Daegu(Dalseong-gun)

The Dalseong Korea-Japan Friendship Center opened on May 3, 2012 to highlight the philanthropy of General Kim Chung-seon (Japanese name Sayaka, 1571-1642) and promote friendship between Korea and Japan. Kim Chung-seon was a Japanese general who defected to Korea during the Japanese invasion. Shortly after arriving on Korean soil as a commander of a Japanese army, Choi together with his subjects defected to Korea, a choice that has been traditionally attributed to his respect for Korean culture. He transferred the technology of manufacturing rifles to the Korean army and contributed greatly in battles in Gyeongju and Ulsan. A great number of tourists visit the center to learn about history, including students and their parents, as well as numerous Japanese tourists who visit to commemorate the spirit of General Kim. The center features exhibition rooms, a 3-D theater, a tea ceremony room, relics, manifestations of traditional games in Korea and Japan, documents from Wakayama Prefecture in Japan, and a site for experiencing archery, all of which can be utilized free of charge.


Gyeongsangnam-do(Geoje-si)

With warm ocean water and fresh palm trees around, Tropical Dream Resort is a place to be. Tropical Dream Resort is located in the beautiful Hallyeohaesang National Marine Park on Geojedo Island, Gyeongsangnam-do. The name 'Tropical Dream' is meant to represent a place where a dream of leaving for a warm tropical beach comes true. The resort has 5 separate villas named after tropical fruits called Mangosteen, Coconut, Papaya, Avocado1, and Avocado2. Every room has a whirlpool with a scenic view of the emerald-tinted southern ocean of Geojedo Island. Outside is an open-air pool where visitors can experience ultimate relaxation and refreshment. In addition, the resort has a classic cafe, and visitors may also enjoy diverse leisure activities including snorkling, trolling, AVT, and MTB.


Gyeongsangnam-do(Geoje-si)

The Geoje Island Flower Festival will be held at the Geoje-si Agriculture Development Complex in Geoje-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do. The festival will take on a culture and art theme with autumn flowers and insect displays, including around 100 chrysanthemum sculptures and 150 varieties of chrysanthemum. During the festival, there will be a range of programs such as cultural performances, hands-on activities, markets, contests and special events.


Chungcheongbuk-do(Chungju-si)

Located in Chungju-si, Chungbuk, Gloria Motel is situated in Suanbo Special Tourist Zone which is famous for the first natural hot spring water of Korea. It is the best place for the tourists who enjoy spa as 53 degree natural hot spring water is provided into all the wide rooms. The foot of mt. Wolak that lies from Chungju-si of Chungcheongbukdo to Mungyeong-si of Gyeongsangbukdo encloses the motel like a folding screen, and the steep strange rocks and bizarre stones and fresh waterfall provide magnificent view. The rocks are big and large along the valley, and it is good to take a rest along the clear and heavy water running down.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Ulleung-gun)

The Chusan Ilga Pension is located right below Mt. Songgotsan in Chusan-ri, Buk-myeon. It boasts a fascinating landscape created by the clean East Sea, rarely shaped rocks and cliffs like Kokkiri (Elephant) Bawi Rock.


Gangwon-do(Gangneung-si)

It is a place where you can enjoy fresh raw sliced fish and maeuntang (fish stew) 24 hours a day. This restaurant's signature menu is sliced raw fish. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.


Gyeonggi-do(Gapyeong-gun)

Eobi Valley of Eobisan Mountain is a geographically important site, as it sets the boundaries for Gail-ri, Seorak-myeon and Yongmun-ri, Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun. ‘Eobi’ (meaning ‘fish flying’) is the name given to this valley, where fish can regularly be seen jumping out of the valley's pristine water. It is also an ideal destination for families with children, as the stream is shallow, the water flows at a gentle pace, the temperature is mild and it is full of interesting pebbles.


Gangwon-do(Donghae-si)

The Sem Motel, located close to the sea, is a motel that is reminiscent of the European countryside. The motel is tastefully decorated and includes a restaurant and a computer lab. Rooms are sectioned off into bedroom and living area, so that guest members can sleep without being bothered. All rooms have a coffee table where guests can sit back and relax.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu)

Located in Itaewon, La Tavola was the first original Italian pizza restaurant to open in the area. It continues to draw a steady stream of customers, many of whom are foreign nationals. Around 30 different types of pizza and pasta are served at the restaurant as well as an assortment of Italian wines. Boasting illustrated walls and a clean interior, this refined and modern restaurant has become a fixture in the Itaewon dining scene.


Daejeon(Yuseong-gu)

The Jeongsimhwa International Cultural Center is the large building on the right, just past the gate of Chungnam National University. ‘Jeongsimhwa’ is the Buddhist name of Ms. Lee Bok-Soon, who donated her lifetime savings (a total of five billion won) to the university back in 1990. She had earned the money over the course of many years by selling gimbap (rice rolled in seaweed), which currently sells for only 1,000 or 2,000 won a roll. The cultural center was built in commemoration of the late Ms. Lee. After a series of setbacks and through the effort of many helping hands, construction was finally completed in 2000. The Jeongsimhwa Hall at the center has 1,817 seats and is used for concerts, performances, and other large-scale events. Baekma Hall (450 seats) and Daedeok Hall (200 seats) are used primarily for seminars. For visitors’ convenience, the Jeongsimhwa International Cultural Center has a parking area with space for up to 268 cars.