcheongnam-do(Buyeo-gun)

Baekje Cultural Land, built over a period of 17 years, is nestled in Gyuam-myeon, Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do, providing a home to Baekje’s Cultural Heritages. The complex was used as a filming site for “Running Man”, in the episode starring Jeong Wooseong and Han Hyoju.The site is spread out over 3,276,000 square meters, filled with the trace of Baekje Culture. Sabigung Palace reproduces the scenery of a royal palace during the Three Kingdoms period, and Neungsa Temple, a royal temple representative of Baekje, has been recreated according to the real size at the historic site in Neungsan-ri, Buyeo-eup. The Five-story Stone Pagoda, prominently seen after passing through Daetongmun Gate and Wiryeseong Fortress during Hanseong Baekje Era, gives a different aspect of Sabigung Palace. To enjoy the entire view of the complex at once, get on the Jehyangnu ferry.

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