Incheon(Jung-gu) , Incheon Center

Must-Visit Tourist Spot in Incheon: The Cheongil Jogyeji Border Stairway Cheongil Jogyeji Border Stairway If you are planning a trip to Incheon, one of Korea's representative cities, the Cheongil Jogyeji Border Stairway is a must-visit attraction. Located in Jeondong, Jung-gu, Incheon, this historical site marks the boundary between the Qing Dynasty and Japanese concessions established in 1884. It was designated as Incheon's Monument No. 51 on December 23, 2002. The area, which began with the Japanese concession in 1883, is a space where the boundary between the Qing Dynasty and Japanese concessions was established in 1884, connected by steps and landscaping to what is now Jayu Park (formerly known as Manguk Park). This stairway, with a history of about 120 years, has a central stone staircase, with the left side representing the Qing concession and the right side representing the Japanese concession. The buildings on either side of the stairs distinctly showcase the architectural styles and characteristics of each country. One of the notable features of the Cheongil Jogyeji Border Stairway is its design, which includes a rest area to accommodate the steep incline and landscaped areas for visitors to relax and enjoy the scenic views of Incheon Port. The stairs are located on the steep southwestern slope of Jayu Park, where the different architectural styles of the Qing and Japanese buildings vividly illustrate the historical significance of this area. While the stairs themselves might not hold much intrinsic value, the historical and locational significance of the Cheongil Jogyeji Border Stairway makes it a site of great importance. When visiting Incheon, it is highly recommended to explore this historic site along with Jayu Park, offering a glimpse into the intertwined history of Korea, Japan, and China.


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Ttangkkeut Sunset Sunrise Festival will take place at Ttangkkuet Village in Songji-myeon, Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do. The festival includes a sunset and sunrise ceremony, and ttangkkeut music concert. The festival is famous for the unique view of the sunrise through a crack between the rocks of Hyeongjebawi next to Galduhang Port.


Jeollabuk-do(Iksan-si)

Located in Iksan city, Jeollabuk-do, Palace Spa is appreciated by tourists for the quality of its hot water spring, which is highly alkalescent with a PH value of 9.5, which is very rare in Korea, and its numerous natural minerals. Palace Spa is within easy reach of public transportation including Samnye Bus Terminal, Samnye Station, and Iksan Station. Surrounding tourist attractions include Mireuksa Temple Site, Jewel Museum, and Five-story Stone Pagoda in Wanggung-ri.


Gangwon-do(Gangneung-si)

You can enjoy Seolleongtang (ox bone soup) with lots of Korean beef. This restaurant's signature menu is ox none soup. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.


Jeju-do(Seogwipo-si)

Cheong-jae-seol-heon (English name, ‘Healing Garden’) is a bed & breakfast nestled on the foot of Hallasan Mt. in Jeju Island. Simple and modern design building is surrounded by well arranged garden with a small pond and some artworks beautifully placed here and there. A tangerine farmer, Kim Ju Deok provides relaxing accommodation at such great environment with breakfast that she cooks herself with vegetables from her backyard. This is a place that feels tranquility and the warmth of Korean Ajumma (married woman).


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

KT Square is a multi-complex that offers various cultural performances as well as hands-on experiences of the latest in IT technology. Gallery 130 showcases the history of KT Corp.


Daegu(Jung-gu)

Rivertain Hotel Daegu is one of the best business hotels you can find in the city in terms of quality of the facilities, pleasantness, and convenience. All the guestrooms are finished with environment-friendly materials and furnished with 'Ace Bed,' the most popular bed brand in Korea, anti-allergy goose down blankets, and top-quality linen sheets to ensure that the guests have a good night’s sleep, including the steam clothing care system 'Styler' for business travelers. There are also three free bottles of drinking water in each room. The hotel serves breakfast consisting of steamed rice, soup, side dishes, toast, cereals, and eggs that are cooked on the spot. It’s very conveniently located close to the City Hall, around which are lots of places for dining, touring, and shopping. Thanks to various means of public transportation in the vicinity of the hotel, it’s also very easy to get to many tourist destinations in the city. Geundae-ro, Jung-gu, one of the Top 100 Tourist Attractions in Korea, is within walking distance from the hotel. Popular tourist destinations in the vicinity of the hotel include Seomun Market, Kim Gwangseok-gil Street, Fashion Oriental Medicine Road, and Bongsan Culture Street.


Gyeonggi-do(Paju-si)

Philips Motel in Paju, which is close to Seoul and is also not far from North Korea, has become popular with not only general tourists but also business travelers as Paju City Hall is situated close by. The hotel, which comprises two buildings, has large guest rooms and a spacious parking lot in which even several buses can be parked, so the hotel receives numerous tourist groups, too. Tourists can visit the DMZ (demilitarized zone) including the Odusan Unification Observatory and the Imjingak Tourist Site.


Incheon(Ganghwa-gun)

Nadeul-gil means a leisurely outing (nadeuri) road. Comprised of 19 courses in total, the Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Trail offers a variety of historical assets and cultural sites to see. Each Nadeul-gil course connects Ganghwa Fortress outposts that are located every 1.3 km on high ground along the walking paths. The trails are on the island of Ganghwa which holds many Goryeo Dynasty remains that are important to Korean history. Fortresses that stood against Mongolian invasions are still standing and many of the Goryeo Kingdom’s palaces and royal tomb sites are also found in Ganghwa region. Exploring the major cultural heritage sites dispersed throughout the town can be just as fun as exploring Ganghwa’s natural beauty. The sunset on the Seohae (West coast), expansive open mud flats, views from Marisan and Goryeosan Mountains and the peaceful farming villages are just a handful of the sights along this walking trail. The establishment of Ganghwa Nadeul-gil’s begins with the ancient scholar Go Jae-hyeong (pen name Hwanam), who left his hometown Ganghwa on a spring day in 1906 when the peach trees were in full bloom. He walked through more than 100 villages around the whole island. Back home, he composed poems about his journey and published them under the title of “Simdo Gihaeng (Simdo Travels),” Simdo being another name for Ganghwa. During his travels, he sang songs of his home Ganghwa. Thanks to his work, people can now follow in the footsteps of Hwanam and his appreciation of the beautiful scenery and great people of Ganghwa Island.