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Global Village Folk Museum (지구촌민속교육박물관)
Seoul(Jung-gu) , Namdaemun・Seoul-Station

The Global Village Folk Museum is a public museum housed in and affiliated with the Seoul Education Research & Information Institute. The museum displays relics from various countries, helping visitors and locals broaden their horizons by learning about folk cultures from around the world. Approximately 1,500 items are on display at the museum: 922 from Asia, 228 from Europe, 162 from the Americas, 121 from Africa, and 64 from Oceania. When categorized according to theme, 512 items are related to folk art, 74 are related to folk religion, 625 are folk life, 86 are fire starters, 37 are weapons, and the remainder fall into smaller groups. The museum has been designated an “Experience-oriented Education Zone” of Seoul.

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Terarosa
Gangwon-do(Gangneung-si)

Terarosa, situated in Imdang-dong, downtown Gangneung since 2003, serves a wide selection of coffee from various countries in a small and snug ambiance. They offer various espresso-based menus, bread baked daily and several desserts.    

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U-Square
Gwangju(Seo-gu)

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Guinsa Temple - Danyang
Chungcheongbuk-do(Danyang-gun)

Guinsa Temple, located below Yeonhwabong Peak of Sobaeksan Mountain, is the headquarters of the Cheontae Order of Korean Buddhism and now presides over 140 temples across the nation. Standing on a lot measuring a total of 15,014 square meters, the temple has an impressive, 5-story main sanctuary as well as over 50 chambers and is bordered by modern buildings that can accommodate up to 10,000 visitors.The temple was established by Monk Sangwol Wongak, who first created a small cottage of arrowroot vine at the site as a place to practice asceticism. After receiving revelation about the truths of the universe, the monk created Guinsa Temple in the spirit of celebration. Completed in 1945, the temple was renovated in 1966 using a concrete frame, which was a very unique and modern construction practice at the time.Must-see parts of the temple include Deabeopdang Hall (the main sanctuary) and Beopeobi Monument (a Buddhist sermon monument). The 5-story Daebeopdang Hall (est. April 29, 1980) is the largest Buddhist sanctuary in the nation and can seat up to 5,000 people. Beopeobi (full name: Beopeobi of Great Monk Sangwol) is a stone monument engraved with the teachings of the Great Monk Sangwol. The writings on the monument reflect the beliefs of the Tripitaka Koreana, one of the foundational texts of Buddhism.

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Geumyongmun
Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

This is a Korean cuisine located in Gwanghwamun Gate , Seoul.The best menu at this restaurant is Dim Sum.A restaurant selling authentic Chinese cuisine.

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E-World Starlight Festival
Daegu(Dalseo-gu)

E-World Starlight Festival is held with ten million lights in an area of 120,000 pyeong around E-World and 83 Tower. Hot-air balloons, roses, and masks light decorations and other events will catch people’s eyes at this carnival-like festival. The events start at night and large characteristic trees are decorated along the 200m Light Road, as well as a Umbrella Road, Carnival Road, and photo zone created by 1,000 lights. Also, 10,000 LED roses cover the proposal stairs, creating a romantic and special ambience. This festival is beloved by young couples as part of a night dating course.

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Hyatt Hotel Casino
Jeju-do(Seogwipo-si) , Jungmun Resort

Hyatt Hotel Casino is situated in the Jungmun Tourist complex, and has a beautiful view of the Jungmun beach and Mt. Hallasan. It is 40 minutes from downtown and the airport, and 20 minutes from the Seogwipo area. The pride of Hyatt Hotel, the hotel casino has the finest gaming facilities. It is for foreigners only, and offers Roulette, Black Jack, Baccarat, slot machines among others.

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Juwangsan National Park
Gyeongsangbuk-do(Cheongsong-gun)

Mt. Juwangsan (721m), designated as National Park No.12 in 1976, is the smallest of the national parks in Korea. Mt. Juwangsan is not so steep, making it a great place to walk and enjoy the wonderful scenery. Mt. Juwangsan is also called Mt. Seokbyeongsan, Mt. Jubangsan and Mt. Daedunsan. There is a legend that King Juwon of Silla (57 B.C.-A.D. 935) lived on this mountain after turning Silla over to Goryeo. This is where it got its name 'Juwang'. There is another legend that General Mailseong of Goryeo assassinated King Wuju, who was living here, with arrows and iron hammer.At Juwangsan, there are temples such as Daejeonsa, Gwangamsa, Yeonhwasa Temples, and hermitages such as Juwangam and Baengnyeonam. Daejeonsa Temple preserves national treasures such as the portrait of the Great Buddhist Monk Sa-Myeong, and the engraved wooden board personally made by General Lee Yeo-Song sent to the monk Sa-Myeong. In addition, You can find many interesting rocks such as Giam, Seokbyeokam, Geupsudae, Jeongsam & Adeulbawi, and also caves such as Juwanggul where Juwang hid before he was captured, Mujanggul where weapons were kept and Yeonhwagul, which used to be training grounds.There are many waterfalls that represent the beauty of Juwangsan. The representative waterfalls are the 1st, 2nd, 3rd waterfalls and the Dalgi Pokpo Waterfall. Also there are many beautiful valleys such as the Outer-Juwang Valley, Inner-Juwang Valley, Woroe Valley and Naewon Valley. On the mountainside there is a 6 meter high Jahaseong Fortress that spreads out 15km, and there is the Dalgimul Mineral Spring in the Goenae mid-stream.

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Mayfield Hotel
Seoul(Gangseo-gu) , The Western Part of the Seoul

Mayfield Hotel is an European style luxury boutique hotel located in between Incheon International Airport and downtown Seoul. It takes only 5 minutes from Gimpo Airport. Since the hotel is poised in the wood, it looks like a castle in Europe and the bell tower and garden add to the European atmosphere. Guests also can enjoy the fresh air from the pine tree grove.The hotel has 8 building structures in a large 105785.60㎡ field. The main building with 6 floors and a basement floor is housing guestrooms, a lounge, a western restaurant, a traditional Korean restaurant, and an outdoor lounge. Another building is with large halls for international conferences and various events, while the other one is for wedding and wedding reception. It also has traditional wedding facilities.The hotel offers a wide variety of rooms from one of its 202 cozy rooms including Ondol rooms and suite rooms. Subsidiary facilities include a fitness club, which is equipped with Korea's best facilities.

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Busan International Film Festival
Busan(Haeundae-gu) , Haeundae

Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) is one of the largest film festivals in Korea. Beginning in 1996 as the first international film festival in Korea, it is now a major global event.Held in Haeundae and Nampo-dong, Busan, the festival presents over 300 films from 70 countries. The main program themes include: A Window on Asian Cinema, New Currents, Korean Cinema Today, Korean Cinema Retrospective, World Cinema, Wide Angle, Open Cinema, and Special Programs in Focus.The festival also boasts a wide array of special events, outdoor performances and participatory programs. Tickets for opening and closing films can only be purchased online. 20% of seats for regular films (including films screened in theaters or outdoor venues) will be available for sale at on-site ticket booths. Main festival venues include Busan Cinema Center, CGV Centum City, Lotte Cinema Centum City, Megabox Haeundae and Community Media Center Busan. 

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