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Old Walls of Jijeon Village in Muju (무주 지전마을 옛 담장)
Jeollabuk-do(Muju-gun)

The Old Wall of Jijeon Village in Muju is a traditional stone wall with a length of 700 meters. The stone wall was built of mud and natural stones and the overall look blends in harmony with the village's traditional atmosphere.

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Namhae Gacheon Village (남해 가천마을)
Gyeongsangnam-do(Namhae-gun)

Gacheon Village is on Namhae, the fifth largest island in Korea. Gacheon Village is located on the island's southwestern side between Wolpo and Sachon beaches, facing out into the open ocean. Originally called Gancheon, the village is known for the hard-working villagers who eke out a living on the steep slope between the mountain peak and the ocean. The village is also known for the terraced rice paddies spread out across these slopes.

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Hyangdan - Hanok Stay (향단 - 한옥스테이)
Gyeongsangbuk-do(Gyeongju-si)

Her loyalty towards her parents Hyangdan Yangdong Village as a whole was designated as the 189th Important Folk Relic on December 20, 1984. As a renowned upper class community in the past, the village has twelve Important Folk Relics and seven Cultural Assets of Gyeongsangbuk-do. Located in the village, Hyangdan was built in 1543 and designated as the 412th Treasure on November 14, 1964. It was originally a vast 99-kan* hanok, but it was reduced to a 51-kan, one-story tile-roofed hanok after the site was burned down. There is a 9-kan building facing the front that was once used as the servants' quarters. Beyond it lies the main building which is the same size. (*Kan: a traditional measurement that corresponds to the space between two columns)

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Herb Guesthouse (허브게스트하우스) [한국관광품질인증/Korea Quality]
Incheon(Jung-gu)

Located in Unseo-dong near Incheon International Airport, Herb Guesthouse is a two-story guesthouse that is popular among foreign tourists coming to Korea and Korean tourists traveling abroad. The owner of the guesthouse makes sure that the rooms are clean and well-organized, because he wants to give a good first impression of Korea to foreign guests. The bread provided in the shared kitchen is replaced with a fresh one every day, and only good-quality toilet paper is used. There is a subway going to Incheon International Airport in the vicinity of the guesthouse, but guests are advised to take the bus because there is a bus stop right next to the guesthouse. Pick-up service is available for those with lots of luggage.

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Seongho Memorial Hall (성호기념관)
Gyeonggi-do(Ansan-si)

The Seongho Memorial Hall was built by the municipality of Ansan in memory of Seongho Yi Ik (1681-1763), a great Neo-Confucian scholar from Ansan, to house his personal academic works and associated artifacts. The memorial hall was opened in May 2002 and has on exhibit the personal handwritten materials and works of Yi Ik and other relics related to his studies and philosophy. Major exhibits include Yi Ik’s hand-written poems and letters, the Seongho literary book, and books written by Toegye Yi Hwang, Misu Heo Bok, Bangye Yu Hyeong-won, and Dasan Jeong Yak-yong, most of which are the original copies. There are also a significant number of relics on exhibit that were once owned by individual collectors.

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Gyeonghogang River (경호강)
Gyeongsangnam-do(Sancheong-gun)

Gyeonghogang denotes the 32km-long waterway from Gangjeong Village in Eoseo-ri, Saengcho-myeon, Sancheong-gun to Jinyangho Lake in Jinju. Drivers can enjoy the beautiful scenery around the river as it runs parallel to National Road No. 3.The river does not have big rocks but has sandy banks and pebbles instead. The current is swift but the rapids are not very turbulent, making the river ideal for rafting. Many adventure seekers come to Gyeonghogang River to enjoy the thrill of rafting.

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Samsa Marine Park (삼사해상공원)
Gyeongsangbuk-do(Yeongdeok-gun)

Samsa Marine Park is located south of Gangguhang Port, overlooking the expansive East Sea. Thanks to its picturesque beauty and variety of facilities, the park is a favorite weekend picnic spot for families. Major facilities include Theme Land, Happy Land, a performance hall, bungalows, restaurants, and stores. There is even an artificial waterfall and a 20 ton-rock carved with floral patterns that add an extra element of unique beauty. In the park you can see a great bell called Gyeongbuk Daejong, which was made to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the province. Another must-see sight for visitors to Gyeongsangbuk-do is Manghyangtap Pagoda, which was set up by those originally from North Korea. Every year on New Year’s Eve, a bell ringing ceremony takes place during the area’s sunrise festival as those separated from their families wish for reunification.

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Jukheon Traditional House (죽헌고택)
Gyeongsangbuk-do(Andong-si)

Located near Bongjeongsa Temple of Andong, North Gyeongsang Province, Jukheon Traditional House (146th Folk Heritage of North Gyeongsang Province) was constructed in 1886 by Kim Gajin, an independence activist. Meeting the sunrise from this historical heritage is sure to be the highlight of one’s trip. The house follows the square layout characteristic to the late Joseon period houses. The house itself is surrounded by old pine trees that add to the charm of the house. Jukheon Traditional House has four Korean traditional rooms, namely the 2-person Jukheon Gallery, Study, Elisabeth Room and the 4-person Jukheon Dongnong Room. The house demonstrates the traditional beauty of Korean houses like the wooden platform hall built upon the stone foundations, screens, and roofs with exposed beam. The screens open to the view of the stone fence and the mountains far away. Elizabeth Room was constructed to commemorate the visit of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of United Kingdom to UNESCO World Heritage site Bongjeongsa Temple in 1999. ‘Queen Elizabeth Road’ stretches from the Jukheon Traditional House to the Bongjeongsa Temple, allowing the guests to trace Her Majesty’s visit with their own steps. A mill with a thatched roof, located to the side of the complex, allows the guests to experience the traditional stepping mill. The pillar of the mill building is adorned with flags from all over the world, testifying to the many international visitors who have stayed at the house. Guests can also enjoy a free breakfast of toast, coffee, and other simple fare on the open hall of the building.

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House of Sogang (소강고택)[한국관광품질인증제/ Korea Quality]
Gyeongsangbuk-do(Bonghwa-gun)

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Danchon Seowon Gotaek (단촌서원고택)
Chungcheongbuk-do(Danyang-gun)

Danchon Seowon Gotaek is an old Hanok sitting in harmony with beautiful mountains, fields, and valleys of Danyang. Once entering the high gate, there are Daffodil Room and Red Clay Room on the right, and Woodland Peony Room and Apricot Flower Room on the left. In the rather big main building are Peony Room, Cotton Room, and White Dandelion Room. A picturesque pavilion stands impressively next to the main building. The living room of the Peony Room is equipped with antique furniture and pictures, whereas there are rafters, big beams, and wooden floor in the living room of White Dandelion Room. Daffodil Room and Apricot Flower Room also boast of traditional rafters and beams. Since Daffodil Room and Red Clay Room are small, they share kitchen and bathroom, and the rates are more affordable. The cafe in the corner of the yard, with thousands of vinyls and players collected by the owner, is a good place to listen to music, or have a cup of coffee or tea. It is also refreshing to have a walk along the path beside the spring running in front of a big old tree. At night on clear weather, you can enjoy a starry sky. It takes about 20 minutes car by from the accommodation to Danyang Gugyeong Market, and 8 minutes to Suyang Gaebit Tunnel.

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