Seoul(Jung-gu) , Sinsadong・Garosu-gil

Sungnyemun Gate is Korea’s National Treasure No. 1, and its unofficial name is Namdaemun Gate. Sungnyemun Gate is the largest castle gate stone structure with an arched entrance in the middle. There’s a column on top of a platform, raising the roof, distinguishing the upper stories and lower stories of the building. A passageway for traffic is located at the east and west ends of the gate. Different from the other gates, Sungnyemun’s tablet has its name written vertically. When the first king of Joseon Dynasty, Lee Seong-Gye (reign 1335-1408), had constructed the capital city, he believed that fire will reach to Gyeongbokgung Palace as well as the capital city as Mt. Gwanaksan of Seoul is shaped like fire according to feng-shui principles. Sungnyemun’s name means fire, which is from the harmony of the Five Elements and if written vertically, the Chinese character ‘fire’ looks as if it is providing protection. This was Taejong’s (1367-1422) first son, Yangnyeongdaegun’s (1394-1462) famous writing. On February 10, 2008, Sungnyemun was destroyed by fire. After a 5-year reconstruction work, the gate has been re-opened to the public again as of May 4, 2013.


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Chungcheongnam-do(Yesan-gun)

Resom Spa Castle is Korea’s first membership spa resort. It is under the same ownership as the exclusive Anmyeondo Ocean Castle Resort. Spa Castle is located in Yesan, Chungcheongnam-do, which is only an hour and a half away from Seoul. It is within 30 minutes of beautiful mountains, the western seas, and close by to plenty of cultural tourist attractions. The Spa Castle uses waters from the Deoksan Hot Springs, whose waters have been enjoyed by Koreans for six hundred years. There are over 400 guestrooms, a large banquet hall, seminar room, and a relaxation complex that includes everything from a cultural arts plaza, to a garden, and walking trails. Spa Castle’s hot spring waters are known to be effective against skin troubles, gastroenteric disorders, neuralgia, and muscular pains, and are also great for skin rejuvenation.


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

Namsan Tower Hotel, a time-honored landmark of Seoul, has been renovated and reopened as ‘Banyan Tree Club & Spa’, a world leading resort hotel. Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul is a membership club/hotel created in Namsan, Seoul by ‘Banyan Tree Hotel & Resort,’ Singapore’s top resort brand. The new urban resort is a place where visitors can enjoy quality spa servcies while taking in a wide-open view. Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul consists of three buildings: the Club, the Hotel and the Festa. Facilities also include an outdoor sports center and other luxurious amenities like an outdoor pool, 23 private pools, a sauna, fitness center, golf course, tennis court, outdoor playing field, spa, and kids’ club. The 21-story hotel houses 34 Suites with a plunge pool, and 16 members-only club rooms. The 2 two-story Presidential Suites located on the top floors offer a wide-open night view of Seoul and Namsan Mountain. Banyan Tree Spa consists of five Deluxe Singles, four Deluxe Doubles and two Spa Suites. Every room has a shower and a rest area and the Spa Suite offers a special tropical rain mist.   


Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

Hyundai Motorstudio Seoul offers a great opportunity to take a look at every aspect of automobiles. Each floor is designed with different concepts, and visitors can try various experiences regarding automobiles. A children's activity zone, an automobile museum, image walls, and more await visitors.


Seoul(Songpa-gu) , Jamsil(Lotte World)

Kidzania, located in Jamsil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, is a unique family entertainment space especially for children age 3 to 16. The theme park provides children with a chance to experience jobs that they might want to have when they grow up! The park, which originated in Mexico and has spread throughout the world, opened its doors in Korea in February of 2010.Kidzania has a total of three floors and lets children experience over 57 different jobs. By experiencing a variety of realistic role playing jobs (all of which are included in the entrance fee) children can learn about real-life economic principles in a unique and interesting environment. Job experiences include working as a policeman, flight attendant, firefighter, or chef (uniforms are provided). When you work hard in Kidzania, you get paid in Kidzo (a virtual currency). You can put your money in the bank for your next visit or purchase goods at the department store.Kidzania mimics a real city environment, has diverse jobs, and is full of events. When there is a fire, a fireman rushes to help, and a news reporter covers the story. While 911 paramedics give first aid to fire victims, in another part of “town” delivery personnel are dropping off packages. Kidzania teaches the next generation how to live as responsible members of society and gives them an introduction to how the economy works.In order to make the environment as realistic as possible, every building, car, and tree is reduced to 2/3 its real size, helping children feel more adult-like in their new world!


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

The Lotte Duty Free Shop is located at the center of Seoul, close to popular tourism destinations such as Gyeongbokgung Palace, Mt. Namsan, Itaewon, and popular shopping areas like Namdaemun Market. The Lotte Duty Free Shop is a one-stop shopping complex providing over 30 boutiques that offer shoppers a wide range of products.  In 2001, the Lotte Duty Free Shop underwent a redesign for foreigners, allocating a separate area on the 11th floor for traditional Korean products and renovating the 10th floor with a new concept of imported products. A large parking facility is also available for customers of the Lotte Department Store and Lotte Hotel, able to provide parking for over 2,000 vehicles.


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

             


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

Grand Ambassador Seoul boasts a history of over half a century, having first opened its doors to guests in October 1955. Recent and on-going renovations sustain the cleanness and modernity of the over 400 rooms and renovations of the business center have been carried out to contribute to our guests’ business success with top-notch facilities and the latest technical support. To match our service quality with the newly renovated infrastructure, Grand Ambassador Seoul staff regularly participate in guest service training to ensure world-class customer service. As one of the forerunners of wedding banquet providers in Korea, Grand Ambassador Seoul offers a vibrant array of banquet facilities dedicated to weddings, conferences, meetings, seminar and other special occasions. Diverse in size and disposition, Grand Ambassador Seoul’s banquet rooms embody style, class, bliss, beauty and comfort. Colorful and flawless culinary experiences and delight await you at the many restaurants on site: Buffet Restaurant King’s, Café de Chef, Pub Restaurant Gran*A, Lobby Lounge & Deli, Japanese Restaurant Ta-Ke and Chinese Restaurant Hong Bo Gak. The swimming pool, indoor golf, gym, sauna, aerobics room, and hydrotherapy are all available at our fitness club where life truly thrive, embodying sound mind and sound body. Indulge in the magnificence of life at Grand Ambassador Seoul. Modernity and tradition, style and comfort await you.  


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

With a Korean family restaurant concept for its interior design, the meat are personally grilled by the professional staff, ensuring high quality services.The pork meat are grilled over a bisque firing about 500 Degree Celsius. With a combination of fresh vegetables cultivated from the province of Cheongjeong wrapped with best quality of pork meat, 100% homemade kimchi, rice and beansprouts makes it even more delicious and special experience.  


Busan(Haeundae-gu) , Haeundae

The Shinsegae Centum City Department Store is registered in the Guinness Book of World Records as the largest shopping complex in the world. The department store has a countless number of items all under one roof. Visitors can also enjoy numerous entertainment options in the complex. Shinsegae, which opened the first department store in Korea, reflects decades of retail experience in this flagship location. Some entertainment facilities include a spa and an ice rink.Globally renowned experts such as Italian architect Claudio Silvestrin and,an American architecture and design firm Callison completed Centum City under the concept of a “golden sea”. The department store has emerged as a defining landmark in Busan.