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Jeongneung Royal Tomb [UNESCO World Heritage]
Seoul(Seongbuk-gu) , Daehangno・Seongbukdong

"Neglected for Royal Ascendance"Jeongneung Royal Tomb (정릉) is the tomb of Queen Consort Sindeok, the second wife of King Taejo (1392-1398), founder of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). However, this tomb was not well-maintained compared to other royal tombs because of a power struggle. The queen consort had many children, which naturally induced a battle for the throne. Usually the son of the first wife is the successor of the throne, but Queen Consort Sindeok was determined to have one of her sons ascend the throne instead. However, the successor, King Taejong, killed all her sons and developed an extreme abhorrence towards the queen consort. When she died, King Taejong issued an order to not maintain and preserve her tomb. Therefore, the tomb is rather unkempt and the layout and composition is different from other royal tombs.Upon entering the red gate, the sacrificial building can be seen in front of the tomb along with a pavilion and tombstone. Stone sculptures of sheep and tigers watch over the tomb. A major difference between this tomb and other royal tombs is exhibited in the path from the red gate to the sacrificial building. Usually the path is a straight line, but at Jeongneung Royal Tomb, it is crooked and bent. Furthermore, the color of the sacrificial building is dull and faded.Even though the tomb symbolizes the turmoil and wrath of political struggles, many couples and families come to Jeongneung Royal Tomb for a stroll because of its peacefulness and natural surroundings.

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Nolboo Bossam & Budaejjigae
Seoul(Jung-gu) , Euljiro・Chungmuro・Namsan

This is a Korean cuisine located in Dongdaemun Gate , Seoul.One of Korea’s representative restaurant franchises.The best menu at this restaurant is Napa Wraps with Pork.

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Jeju Grand Hotel
Jeju-do(Jeju-si) , SinJeju

As the largest hotel on Jeju Island, Jeju Grand Hotel in the Sin (New) Jeju district features 490 Western-style and 22 Korean-style guestrooms, and numerous subsidiary facilities including a casino, a health club, an outdoor swimming pool, a night club, a shopping arcade, a medical office and a business center. In addition, the Ora Country Club, a 36-hole golf course run by the hotel, as well as the largest duty free shop in Jeju can also be found at the hotel.

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National Hangeul Museum (국립한글박물관)
Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

The National Hangeul Museum showcases the history and value of Korean orthography, Korean’s most-valued cultural asset, through exhibitions, activities, and education. Occupying over 11,322㎡, the museum has one basement level and three ground levels, along with an outdoor grass field and resting area perfect for cultural events, exhibits, and education. The museum is comprised of the Hangeulnuri (library) on the first floor, a permanent exhibition hall and Areumnuri (Korean cultural item store/tea house) on the second floor, and then a planned exhibition hall and a Hangeul playground for children and foreigners on the third floor. * Opening date: October 9, 2014

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Sanmeoru Farm
Gyeonggi-do(Paju-si) , Paju(Heyri Art valley)

Nestled at the foot of Gamaksan Mountain (alt. 675 m), Sanmeoru Farm produces Korean wild grapes and drinks made with Korean wild grapes from its wonderful natural environment. Tourists can visit a processing facility, fermentation room, underground ripening room, a basement tunnel full of wine barrels, and may also sample its products. Also, various hands-on programs include making wine, jam, pudding, natural soap, and others. There is also an automobile camping site which makes a perfect place to find respite from people's everyday lives.

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Bangeo Festival
Jeju-do(Seogwipo-si) , Seogwipo

This popular festival is held every year in November at Moseulpo Port, the southernmost region of Jeju-do Island. It celebrates the ‘Bangeo Fish (yellowtail)’, which is largely caught in this area. The meat of ‘bangeo fish (yellowtail)’ is chewy and tender, and so it is very popular served raw. It is also used in a variety of other dishes. Visitors can enjoy fresh bangeo at the festival and then pack some up to take home.Visitors can also try fishing and also sample some of Jeju’s other specialty foods such as heukdweji-gogigui (grilled wild boar meat), galchijorim (cutlass fish boiled in soy sauce with spices), and more. Don’t forget to admire the beautiful natural sceneries near the festival grounds and explore some of the many popular tourist attractions in Jeju. 

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Lee Hwa Won Chinese Restaurant
Daejeon(Yuseong-gu)

Lee Hwa Won opened in 1998 at the World Cup Stadium. Its location makes it easy to find and there is ample space for parking. This Chinese restaurant offers a variety of royal Chinese cuisine and attracts many family groups as well as other types of customers through its connection with the Yuseong Special Tour Zone. On the menu are hundred types of a la carte items and set menus, so the restaurant is appropriate for various special occasions and gatherings.

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Seoul 910
Seoul(Yangcheon-gu)

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Camp Greaves DMZ Experience Center
Gyeonggi-do(Paju-si) , DMZ•Panmunjeom

Camp Greaves is the returned place as of August 2007 after US Army Force withdrawal in 1997. It was a camp base for the 506th US Second Infantry Division for about 50 years after the ceasefire agreement of Korean War. An accommodation for officers, living hall, physical activity hall and several other army facilities remained intact, and are considered to be the 'Modern Cultural Heritage' cultural assets. The camp turned into a peace and security experience facility, and it is located just about 2km away from the DMZ. It is also the first youth hostel to be located within a restricted area for civilians in Paju city. An entire building of the US Army officer’s accommodation was remodeled into youth hostel and it can accommodate up to 240 guests. The hostel is comprised of an office room and a small auditorium on the first floor and rooms on the second through third floors, and a large auditorium on the fourth floor. To fulfill every need of the visitors, the camp offers diverse programs such as Security OX Quiz, making mini jangseung (totem pole), sotdae (wooden pole), camp playing activity, 'Challenge DMZ Golden Bell', and other exciting programs.

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Gangneung Danoje Festival
Gangwon-do(Gangneung-si)

The Gangneung Danoje Festival was designated a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2005 and is Important Intangible Cultural Property No. 13 in Korea in 1967. The festival serves to preserve the folk culture of the Joseon Dynasty and has been a popular festival since 1975.Danoje Festival includes rituals such as the Daegwallyeong Guksa Seonghwangje (a tribute to Monk Beomil, believed to protect Gangneung) and Yeongsinje (a deity greeting ritual). Folk performances, ssireum wrestling, swing riding, and tug-of-war competitions follow these rituals. During the Danoje Festival, visitors are also invited to participate in various events: watching a traditional wedding ceremony, making surichui rice cake, washing one's hair in iris-infused water, and drinking alcoholic beverages offered to the gods. There are also regional dialect contests and other cultural programs.

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