Gyeongsangnam-do(Changwon-si)


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

<Palace Pass Usage Notice:> 1. When exchanging tickets, you must present your reservation voucher and passport (or foreign ID). Reservation confirmation emails will not be accepted. 2. By purchasing a ticket, you agree to the performance guidelines. These guidelines may be updated or changed based on the event circumstances. Please review the guidelines before the event to avoid any inconvenience. K-Royal Culture Festival 10th anniversary 2024(10th) K-Royal Palaces PASS Exchange Ticket (T-money Card) *Unlimited Access During Period Royal Culture Festival *Korea Palace Gung Pass Discover Korea’s Royal Heritage with the Ultimate Palace Pass! 1. Enjoy unlimited access to the five major palaces (Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, Changgyeonggung, Gyeonghuigung) and Jongmyo Shrine (excluding Changdeokgung Secret Garden). 2. Experience the enchantment of Gyeongbokgung Palace with exclusive one-time night entry! 3. Use the pass as a T-money card for seamless travel on Seoul’s subways and buses, with 3,000 KRW preloaded. 4. Step into the world of your favorite K-dramas by visiting these iconic  palace sites. 5. Essential for the K-Royal Culture Festival in October 2024, the grandest traditional event in Korea. 6. Collect this limited edition card adorned with captivating Korean designs. Detailed Introduction of K-Royal Palaces PASS The K-Royal Palaces PASS allows unlimited special access to the 5 major palaces in Seoul (Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, Changgyeonggung, Gyeonghuigung) and Jongmyo Shrine during the K-Royal Culture Festival in Fall 2024 (for 5 days). (Excludes Changdeokgung Secret Garden). The pass also includes a one-time night opening admission to Gyeongbokgung Palace, giving you a chance to experience the palaces vividly portrayed in K-dramas. Enjoy various programs like performances and experiences showcasing the new charms and historical value of the K-palaces using the K-Royal Palaces PASS. Additionally, the pass includes a 3,000 KRW credit for use on buses and subways, and can be used at various locations where T-money cards are accepted, such as convenience stores. Prepare your K-Royal Palaces PASS in advance to make your upcoming fall trip to Seoul more enriching and fulfilling. Basic Information about the K-Royal Palaces PASS - Usage Period: October 9 (Wed) - October 13 (Sun), 2024 (5 days) - Available Locations: The 5 major palaces (Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, Changgyeonggung, Gyeonghuigung), Jongmyo Shrine Contents Included in the K-Royal Palaces PASS 1. Unlimited entry to the 5 major palaces (Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, Changgyeonggung, Gyeonghuigung) and Jongmyo Shrine. 2. One-time admission to Gyeongbokgung Palace night opening:    - Available once during October 10 (Thu) - October 13 (Sun).    - On October 9 (Wed), night opening is available only for those wearing Hanbok due to the K-Royal Culture Festival special event.    - The "Gyeongbokgung Palace Night Opening Ticket" will be provided along with the K-Royal Palaces PASS (physical ticket).    - Submit the "Gyeongbokgung Palace Night Opening Ticket" at the entrance of Heungnyemun Gate. 3. A must-have for traveling in Korea! T-money card with 3,000 KRW credit:    - The K-Royal Palaces PASS functions as a T-money card usable on all subways and buses in Seoul.    - Includes 3,000 KRW credit.    - T-money card purchase cost (2,500 KRW) + 3,000 KRW credit.    - T-money usage guide (ENG): [T-money Guide](https://pay.tmoney.co.kr/ncs/pct/ugd/ReadFrgnGd.dev) 4. Discounts on cultural products and traditional Korean cuisine:    - 10% discount at "Sarang" cafe in the palaces and Incheon Airport!    - Discount period: October 9 - October 13, 2024.    - Show your K-Royal Palaces PASS on site. ("Korea House" requires advance reservation).    - Cafe "Sarang": [Sarang Cafe](https://kchfstore.or.kr)    - "Korea House": [Korea House](https://www.kh.or.kr/kh/eng) Value of the K-Royal Palaces PASS 14,500 KRW / 5 major palaces entrance fee 9,000 KRW + transportation card 2,500 KRW + 3,000 KRW credit)  K-Royal Palaces PASS Collection Information - October 9 (Wed) - October 13 (Sun), 2024, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. - The K-Royal Palaces PASS cannot be collected outside these hours.    Collection Items - One K-Royal Palaces PASS - One Gyeongbokgung Night Opening Ticket    Collection Location for the K-Royal Palaces PASS - Location: Comprehensive Information Center of the K-Royal Culture Festival at Gyeongbokgung Palace (next to Gyeongbokgung ticket office). - Address: 161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Subway Line 3, Gyeongbokgung Station, Exit 5). - Present the reservation holder's ID (passport) and reservation confirmation (or QR code) at the location below. - The reservation confirmation should include the reservation number, reservation holder's name, and quantity. ▲ Images from the spring 2024 K-Royal Culture Festival. How to Use the K-Royal Palaces PASS - Entry Method: Just show the K-Royal Palaces PASS. - Unlimited entry for 5 days from October 9 (Wed) to October 13 (Sun), 2024. - Some events, like performances, require separate reservations. - Event information will be updated on the official website (www.chf.or.kr/fest/en/).   Major Events at the K-Royal Culture Festival The K-Royal Culture Festival provides a special opportunity for foreigners visiting Korea to participate in elegant and interesting historical and cultural programs, promoting Korean cultural heritage and cultural capacity internationally. Information on event times and pre-registration can be found on the official website one week before the festival starts (www.chf.or.kr). (Schedules are subject to change).         [Experience] (Gyeongbokgung) 10th Anniversary of K-Royal Culture Festival “Hanbok Royal Banquet (Yeonhyang)” (Oct. 9 / Gyeongbokgung Palace / 19:00-21:00) A special day at Gyeongbokgung Palace! Enjoy the celebrations of the festival’s 10th anniversary in the dress code: Hanbok. Gyeongbokgung Palace Hanbok Yeonhyang is complete with the beauty of Hanbok in the evening at the palace. [Experience] (Gyeongbokgung) Gyeongbokgung Palace Royal Tailor (Sangeuiwon) (Oct. 9-13 / 10:00-17:00) The Joseon royal tailor, Sangeuiwon of Gyeongbokgung Palace, returns! Learn about the history of traditional attire through needlework experiences with Korea’s certified intangible heritage artisans, beautiful exhibitions, and unique reenactments. [Exhibition] (Gyeongbokgung) Beautiful Hanbok Photo Exhibition (Oct. 9-13 / 10:00-17:00) See Hanbok photos taken at the five major palaces and Jongmyo Shrine at Gyeongbokgung Palace's Gyeojodang Hall! Enjoy 50 award-winning Hanbok photos from the photo contest. [Exhibition] (Changgyeonggung) Changgyeonggung Moonlight Lotus Show (Oct. 9-13 / 19:00-21:00) Experience media art in the palace that blends light, the palace’s natural scenery, and cutting-edge visual technology. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Changgyeonggung's Chundangji Pond harmonized with water and light. [Performance] (Changgyeonggung) (Palace Concert) Classical Meets Traditional Music (Oct. 9-12, 13:00, 16:00) Experience a special crossover performance at Tongmyeongjeon Hall, the queen's bed chamber and venue for Joseon Dynasty court banquets. We invite you to a K-concert where traditional Korean music (pungryu), classical music, and traditional dance crossover at Netflix’s “Kingdom” film location, Tongmyeongjeon Hall. [Experience] (Online) Genre Painting for All (Sep. 13-Oct. 27) Create your own digital character in beautiful Korean palaces. Likened to the genre painting style of the painter Kim Hong-do of Joseon Dynasty, the 2024 Genre Painting for All lets you create and show off unique characters! (Access page: pungsokdo.com) For more information on the K-Royal Culture Festival, visit the official website. * Official Website (ENG): [K-Royal Culture Festival](https://www.kh.or.kr/fest/en)   K-Royal Palaces PASS Cancellation and Refund Policy - Free cancellations are available until 11:59 PM on October 7 (Mon), 2024. - After the free cancellation period, no changes or refunds will be possible. Important Notes for Visiting the Five Palaces - All areas within the palaces are non-smoking zones. - Food, flammable materials, and recreational equipment are restricted in heritage protection zones. - The pass cannot be collected after the operating period ends. - There are two designs of the pass, which will be distributed randomly based on stock availability. - Detailed information about the pass can be found on the official website: [Royal Culture Festival Official Website](https://www.chf.or.kr/fest/en/)



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Busan(Geumjeong-gu)

Beomeosa Temple, located in Geumjeongsan Mountain in Busan, is one of the three major temples in Korea, together with Haeinsa and Tongdosa. Up until today, the passion of practitioners of this temple continues, a passion that did not waver even during the war. The temple stay program has two types: the experience program and the relaxation program. Centering on chamseon (Zen meditation), the experience program includes yebul, 108 prostrations, and dado (tea ceremony). With the relaxation program, you may choose to take chamseon (Zen meditation) or have conversation with a monk over a cup of tea. The temple is close to downtown and you can use a city tour bus with departure/final stop in Busan Station to take a tour around the city.  


Gangwon-do(Pyeongchang-gun)

Asia's largest green pasture on a plateau. This ancient and vast meadow is where milking cows feed. The view from the plateau is remarkable as well. If you go up to Daegwallyeong Observatory early in the morning, you can witness the spectacular sunrise from the East Sea beyond the peaks of Odaesan Mountain. The lake where cows drink water is called Samjeongho Lake. In order to get around this grand ranch, you should take a car or bicycle. By car, it will take about 2 hours while bicycles will take about 5~6 hours. It would be too much to try to walk the entire ranch.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Gyeongju-si)

Located in Mulcheon-ri, Cheongbuk-myeon, Gyeongju-si, Dayu offers a comfortable resting place for visitors who desire to take a break after their trip that gives a fatigue. The restaurant serves well-being vegetable meal (bean rice, etc.) and traditional teas.


Gyeongsangnam-do(Tongyeong-si)

Gangguan Port Geobukseon is life-size reconstruction of a Geobukseon ship constructed by the South Korean Navy and commissioned by the Seoul Metropolitan Government to commemorate the patriotic spirit of Admiral Chungmugong Lee Sun-Sin. The 2.2-billion-won project was completed in the downstream area of the Hangang River (part of the DMZ), which previously had limited public access. After that, the area was opened to the public for the first time in 52 years (since the division of the peninsula) to allow the Geobukseon Ship to travel from Hangang Park to Tongyeong-si. The area is also the location of Admiral Lee's victory in the Great Battle Hansan, and the ship’s final destination to be on public display. * Size Entire length: 34m, ship length: 25m, ship x_width: 10m Top speed: Approx. 7 knots Ship x_height: 6m Displacement: 185 tons Materials: Wood (hull made from fiber reinforced plastics) The length of mast: 11.5m


Incheon(Ganghwa-gun)

Seongmodo Island (석모도) is located to the west of Ganghwado Island (강화도). Beautiful West Sea, a drive by the shore, and the great scenic view are some of the features of island's highlights. To get to Seongmodo Island, simply take a ferry at Oepo-ri, which takes only 10 minutes. The seagulls that congregate over the sea, fly close to the ferry boat and provide a beautiful sight.  When you arrive at Seongmodo Island, there is a bus terminal and a bicycle rental shop. If you are planning to hike around the island, rent a bicycle. You can tour around Seongmodo Island on a bicycle, by car, or simply by walking. If you want to go to Bomunsa Temple or Minmeoru Beach, ride the bus bound for Bomunsa Temple. If you want to hike or drive, you can visit most places by going along Ilju Road. It will take only 40 minutes by car, and about 2 hours and 30 minutes by bicycle to look around the island.  The most interesting sites in Seongmodo Island are Minmeoru Beach (민머루해수욕장) and Bomunsa Temple. Minmeoru Beach is the only beach in Seongmodo Island; Its shores are elegant and the surrounding scenery is beautiful with a salt farm near the beach. Bomunsa Temple boasts great views of the West Sea and is famous for its sunsets and a Buddhist grotto that was built inside a natural cave. To the rear of Bomunsa Temple, the Nunseop Rock and the Ma-aeseokbuljwa statue engraved on a rock is also worth a look. Telephone  +82-32-930-3563, +82-32-932-6007   


Gyeongsangnam-do(Changwon-si)

The House of Changwon was home to Du-cheol (pen name Toeeun), a famous scholar. This house is now used as a traditional lifestyle and culture learning center for studying traditional Korean culture and customs. Built on a 10,209㎡ site, the house contains 14 buildings, including one exhibiting collections of farming tools. The establishment itself is one of few living artifacts in the country, offering a peek into how ancient Koreans lived. The venue provides a cultural class for visitors and other events and functions such as a chapel for traditional weddings and other ceremonies. Nevertheless, it is a great escape from the bustling downtown as the house features spacious room for a leisurely walk, in addition to beautiful gardens and ponds that Toeeun used to love.


Jeollanam-do(Yeongam-gun)

The hometown of Wangin Baksa (Wangin, the Great Scholar) is located at the foot of Munpilbong Peak to the east of Gurim village. Due to Wangin’s importance and contributions to Korean history, this historical attraction is preserved and maintained in honor of his memory and achievements.Seonggidong is the official birthplace of Dr. Wangin (marked by the Yuheobi memorial monument) and is also home to Seongcheon; the well Wangin is believed to have drunk from. Halfway up Mt. Wolchulsan are Chaekgul, Munsanjae and Yangsajae where Wangin is said to have studied as well as nurtured local pupils. To commemorate the significance of these areas, a memorial is held every March at Munsanjae and Yansanjae.In front of Chaekgul is a statue of Dr. Wangin which is said to symbolize his benevolent character. Just west of Seonggidong is Doljeonggogae, a hill from which it is believed Dr. Wangin made a sorrowful look back at his countrymen before leaving for Japan.Wangin departed for Japan from Sangdaepo, which at the time was an international trading port. The renowned Baekje scholar was beginning his journey at the request of Japanese Emperor Eungshin. He took with him ten books on the Analects of Confucius and a book of Cheonjamun, a text of one thousand Chinese characters. Over time, he earned the trust of the emperor and became instructor to the crown prince. Wangin is well-known for his part in the development of Japanese culture and his name appears often in Japanese history. Wangin educated beyond textbooks and made great contributions to the development of arts, crafts and music and is revered as the originator of Japan’s Asuka culture.This historic site was originally reconstructed from 1985 to 1987 and is continually receiving improvements to improve accessibility for visitors. 


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

A restaurant that uses only fresh oysters delivered from Tongyeong every day.The representative menu is Oyster and Rice Soup.This Korean cuisine is located near Dongdaemun Station , Seoul.