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Hanmir
Jeollanam-do(Mokpo-si)

Nestled at the foot of Yudalsan Mountain, Hanmir serves Korean dishes such as samhap (fermented skate and steamed pork slices served with kimchi), raw fish caught from the sea, jjim (braised seafood), and Sinseollo (casserole dish) added as royal cuisine. It is perfect for business meetings and group visitors who wish to enjoy han-jeongsik (Korean Table d'hote).

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House of Chiam
Gyeongsangbuk-do(Andong-si)

This is the old house of Lee Man-hyeon, also known by his pen name Chiam. He served as a town chief and a high-ranking court official during the reign of King Gojong of the Joseon Dynasty. He is also the 11th generation descendant of the great scholar Lee Hwang, also known as Toegye.  The hanok was designated as the 11th Folk Relic of Gyeongsangbuk-do. It was originally located in Dosan-myeon Wonchon-ri, but moved to the current location as the original site was flooded due to the construction of the Andong Dam in 1976. The house is composed of a square-shaped, tile-roofed main building that measures 22 kans*, a 5-kan lofty front gate, and outer quarters. The main building consists of the anchae (women's quarters) and the elevated sarangchae (men's quarters). The roof of the sarangchae has a peculiar shape, as it is sloped and has gabled roofs on each side. *kan: a traditional measurement that corresponds to the space between two columns  The cultural properties of Gyeongsangbuk-do No.11 Administration  Boksu, Jang Telephone  +82-54-858-4411, +82-10-8859-0996, +82-10-3530-4413 Maximum Occupancy  22 people Map  map Guestroom Information  Keunbang (Master bedroom): sangdeokjae, gyemyeongjae, sangbang, jungbang Jageunbang (Small  bedroom): hakgujae, ilgeonjae, seokcheonjae, hodojae Sarangbang (Guest room):seongmyeongjae, gyeongeopjae Number of Guestrooms  10 rooms (2-person rooms: 3 / 3-person rooms: 1 / 4-person rooms: 4 / 5-person rooms: 2) Room Amenities (Colored backgrounds designate availability)  TV    Fridge    A/C    Laundry Service    Dryer    Jacuzzi / hot tub    Internet    Cable    Personal Safe    Kitchen Facilities Guestroom Kitchen  Only available in the large room Check-In Time  14:00 Check-Out Time  11:00 Room Rates  ￦ 50,000~  * The room rate is the lowest price for this accommodation. Rates may vary according to season, room type and whether or not guests are entitled to discount rates. Please make sure to check the exact rate in advance before making your reservations. The room rate listed above is subject to change. Service Charges  Included Meals  Available (* when ordered) Subsidiary Facilities  Public Restrooms Parking Facility  10 parking spaces Reservations  +82-54-858-4411, +82-10-8859-0996, +82-10-3530-4413 Credit Cards  Accepted Pickup Services  Not available Assistance for Foreigners (Available Languages)  English, Japanese, Chinese Pets  Not permitted Nearby Tourism Attractions  Andong Hahoe Folk Village, Bongjeongsa Temple, The Traditional Culture Contents Museum

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Songnisan Grand Hotel Condo - Goodstay
Chungcheongbuk-do(Boeun-gun)

Songnisan National Park, home to the 1,000-year-old Beopjusa Temple, is one of South Korea's cultural gems. The Songnisan Grand Hotel, located within the Songnisan Tourist Complex, has a restaurant with a speciality of marinated ribs, an outdoor stage, and an outdoor garden. Nearby attractions include museums, a place where guests can experience yellow soil, a lotus garden, an old house with 99 rooms, a place for horseback riding, Seowon Valley, and Mansu Valley.

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Seoul Friendship Fair
Seoul(Jung-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

The year 2013 marks the 18th anniversary of the Seoul Friendship Fair. This year’s festival will be attended by 300 performance teams from sister cities from over 14 different countries as well as teams from foreign embassies, tour agencies, and cultural centers from over 60 countries. A wide spectrum of unique culture events will be taking place, including traditional performances and sampling of cuisine from around the world. Other events include traditional costume shows and a traditional folk art exhibition.

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Seokjangni Museum
Chungcheongnam-do(Gongju-si)

Located in Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do, Seokjangni Museum introduces extensive relics from paleolithic era. The museum was established in September 2006, for continuous preservation of the stone age culture. There are a variety of educational and technical programs available for visitors to learn more on the exhibition on excavated relics and the paleolithic age culture. Also, a series of hands-on activities are open for anyone who is interested in the ancient culture, and is provided by the museum, including permanent exhibitions, planned exhibitions and outdoor exhibitions. Overall, visitors can understand the history better through the exhibition halls, prehistoric park, and Gonju Seokjangni paleolithic site.    

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Original Drawing Show
Seoul(Jung-gu) , Euljiro・Chungmuro・Namsan

'Original Drawing Show' premiered in 2007 by artistic producer Kim Jin-kyu as the world's first performance that features both art and painting as the main protagonists of the show. Along with a variety of special effects and artistic directing, this is yet another refreshing concept of a 'Non-verbal Drawing Performance'. A fantasy of live drawings, as well as performance arts will bring out the artistic element in you by stretching one's imagination. It is also considered a great show to be enjoyed by families. 

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Bucheon Bow Museum
Gyeonggi-do(Bucheon-si) , Bucheon

Reflected by the outstanding performance of Korean archers at recent Olympic games, Koreans have an esteemed reputation for their skills in archery and craftsmanship. But this undoubted skill has historical precedent, as bows were an important weapon of war throughout Korean history. The Bucheon Bow Museum (부천 활박물관) was established to show visitors the spirit of the Korean archery, and demonstrate its ancestral traditions of bowyer craftsmanship. The museum houses traditional bows (gukgung, 국궁), which are considered, prized cultural pieces, and have been made by a Bucheon family, which has fostered a lineage of bowyers across five generations for over than 160 years. In addition, the museum exhibits various pieces and articles such as gukgung, arrows, and other military technologies.  

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

Designated as a natural monument, Bijarim Forest is a group of about 2,800 nutmeg trees between 500 and 800 years old. They are 7-14m in x_height and 50-110cm in diameter. This is the largest nutmeg tree forest in the world. In the middle of the forest is an 800-year-old tree, called ‘Ancestor tree of the Bija trees.' The tree is the oldest tree on Jeju-do with a x_height of 25 meters and girth of 6 meters.The trees emit a lot of phytoncide, which is said to strengthen the immune system and natural healing ability of the human body. Nutmeg tree blossoms and the oil are said to have been used as insecticides in the past. There are also rare orchids and plants growing in the forest. A walkway through the forest has been installed for visitors to enjoy a stroll through the wonderful forest.

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Singyeongju Station
Gyeongsangbuk-do(Gyeongju-si)

Singyeongju Station is located in Gyeongju, a city that served as the capital of the ancient Silla Kingdom for a thousand years. Construction of Singyeongju Station began in August 2007 and was completed on October 28, 2010. The station was officially opened to the public on November 1, 2010 and has facilitated safe and convenient transport to Pohang, Yeongcheon, and other neighboring areas ever since.

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Donggureung Royal Tomb [UNESCO World Heritage]
Gyeonggi-do(Guri-si) , Guri

Donggureung Tombs are located in a large forest area, and they are the resting place of Joseon's kings and queens. There are nine royal mausoleums and seventeen graves in total. The tombs are very large compared to other tombs in Korea, and the surrounding forest adds to the scenery. The nine royal mausoleums include the tomb of Joseon Dynasty’s founder King Taejo (1335-1408), which is called Geonwolleung (건원릉).All around the mausoleums are thick forests, and between the graves there are casual walking trails. An especially famous part of the Donggureung Tomb area is the historically significant field of purple eulalia reeds. The long reeds are said to have been transplanted from King Taejo’s hometown in the Hamheung region. The burial site carries 600 years of Joseon history with it.

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