Gyeongsangnam-do(Changwon-si)


Seoul(Gangnam-gu)

Seoul Gift Show is held to promote and enhance the market of gifts and gift-related products as an international trading exhibition. It will be held in COEX in Samseong-dong for four consecutive days.


Jeollanam-do(Gurye-gun)

Yeongoksa Temple is located in Naedong-ri, Toji-myeon, Gurye-gun and was constructed by Yeongi, a high Buddhist monk, who also helped create Hwaeomsa Temple. The temple was destroyed during the Japanese Invasion of Korea and the Korean War. In spite of the damage, the temple has continued to house two national treasures: East Monk Stupa of Yeongoksa Temple (National Treasure No. 53) North Monk Stupa of Yeongoksa Temple (National Treasure No. 54). The temple also houses four designated treasures. Jangsungbu, a Buddihist monk at the time, demolished the previous temple and rebuilt a Buddist sanctuary on the site. It has 5 rooms in the front and 3 rooms on the side made with embankments of granite stones and natural stones, and opened on March 1, 1981 through donations and government support. There is a memorial stone near the temple of Go Gwang-sun, who was the leader of the army who died for his devotion. According to the story, Yeongi discovered a pond in the current sanctuary area when reading about the land's topography. While he was looking at the middle of the pond, one swallow flew from a whirlpool. After that, the pond began to dry up and the place was then used for the temple. As such, the name "Yeongok refers to the phenomenon of "Yeon," a swallow, and "Gok," a valley.


Chungcheongnam-do(Asan-si)

Gongseri Catholic Church is the main Catholic parish, which was built in 1894 on the hill of Gongseri, Inju-myeon that connects Asanman Bay to Sapgyocheon. Early missionaries landed here to begin their work. A common house was used as a church in the early years however, in 1897 a rectory was built and in 1922, the main church was created. This was the first church in Chungcheongnam-do and it was divided in different locations such as Gongju, Anseong, Onyang and Dunpo. The grounds have three graveyards of prosecuted martyrs, 4626 sq.ft. area parish and rectory, retreat house, meeting room as well as beautiful view of the green including an old zelkova tree.


Chungcheongbuk-do(Jecheon-si)

The O-Train derives its name from the word "One," as the three provinces (Gangwon-do, Chungcheongbuk-do, Gyeongsangbuk-do) in the country's central inland region are connected by this one circular route. The train was designed with the theme of the four picturesque seasons of Baekdudaegan, Korea's biggest and longest mountain range that stretches from Baekdusan Mountain to Jirisan Mountain. The four-cabin train carries up to 205 people and includes separate seating options for families and couples to accommodate the needs of different passengers. There are also individual observatory seats for people traveling on their own. The train is well-equipped with various convenience facilities including a café, children's play area, toilets, etc. The train moves at the 165km per hour of speed, allowing passengers to reach Seoul to inland region quicker and easier than before. The exterior of the train is decorated with the pictures representing the beautiful scenery of Korea's four seasons, whereas the insides are dotted with highlights taken from Baekdudaegan mountain range.


Jeollanam-do(Haenam-gun)

Ttangkkeut Village in Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do is at the southernmost and the furthest point away from Seoul. Ttangkkeut Village's official regional name is Galdu-ri, Songji-myeon, Haenam-gun. Visitors can see the sunrise and sunset from the village, and the village hosts a sunrise festival every year. When descending 500 m from a beacon mound of Galdusan Mountain's observatory, visitors will see the triangular stone statue.


Chungcheongbuk-do(Chungju-si)

Hotel The Base has an indoor/outdoor wedding hall fully equipped for wedding ceremonies, along with conference rooms providing beam projectors, wall screen monitors, a speaker system, a Karaoke machine, and a miniature Eiffel Tower, all of which make for a beautiful interior.


Gangwon-do(Hongcheon-gun)

Hongcheon Ginkgo Forest is only open to the public during the month of October. This private forest was planted and has been maintained by one man for 30 years. He settled down in the area in 1985 with his wife who suffered from chronic indigestion. He started planting the ginkgo tree seeding on his spacious field after he heard about the medicinal effects of the mineral waters from Sambong Yaksu at the foot of Odaesan Mountain. The forest remained private until 2010, when its popularity spread by word of mouth. Since then, the owner has graciously agreed to open his private land up to the public for free during the month of October, when the whole forest takes on a golden hue.


Gyeonggi-do(Ansan-si)

The Seowon Tourist Hotel opened its doors in 1992 in Ansan-si Sangnok-gu. The owners pride themselves on their hotel facilities, home cooked meals, kind service, and cozy guestrooms. Seowon Tourist Hotel is a quiet and clean facility located close to the Banwol and Sihwa Industrial Complexes. It has 34 rooms, various banquet halls that can seat up to 200 people, a small seminar room, and a sauna that is well-known locally.


Gyeonggi-do(Yangju-si) , Paju(Heyri Art valley)

The Yangju Snow Festival will take place at Art Valley in Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do.During the festival, the venue will be filled with snow-white artworks as it also transform into a snow playground for the whole family to enjoy.