Chungcheongnam-do(Gongju-si)

Gongju Rest Area on the Daejeon-bound Expressway


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Mungyeong-si)

Divided into four areas (Mungyeong, Gaeun, Maseong and Nongam), the Mungyeong Special Tourist Zone is a charming place to relax and experience a variety of activities in nature. Here visitors can find attractions such as the Mungyeong Hot Springs, Mungyeongsaejae Provincial Park and the KBS Film Set. The Mungyeong area is home to Mungyeongsaejae, a mountain pass connecting Mungyeong City and Goesan County. During the Joseon period, Mungyeong Saejae played an important role as the gateway in and out of Gyeongsang Province. Saejae, meaning “bird pass,” refers to “a pass so high and steep that even birds find the crossing difficult.” The Mungyeongsaejae-gil road inside Mungyeongsaejae Provincial Park is well developed and suitable for hikers of all ages. Here, visitors can appreciate the lush forest and the fall foliage in autumn. There are three gates along the pass: Juheulgwan, Jogokgwan, and Joryeonggwan. Collectively, they are known as Mungyeong Gwanmun (Mungyeong Gateways). Near each gateway, there are areas where hikers can stop and take a rest. There are also hiking trails leading to nearby mountains such as Juheulsan Mountain and Tanhyangsan Mountain. The nearby Mungyeong Hot Spring is perfect for unwinding after a long hike. The SBS Film Set and the Mungyeong Coal Museum are located in the Gaeun area just south of Mungyeong. Daeyasan Mountain and Yongchu Valley are located nearby and the area has plenty of accommodation facilities for tourists and hikers. Mungyeong rail bike, which departs from Gaeun Station and Gurang-ri Station, is also popular. Popular summer destinations such as Ssanyong Valley and STX Resort are located in the Nongam area. Many companies visit this place for corporate training sessions and team building activities. [Mungyeong Special Tourist Zone] Areas Covered: Area around Mungyeong-eup, Gaeun-eup, Maseong-myeon and Nongam-myeon in Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do Area size: 1,854,292㎡ Tourist Attractions: Mungyeong Hot Spring, Film Set, Mungyeong Ceramic Museum, Four Season Sledding Slope, museums, etc.


Busan(Dongnae-gu)

Happy Mom House located in Dongnae-gu, Busan is a homestay in an apartment located within 3 minutes away from Minam Station on Busan Metro Lines 3 & 4 and 15 minutes away from Dongnae Intercity Bus Stop, both on foot. It's also very close to a number of popular tourist destinations including Dongnaeeupseong Fortress and Dongnae Oncheon District. It’s an ordinary apartment with living room and kitchen. There are two guestrooms: one small room for one person, and a larger one for up to three people. Guests get to experience various types of tea and tea sets from different cultures because the owner of the place is a tea lover who serves Korean traditional tea and snacks at the time of check-in and free homemade breakfast. It's a great place to stay for those looking for a quiet place. Pickup service and long-term stay are also available. Just be sure to ask at the time of booking. Since it's located in an apartment complex, children under 12 years and pets are not allowed.


Jeollanam-do(Haenam-gun)

The Pine Beach Golf Hotel located in Haenam County boasts splendid natural scenery and views of the sea as well as nine golf courses. In particular, this golf-oriented hotel, whose golf courses are harmoniously designed by representing the curvy rias coastline of Haenam, offers guests exciting leisure experiences and comfortable relaxation. All of the guest rooms command a beautiful view of the sea. Haenam, at southern tip of Korea, is well-known for its beautiful sunset. The surrounding tourist attractions include the Wosooyoung Tourist Attractions and Duryunsan Mountain


Gyeonggi-do(Paju-si)

'Salimchae is a 'hanok' guesthouse located in Soraji-ro, Paju where Gongneungcheon Stream and Hangang River meet. It's a great place to stay for those planning to visit some of the popular tourists destinations in Paju including Odusan Unification Observatory, Paju Jangneung, Heiry Art Valley, Young Jip Bows & Arrows Museum, Paju Book City, and Simhaksan Mountain, because they are all within 5km away from the guesthouse. It's also a mere 6km away from Geumneung Station on the commuter rail service Gyeongui-Jungang Line, making it an easily accessible place for those using public transportation. Situated in a 264㎡ area, the guesthouse consists of two stand-alone buildings booked as a whole -- 'Gangbit Baram' and 'Byeolseojeong' -- and guestrooms with an attic room in the main building. The guesthouse can accommodate up to 60 people. The guestrooms in the main building offer a great view of Hangang River nearby. There are a seminar room with capacity of 150, a children's playroom, a ping pong table, a foot volleyball court, and a swimming pool for guests’ use.


Gyeonggi-do(Pyeongtaek-si)

You can enjoy wheat noodles, a local food in Busan. The best menu at this restaurant is wheat noodles. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do.


Gangwon-do(Yanggu-gun)

Paroho is a man-made lake that was completed in 1943. The lake was created due to the construction of a hydraulic power plant in Hwacheon during Japanese colonial rule. The name was given after President Syngman Rhee designated a plaque in his own handwriting naming the body of water ‘Paroho Lake.’ The power plant has a generation capacity of 105,000 kilowatts, and the lake is one of the top fishing grounds in Korea as it is abundant in freshwater fish. The area boasts several splendid views and a former President built his country home on the lake. Relics from the Stone Age and New Stone Age were found to be well preserved in the area. Twenty-one dolmens were found on the lake grounds, as well as 4,000 pieces of Prehistoric relics used during Paleolithic age, drawing interest from the academic field. Recently, habitats of mandarin ducks, a national natural monument, were found near the Paroho lakeside.


Gangwon-do(Gangneung-si)

Gangneung Culture & Art Center is a cultural facility located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do Province. The center opened on Jan 30th, 1992 through the local municipal office in order to provide cultural events for local residents and to advance local culture & art. The facility has a grand theater, small theater, exhibition hall, and outdoor show room. Every year, a variety of programs such as theater, music, dance and other cultural performances are held along with diverse exhibitions and educational and training programs.


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Ttangkkeut Sunset Sunrise Festival will take place at Ttangkkuet Village in Songji-myeon, Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do. The festival includes a sunset and sunrise ceremony, and ttangkkeut music concert. The festival is famous for the unique view of the sunrise through a crack between the rocks of Hyeongjebawi next to Galduhang Port.