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Kim You-jeong House of Literature (Sille Village)
Gangwon-do(Chuncheon-si)

Known as one of Korea’s leading short story novelists, Kim Yu-jeong (1908~1937) was born in Sille Village in Sindong-myeong, Chuncheon. A restoration of his birth house, the Kim Yu-jeong House of Literature is part of an effort to turn the whole village into a literature village, commemorating the novelist. The house has an exhibition hall, a walking path, and a hiking trail.Kim Yu-jeong spent a great deal of his life in Seoul and returned to his hometown in 1931 at the age of 23. He published his first novel 'Sangol Nageune (The Wanderer)' followed by numerous rural-based novels such as 'Dongbaekkkot (The Camellias)' and 'Bom bom (Spring)'.Inside the exhibition hall, his birth home and even a treadmill are reproduced in their original form. A variety of programs reproducing his works are on display.

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Sinsedong Chilcheung Jeontap
Gyeongsangbuk-do(Andong-si)

Designated National Treasure No.16, this is Korea’s oldest and largest stone pagoda.The pagoda measures 16.8 meters high with a x_width of 7.75 meters. The pagoda was originally built at Beopeungsa Temple during the eighth century of the United Silla Kingdom [654~935] and is the only remaining relic from the temple.The pagoda is presently located on the estate of the head house of the Goseong Lee family. The sangryunbu, the ornamental top portion of the pagoda, has been totally lost, but the lower tiered portions are intact with beautiful carvings of Buddhist tutelary deity. Traces of tiled roof were found on each story of the tower. Historical records show that the tower was rebuilt in 1487 and that around the same period, three parts of the temple remained. 

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Eongtto Falls
Jeju-do(Seogwipo-si) , Seogwipo

Eongtto Waterfalls is hidden within a forest and appears only after a heavy rainfall. The falls is 50 meters high and is surrounded by uniquely formed rocks and stones. In the vicinity of the falls, there is a spacious temperate forest and evergreen scenery creates that contributes to the area's scenic beauty year-round. To reach the waterfall, visitors pass through Wolsan Village in Gangjeong-dong, Seogwipo-si, and follow an upward path for 500m, following Akgeuncheon Stream or walking along the mandarin field for 800m to the northwest at the front road of Gang Chang-hak Park. Eongtto Falls is one of the 70 scenic views of Jeju-do Island.

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Roe Deer Observation Center
Jeju-do(Jeju-si) , The Eastern Part of the Jeju Island

Roe Deer Observation Center, opened in August 2007, offers a place where you may observe and watch over 200 roe deer romping around the field. Also, the park has a theatre in which you may learn about the life of a roe deer. Moreover, a wide variety of programs are offered to the visitors including eco-life experience program and feeding roe deer. City Tour Bus program is also available for those who wish to take a tour around the park on a bus.

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Jirisan National Park
Gyeongsangnam-do(Hadong-gun)

Along with Geumgansan Mountain (금강산) and Hallasan Mountain (한라산), Jirisan Mountain (지리산) is known to be one of the most sacred mountains in Korea. It was named "Jiri" because it was believed to be a place that turns the innocent into the wise. Jirisan Mountain, located in the south, is one of the five mountain peaks that surround the capital of old Shilla. On December 29, 1957 Jirisan National Park (지리산국립공원) was declared the nation’s first and biggest national park. Its 440.517㎢ area covers Hadong, Sancheon and Hamyang in Gyeongnam Province; Gurye in Jeonnam Province; and Namwon in Jeonbuk Province. The total area is seven times that of Gyeryongsan National Park (계룡산국립공원) and 52 times that of all of Yeouido (여의도).The Hadong (하동) part of Jirisan National Park is full of great tourist attractions such as Ssanggyesa Temple, Chilbulsa Temple, Bulil Falls, Hwagye Valley, Cheonghak-dong Village and Doinchon Town.

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Expo Ocean Park
Jeollanam-do(Yeosu-si)

Expo Ocean Park is where one can stroll along the sea, where the waterfront park is located close by, take part in dynamic marine leisure sports program, watch the world's only multimedia BIG-O Show and rest comfortably at a guesthouse just like a home away from home. In addition, the establishment offers facilities that could hold both international and small scale meetings, exhibition halls, seminar rooms, as well as events.

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Sanha
Seoul(Yeongdeungpo-gu) , Yeouido・Yeongdeungpo・Mapo

Sanha is a Hwanghae-style mandu (Korean dumplings) specialty restaurant. The mandu boasts very authentic flavors at the owner of the restaurant hails from Hwanghae. The prices are a bit high for mandu, but nevertheless there are always lines out the door. ​        

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Ham Ji-Park
Seoul(Seocho-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

Ham Ji-Park first opened in October of 1978 in Bangbae-dong and is still operating in the same location to this day. The manager, chefs, and staff of Ham Ji-Park have been serving the public for over 10 years, providing a family-like atmosphere. A staff of elite Chinese chefs are at the ready to prepare anything from elegant dishes such as Buddha Jump Soup, Shark's Fin, and Swallow's Next, to more affordable dishes like Tangsuyuk and Jjajangmyeon. There is a diverse variety of courses prepared to meet the tastes of all its guests. Course and set menus change every season in order to present a larger variety of delicious cuisine.

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Hajodae Beach
Gangwon-do(Yangyang-gun)

South of Naksansa, along the seashore, is Hajodae Beach, with a water depth of 0.5~1.5m and a fine, white sand beach that stretches for 1.5 km.It is 13 km south of Yangyang-gun, and 1 km north of the 38th parallel. There’s a pine forest behind the beach and if you follow the seashore from the entrance of the beach for about 1.5 km, there is a pavilion on top of a cliff. This hexagonal pavilion is Hajodae, where it is believed the retainers of the Joseon Period (1392~1910) named Haryun (1347~1416) and Jojun (1346~1405) spent their last years in hiding. The flat bottom and low depth of the beach make it a suitable place for family vacations. It first opened in 1976, and is now operated as a camping ground and beach. Also in the area are Osaekoncheon (hot springs), Osaekyaksu (natural springs), Naksansa, Seoraksan National Park, Odaesan National Park, Tongiljeonmangdae (reunification observation platform), and Hajodeungdae (lighthouse), etc. Across from Hajodae there is a rock indicating the 38th parallel. Fresh water flows into the right side of the beach. The south side is great for fishing because of its bulwark, rock island, and Giamgoiseok (fantastic rocks and stones), and you can see Jo island to the right. On the left side of the beach there is an unmanned white lighthouse. This lighthouse is open from 9am to 7pm and you can enjoy a view of the whole area from the top. 

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BENIKEA Hotel Danyang
Chungcheongbuk-do(Danyang-gun)

Benikea Danyang Hotel is one of the top hotels in the city of Danyang, a city in the central region of Korea, and easily accessible from most major cities in just 2-3 hours via the Jungang Expressway.Visitors to the hotel can get a panoramic view of the beautiful Namhangang River from any of the 80 guestrooms, and can enjoy various sports like rafting or paragliding. The hotel is within traveling distance of each of the Danyang Palgyeong (the eight sites of Danyang) and is located near Sobaeksan Mountain.

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