Seoul(Jung-gu) , Daehangno・Seongbukdong

Nestled in a tranquil neighborhood, the Gansong Art Museum, which stretches over 4,000 pyeong (13,223 square meters), is a respite from the bustling city streets. Bahwagak, the main building, is home to a number of some of the rarest Korean antiquities. This collection of national treasures is the lifelong work of founder, Jeon Hyeong-pil.This art museum holds some of the oldest paintings in Korea. The museum only opens its doors to the public for two weeks in May and October and has done so every year since its opening in October 1971. The Gansong Art Museum’s collections are highly regarded for their high quality and artistic caliber.The Gansong Art Museum is located at 2nd Level of Design Exhibition Hall of Dongdaemun Design Plaza. The Kansong art exhibition will be on display at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP).


Jeju-do(Jeju-si) , Former Jeju

Jeju Dongmun Traditional Market was established after the liberation in 1945. Due to a big fire that broke out in March 1954, the whole market and the nearby area was reduced to ashes. The market then moved to its current location and kept the original name. As one of the most popular traditional markets in Jeju, Dongmun has served countless customers, selling diverse items at inexpensive prices. 


Incheon(Namdong-gu) , Incheon Center

Gachon University Gil Hospital has been establishing a system of independent and specialized medical centers since the early 1980s. As a result, the hospital currently has strong expertise in heart, brain health, eye, ENT, dental, women’s health, and cancer. The hospital has hosted a range of international symposiums every year such as cardiovascular symposiums, endoscope workshops, and others in order to both spread its knowledge while ascertaining the international community’s knowledge as well. The hospital’s Incheon West-Coast Emergency Center offers treatment for patients of Incheon and the west coast region. The center has medical professionals in specializing in emergency medicine, neurosurgery, orthopedics, and pediatrics to offer prompt and precise emergency treatment. The International Health Center provides one-stop service for overseas patients. The hospital not only places importance on professional treatment, but also addresses patients’ emotional needs and comfort during their stay. The most qualified medical specialists, along with a bilingual medical staff, coordinators, and administrative clerks are always on site to provide high-quality service. Available languages are English, Chinese, Russian, and Mongolian.


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

Over 1,485㎡, Atrium is a spacious spot to rest for customers in the middle of the huge Times Square mall. It extends through the building to a glass roof so that customers see the blue sky while shopping. This pleasant place also offers colorful events regularly as well as themed performances every month on its round stage, bringing exciting cultural and entertainment experiences to visitors. Performances are offered free of charge.


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

Tomorrow With You is a K-drama about Yoo So-joon (played by Lee Je-hoon), a CEO of a real estate company, who travels through time via subway. While traveling back and forth in time, Yoo realizes that his future is gloomy. In order to change his fate for the better, he decides to marry Song Ma-rin (played by Shin Min-a), a perky photographer. Café Comma located in Donggyo-dong is one of the locations featured in the K-drama, where Song nervously waited for Yoo. Run by famed publisher Munhak Dongne, the café offers grand-scale bookshelves containing more than 5,000 books. It is comprised of two floors: the 1st floor featuring large glass windows and the second floor providing a cozy, attic-like atmosphere. Café Comma opens at 7:30 daily. From 7:40 until 11:00 on weekdays, all drinks are offered at half the regular price.  


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

With its main branch located in Hongdae, Sobok is an ice cream shop that focuses on naturalism. The shop’s interior is designed with shades of white, presenting a light and neat atmosphere overall. Bingsu (shaved ice) and ice cream made of natural ingredients like rice and unpolished rice are served in unique plating. Operating Hours  13:00-23:00 Menu  Some menu items may differ slightly in price and are subject to change without notice. ㆍSobok Nunkkot Bingsu (Sobok snowflower shaved ice)  ㆍSobok Ice Cream ㆍSobok Injeolmi Ice Ball, etc. Credit Cards  Accepted


Gangwon-do(Sokcho-si)

You can see Sokcho Beach (450m long, 45-80m wide, average depth 1m) after about a 500m walk from Sokcho Express Bus Terminal. The view of its clear water, white sand and the pine forest is beautiful, and the nearby bus terminal makes transportation very convenient. It is also close to Seorak Mountain, and many hikers come by here as they go through Daecheongbong to Seorak-dong from the inner Seorak area. The white sand beach is 2km long, extending through Cheongho-dong, Joyang-dong, and Daepo-dong. The area open to the public is 0.45 km long and 75m wide, making it about 9,000 pyeong. More and more visitors are flocking to the area because of the superb quality of the sand.Sokcho beach plays an important role in displaying Sokcho-si as a great tourist area along with Seorak Mountain, Cheoksan Hot Springs, Cheongchoho, and Yeongrangho etc. On the bulwark, to the left of the beach, there are many places where you can enjoy hwaleo hoe (fresh sashimi). You can also enjoy sea fishing by taking a boat to Jo Island in the open-sea area by the beach.


Daegu(Suseong-gu)

Daegu National Museum was built to preserve and exhibit the unique cultural heritage of Daegu and Gyeongsangbuk-do province. It is a neat brick building with two basement floors. There are three exhibit halls, a special exhibit hall, experiment study room, audiovisual studio and library. At the Archeology Gallery you can see relics ranging from the Neolithic Era to the Three Kingdoms Period chronologically. At the Art History Gallery you can see and learn about the Buddhist culture of Gyeongsangbuk-do province. Here you can see Buddhist sculptures, Buddha statues and Buddhist crafts. The Goryeo celadon and Buncheong ware are also displayed here. At the Traditional Folk Life Gallery you can learn about the Seonbi culture and the beliefs and rituals of the Yeongnam area, and see traditional Korean houses. You can also enjoy the Outdoor Gallery where a five-storied stone pagoda stands. There are other facilities where visitors can participate in museum activities. You can try traditional dyeing, explore the traditional herbs and learn about agricultural plants. Do not miss going here because this is where you can learn about traditional herbs used for medicine, plants and grains. Resting in the natural surroundings at the wildflower and plant walkway or the Ecology Valley can be very relaxing. 


Gwangju(Nam-gu)

Designated the ‘No. 1 Gwangju Metropolitan City Folk Material’ on March 20, 1989, the House of Lee Jang-woo is an upper-class, tile-roofed house with a gate, storeroom, servants’ quarters, detached building, and main building. Estimated to have been constructed in 1899, the house was originally owned by Jeong Byeong-ho, but has been primarily known as the House of Lee Jang-woo, the house’s current owner, since 1965.The L-shaped main hall of the historic building is rather large and consists of (left to right) a wooden verandah, a small room, a hall, the main room, a kitchen, and another small room. Doors that lead to ondol rooms (those heated by traditional Korean floor heating) are double doors with a sliding door on the inside and a hinged door on the outside. The hall has partitions that can be hung up as necessary. Overall, the house is a sturdy example of Korean architecture and remains well-preserved in its original state.


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Busan(Jung-gu) , Nampo-dong(Jagalchi Market)

Since 1959, Nampo Samgyetang (남포 삼계탕) in the heart of Busan has been serving samgyetang (chicken ginseng soup) made with fresh, homegrown ingredients. Brewed for as long as 24 hours, the restaurant's chicken stock is rich in flavor and nutrition. Other special dishes include jeonbok samgyetang (chicken ginseng soup with abalone) and jeongi gui (electric grilled chicken).