Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

The Templestay Information Center is located across the street from Jogyesa Temple, and can easily be accessed from Anguk Station (Seoul Subway Line3) or from Insa-dong Cultural Street. The center is a five-story cultural complex that houses the main Templestay offices, an information center, education center, a traditional temple restaurant called “Balwoo Gongyang”, the Lotus Cafe, and a Buddhist bookstore on the basement floor. The Templestay Information Center on the first floor handles all general information concerning Templestay programs. Here one can pick up pamphlets and other brochures about the programs, as well as get answers to questions. The Education Center on the third floor has facilities for both seated programs and open rooms for other activities. The fifth floor houses a restaurant called “Balwoo Gongyang”, specializing in traditional temple food, where one can taste the carefully prepared dishes, handmade by Buddhist practitioners.


Daegu(Jung-gu)

Jjimgalbi, steamed beef ribs, is a popular Korean dish. What sets Bongsan Jjimgalbi (봉산찜갈비) apart is that the restaurant serves the ribs in nickel-silver bowls that have higher thermal conductivity, which helps to bring out the best flavor and texture in meat. Furthermore, the popularity of Bongsan Jjimgalbi has given rise to other jjimgalbi restaurants on the same street that is now known as Dongin-dong Jjimgalbi Street. Today, jjimgalbi remains a representative local specialty of Daegu, and one of the most popular Korean dishes among international visitors.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

LG Electronics is a top-notch electronics brand around the world. This shop is the only store directly run by the company in Yongsan where every electornics known can be found. It boasts virtually every item produced by LG Electronics. Located nicely in I'Park Mall, it is a wildly popular spot among international visitors.


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)

Samgyetang Maeul is a restaurant that has passed down the secrets of its delicious Samgyetang (chicken ginseng soup) for three generations. Praised for its rich and delicious broth, the restaurant is also known for the unique way it cooks its rice. Instead of cooking the rice in the chicken (the typical method of preparing samgyetang), the rice is boiled in the broth, resulting in a soft, almost porridge-like rice that complements the tender chicken.  


Seoul(Jongno-gu)


Jeollabuk-do(Muju-gun)

Deogyusan Resort (former Muju Resort) is one of Korea’s most famous mountain peak ski resorts. Covering an area of over seven million square meters, the resort is located in the Gucheon-dong Valley, at the base of the famous Deogyusan Mountains. Nature lovers will particularly enjoy visiting the resort, since it is located in one of Korea’s beautiful national parks, and was specially designed to harmonize with its natural surroundings.The six ski slopes are categorized according to level of difficulty. The Silk Road Slope is Korea’s longest course. It begins at the Peak of Deogyusan Seolcheon Mountain and follows the snow-covered landscape all the way to the base. The Raiders Course has the steepest slopes in the entire nation.As well as the truly great skiing on offer, the Deogyusan Resort also provides a wide selection of food and entertainment.


Seoul(Gangbuk-gu)

The Mia branch of the Lotte Department Store (one of the top department store chains in Korea) opened its doors in June 2006 and has since become a representative cultural space of the Gangbuk area. Complete with a community center, a massage parlor (Relax Shop), a family lounge, a café style rest area, and various other convenient facilities, the Lotte Department store is more than just a shopping complex. Among its large selection of goods ranging from electronics to furniture, the food, clothing, and cosmetics sections are especially popular among shoppers.


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

Jardin de Chouette initially gained recognition for its jackets and has become a popular shopping destination among fashionistas looking for high-qualiy clothing with unique designs. It is patronized by Korean celebrities such as Kim Tae-hee, Lee Hyori, Han Ga-in, and Song Hye-kyo. Famous for its owl symbol, Jardin de Chouette has an extensive showroom.


Incheon(Jung-gu)

Jajangmyeong Museum opened in Incheon during the open port period to promote the historical and cultural values of Korean-style jajangmyeon (noodles in black bean sauce) that has now become one of the “Top 100 Cultural Symbols of Korea.” * Opened: April 28, 2012 * Cultural heritage: Gonghwachun, Seollin-dong, Incheon – Registered Cultural Heritage No. 246 (designated on April 14, 2006)