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Cheongpyeonghoban Maeuntang Village
Gyeonggi-do(Gapyeong-gun) , Yangpyeong

Cheongpyeonghoban Maeuntang Village is located on the shores of Cheongpyeong Lake, designated a national attraction in 1943. The restaurants gathered here serve maeuntang (spicy fish stew), haemul tang (spicy seafood stew), sanchae jeongsik (set menu with seasoned wild vegetables) and many other traditional foods.

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Jeoji Oreum (Dakmol Oreum)
Jeju-do(Jeju-si)

Jeoji Oreum is situated in Jeoji-ri, Hangyeong-myeon in Jeju-si. This parasitic cone rises 239 meters above sea level, is 100 meters high, and has a crater with a circumference of 800 meters and 62 meters deep. The crater is round and in the shape of a funnel. It is said that Jeoji Oreum is as old as Jeoji Village. It is also called Dakmoru or Sae Oreum. Nearby, there are Gamaechang Oreum and Heoritdang, showing just how long the history of Jeoji Village is. In the past, people harvested wild weeds from Jeoji Oreum to cover their thatched-roof houses. Over time, trees were planted and today, Jeoji Oreum is covered with a dense forest. The area has been designated a "Forest of Life" since June 2005. The Jeoji Oreum is the last point on Olle trail, Route 13.

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Taebaek Traditional Korean Guesthouse
Gangwon-do(Taebaek-si)

This traditional guesthouse overlooks Taebaeksan Mountain, the summit of Hambaeksan Mountain, and the ski hills of O2 Resort. The houses on the site were moved from the ancient villages of Gyeongju, Yeongcheon and Gyeongsan in Gyeongsangbuk-do, and then restored.Some houses are equipped with a furnace for heating in the winter. The inner and outer walls of the buildings are made with red clay. There is a small detached room similar to a pavilion, called cheongpungnu, on both sides of the gate. The hanok buildings were built using good lumber that has lasted more than 200 years old. Consisting of 6 buildings in total, this traditional guesthouse was remodeled to provide more modernized facilities for guests.The hanok is equipped with open yard great for outdoor activities, where visitors can set up and enjoy Korean barbeques, or sit on a straw mat or wooden bench to view dazzling stars in the peaceful rural night sky. The owner may offer you treats during your stay; sweet, juicy watermelon in summer for a cooling effect or baked sweet potatoes on winter nights to fight the cold temperatures in the country side.Also, traditional folk games are available, as well as experience programs like watching a traditional wedding ceremony, playing yutnori, making rice cakes and more are ready. Read a review in English (blog post).

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Seongnamsa Temple
Gyeongsangnam-do(Namhae-gun)

The name of the temple is believed to have originated from the fact that it is located in the south of Gajisan or Seokansan. Built in 824 A.D. (during the 16th year of King Heondeok’s reign), the temple was destroyed during the Japanese Invasions of Korea (1592-1598) and rebuilt in 1674 (during the 15th year of King Hyeongjong’s reign). Since then, it has gone through rebuilding several times. Consisting of 30 buildings, the temple is home to many Buddhist nuns. Seongnamsa Three Story Pagoda (Local Tangible Cultural Property No. 5) was built in 824 A.D. by Monk Doui, reflecting his wish of protecting the country from foreign invasions. The pagoda was initially placed in front of Daeungjeon, but moved to the current location in 1973. Other notable relics in the temple include the Statue of Monk Doui (National Treasure No. 369), Three Story Sarira Pagoda, and Stone Water Tank (Cultural Property Material No. 4).  

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Hotel Picasso Gangwon - Goodstay
Gangwon-do(Donghae-si)

Hotel Picasso, located near Donghae of Gangwon-do, has 4 different types of rooms – Korean-style rooms, western-style rooms, special rooms, and villa-style rooms. The villa-style rooms are similar to condominiums in that guests can cook inside or outside in the barbeque area. Other amenities include breakfast (rice porridge) and the Picasso Theater. Nearby tourist sites include Cheongok Cave, Daegeumgul Cave, and Hwanseongul Cave.

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Yonghwasa Temple
Gyeongsangbuk-do(Sangju-si)

Yonghwasa Temple is home to two official national treasures, Seokjoyeoraejwasang (Seated stone Buddha statue; National Treasure No.120) and Seokburipsang (Standing stone Buddha statue; National Treasure No.118). Pieces of broken stone pagodas, lanterns and fountains still remain at the site.

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Merdian Hotel Donghae - Goodstay
Gangwon-do(Donghae-si)

The Merdian Hotel Donghae is located in the famous Donghae-si (literally "east sea"), known for having gorgeous sunrise views. Guests can stay at the hotel at a low price. Located in the central downtown district, the hotel is easy to reach. Merdian Hotel is a modernized hotel that uses an automated check-in system.

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Goodstay Gyeongwon BIZ Motel - Goodstay
Ulsan(Dong-gu)

Located in Dong-gu Ulsan, Gyeongwon BIZ Motel, as the four-story modern building, has various business facilities for guests who visit for business in Ulsan. The motel is 5-minutes walk from the gate of Hyundai Heavy Industry in Ulsan and is close to Ulsan University Hospital, Hyundai Department Store, Hyundai Art Hall, and Hyundai Hotel. So, domestic and foreign business travelers like it. The work station on the first station is equipped with PC and various office supplies, and all rooms have the Internet access. Especially, the staff who can speak in foreign language always stays in the business center to help the business travelers. In the work station, an independent booth is additionally installed to help business travelers to do their personal work. Rooms are divided into standard rooms and special rooms with kitchen. The room's interior is neat and clean, so that it provides the comfortable bedding atmosphere.

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Muryangsa Temple
Chungcheongnam-do(Buyeo-gun)

Muryangsa Temple, located at the foot of Mansusan Mountain in Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do, is said to have been built during the reign of Silla’s King Munmu by national preceptor Beomilguksa.Geungnakjeon Hall, Treasure No. 356, can be seen after passing through Sacheonwangmun Gate, recognizably the best location for taking in the beauty of Muryangsa Temple. The temple grounds hold the Two-story Geungnakjeon Hall, Five-story Stone Pagoda (Treasure No. 185), and Stone Lantern (Treasure No. 233), all in a row. Terracotta Seated Amitabha Triad at Muryang Temple in Buyeo, Treasure No. 1565, also shows off its dignity.The temple is also famous for being the place where Kim Siseup, one of the Saengyuksin (Six Loyal Subjects of the Joseon Dynasty), spent his last few days before death. Visitors can see his portrait inside the temple. Although the temple site is included in Buyeo-gun’s administrative district, it is located closer to downtown Boryeong.

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

Gamaksan Mountain gets its name from the slivers of bluish tinged rock (‘Gamak’ meaning ‘dark blue rock’) on the mountain. Located between Seoul and Gaeseong, the mountain offers a view of Songaksan Mountain in Gaeseong and Bukhansan Mountain in Seoul. At the western foothills are the old Beomryunsa Temple and, 30 meters away, Ungyepokpo Waterfall. Below Janggunbong Peak you’ll find Imkkeokjeonggul Cave where Imkkeokjeong, the legendary Korean Robin Hood, hid from government troops. Nearby is a monument for soldiers from England who were lost in the Korean War.

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