Gangwon-do(Wonju-si)


Gyeonggi-do(Goyang-si) , Ilsan

Goyang Cultural Center opened in 1984 to preserve, discover, develop and promote the tradition and culture of Goyang city. In efforts to preserve and nurture cultural values, Goyang Cultural Center holds traditional culture performances and offers educational training and lectures related to cultural art.


Seoul(Gangnam-gu)

The first Seoul International Book Fair was launched in 1995, the 50th anniversary of Korean Independence Day, in the presence of former President Kim Young Sam and then President of International Publishers Association, Fernano Guedes. It is held annually by Korea Publishers Association in order to promote Korean publications abroad, to strengthen the competitiveness of the publishing industry, to promote reading among the public, and to allow the public to enjoy diverse cultures through literature. This year, the Book Fair features a variety of special exhibitions as well as seminars to cover issues imporatant to publishing industry.


Gyeonggi-do(Bucheon-si) , Bucheon


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Gyeongju-si)

Located in Oedong-eup, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk–do, Chosim Sanbang means ‘a place to have a pleasant chat over tea in nature’. The place is a leisurely space where you can meet nature and history under the spirit of Mt. Tohamsan and Mt. Maseoksan. The building of Chosim Sanbang has much cultural and historical value as it was restored at the current place by moving two traditional Korean houses from Gahoe-dong, Seoul, in 1974. The owner of this place turned it into a small museum by collecting and preserving traditional articles. Numerous items including treadmill, Jige (Korean A-frame), large mortar, cauldron, cauldron lid and saw are displayed inside and outside the museum. The site is about 3300㎡ and the wide yard and garden can be used as a walk and a ground. There are pavilions and tables for visitors to walk comfortably, take a rest and play regardless of gender and age. There are 7 rooms in total and cooking is allowed in 3 rooms. Guests in other rooms can use the communal kitchen conveniently. Breakfast is served for 6,000 won per person with Korean Set Menu with free Ramen, Kimchi, side dishes, bread and eggs. The interior of each room looks like a modern house with a rocking chair, wooden table, folding screen, wardrobe, etc. which can be used as a filming site for a drama featuring the 1970s and the 1980s. You can take the bus bound for downtown Gyeongju at the Subongjeong bus stop near Chosim Sanbang. Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto are located 5 minutes away by car.


Chungcheongnam-do(Seocheon-gun)


Gyeongsangnam-do(Hapcheon-gun)

The ‘Dals Garden’ is a modern facility grafted on a traditional Korean style house. The old but graceful walls with the garden beyond them welcome the guests first. Entering the house, various flower plants and a wide grass garden add to the excitement of travelers. The Toenmaru (a narrow wooden porch running along the outside of the room), pillars and tiles of the neat and well-constructed Korean style house, shine as if they are wiped with oil every day. The peak of Mt. Gayasan beyond the house looks like a picture at a glance. The Moon Garden has 10 rooms in total. Among them, 2 Special Rooms are a little wider than ordinary rooms and equipped with a sink. Though cooking in the room is not allowed, simple food and beverage can be consumed if they are cleaned well afterwards. The room with a single bed is good for a solo traveler or a foreigner who is not accustomed to sleeping in an Ondol room. It takes only 3 minutes to go to Haeinsa Intercity Bus Stop. It is required, however, to pay the admission fee to Haeinsa Temple and the parking fee in addition to the room rates because the house is located on the way to Haeinsa Temple. It is recommended to enjoy walking around the Haeinsa Temple early in the next morning or going up to nearby peaks such as Mt. Maehwasan or Namsan Cheil Peak.


Jeollabuk-do(Muju-gun)

Jeil Mountain Villa is located within Deokyusan national park in Muju-gun, Jeonbuk, and offers a beautiful view of the valley from Deokyusan. Rooms are divided into standard rooms and condo-style rooms with cooking facilities. There is also an outdoor cooking area. The rooms are extensive and comfortable like being at home. Tourist spots adjacent to the villa include Muju Gucheondong and Muju Resort. In addition, there are 10 ponds in the area of the 30km valley from Najae Tongmun to Baekryeonsa in Muju-gun, 33 scenic spots in Muju Gucheondong forming many waterfalls, and 11 spots of Anseong valley from Yongchu waterfall to Chilyeon waterfall.


Busan(Haeundae-gu)

If visitors turn right and go straight for 10 minutes from Songjeong Beach, they will see a sign saying ‘Gudeokpo’. If going into Gudeokpo, one will see a street filled with raw fish restaurants. Kkeunmeori Hoetjip is located at the very end of this street. One can enjoy raw fish with the ocean on the background. Since it has an upscale atmosphere and ceramic crockery, this restaurant is especially popular with the older crowd.