Incheon(Ganghwa-gun) , Ganghwado Island

The Ganghwagun Agricultural Center located in Ganghwa-gun, Incheon opened in 2003 as a cultural and training center. The center provides patrons with a relaxing environment to learn about farming culture in Korea and the public value that the agricultural industry has for Korea. In the center, you may enjoy such hands-on farming activities like harvesting potatoes or picking peppers. The center also holds a farmers’ market where you can buy locally produced goods directly from farmers.


Gyeonggi-do(Gapyeong-gun)

Standing at 1,267m above sea level, Myeongjisan Mountain is the second highest mountain in Gyeonggi-do Province after Hwaaksan Mountain. It is a popular destination all year round, as it offers plenty of resting areas with splendid views of the surrounding nature. In addition, the Myeongji Valley, spanning 30㎞, is a great outdoor picnic spot, while the trail from Sangpalli to Ikgeulli is the most preferred hiking trail on the mountain.


Incheon(Ganghwa-gun) , Ganghwado Island

Gyodongdo Island is located northwest of the larger Ganghwado Island, and was made more accessible with the opening of Gyodongdaegyo Bridge in July 2014. The name changed with different dynasties, being Gomokgeunhyeon during the Goguryeo Era and Gyodonghyeon by Silla King Gyeongdeok. The island served as an important stopover point for ambassadors and envoys heading to China. Popular attractions on the island now include Daeryong Market, an alleyway market decorated with colorful murals and statues, and Manghyangdae Memorial, a gathering place for refugees for fled from the nearby Hwanghaedo Island during the Korean War.


Gangwon-do(Goseong-gun)

Although the DMZ Museum was established in memory of a painful past, the museum today embraces everything about the latest efforts made to transform the DMZ from a place of political scars to a symbol of peace and ecology.The museum features exhibition halls arranged under a number of different themes that underscore the historical significance of the DMZ and its value as a treasure trove of ecology for the future.


Jeollanam-do(Boseong-gun)

Boseong is considered the birthplace of the commercial tea industry and is the largest producer of tea in the country. At the Boseong Green Tea Festival, some of the most popular festival events (most of which are held out in the green tea fields) are the hands-on experience programs such as picking tea leaves, making tea, and sampling green tea snacks. Other events such as the tea exhibition & sale, and a number of celebratory performances are also scheduled to be held during the festival period.


Jeollanam-do(Gurye-gun)

Manbokdae Peak in the west soars at the boundary between Sandong-myeon, Gurye-gun and Namwon-si at the altitude of 1,433m. ”Man” means “full of something” and “bok” means “fortune.” Like the name, Manbokdae is considered as a fortunate mountain with great views as it is surrounded by smooth hills. According to an old story, Manbokdae Peak was chosen as one of the 10 scenic areas, where people come to receive good fortune. It is the largest reed habitat in Jirisan Mountain Park and the peak is covered with reeds creating stunning view. Visitors can overlook Banyabong Peak. Many of visitors come to this area for trekking from hot springs like the Jirisan Hot Spring Land. When sansuyu flowers bloom in the spring, the hike up to Manbokdae Peak comes to life with bright yellow flowers. Also, it has wonderful scenery in the fall and winter.


Gangwon-do(Gangneung-si)

Commemorating the event of PyeongChang 2018 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games and G-2 (Game-2; two years before PyeongChang 2018 Olympics), Hello PyeongChang Winter Festival will be held from February 4 to 6 around Gangneung Dano Park with various programs including an opening ceremony with performances by K-POP singers, cultural and arts groups, traditional performances themed on Gangwon-do traditional culture, World DJ festival, cultural art performance by EATOF (East Asia Inter-Regional Tourism Forum), and professional arts groups’ performances. Reservation for the festival is available through the official website. Individual foreign guests are also able to make a reservation for the festival. In addition to the pre-welcoming ceremony, PyeongChang Connected Test Events will be held with Jeongseon Alpine Ski Contest, PyeongChang Bogwang Snowboard Contest and Pyeongchang Freestyle Ski Contest. Other festivals in Gwangwon-do including PyeongChang Winter Music Festival, (Feb 25-28, Alpensia and Yongpyong), Daegwallyeong Snow Festival (Jan 15-Feb 10, areas of Hoenggye-ri, Daegwallyeong-myeon) and PyeongChang Godeureum Festival (Jan 15-24, Areas of No.2 bridge of Joyanggang River, Jeongseon-eup) will offer more of the winter atmosphere to visitors.


Gyeonggi-do(Gwacheon-si) , Seoul Grand Park

Organized by the Gwacheon-si Office and sponsored by the National Institute of Intangible Heritage, 'Eolssu! Arirang Gukak Festival (얼쑤! 소리꽃 아리랑)' is taking place at Sangsang Hall, located inside of Gyeonggi Sori Initiation Hall. Visitors can participate in the event every Saturday (4 p.m.) and Sunday (1 p.m.), beginning October 25 and lasting until December 13, 2014, with no need to purchase tickets. Including many traditional songs like Arirang and dance performaces widely known to the public, some unique programs such as Gyeonggi minyo (folk song) will also be showcased here.


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

Songwon is well known in the Jangan area for serving only high-quality Korean beef, seasoned with 20 different types of natural ingredients. * Note: Call in advance to confirm if closed or not during holidays.


Daegu(Buk-gu)

Yakseon barley rice signed a business agreement with Yang Seung, president of the Korea Yakseon Cooking Association, to provide healthy and cost-effective food to the people so that they can eat healthy food without any burden to households budgets.