Incheon(Jung-gu) , Incheon Center

The Incheon Open Port Museum is a cultural and historical landmark located in a late Renaissance-style stone building that originally housed the Japanese 1st Bank's Incheon Branch, built in 1899. This museum provides visitors with a deeper understanding of Incheon's modernization and its role as an international trade hub following its designation as an open port. The exhibitions highlight the significant social, economic, and cultural transformations that took place during this period. Exhibitions The museum consists of four permanent exhibition halls, each focusing on a different aspect of Incheon’s development: * Hall 1 – Introduction to the opening of Incheon Port and its role in modernization * Hall 2 – Changes in Incheon’s urban landscape, featuring historical photographs and architectural models * Hall 3 – Development of transportation, communication, and infrastructure that contributed to Incheon's growth * Hall 4 – Daily life in Incheon during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with artifacts and interactive displays Visitors can explore a range of historical materials, including old maps, documents, and objects that illustrate Incheon's transformation into a modern city. Visitor Information * Operating Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Last admission at 5:30 PM) * Closed: Mondays, New Year's Day, Seollal (Lunar New Year), and Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day). If a public holiday falls on a Monday, the museum will be closed the following Tuesday. Admission Fees: * Adults: 500 KRW (Group: 300 KRW) * Teens (ages 13–18): 300 KRW (Group: 200 KRW) * Children (under 12): Free * Integrated Ticket (includes access to five museums in the area): Adults 3,400 KRW, Teens 2,300 KRW, Children 2,100 KRW Museum Facilities * First Floor: Information desk, exhibition halls 1–4 * Second Floor: Seminar room, honorary director's office Nearby Attractions Visitors can explore several cultural and historical attractions within walking distance of the Incheon Open Port Museum: * Jajangmyeon Museum – A museum dedicated to the history of Korea’s famous black bean noodles, tracing its origins and evolution. * Incheon Open Port Modern Architecture Museum – Showcasing the architectural heritage of the port-opening period, housed in a former bank building. * Korean-Chinese Cultural Center – A space highlighting the cultural exchanges between Korea and China, with exhibitions and performances. Why Visit? The Incheon Open Port Museum offers a fascinating insight into Korea’s modernization period, making it an essential stop for history enthusiasts, cultural explorers, and those interested in understanding Incheon's transformation into a major international city. Whether you are visiting for educational purposes or simply to enjoy a unique historical experience, the museum provides a valuable perspective on Korea’s past and its path toward modernization.


Chungcheongnam-do(Taean-gun)

Anmyeondo in Taean is home to a 100 year old pine tree forest that is special in Korea. The natural forest was managed by the royal family during the Goryeo Dynasty and since 1965 has been managed by the province of Chungcheongnam-do.The Forest Exhibition Hall in Anmyeondo Recreational Forest displays the producing process of wood, the uses of wood, the forest’s worth, and more in an easy to comprehend manner. The Forest Cabin and Forest Recreation Center have a gas stove, cooking utensils, and shower facilities.


Gangwon-do(Chuncheon-si)

The 2012 Chuncheon Dakgalbi (Spicy Chicken Ribs) & Makguksu (Buckwheat Noodles) Festival is scheduled to be held this year from August 23rd to 28th. Visitors can enjoy Chuncheon-style buckwheat noodles and spicy chicken ribs, two representative dishes of the region. Special events include the Chuncheon Local Cuisine Cooking Contest and free sampling every afternoon of the area’s famous dishes.


Gyeonggi-do(Suwon-si) , suwon

24 Martials Arts (Muye 24-gi in Korean) refers to the 24 martial art techniques in the Muyedobotongji (Comprehensive Illustrated Manual of Martial Arts). The manual was compiled in 1790 by Silhak (practical learning school of Confucianism) scholars Lee Deok-mu and Park Jae-ga, along with the martial art expert Baek Dong-su, under the orders of King Jeongjo (22nd ruler of the Joseon Dynasty). Regarded as a resource for understanding the nature of Korean military science, the manual is an exemplary martial arts compilation that was organized into 24 techniques by adopting the traditional martial arts of Joseon, as well as China and Japan. The 24 Martial Arts were practiced by the soldiers of the outer military unit of Jangyongyeong, the most elite military troop during the Joseon Dynasty. Soldiers stationed at the northern and southern military camps of Hwaseong Haenggung Palace practiced these techniques to effectively guard the palace. It is a considered as a significant intangible heritage because of its great historical, artistic, and athletic values. With the restoration of Hwaseong Haenggung Palace, a regular event is being held to demonstrate the 24 Martial Arts. The performance features 18 ground martial arts among the 24 techniques recorded in the Muyedobotongji. From every Tuesday to Sunday at 11:00, the 24 Martial Arts Trial Performance where eighteen martial arts will be performed as they fight on ground among twenty four martial arts written in Muyedobotongji (Korean Martial Art Book) at the Hwaseong Haenggung Palace.


Gangwon-do(Chuncheon-si)

As the master country of Taekwondo, Chuncheon Open International Taekwondo Championships provide the opportunity for Taekwondo artists from all over the world to demonstrate their Taekwondo skills. The championships are held every other year.Description: The championships are categorized into three divisions: Gyeorugi, Gyeongyeon, and Color Belts Gyeorugi. The Gyeorugi Division has the most contestants, and is sectioned into male/female, junior/senior, and children. The Color Belts Gyeorugi Division is open to only foreign contestants over the age of 14 years.The Gyeongyeon Division includes Sonnal Gyeokpa which uses only a single hand-surface, the Jumeok which uses the fists, and the Jonghap Gyeokpa. Also in the Gyeongyeon Division are the Creative Pumsae, which uses the basic elements of Taekwondo, Taekwondo Gymnastics and Hosinsul.Other related events also scheduled are the Taekwondo Demonstration, Sports Dance, Street Demonstrations, and more.Championships Highlights: The festival is an international festival with its an overriding Taekwondo theme, now an official Olympic Sport and Korea’s native martial arts. The festival consists of welcoming, opening and closing ceremonies, and of course the championships themselves. The most attractive feature about this festival is that Taekwondo fans can see the world’s leading Taekwondo artists up-close.The host city of Chuncheon is also surrounded by many major tourist attractions such as Namiseom Island and Cheongpyeongsa Temple, which visitors can enjoy along with the festival.


Daegu(Dalseong-gun)

Daegu-si Dalseong-gun’s Biseulsan Recreational Forest (비슬산자연휴양림), famous for its beautiful natural scene, is located at the base of Biseulsan Mountain. The valley is replete with many notable rock formations, beautiful cliff walls and pure streams. It is also possible to see pink azaleas, which are especially beautiful during springtime. In addition, during winter there are ice caves, ice towers, snow sleds, icicle hills, and ice gardens for visitors. Within the natural recreation forest, there is a water playground and a promenade. For accommodation, there are the Forest Cabin and camping area. Reservation can be made via online.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

Gecko's Garden is a fusion pub & restaurant where customers can enjoy tapas, steaks, juicy burgers, and barbecue dishes along with a glass of wine or beer. The numerous windows give the restaurant a luxurious feel and allow for an open view of the lush garden outside. Gecko's Garden serves a wide selection of beer and cocktails, but one of the favorites among the restaurant’s female clientele is its iced tea-flavored sorbets served along with an assortment of fruit. An additional tax of 10% and a service charge of 5% are typically added to menu prices, but from 12pm to 5pm, taxes are waived and customers can enjoy their food and drinks at lower prices.


Gyeongsangnam-do(Hapcheon-gun)

Featuring the highest peak, Sanghwangbong, Mt. Gayasan is composed of many summits each over 1,000m in x_height. From the Taebaek Mountains, the Gayasan stretches from east to west. In 1972, it was designated as National Park No.9 due to its breathtaking scenery. Gayasan is know for its many tourist highlights, namely Haeinsa Temple, which is in the southwestern part of Gayasan. It is one of the three most famous temples in Korea. The Tripitaka Koreana (National Treasures No.32), consisting of over eighty thousand blocks, are found here. The place makes for fantastic scenery with the old temple and the beautiful landscape. In addition, there are other cultural properties such as Jangkyunggak (National Treasure No.52), Stone Buddha Figure (Treasures No. 518) Banya Temple Gyeongwangsa Monument (Treasures No.128) which was designated as a World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. Moreover, Gayasan is noted for its graceful mountain landscape. The water flowing from Gayasan valley meets in front of Haeinsa Temple and flows to the southeast where it forms Gayacheon stream. Among the many valleys, Hongryudong valley (its water seems to turn red because of the leaves' autumnal tints) finishes the grandeur scenery with the several thousand year-old pine tree. Namsanjeil-bong, a peak located in southern part of Hongryudong, is called Mt. Cheonbulsan among Buddhists because it seems like thousands of Buddhist statues cover the mountain ridge. Mt. Cheonbulsan is a favorite one-day mountain climbing course for many. Gayasan shows magnificent landscapes every season with the cherry blossoms, azaleas and royal azaleas lined up on the road to Haeinsa Temple in Spring, the clean water and green trees in Summer, the glorious tints of its autumn foliage along the rock ridges in Autumn and a snowy landscape in Winter.  


Busan(Dong-gu)

Urban regeneration centered along Sanbokdo-ro road, this road was designated to be the province of renaissance. An archive center where stories of local residents in Sanbokdo-ro road can be found, and a new planned exhibition is held every two months. Personal collection, as well as the history of locals living in this district are well preserved, and such variety of cultural contents is served as a warehouse of resources for the future. * Opening Date: March 6, 2013


Chungcheongnam-do(Nonsan-si)

Just like other berry farmers, Uncle Strawberry at first supplied his products to retail distributors such as markets, department stores and discount stores. But he decided to change that, and now he meets his consumers himself at his farmland and provide his berries directly to people. With no retailers in-between, Uncle Strawberry is now able to provide his best quality strawberries to his customers at a lower price. In 2006, Uncle Strawberry started to run hands-on experience programs in his farmland. Initially, there were only 8 of them, but now the number has jumped to 44. For years, Uncle Strawberry’s farmland has grown its berries based on all-nature and environmental friendly farming methods. Uncle Strawberry is a determined farmer who thinks providing best strawberries to his customers is most important. With this in mind, he is doing his best to grow high-quality and healthy strawberries by means using natural pest control, and his products are certified organic.