Chungcheongnam-do(Boryeong-si)

The Boryeong Beach Special Tourist Zone consists of three major attractions: Daecheon Beach, Muchangpo Beach and Jukdo Island. The 3.5-kilometer-long, 100-meter-wide Daecheon Beach is known for its annual Boryeong Mud Festival, which attracts about 2 million domestic and international tourists for its mud festivities. The soft, white sand and lush pine trees also make this an idyllic beach to visit. Various accommodations can easily be found here since the area has been a popular tourist destination for quite some time. Located south of Daecheon Beach, Muchangpo Beach is where you can witness a sea-parting phenomenon in the summer. The 1.5-kilometer “Mystic Sea Road” between Muchangpo Beach and Seokdaedo Island reveals itself when the sea levels go down due to the difference in the ebb and flow of the tides. During the sea parting, visitors will be able to catch clams, crabs and shellfish. The beach also offers a breathtaking view of the sunset. Jukdo Island is located midway between Daecheon Beach and Muchangpo Beach. This unpopulated fishing island is known for its dense groves of bamboo trees. The waters in front of the island are clean and full of fish, drawing a large number of visitors for sea fishing. [Boryeong Beach Special Tourist Zone] Areas Covered: Sinheuk-dong, Doksan/Gwandang-ri and Woljeon-ri, Nampo-myeon, Boryeong-si Area size: 2,520,000㎡ Tourist attractions: Daecheon Beach, Muchangpo Beach, Jukdo Island, Gatbawi Rock, Boryeong Palgyeong (8 scenic sites of Boryeong), Oseosan Mountain, etc.  


Gyeongsangnam-do(Geoje-si)

Tourists travel from far and wide to visit the Geoje Codfish Festival and particularly to participate in the Codfish Direct Sales Marketplace, and the on-the-spot codfish auctions. As well as these famous events, the Geoje Codfish Festival presents a variety of performances and events including the Geoje specialty farmer’s market and the Geoje Codfish Quiz Competition, there will also be a food marketplace. Throughout the festival visitors will be able to buy codfish and salted fish at affordable prices.


Chungcheongnam-do(Nonsan-si)


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Ulleung-gun)

Located in Namseori Beach in the west of Ulleungdo, Saja Bawi Rock is famous for its spectacular sunset views. There is also a legend of General Yi Sa-bu of the Silla Kingdom (57 BC ~AD 935). Upon the order of the king of Silla, Yi set out on a military campaign to conquer Usanguk, the former name of Ulleungdo. The rough land and strong waves of Usanguk made it difficult for Yi to anchor his vessel. Showing the King of Usanguk the wooden lion sitting at the head of his vessel, Yi threatened to kill everyone on the island. Fearful of the lion, the king took off his war helmet and surrendered. Legend says that the wooden lion became Saja (Lion) Bawi Rock.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Gyeongju-si)

Oksan Motel is located outside of downtown. Oksan Motel is not big but has the hotel class facilities. Because the motel is located in the northern area of Gyeongju and is between Gyeongju and Pohang. Motel guests can enjoy a valley and sea together. Oksan Motel building is white and has 3 stories. Also, unlike normal motels, Oksan Motel has a luxury resort atmosphere. There are total 23 rooms of 4 types; standard room, superior room, Korean-style room and group room. The first floor has a front desk and restaurant and 2nd and 3rd floor has rooms. Especially, the group room and superior room on the 2nd floor connect to the second floor garden. The room is equipped with TV, fridge, air-conditioner, fan, bath and toilet, and is well-maintained like the hotel class.


Gyeonggi-do(Yongin-si) , Yongin

Started in 1985, a long running Rose Festival opens every year in May. With 20,000 m² size rose garden, visitors can see various kind of flowers while enjoying the amusement park.


Gangwon-do(Gangneung-si)

A hidden restaurant where local residents go. This restaurant's signature menu is grilled skirt meat. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.


Gwangju(Dong-gu)

The Jueangjeolli cliffs are rock pillars of various hexagonal shapes that seem as if they were hand carved. The Jusangjeolli cliffs of Mudeungsan Mountain consist of Seoseokdae, Ipseokdae, and Gyubong Rocks formed about 70 million years ago. Ipseokdae and Gyubong Rocks are both of a distinct pillar shape as they have been heavily weathered, and Seoseokdae, which was less weathered, looks like a folding screen. The Neodeolgeong (cluster of rocks), which sit on the mountain slope, were made when stone pillars collapsed. The standing rocks and Neodolgeong have been designated as Natural Monuments due to their rarity and uniqueness.


Jeollabuk-do(Jeonju-si)

This hanok (traditional Korean house) hotel was opened in 2018. Its location near Jeonju Hanok Village, the central point of Jeonju tourism, gives it excellent access to destinations in Jeonju. As evident from its name, the hotel promises a comfortable stay in a hanok. The hotel complex stands on a plot of land spanning 19,840 m2, containing 11 residential buildings and other facilities. Each residential building is named after the kings of the Joseon Dynasty. Gojonggwan, named after King Gojong, contains six rooms. The rooms are divided into Gold and Silver Rooms, and are classified into Grade 2, Grade 3, and Grade 5 rooms, all including bathrooms and restrooms in addition to bedrooms. The rooms are furnished to offer the unique aesthetics of hanok in modern comforts. The view of the wooden exposed beams (Gold Room), wooden furniture, and the sunlight from the window wall offer an insight into the beauty of Korea’s traditional residence. All rooms are also equipped with modern comforts such as wireless Internet, TV, refrigerator, and air conditioning. The hotel also boasts a wide array of facilities, including a spacious parking lot with a capacity of about 150 cars, a hanok cafe serving coffee and traditional tea, and the Convention Center with spaces, such as Daejanggeum Hall and Chungmugong Hall, which offers ideal venues for seminars and other large events. The two hanok restaurants on the premise, Samtaegeuk and Samjogo Restaurant, are designated as COVID-19 Safe Restaurants by the city of Jeonju. It takes only 10 min by car to reach most tourist sites in Jeonju Hanok Village.


Gangwon-do(Gangneung-si)

It is a place where you can eat Makguksu and Suyuk (boiled beef slices). This restaurant's signature menu is buckwheat noodles. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.