Seoul(Jung-gu)

Barugongyang Gosang is a Buddhist restaurant located on the 2nd basement floor of Center One Avenue in Euljiro, Jung-gu, Seoul. The name ‘Barugongyang’ refers to the name of the meal served at temples, where the simple act of eating is also a part of general discipline or training practices. Buddhist meals, which consist mainly of vegetarian and traditional foods, are attracting a great deal of attention worldwide as one of the most representative well-being and LOHAS (Life Style of Health and Sustainability) foods. The restaurant serves a dinner course, lunch special, and seasonal specialties.      


Seoul(Mapo-gu) , Yeouido・Yeongdeungpo・Mapo

Mapo Art Center is an innovative cultural art space near college campuses including Hongik and Seogang universities. Art Hall Mac, operated by Mapo Art Center is a fascinating performance hall for a wide range of cultural events. The art hall boasts a stunning exterior as well as finely-appointed facilities that allow the audience to enjoy a diverse genre of performances. The art hall consists of two sections of Play Mac (for smaller performances like puppet shows, solo concerts and children’s performances) and Gallery Mac (where visitors engage in interactive programs). The center also has diverse leisure facilities such as a swimming pool, gym, fitness center, golf club as well as a training center. Other amenities available include a powder room, multi-purpose hall, training room, playpen, and Sky Park.


Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Apgujeong・Cheongdamdong

Mucha is a premium jewelry company owned and operated by Kim Jeong Ju, a renowned gemologist, jewelry designer and jewelry coordinator. The store carries fine jewelry under three brands - Mucha, Kiss by Mucha, and Mucha Arno, and offers custom-design services as well. Meanwhile, Mucha jewelry has been worn by many celebrities, and featured in many Korean dramas.


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

Jang Suwon, who is the member of Korea’s first-generation boyband idol group, “Sechs Kies,” has transformed himself into a restaurant entrepreneur from being, previously, a singer and actor. Yummy Kampong is a Singaporean seafood restaurant, and they pride themselves on the fact that they use locally caught ingredients for freshness. The most popular dish is the, ‘Kampong Chicken.’ It has a spicy, and yet an explosively sour taste, which stimulates your taste buds. You can sometimes catch Jang Suwon, who helps out in serving at the restaurant, taking photos with his fans at the restaurant.  


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

Dongjin Market is the only traditional market located in Yeonnam-dong, and operates much as a normal market on weekdays. However, Dongjin Market operates a special Night Market on Fridays, as well as special Saturday and Sunday markets. The market changes into a format of a flea market on the weekends with people selling handmade accessories and produce grown within the city. The market also offers a cooking workshop and other dynamic programs.


Seoul(Gwangjin-gu)

Achasan Mountain Ecological Park was established under the Seoul Metropolitan Government's Five Year Plan for Urban Green Expansion. Through various events and activities, the park provides opportunities to experience and learn about nature and its ecology. Major facilities include Eco Park, Rendezvous Square, Red Clay Road, Barefoot Path, Pine Forest, Mineral Spring, Eco Trail and Pergola.


Gyeonggi-do(Goyang-si) , Ilsan

Ilsan Lake Park spans over 300,000 pyeong (991,800 square meters), making it one of the largest man-made parks in Asia. Around 90,000 pyeong of fresh water lakes are kept consistently clean. The park offers visitors a lot to see and do including the Riverside Square, artificial islands, a 4.7km bike path, children’s play ground, natural experience site, musical fountain, 100 species of wild flowers and a dense forest with 200,000 trees. Also, the park is known for its Goyang International Flower Foundation.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

It’s Skin is a clinical skin solution brand whose products are all dermatologist approved. Snail slime creams and lotions and aloe products are very popular among shoppers from overseas. To better serve its international clientele, It’s Skin offers free international shipping for purchases over a certain amount.


Busan(Haeundae-gu) , Haeundae

Located on the 1st floor of Home Plus Haeundae Busan, the souvenir shop sells a range of souvenirs for visitors to the second-largest city in Korea. The shop also sells the winners of a tourist souvenir contest (2012 Korea Tourist Souvenir Contest and winners of the 2012 Busan Tourist Souvenir Contest as well as the souvenirs created by companies that are certified members of the Korea Tourist Souvenir Association. The store is open from 10:00-22:00.


Incheon(Jung-gu) , Incheon Center

Arabesque first opened in 2003 as Sahara Tent, but changed its name to its current name in August 2007 to further emphasize the restaurant’s specialties of Indian and Turkish cuisine. The restaurant serves Arabian, Indian, and Turkish dishes prepared by an Indian chef and the restaurant owner is from Jordan. For these reasons, it’s particularly popular among students from Southeast Asia and Middle East. It’s known for serving dishes that are almost completely authentic.