Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

Following extensive years in researching about kimchi and its scientific benefits, Samkim has succeeded in producing its own unique brand of kimchi that is unique in flavor and quality.Many dishes at the Samkim restaurant combine kimchi and pork belly ('samgyeopsal' in Korean) since kimchi researchers found that the two foods seem to complement each other perfectly (hence, the name was made combining the two words' first syllable). According to researchers’ findings, kimchi raises your metabolism rate slightly as you eat, reducing the amount of fat that the body takes in while eating the pork belly.To apply its kimchi findings, Samkim opened restaurants all across the country, starting with its flagship restaurant in Myeong-dong. Some of the most popular dishes among both foreign and local diners are the kimchi stew, kimchi pancake and rolled kimchi.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

With a name derived from Shanghai's beautiful garden, Yu Yuan displays the glamorous exuberance and abundance of Shanghai in the 1920s. Offered menus are mostly based on Guangdong cuisine along with other Chinese regional specialties such as Bejing Duck.  


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Namdaemun・Seoul-Station

Located in the heart of the Namdaemun Market (the largest wholesale market in Korea and a popular tourist attraction), Samick Fashion Town is home to 1,500 shops, spread among 15 floors (B5F-10F). Opened in 1985, this giant, one-stop shopping destination offers shoppers virtually everything: from clothing (women’s, men’s, and children’s) and shoes to accessories for wholesale merchants and individual shoppers.The Samick Fashion Town is particularly known for its large children's section (called Seoul Won Children’s Clothing) on the first floor and its giant shoe mall on the sixth that is unlike any other shoe store in Namdaemun Market. On the ninth floor is the food court and on the first basement level at MBIC Mall, visitors can find character products related to some of their favorite Hallyu stars. Character items include (but are not limited to) cushions, notebooks, mugs, t-shirts, postcards, stickers, mobile phone screen cleaners, and mechanical pencils featuring the comedians from Muhan Dojeon (Infinity Challenge) and other popular stars. 


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

Located on Taehaeranno Boulevard in the middle of Korea's financial district, Hotel Green Grass offers easy access to the Korea World Trade Center, a wide range of global company offices, as well as Seolleung Park. It has 73 rooms, a casual Italian bistro that serves food and beverages at the open terrace between Spring and Fall, a fitness center, a spa and a club. Visitors may also take advantage of the convenience of public transportation that this five-star hotel provides in order to explore Seoul.


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

Hansoonrye deals with hanbok and bedding items. It specializes in silk-made clothing items that are customized for visitors. Its hanbok boasts both comfort and simple designs rather than colorful designs. Every item uses high quality handmade silk and visitors can choose either naturally dyed or synthetically dyed fabrics.


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

Central City, located in Banpo-dong, Gangnam-gu, is a high-end lifestyle cultural complex that is often thought of as “a city in the city.” Main landmarks at the complex are Shinsegye Department Store, Marriott Hotel, Central Park, and Millennium Hall, which is mainly used as a venue for weddings and other large events. Convenient facilities include banks, hospitals, investment banks, a post office and a large parking lot. The Central City building is not only praised for its advanced architecture, but has also become a main hangout spot for Korean youth. In particular, Marquis Plaza (a high-end luxury shopping mall), Synnara Record music store, Youngpoong Bookstore, and Central 6 (a multiplex theater), and the high-tech arcade are attract the younger generation, especially on the weekends. The entire area of Central City measures 430,000㎡(approximately 130,000 pyeong) and is one of the largest single buildings in the country. Over 200,000 people pass through Central City each day, as it is part of a major subway station (Express Bus Terminal Station) and express bus terminal.


Daegu(Dong-gu)

Dongdaegu Station opened on June 10th, 1969. With the introduction of Korea Trail Express (KTX) in 2004, the station expanded to become what it is today. As the largest train station in Daegu, Dongdaegu Station has the second highest number of passengers in Korea after Seoul Station. It is also one of the busiest stations, as almost all Gyeongbu line (Seoul-Busan) KTX trains as well as Saemaul, Mugunhwa and general trains bound for Gyeongju stop at the station.Dongdaegu Station is expected to become a powerful transportation hub and transit center when its expansion construction finishes in 2012, and then connects to the Express Bus Terminal and Dongdaegu Subway Station in 2013.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Samcheongdong・The Northern Part of the Seoul

Seokparang is a restaurant built from the sarangchae, or meeting room, of Heungseon Daewongun’s byeoljang (villa) who was the father of King Gojong of the Joseon Dynasty. Upon entering the main gate, gardens created with the method used in the late Joseon period and three traditional houses (hanok) can be seen. The royal cuisine served is comprised of strictly selected ingredient and traditional hand-made paste to show the chefs' passion for their dishes. Also, traditional liquors made by craftsmen throughout the nation are available to enjoy.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

           


Seoul(Mapo-gu)

Hanseam Leather Industrial Arts offers handmade leather accessories. At the shop, visitors can participate in seminars and learn to make various accessories. Seminars are free; visitors need to pay only for the materials they use. Both students and adults are welcome to participate in all seminars.