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Hwagyesa Temple
Seoul(Gangbuk-gu) , The Eastern Part of the Seoul

Hwagyesa Temple, which falls under the Chogye Order of Korean Buddhism, is located at the foot of Mt. Samgaksan in Suyu-dong, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul. Although it is located in the city of Seoul, the beautiful surrounding mountains and landscapes create a serene atmosphere to escape urban life.It was built in 1522 AD (the seventeenth year of the reign of King Jungjong of the Joseon Dynasty) by monk Shinwol, but was destroyed in a fire in 1618. In 1866 (the third year of the reign of King Gojong), it was rebuilt through financial support from his royal elders.The temple was built in an early architectural style and has Daeungjeon, a main sanctuary (Tangible Cultural Asset No. 65), Myeongbujeon shrine, Samseonggak pavilion, Cheonbulobaekseongjeon shrine, a temple bell pavilion, Bohwaru tower, and Hakseoru tower.A small water spring, named Oktakcheon and located in the valley (Hwagyegol) beside Hwagyesa Temple, is famous for supernatural healing powers of skin and stomach diseases. The legend says this spring was formed from crows pecking away at the rocks.

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Haenyeo Hoetjip
Jeju-do(Jeju-si) , Former Jeju

Located in Samdo 2-dong on Jeju Island, the restaurant Haenyeo Hoetjip serves fresh seafood caught by Haenyeo, female divers who dive into the ocean water to gather various seafood and seaweed without using any diving equipment. The restaurant’s certified chef makes the best effort to satisfy customers. From the restaurant, you can also enjoy beautiful views of nature.

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Hotel Sorak Park
Gangwon-do(Sokcho-si)

Hotel Sorak Park, located in the beautiful Sorak Mountains offers a high class northern European triangular architecture as a four-star tourist hotel. The rooms located to the front of the hotel provide a spectacular view of Seoraksan Mountain and the East Sea. The hotel also offers such facilities as a casino for foreigners, large banquet hall, seminar room, lecture hall, wedding hall, reception hall, and a dinner party hall.

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Mokpo Bus Terminal
Jeollanam-do(Mokpo-si)

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Just Stay Hotel - Goodstay
Seoul(Jung-gu)

Just Stay Hotel, located in Dongdaemun, Seoul is a reasonably priced business hotel offering easy accessibility. The hotel is three minutes’ walk from Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Subway Station (Exit 11), and one minute by limousine bus from Euljiro Co-op Residence Bus Stop. Guests can enjoy visiting various attractions, shopping at numerous shopping malls, and sampling some of the tasty foods on offer at Dongdaemun’s night market, as well as visit Myeong-dong on foot.

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Taejongdae Gonpo Cruise Boat
Busan(Yeongdo-gu)

Gonpo Cruise Boat takes you around the picturesque area of Taejongdae and Achi Island. Achi Island is well known for its abundance of Camellia trees and is sometimes referred to as Camellia Island. The Korea National Maritime University was established here in 1974. This 40-minute cruise guarantees magnificent views for all.

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Donghwa Kim's Hotel
Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Donghwa Kim's Hotel, located in Jongno-gu Pyeongchang-dong, was designed to give the impression of a mountain cabin while combining Korean and modern architectural elements, resulting in a structure of notable artistic taste. The 4-story hotel has 51 comfortable guestrooms, a banquet hall, a coffee shop, a Western restaurant, and a Korean restaurant and affords an open view of neighboring Bugak Mountain.

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Osaek Mineral Spring
Gangwon-do(Yangyang-gun)

Osaek Mineral Spring is situated 20 kilometers west of Yangyang and 7.5 kilometers southeast from Hangyeryeong. The water, which springs from three base rocks by a brook, is carbonated and rich in iron. Up to 1,500 liters of iron-rich water spring out on a daily basis. Osaek became well known due to the splendid landscape leading up to the mineral spring and its location on the way to the summit of Seoraksan Mountain.

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Ganjeolgot Cape
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The sunrise along the East Coast can be viewed earliest at Ganjeolgot Point in Daesong-ri, Seosaeng-myun, Uljin-gun. The breathtaking view of the sunrise can be seen a minute earlier than Homigot Point in Yeongilman Bay and five minutes earlier than Jeongdongjin in Gangneung. Ganjeolgot Point is in the spotlight as a new tourist attraction along with Jinha Beach and Seosaengpo Fortress. The lighthouse is located 20 minutes away from the entrance to Ulsan Nambu Ring Road. When acacias bloom along the coast from Ulsan to Haeundae Beach in Busan, the road is filled with its subtle perfume. This road is perfect as a driving course with the combination of beautiful white acacia trees in the hills and the occasional appearance of the sea. Enjoy the tremendous scenery of the invigorating sea and the misty view of the hills. Although it is only 20 minutes away from Ulsan Nambu Ring Road, the scenic beauty contributes to the exotic look.

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Dongnimmun Gate
Seoul(Seodaemun-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

Dongnimmun stands at a spot originally known as Yeongeun, where envoys were once treated. When a Chinese envoy visited, the King would go out through this door to greet him. It's in 1897, to announce that our independence to Japan, Russia which had influence and threatened China, Korea for a long time.The expense for the construction was collected as a fund by Korean citizens. The traces of the past still remain on Dongnimmun. The two pillars in front of Dongnimmun are the remains of Yeongeunmun.The Arc de Triomphe in France can be recalled in comparison to Dongnimmun. Dongnimmun was built up with a granite wall, and there is a passageway with a x_height of 14.28 meters. On the top it is written ‘Dongnimmun’ in Korean with the national flag drawn on each side. On the inner-left side there are stone stairs leading to the attic. The national flower Mugunghwa are planted around Dongnimmun. Now it is surrounded by roads and it is eye-catching to view when passing by.

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