Daegu(Dalseong-gun)

Dongdo Confucian Academy is located in Dongdo-ri, Guji-myeon, Dalseong-gun and is one of the five major Confucian schools in Korea along with Byeongsanseowon, Oksanseowon, Sosuseowon and Dosanseowon Confucian Academies.The school was first established by Confucian scholars in 1568 at the eastern base of Biseulsan Mt., but was burnt down during the Japanese Invasion in 1592. In 1605, the school was reconstructed on its current site and was re-named ‘Borodong.’ In 1607, the name was changed to ‘Dongdo.’ ‘Dongdo’ means that the teachings (Do) of Sung Confucianism come from the East (Dong).Dongdoseowongandangsadangbujangwon, National Treasure No. 350, is part of the school and was designated Cultural Site No. 488 on Oct. 10th 2007. This unusually long name refers to the classroom, shrine, and walls of the Confuncian Academy in Dongdo.Must-see features of the school are the earthen wall, a hall named ‘Jungjeongdang,’ the Suwollu Pavilion and the 400-year-old ginkgo trees. The earthen wall has beautiful patterns in the shape of birds engraved in it and is the only earthen wall in the nation to be designated a national treasure.If you continue past the ginkgo trees outside you’ll see the Suwollu Pavilion. The picturesque view from the pavilion is breath-taking.At Jungjeongdang, there is a sculpture with four dragon heads, each holding either cintamani (a bead) or a fish in its mouth. This sculpture, which is called 'Samuljam,' symbolizes the teaching of Confucius telling us not to speak, act, or even listen if it’s not done in the right way.Dongdoseowon Confucian Academy contains the ancestral tablets of Kim Geong-pil and Hangang Jeong Gu. The school holds ancestral ceremonies on the day of Jungjeong every February and August.


Daegu(Suseong-gu)

Grand Duty Free at Daegu Grand Hotel is the first duty free shop in downtown Daegu and operates duty free shopping at Daegu Airport as well as an online shop. The shop provides international luxury brand items and local specialties at great prices.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Daehangno・Seongbukdong

Nestled in a tranquil neighborhood, the Gansong Art Museum, which stretches over 4,000 pyeong (13,223 square meters), is a respite from the bustling city streets. Bahwagak, the main building, is home to a number of some of the rarest Korean antiquities. This collection of national treasures is the lifelong work of founder, Jeon Hyeong-pil.This art museum holds some of the oldest paintings in Korea. The museum only opens its doors to the public for two weeks in May and October and has done so every year since its opening in October 1971. The Gansong Art Museum’s collections are highly regarded for their high quality and artistic caliber.The Gansong Art Museum is located at 2nd Level of Design Exhibition Hall of Dongdaemun Design Plaza. The Kansong art exhibition will be on display at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP).


Seoul(Mapo-gu) , Hongik-University-Area

Located near centum city in Hongdae(Hongik University Street), Jangbaksa GuGongTan-Gopchang is a designated exemplary restaurant. Only the most strictly selected ingredients are used and only Korean beef tripe are used as the main ingredients. The premium tripe has outstanding texture and is highly nutritious. It is tender at first but the more you chew, the more you will enjoy the crunchy texture and plain but deeply pleasing taste.  


Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Apgujeong・Cheongdamdong

BuonaSera is a new well-being restaurant serving authentic Italian food, embodying the harmonization of both modern and classical cultures, fashion, and art of Italy. The restaurant was set up with the assistance of Italy's best food/restaurant/brand specialists and serves high-grade food cooked by Chef Paolo de Maria and Korea's Italian cuisine specialists. BuonaSera provides a small community expressing an Italian way of life, rather than a typical restaurant with great food and service.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Euljiro・Chungmuro・Namsan

The T Mark Hotel located in Myeongdong is a premier business hotel with 14 above-ground floors and 4 basement floors. The hotel has 288 guest rooms, which include 60 double, 176 twin and 49 triple rooms. Every guest room has a 32-inch LED smart TV, bathtub, bidet and wired/wireless high-speed internet. The hotel also houses an Italian restaurant, and a rooftop garden. It also provides a shuttle bus service to famous tourist attractions like Namdaemun Gate, Myeongdong, and Seoul Station. The letter T of the hotel name represents the first letter of the words Tourist and Traveler. The premier business hotel which is located adjacent to many tourist spots such as N Seoul Tower, Namsangol Hanok Village, Dongdaemun Gate and Insa-dong, aims to offer the best service at a reasonable price.


 
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Gangwon-do(Chuncheon-si)

Located by Uiamho Lake in the beautiful city of Chuncheon, KT&G Sangsangmadang Chuncheon is a cultural facility that gives visitors and artists the enjoyment, experience, and appreciation of arts and culture. The compound stands on the former location of Gangwon Gymnasium and the Chuncheon Children's Center.Amenities include a theater, live studio, gallery, lecture room, cafe, accommodations, and a music room. 


Jeju-do(Seogwipo-si) , The Eastern Part of the Jeju Island

Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak rose from under the sea in a volcanic eruption over 100,000 years ago. Located on the eastern end of Jejudo Island, there is a huge crater at the top of Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak. The crater is about 600m in diameter and 90m high. With the 99 sharp rocks surrounding the crater, it looks like a gigantic crown. While the southeast and north sides are cliffs, the northwest side is a verdant grassy hill that is connected to the Seongsan Village. The ridge provides an ideal spot for walks and for horse riding as well. The sunrise from the crater is magnificent. Also the Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak surrounded by bright yellow colored rapeseed flowers in the spring is truly a sight to behold.  


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

The city of Cheonan is famous for hodu-gwaja as the region has long been a major producer of hodu (walnut). The origin of hodu-gwaja can be traced back to when bread and baking was first introduced to Korea. From then on, hodu-gwaja became a popular tasty treat that is often bought as a present by those visiting Cheonan. This sweet snack is generally shaped like a walnut, with a sweet red bean filling and either a whole or half walnut inside. However, Cheonan Yennal Hodu-gwaja makes their hodu-gwaja in a slightly different way. Their 60-year-old recipe uses domestically processed wheat flour and peeled white beans for a smoother texture. Cheonan Yennal Hodu-gwaja's direct management store in Myeong-dong offers great treats for everyone without having to travel to Cheonan.  


Seoul(Gangnam-gu)

Established in 1978, Hotel Samjung is a top accommodation in Seoul. In addition to 159 guestrooms, the hotel has five in-house restaurants and bars, as well as various convenience facilities including banquet halls, a spa and a business center. Moreover, there is a garden designed to provide haven from the hustle and bustle of city life.