Tour Courses for International Tau rists

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TOURISM ORGANIZATION

INTRODUCfION
ThIS booklet is based on the 2010 International
Oil Korei;ln

tourtst

Survey

Travel conducted

by

KTO. It reflects the attractions international tounsts pr!!ferred

and locations that o,r wanted to visit

again. The survey led to choosing the five best tou rist d estlnatlo ns: Seou I, Gye0111 ~gi-do, Susan, Gyeongju,

and Jeiu

Island. Each locatlon is. in

tum,
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divided tnto detaned Fashion & Shopping,

sections on Hi.$tory &. Culture,

Youth &. Energy, leisure

Re,cre,ation; nd Theme Park. a The booklet is designed to offer ons-day courses for intemation,al tourists who (J~e either cars or public

transportation. But slow travelers may need two or,

sometimes, three days to cover one-day courses.

Tour Courses for

InternationaL Tourists

Gyeonggi-do • Histery & Cultural Heritage • Folk Village & Theme Parks

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- Royal Palaces.History. and CulWre • Fasl'lion & Shopping '.Youth & Energy •Leisure & Recreation -War & National Security

• History &. Culture

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• Fun &. Entertainment

Jeju Island
• Nature &

Culture

The Korean Wave~ Film & Romance

Farm & Fishing Village

Experience Tour (WWOF)

Hanok Village Experience Tour Hiking Trail Experience Tour (Olle Trails and Dulle Trails)

ROYAL PALACES,

HISTORY, AND CULTURE

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After 1598,

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the
Ki.ng Japanese house and,

PAlACE
Invasions eventuallv, of Korea, 1.592-

Seonjo temporarily

stayed

in

Wolsan
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catl ed

Oaegun's th is rn agn

converted

ifi ce nt pa la ceo It

was origi III ally

Gyeongungung

Pa~ace, but King Gojong changed

its

name to De.oksugung that King Gwanghaegun,

Palace in 1907. It was here Injo. and Gojong ascended

the

throne

during

the Chosun style

Dyn.asty.
that

The palace both

boa sts an archltectural

tradntiQnal wooden

infuses structures.

and Western-style

• www.deoksugung.go.kr

• Tel; 02-771-9955

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King Gwanghaegun established his

PALACE
this gorgeous palace there.

in 1616

(the

8 year of
th

reign)

and

about ten Palace, but

and the

kings ruled the affairs of the Chosun Dynasty

It was initially called Gyeolilgdeokgung

King Yeongjo changed

its name to Gyeonghuigung

three best Sadly, during royal palaces

P.a~ace, It used to show off over 98 buildings came to be one during cotontat the of the Chosun Dynasty. though,

pataca was severely damaged

Period. leaving stand today?HeUinghwamun arid

the Japanese
that still

only two buildings

Sung-jeong-jean.

• www.cha.go.kr/newinfo
• Tel: 02-3707-9433

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GWANGHWAMUN
As the main gate
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of Gyeongbokgung

Palace.

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PALACE
Established in 14050 (the 5th year of King Taejong's reign), it was one of the few palaces where the King

Gwanghwamilln

was established

in 13'95 and

symbo lized the King's authority Bukhansan Mountain, After it was burned rebuilt by Heungseon

. CHANGDEOKGUNG

ove r na Uo na I affairs for a long time. Situated on the outskirts of

it faces Namsan Mountain_ to the ground Daewongun during the

Ia panes e Invasions of Korea, 1592 -15 98. it was

in the late of 19th century, abandonment

actually resided and ruled the country during the

Chosun Dynasty. It was the first palace rebuilt after the Japanese Invasions of Korea, 1592-1598. It Is divided into three sections: Oejeon {the area where the King and hts officials d tscussed the affairs of the state). Naejeon (the area that the King and the Queen used), and Huwon Oeisurely spars), Because of its outstanding Heritage site in 1996. harmony with surrounding nature, the palace became a UNESCO World Cu~tural

but it was subject to deliberate

whsn the Government-Gelileral

Chosun {the m.ain japanese body to rule the country) was built there; it w,as destroyed during the Korean W,ar, but

ut

was opened to the public on August 15. efforts.

201'0, after extended restoration

• www.royalpalace.go.kr

• Tel: 02-736-0212

• www_cdg.go.kr

• Tel: 02-762-8261

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In subsequent

PALACE
King

This palace was built in 1483 for queen consorts during King Seongjong's years, many kings were born there, including

leong]o, Sunjo, and Heonjong. It was. not used much at

the beginning, but after it was rebuilt in the aftermath of the japanese Invasions of Korea, 1592-1598. the palace became the focal point of the Chosun Dynasty. A few original buildings (Including neighboring Dynasty.

a hall and a gate built during Palace, the patace is an

King Gwanghaegun's reign) stiU remain. Along with the Ch,angdeokgung important site to understand the history of the Chosun

• http://cgg.cha.go.kr

• Tel: 02-762-4868

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PERFORMING ARTS

S~JONG

CENTER

FOR THE

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J~NGMYO SHRlNE
Built in 1395 (during King Taejo's reign), the shrine was designated to hold memorial services fo[ kings, queens, and those who succeeded them in line to the throne. After it was burned to the ground during the Japanese Invasions of Korea, 1592-1598, it was Residing restored in 1608, leaving over 19 buildings.

Situated on Gwanghwamun Boulevard, the center is the focal point of Korean art and culture. Beginning as Wunam Center in 1961, it was burned in the fire of 1972. Newly opened in April 1978, the center o-ffers outstand ing fadlities indud ing Sejong Grand Theater, Sejong Chamber Hall, Sejong M Theater, and Arts Academy, It is the best place in Kore,a to appreciate world-class perfQrming arts.

• www.sejongpac.or.kr

• Teh 02-399-1114~6

in its main hall are the memorial tab-lets for 15 kings,

17 queens, and Vi Eun (the last crowned prince) and

his

wife. Jongmyo Shrine Ritual Ceremony and Music

were designated as a World Cultural Heritage by UNESCOin 1995.

• http://im.cha.go.kr

• Tel: 02-765-0195

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CITY HALL SQlJARlE

(SEOUL SQ1JARI)

EstabUshed in 18.97 by King Go-jong. City Hall Square was rernamed Seoul Square,
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It has witnessed the

ups and downs of modern Korean history. Duriing FIFA World Cup, it became the site of festivities that captivated people around the world, It offers a few attractions including water fountains, sple nd id lighting, and Bara (the beU signa ling the

lift of curfew a1:4 a.m. during the Chosun Dynastv).

It hosts a wide array of exdtirng events vsar-round,

• www.seo.ut.go.kr/plaza

• Tel:. 02-731-6611

FASHION & SHOPPING

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TOUR COURSES FOR FASHION & SHOPPING
-Duration: one day for each course -How to Get There: walking toward Myeong-dong
and Namdaernun Market or buses/subways between Namdaemun Market and Insa-dong

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Myeong-dong is the most popular shopping district in Seoul with hundreds Visitors can purchase of clothing stores, hair and hotels. from salons, cosmetics shops, hospitafs,

. MYEONG-DONG

virtually

everything

casual wear to sportswear, handbags, acce55 (Hi es, shoes/sneakers. cosmetics, jewelry, and eyewear.

Many restaurants and cafes make Myeong-dong an

exciting place to shop

around.

• www.myungdong.co.kr
• Tel: 02-773-5566 (02-1330 24 hours a d.ay)

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NAMDAEMUN MARKET

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Situated around Sungnyemun, it is a main traditional market in lKor:ea. Boasting a rich histo,ry of over 590 years, the market offers items by both street vendors and luxurious department stores. AU in all,

over 1,700 items are sold there. from dothing to accessorjes, food, fruit, an d d·aily use items. Th e
tradltlonal market atmosphere and modern bulldlngs make it a popular traditional market in Korea.

• www.namdaemunmarket.w.kr • Tel: 02-753-2805

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I~ON

This street stretches over 1.4km between Itaewon

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STREET
and An guk- dong between Jongno 2-ga cultu re and arts.

t-dong and Hannam z-dong, It is home to over 2,400 shops offering leather goods, clothing, suits, shoes. handbags, and accessories at inexpensive prices. Widely popular among international residents and

IN SA-DONG
Situated Korean

vlsttoss, the street is a bustling place where lKoreans

and people from around the world mingle with each other.

Intersection, the street is the heart of traditional Tr ad iti on a I cu ltu re

seamless-tv intermingles

with modernlty

on tnsa• How to Get There: get off at Noksapyeong Station or Hangangjin Station, Subway Line No.6 • Tel: 02-797-7319

dong Street. Visitors can appreciate a wide array of unique cultural items from antiques to traditional paintings, crafts, accessories, calligraphic works, and books.

• www,insadong.in fo; www.goinsadong.com • Tel: '02-745-0283

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It is a flea market, established

SllNSA-DONG GAROSUGIL (GAROSU STREET)

shops and neighborhood.

This elegant street is similar '1:0 SoHOo New York in

STREET
in 1960 after the

because of its artistic

The street, flanked by 160 gingko trees, covers over 700m between the alley across from Hyund.ai High Schoo! and J Tower near Sinsa Station. It houses over 40 chic dothing shops, gallenes, restaurants, and cafes showcasing their unique, colorful exterlors,

Korean War. located behind lotte Castle Venetia, the market covers diverse items including used furniture,

ele ctrontc good s, watches, iewe try, old boa nknotss,

cameras, mach inerY,acc essori es.an d da~Iy use
items. Over ten shops, in particular, speclaltze in antique art collections.

• How to Get There; get off at Sinsa Station (Subway

line NO.3) and walk over 200m from exit no. ,8

• How to Get Thera: get off at Dongmyo Station (Subway line No_6) and get out at exit NO.3

YOUTH
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TOUR COURSES FOR YOUTH & ENERGY

~Duration;

half-day

Get There: walking, buses, or subways

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This street is full of youthful energy and passion. Performances and exhibitions and are held every day

. HONGDAE (HONGIK UNIVERSITY) STRElET

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co lorful shops, restaurants, and cafes att ra cts

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the young in throngs. Club Day, open the last Friday of each month, exposes visitors to the heart of club

culture, music, and dance.

UNIVERSITY) STRIET
The street runs between the entrance of Ewha Womans University and Sinchon Station. It is known

• www.hongdaeipgu.com

• Tel: 02-3153-8-2.83

(Public: Relations

fo r cutsta nd ing clothing/a (cess OIlY shops, luxu rio us Tourism

hair salons. and restaurants with unique tntertors. The street takes a leading role in setting the la test fashion trends. food. clothing, and accessories.sold
by street vendors are particul.arly popular among

Division, Mapo·gu Office)

young people.

• How to Get There: get off at Ewha Womams, Uliliversity Station, Subway line
NO.2

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YOUTH STREET
a.t the heart

This street refers to the area in and around COEX, the gilant conventlo n center. Situated ~~ of Gangnam, Seoul, the street is known for luxury hotels. countless und e rground houses, am aquarium, restaurants, the latter

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DAJEHAKNO (COLLEGE STREET)

Daeha nkno symb olizes the theater cultu re in Seoul.

museums,
of which

cl nerna bookstores, and

5 hops,

offer food from

around the world. If is the venue of the 2.010 G'20 Seoul Summit.

Sma~l theaters across the street (around Marronnier Park) attract hundreds of thousands of young people every day, Qffering diverse exhibitions, pl·ays, and performances. street performances Visitors can enjoy numerous

• How to Get There: get off at Samseong (Subway line NO.2) and get

Station

during the Daehakno festival. In

out of the exit no. 6

addition, countless restaurants offer delicious food at inexpensive prices. Chic g.a~leries and museums are an extra bonus to tour~ng Daehakno.

• How to Get There: get offat Subway Line NO.4

Hyehwa Station,

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This street ls widely popular among people in their early twenties and thirties. The street, over 76om, from Gangnarn Station (Subway Sinnonhyeon Station Une NO.2) and (Subway Lime NO.9), covers cinema

unique brand shops, cafes, restaurants,

houses, beauty shops. bars, and fitness clubs.

• H()w to, Get There: get off at Gangnam Station, Subway Line NO.2

LEISURE &

RECREATION

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., iOUR COURSES FOR LEISURE & RECREATION
~DUIration:one day for each tout course
~How to Get There: walking, subways, or buses

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was developed by the Hangang

. HANGANG CITIZENS' PARK

The park Development Proj.ect. whiich ran between 1982 and

1986. It offers a v.ariety of fitness facilities, bike

lanes, water sports fadlnti·es, and amenities for both residents and visitors. Each park under the Hangang

Citizens' Park system hosts many cultural events

and performances, performing as a cultural venue as well.

• http;//hangang.seout.go.kr
• Tel: 02'120 (day), 02-3780'0777 (nilght)

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HANGANG CRU]SE
on the Hangang for visitors to enjoy

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This cruise is a main attraction River, ofifering an opportunity

both delicious food and outstanding performances. There are a variety of cruise routes tailored to
visitors' preferences, For instance, live Cruise offe rs live performances whit e Bu lfet Crui se 0 ffers a delicious arrav of food; jumong Cruise lets visitors re-experience the joy of the popular drama Jumong; Pirate Cruise offers fun performances by pirate actors.

• www.hcruise.to.kr

• lei:. 02-32711-6900

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TTUKsEOM AREA
Along the north of the Hangang River, the Ttukseorn Area between Yeongdong Bridge and Iamsll Bridge

has newly estabtlshe d a variety of recreational facltltlas. It is horne to two soccer fields, six
basketball courts, four tennis courts, three volleyball

courts, an outdoor swimming pool, a roller-skating facility, a handball facility, a gate ball court for theetd erly, a bas ketbaH court for the d isa ble d,a
Ssjreum (Korean wrestling) playgrounds facility, 14 badminton courts, a boat yard, and a water ski facility. Three

and a learning center are also devoted

to children.

• http://hangang.seoul.go.kr

• Tel: 02-457-2753

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C;'1EONGGYECHEON STREAM
Chaon ggyecheo recognized n Stream case urban downtown is an intern about space. Seoul. how the a tl 0 naJly to design over is model

elilvironment-friendly 5-8km through with decorated

Stretching stream

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Forest include was established parks

Bridge, Bridge,

over 22 bridges (induding Moleon Gwangtong Bridge, [angtong Bridge, Beodeul

and

. SEOUL FOREST
Seoul facilities Park,

Durn u I Sri d ge}and

indude Cheonggye laundry

nine

beautiful
along Wall Gwangtong Square,

fou ntatns, to
the stream offer an

Some of the best known

attr acttons

Square,

environment-friendly

place for visitors.

Its main & Art

Bridge, King leongjo's of Hope, Cheonggye Haneul Water Fountain,

Procession Wall Painting, Site, Fashion and Beodeul Wetland.

five theme

(Culture

Wetland

Park, Natural

Center, Hangang Riverside Ecology Forest, and Nature Learning

Ecology performance playground, garden. stage, a square, an bike lanes, hiking

Center), (In outdoor environment-friendly trails, and a botanical

• www.cheonggyecheon.or.kr • Tel: 02-2290-7111

• http://parks.seoul.go_kr/seo • Tel; 02-46.0-29°5

uUorest

Built for the 1986 Asian Games and 198.B Summer six stadiums and Mongchon

Olympics.

the park offers the

Fortress at its center. Visitors

can experience

joy of the Olympic.s and the cultural herbtage of the aaek]e Dynasty.
attracts sports, manv visitors or colorful Surrounded

by outstanding
Stream) outdoor

nature, the park Oncluditng Seongnaecheon who enjoy walking, performances.

• www.k:spo.or.kr/olpark

• Tel:

02-410-1114

SOOUL

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Situate

din

Namsa n Mountain.

this

park

IS the

largest park in Seoul. Divided the park tsa

into langchung

Area,

Yejalllg Area, Hoehyeon Area, and Hannam Area,

popular place to' enjoy sporting and

It is home

culture] events.
and statues patriots

to numerous

fitness

facilities, spring water sites along jogging trails,

commemorattng

Korean scholars

and

of the past (Vi Hwang, Kim YU'sin, Kim Gu, and Yu Gwan-sun)_

Ahn jung-gaun,

• http;//parks,.seO'ul.gO',kr/nam.san
• Tel:

02-3783-5900

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N SEOUL TOWlER
As a landmark
the public spot
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of Seoul,

the place used to be ~he tower. Opened to

home of the first

Korean ailwave

in 1980, the tower has become a popular visitors who want to enjoy the beautiful Mountain and to overlook Seoull~nddt$,-

Namsan

night view_ The tower showcases splendid, tig~tir,lg:;:

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year-round, and its observatory offers d i~itrlrriedl a.J art showing themes such as Seoul's fJ.Qri :o,f ~

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A.s a symbol

history and Seoul's four seasons.

CABLlE CAR
of Nlamsan Mountain, the cable car

began to operate in May 1962. Mong the ride, visitors can ellljoy the landmarks of Seoul including

the Hangang
downtown 600m MJuntain; minutes_

River, Cheonggyecheon

Stream, and
of Namsan three

Seoul. The cable car covers a distance

from its departure

the rid e lasts

site to the top of

for spproxt rnately

• www_cablecar.co_ kr

• Tel: 02-753-2403

WAR & NATIONAL SECURITY

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TOUR COURSES FOR WAA &

NATIONAl SECURITY
-Duration: -How to on e day

Get There: walking or buses

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-~J~\ SEODAEMUN PRISON HISTORY

MUSEUM
Built by japan at the end of the Greater Korean Empire Period, it witnessed the history exh ibitions; some of the lowest (an moments of Korean history. Its first floor shows of the March First Movement in depe nden ce m ovem ent again st J apa n) and its th e sewn d fI oar co-nsists o-f roo ms showing the history ()f the prison and the Ufe of prisoners; the firrst underground floor shows models reproductng what it was like to endure torture. dead bodies. were Outside the museum are the execution site and the gate through which countless removed. ~~

,\lJ THE WAR MEMORlAL OF KOREA

As the only war museum in Korea. the museum offers
a Memorial Hall, War History Hall, Korean War Hall,

Large Military Equrpment Hall, Troops Dispatched

Overseas Hall, ROK and Armed Forces Hall, Outside

the museum are equipment used during the Korean

War, weapons from around the world, scutptures showing the Korean War, the Monument of King
Gwanggaeto the Great, the Statue of Brothers, and the Peace Oock Tower. The museum boasts over

• www_sscmc.or.kr/culture2

• Telj 02-363-9750

9,000 items.

HISTORY & C,ULTURAL HERITAGE

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TOUR COURSES FOR HISTORY &

CULTURAL HERITAGE
-Duration: one day ·How to Get There:' walkin g or buses

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SUWON HWASEONG FORTRESS

Built in the 18th tentury, the fortress reflects «ung leO'ngjo's filial piety toward his father as well as his efforts to strengthen royal authority and to reduce parttsa n politics.

Stretch ing over 5· 7 44rn (130

infusing Western and

hal, the fortress is home to 41 structures. Known for its detensive fortltuda Asian theories about fortress construction, in December 1997.

it was

designated asa UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site

• http;{/hs.suwon.ne,kr

• Teh 031-251'4435

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HWAS"EONG HAENGGUNG
It was the royal villa for King Jeongjo.. As a crucial place to understanding symbolized the politics. culture, and to reform milita ry customs of the late Ch()SUI;1 Dynasty, it King [eongjo's willingness national polltlcs as weI! as Hwaseong Fortress.

conduct pubmc polides

o.n behalf of his people, It ties at the heart of Suwon

• http://hs.suwon.ne.kr

• Te~:031-251-4435

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SE]ONG DAEWANGNEUNG (YEONGNEUNG)

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in Seo()reung are five royal tombs:

This tomb is the burial mound for King Sejong the Great (often considered the best King of the Chosun Dynasty) and Queen Soheon, As a major tomb of the early Chosun Dynasty, this site has a pond, a red gate, and a rnemortat shrine. lying
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. SEOOREUNG
Residing Gyeongn eung, Changn eun g. Myeo.ngneung, Ikneu ng, and Hongneung, Gyeongneung is the burial mound for King Deokjong (referred to as kirng posthumously) and Queen Sohye; Changlileu.ngfor King Yejong (8th King of the Chosun Dynasty) and Queen Ansun: Myeongneung for King Sukjong (19th King of the Chosun Dynasty), Queen Inhyeon, and Queen Inwon; Ikneung for Queen Ingyeong: Hongneung for King Yeongjo (21St King of the Chosun Dynasty) and Queen leo ngseong.

a hill,

the tomb is surrounded by statues and sculptures

re semblin g horses, sch ola r offi ci aIs. an d milita ry

officials.

• http://serong.cha.go.kr

• Tel: 031-835-3123

• http://goyang.eha_go.kr

• Tel: 02-359-0090

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SANSEONG (MOUNTAIN FORTRESS)

fadlities from that time. It is also renowned for numerous

As a fortress defendung the capital town of the Chosun Dynasty', this fortre.ss
offers. state-of-the-art historic sites of the early Elaekje Dynasty, King Info stayed there and fought against the o.ing Dynasty during the Manchu Invasion of Korea, Remaining to this day are three gate towers, military training grounds, and military faenities_ The fortress was listed as a potential UNESCO World Heritage site as of 2010_ Designated as a provincial park, the fortress is a po pu ~ar attractlon residents. arnon g 10 cal

• http://www.namhansansung.or_kr • Tel: 031-743-6610

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FOLK VILLAGE &

THEME PARKS

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TOUR COURSES FOR FOLK VILLAGE &

THEME !PARKS
-Duration: one day ·How to Get There:' buses or cars

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world,

EVERLAND
Considered introduced inception: one of the four best theme parks in the has Everland

was

opened

in 1976. Everland

trend-setting

parks every decade since its

Safari World in the 19705, Snow Sledge

Park in the 19&05, Cartbbean

Ba.y in the 19905,

and Aesop Village in 2005- It offers distinct parks tai~ored to visitors' pre ferences. Other facilities and amenities lndude Home Bridge {a hotel surrounded
by outstanding
R05S Golf

nature}, Speedway Museum.

(a

racetrack),

Glen

Club, Ho-Am Art Museum,

and Samsung

Transportation

• www..everland.com

• Te~: 031-320-5000

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KOREAN FOLKVILLAGE
This village

reprod uces tradition

folk museum, attractions

al

KQrean ~ifestyles,

As

an outdoor

the

village
houses,

offers

numerous Museum, Arena, lodging Parrk, World

(tra d itional
Family

Art

F()lk Museum, an d m ore) facilities.

Hau nted House.

Scu lpture PerrormHng and

Folk Museum,

Park,

an d excellent

amenities

• www.koreanfolk.co.kr

• Telr

031-288-0000

WAR &

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-Duration: one day ·How to Get There:' buses or subways

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~ DORASAN STATION
Situated
connecting Dorasan

in DQransan Mountain
most

in

Palu, ut

is

northern

statton

of the

GyeonglUi

Li ne

seout and Simuiju. Its name comes from Mountain {156m). A railroad construction, over 4km to Imjingang
Kim [)ae Jung visited

stretching
completed

Station, it together

was
and

in early 2002. President George W. Bush

and President

sent the signal of hope for KO'rean reunification.

• www.paju.go.kIr

• Tel:,031'940'.3483

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UNDERGROUND

TUNNEL No.3
Doth

Built by North Korea and found in 1978. this tunnel from Seoul. The tunnel, with

of zm, can mobilize

over )0,0'0(1

troops in just: one hour. DMZ Theater,

sculptures,

and a souvenlr shop were built

there in May 2002,

o.ffering visitors colorfus attractions to. enjoy.

• Teh 031'940.8345

$ymbotiznn g peacefu t Korean reun ification, Peace World (Pveonghwa Nuri in Korean) is a spacious venue

im

which

visitors

CEn enloy colorful

cultural
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visitors;.

and art periformances.

This outdoor

performance

atomg the

river offers life

array
Pavilion,

attractions
Dolmujl for

GYEONGGI

... PEACE CENTER

to conveying the message of such to the pubMc. Its first floor

including

& Candle light

Korean Reunifi caito n, and Global Cafe HeUo.

The center is devoted

peace and its importance

offers regular exhibitions

floor offers educational special exhibitions.

on five themes

as

• hnp:./Ipeace.ethamkyou.co.kr
• Tet: 031-953-4854

Conmct, Chaos, Peace and Reunifi!;ation. and experience floor the first underground

The second

programs to

is a venue for

• www.paju_go.kr

• Tel: °31-952-2167

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PEACE BELL
Pavilion,

Situated in Imjingak

it was built to celebrate the

new millennium as well as pray for Korean reunficatlon, This heavy beU (weighing 21 tons) ls 3,4m in height and 2.2m im width. The bel~ was struck 21 times at the
beginning of the New Year in 2000, signaling The bel~ ceremony the dawn of the new millennium. is held every New

Year's Ev'e_

• www.kto.or.kr

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IMJINGAK PAVILION
This pavilion was established to remember the tragic history ofa divided country in the aftermath of the Korean War. It attracts over 4 million visitors every year to' its including

memo-rial monuments and attractions

Imjin R ailr()a d Bridge, Mangbaedan (a

memori al attar), Reunifi cation Pond, Freedom Sridge,

Peace Bell, and Steam locomotive.

• http://tour.p,a~u.go.kr

• Teb °31.953.4744

Situated

behind Mangbaedan {a memorial

altar}

Completed in June 2008, the park offers visitors an opportunity to learn the importance of peace as well as the rich ecology in the Demilitarized Zone (DMl). Reunification Forest, in particular, was built thanks to g.elilerous financia~ donations and donated trees by citizens of Gyeonggi·do. Within the park is an ecological pond resembling the Ko.rea Peninsu la and n an observation deck from which to appreciate the rich ecology of the DMZ. Other attractions include an exhibition hall.

in Imjingak Square,

!t used to be the only bridge

crossing the Im»ingali1g River before the opening of Tongit {Reunification) Brudgein 1998. Freedom Bridge was named as such when over 13.000 POWs of the

Korean War crossed this bridge in the aftermath

of the Ceasefire Agreement of 1953 because the railroad a~ong the Gyeongui line was already destroyed. Symbolizing the "return to lire·edom," the bridge is an enduring her~tage of. e Korean War.

SPIRIT & SOUL

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ICHEON CERAMICS STUDIO WILDFLOWER VILLAGE

Situated in

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WHITE PORCIELAllN KILN SITES
GWANGJU CHOSUN
are scattered Oocheok-myeon, These sites including Chowol-eup,

noam-rt, Icheon, the village ls divided

facilities fa r

into ceramics ga lIeri es an d lodging vis~tQrs. A ceramics

to u r runs for three ho urs, and

visitors can participate in making their own ceramics (cups, spinning wheels, bowls, and 50 on). Lodging facilities include individual houses {each house holding up to 30 guests} and individual rooms with sspa rate cerami c themes.

over 200 locations

Sllchon-eup, and

Gwangju, To.echo.n-myeon, Jungbu-myeon.

Namjong-myeon. They produced exquisite ceramics with unique shapes and patterns from the early to the tate Chosun Dynasty. As the center of Chosun White Porcelains, they are the basis upon which to study ceramics during the Chosun Dynasty.

• www.2oooceramic.com

• Jel: 031-631-6832

• www.kto.or.kr • Tel: 031-760-2721 (Culture & Pub~icRelations

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Y'EOjU CERAMICS COMPLEX

The complex covers over 600 locations producing ceramics (including

Ohak-ri, Ogeum-ri, HyeonamBecause this area

rl, Cheonsong-ri, an d [lnae-rl),

produces

a wide array (lof high quality days, it

became known for its ceramics during the early Chosun Period. Visitors can purchase outstanding ceramics (from the Goryeo Cela.don to the White Csladon and daily

, ?iP~ '\~J ~l HAEGANG

Situated

CERAMICS MUSEUM
(Sindun-myean, Icheon), ex:qulslte celad on and white ceramics heritage. Hall)

use ceramics) at various locations

Temple) at Yeoju_

in Sugwang-ri

the museum d lsptavs

(including Sinneuksa

porcelains. Built by Haegang Yu Geun-hyecJnin 1991J', it aims to promote traditional

Its first floor oiffers two exhibition halls (Ceramics

• www.ktO.or.kr • Tel: 031-586-4393 Culture Haljand while the Antiquity Haegang Commemoration Exhibition Hall on the second

floor is home to over 7,000 ceramics (from celadon

to. black porcelains and white porcelains).

• www.haegang.Qrg

• Tel: Q311-634-2266

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SINDUN TRAD-ITIONAL CERAMICS LEARNING CENTER

Housed in Sindun Elementary School (Sugwangri, Icheon), the center offers excellent ha nd 50-on programs on ceramks, It boasts an impressive array of facilities to run those programs with studios, kiln rooms, and exhibition halls. Cerarn lcs Info rmatlon tchson, Archives ce ramtcs:
0 ffers

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CENTER

ICHEON WORLD C:ERAMllC

Located in SeGloa.ng Park in Gwango-dong,

compre h ensive

information

on

it is both a research and exhibition center. Equipped Vllith four spacious exhibltio-n halls, the center offers ceramic works by renowned Korean and international
artists, Within the center are an auditorium, . eminar s large

Quad GO r Learn ing, craft experiences;

Todam Learning, roasting e)(per,iences; rova learning,

visual education, and the Local Ceramics Exhibition Hall, unique works by artists .

rooms, arid a library;

outside

it area • http;//1.2 2_203.22.6 7/cerami c/index.html • Tel: 031-632-7006

Traditional

Kiln, Gombang Large Kiln, roya Land,

and Clay Park, The center hosts the World CeramHC Biennale Korea every other year_

• www_wocef.com

• Tel: 031-645-0614

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STUDIO
Important

YUG] (BRASSWARJ:)

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SEOGYEONGDEUl

SAUCE VILLAGE

TRADITIONAL

Anseong Yugi (brassware) Intangible

has been beloved by the

Koreans since the Chosun Period. Including

Cultural Property Kim Geun-

Situated in Seogyeong-ri (Moga-myeon, Icheon), it is a traditional vill.age, in which over 90 households produce chili peppers and

su, over 20 artists produce a variety of outstanding brassware, which covers spoons, tableware, kettles, and decorative items.

tobacco. The village runs

a variety af hands-on programs 50 that visitors can learn about how to make traditional Korean sauces. It also offers lots which vasitors can rent during the weekend and do their own farming. • www_anseongyugi.com • Teh 031-675-2590

• http://seogyeong.Gy-bericheon.go.kr II • Tel: 031-632-5678

HISTORY & CULTURE

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FOR HISTORY

& CULTURE

~DUlration;on e day or two davs

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RULGUKSA TEMPLE
th e temp le renects the te chncjo gv and

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Situated in the so-uthwest of the gorgeo-usToh amsan MQut.1ta in Gyeongju, in essence of the architectural

flourishing !Buddhism during the Unified Silla Period. Sarngungnyusa (tale of the Thr,ee Kingdoms) states that the temple was Delieved to have been built by Kim Dae-saeng in 751 A_D. in his. devotion to his parents. !Befitting its stature as a UNESCO World Heritage site {des~gnated in December 1995}, the temple boasts precious cultural properties (pagodas and statues).

• www.bulguksa.or.kr

• Tel: 0504-746-9913

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the 3fd year

~BUNHWANGSA
Established
I'lU rtu

of Queen Seondeok's reign, Monk Wo-nhyoand Monk Jajang

during re d th e ir Bud d h ist fa ith in the temple in the te rnple. Remaining are the Bunhwangsa

Stone Pagoda, Monk Hwajeong Mo-numel:lt, and a stone well. As the first temple built during the Silla Period, it used to have a painting depicting GUJanyin (bodhisattva associated with campassion), which is
IIlOW

missing.

• www.bunhwangsa.org

• Tel: 054-742-9922

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lliEONGJU

Opened in 1975, the museum offers exquisite relics

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CHEONMACHONG
As the only tumutl
open to the public among Daere UFl gwon (Tumult Park), Cheonma ch ong is

(Jof the Sitla Period. It offers themed exhibitions depending on the type of relics: Archaeology Hall, Art Hall, Anapji Hall, and Outdoor Exhibition, It ls home to numerou-s relics including the Sacred Belt o-f King Seongdeok the Grea~. AU in all, over 3,oQ-O
items are displayed year-roun d.

believed to have been built between the late 50th century and early eth century, Excavated items include golden crowns, go~den belts, and gilt-bronze
shoes. It is named

as such because a painting

• http://gyeongju.museurn.go.kr • Tel: 054'740'7500

depicting a horse flying to the sky was excavated in

1973,

• www.gyeomgju,go.kr

• Tel: 054'743'1925

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!\ Established during the reign of Qrueen Seondeok,

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BANWOlSlEONG

It was part of the royal palace compound during the Silla Period. Its name comes from the fact that it resembled the crescent moon; it was. also called Jaeseong because the king resided there. To protect enemy invasions,

'\ Gheomseongdae (National Treasure No .31) it is the \ d\~est astronomical observatory in Asia. Twenty' seven circular layers of cut granite are\mownted with a sq ua re win dow
.Jletw.een the 13th and 15th layers, thr?ll1gh which ob-servers can walk
, inside the observatory.
I

a wide moat surrounded its north,

west, and east sldes while a natural stream worked as a buffer to the south. Within Balwolseong is Seokblnggo, an ice house made of rocks built durfing the Chosun Perio-d.

• www.gyeongju.go.kr .. www.gyeongju.go.kr • Teb °54'772'5134

• Tel: 054-779-6063

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ANAPJI (ANAPJI POND)

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As the part of the palace complex during the Unified Silla Period, it used to be surrounded by various
buildings and gardens. Built in 674 A.D. during the reiglll of King Munmu, the pond was horne to colorful plants, birds, and animals. King Taejo of the Goryeo Dynasty hosted banquets here when greeting distinguished guests. The pond was origlnaUy (:a~ted Woiji, but its name was later changed to the current name when it brimmed with wLtd geese and ducks during the Chosun Period.

This spadous tumuli park (n6.50om2) in Gyeongj~

is home to 23 tombs, including the tomb of Kil'1~ Michu o-f the Sma Period. The only tomb open to
the public is Cheonmachong, which lets visitors look inside. A main tomb among Daereungwon is Hwangnamdaechong, the burial mound for a married couple.

• www.gy.eongju.go.kr

• Te~:054-772-6317

• VfflW_gyeongju.go.kr

• Tel: 054-772-40.41

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array of Buddhist technique statues. Especially the as is considered

SEOKBINGGO

.... S _OKGURAM GROTTO

As a natural freezer made of rocks, Seokhinggo was buiit in Banwolseong in 1738 during the 14th year of King Yeongjo's reign (of the Chosun Period). The squared icehouse is 19m in length, 6m in width, and 5Asm in height. Composed Gf over 1,000 stones, it has three holes through which air can circulate and has furrows at the bottom, which drain water. It can be accessed by stairs through a gate.

Established by Kim Dae-seong in 751 A.D_ during th'e reign of King Gyeongdeok, the grotto boasts a beautiful notable is the circular ceiling made of 360 stones whose architectural only kind in the world. It became a UNSECOWorld Heritage s.ite in 1995 because of its importamce an embodiment weU as Buddhist art. of the arts of the Sllla Period as

• VIIWW.gyeongju.go.kr • httpJ/www_sl!Jkgu~am_org • Tel.:054-746-9933

• Tei: 054-779-6061

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U~DERWATER TOMB Of KINO

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TOMB OF ICING TA£]ONG MUYEOL

Sitaated in Seondosan Mountain in northwestern Gyeongju, it is the tomb ()f King Taeiong Muyeol (29th king O'f the SiUa Period) who was a main cO'ntr~buttor

unifY

the Three Kingdoms

against the intrusions of the Tang Dynasty of China.

to unifying the Three Kingdoms. Allying with the

Tang Dynasty of China. he helped conquest the Baekje Dynasty and paved the way for the Unified Sitla Period. The tomb is relatively large with a width of '114m and a height of B.7m-

• www.gyeongju_go.krr

• Tel: 054-779-6061

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• www.gyeolflgju.go.kr

• Tel: ()54-772-·4531

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It was here that kililgs during the Silla Period hosted banquets. But the only remains today is a granite water course structure officials were said Poseokjeong. resembling

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began its construction under King

abalone. The

water course stretches over 6m. The king and his

This temple

to drink and recite poetry at

Munmu who unified the Three Kingdoms and wanted to ward off J.apanese invasions with the spirit of Buddha. It was completed in 682 A_D. by his son, King Slnmtm who subsequently named the templ·e out of gratitude to his !father. The temple is home to two .stone pagodas surrounded by a main temple building and an assembly hall.

• www.gyeongju_go.kr

• Tel: 054-779-6061

FUN & ENTERTAIN MENT

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COURSES FOR FUN &

ENTERTAINMENT
~Duratlon; one day or half-a-day
~Howto Get There: buses. subways, or taxies

5:X: YOUR TRlP KoREA PuN

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UN MEMORIAL CEMETERY
it was established in 19511 during the Korean Wa~ As the only cemetery in the world for UN fo-rces,

to commemorate those who sacrificed their lives for pea ce and freed om. Curre ntly manage d by The Commission for the United Nations Memoriat Cemetery in Korea, it offers memorial monuments, sculptures, and statues of the UN forces.

• www.unrnck.or.kr

• Tel: 051-625-0625

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trees and pine trees, the hill Haeundae Eleach and at the array of

~UNDAE

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Flanked stretches s.ongjeong

by cherry

over 8km between

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Beach. A nice park awaits visitors

DONGBAEKSEOM (NURIMARU)
which used to

ISLAND
Beach is Dongbaek.seom

top of the hi~1. Known also for its cotorful cafes and gaUeries way, in the spring.

that attract visitors alon g th e the hill is a great spot to enjoy cherry blossoms

At the end of Haeundae connected island

be an island,
Hiking

but is now
surround • httpJ/tour.busan.go.kr a popular
2'005

to the mainland.

trails

and

a series

of statues
maetlngs

~ead up to

Nurrimaru APEC

House, which has become

and a beloved spot a mong

venue
Busan.

for international

since the

• Tel: °51'749'57°0

APEC Summit

visitors to

• http://tour.busan.go.kr www.busan.go.kr

(Oongbaekseom

Island)

(Nu rim aru) Island)

• Tel: 051'749'7621{Dongb,aekseollfl
051'1975-4335 (Nurimaru)

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HAEUNDAE BEACH
in

Situated spadous

Haeundae-gu, Busan,

the beach

boasts by

sandy area, beautiful

coastal lines. shallow lUxury

water level, and gentle waves. Surrounded hotels and skyscrapers,

it hosts a wide array of fun

Sand

festivals
more).

every year

Oncluding

Festival, Busan
and

Sea Festival, PGlar Bear Swimming

Competition,

• http;/lsunnfun.hfleundfl'e.go.krr • Tel: '°51'749'4335

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Situated in Yeongdo, its name originates from the fact that King Taejong (29th king of the Sllla Period who laid the foundation for unifying the Three Kingdo.mls) stayed here because of its captivating landscape and enjoyed shooting arrows. Stiff dififs and odd-shaped rocks are also. great sources to. learn about Busan's nature and history.

JAGALCHI MARKET
Home to fresh seafood mom allover the warfel, ttie market covers the area between the Dry Seafood_~ Market and Nambumin·dong Market. Its name is sa.id to have originated from the fact that Jagalchi, a type of bass fish On Korean), was traded there or from

the fact that the market was surrounded by gravel Oagal in Korean). It bustles with ~ife in the early
morning, !full of merchants and customers.

• www.j,agalchimarket.org • www.taejongdae.or.kr • Tel:

• Tel: 051-245-2594

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PlAZA

The plaza is located in Nampo-dong, the main stage of the Pusan International Film Festival (PIFF). From the beginn ing of the festlva] in 1.996, the festival was named PIFF Plaza. The plaza is home to an outstanding array of art halls and cinema houses Onclu di ng Gukd 0 Art Cinema, Cinus, Daeyeong Cinema, and CGV NampQ) .

• www.piff.org

Sitwated in Sinchang-dong, Gukje Market has been a symbolic. traditional market in l3usan. Formed after Korea's liberation from Japan illl 1945, it has grown into

a market with over

1.,500 shops, Unlike other

traditional markets, Gl!Jkje Market offers many shops selling food, seafood, farm produce, and meat,

• http=/Itour.bsjunggu.go.kr

• Tel; 0051-245-7389

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~DUlratlon;one day or half-a-day

~Howto Get There: taxies. buses. boats. or rental cars

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This spacious park boasts. an impressive array of subtropical plants, exotic botanical gardens, and caves. It is also decorated with Palm Tree Avenue, Hyeopjae & Ssangyong Caves, Ieju Stone & Bonsai

. HALLIM PARK

Garden, Jae-Am Folk Village, Bird Garden, and J.aeAm stone Exhibition Hall.

• WVvW.hallimpark.co.kr • Tel: 06.4-796-0001

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This spacious garden showcases stone sculptures

that express the local uniqueness of Jeju Island. These sculptures ,express Buddhist faith as well as local life such as Do~ Hareubang ("Old Grandfather"
statues commonly seen in leju Island), a wo-man carrying her baby while pumping water from a well, and sculptures reflecting local legends. Numerous sculptures made of local basalt decorate the garden.

• www.jejutour .. o.kr g

• Tel. 064'796-3360

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SOINGOOK THEME PARK

As the largest milniature theme park in Korea, the
spacious park offers over 100 miniatures from 3() countries. Soma of popular miniatures include Jeju International Airport, Bulguksa Temple. the leaning Tower of Pisa, the Tower Bridge, and the Forbidden

City. The park also features dinosaur fossils,an outd OQr perforrnan te stage, a lea rni ng center,
Baeknok Exhibition H,a~l,and items showing local stone culture and folk religion. As the Uargesttea museum in Korea, it offers visitors an opportunity to experlence traditional tea

culture,
• www.soingook.com • Tel: 064-794-5400

Situated at the entrance to Seogwang Tea Garden, the museum is a great place totake a rest. Infu5~ng boothtraditional beauty and modem sophistication,

the build ing (two floors) tooks like ane lega nt tea
rup, Visitors can also appreciate tea exhibitions and purchase various tea items.

• \IoJ'oI.r'Vo,I,osulloc.co.krTe~; 064-794-5312 •

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IMith his talland

(DRAGON HEAD) COAST

resembles a dragon head going into the sea. Legend

Situated in front of Sanbangsan Mountain, this coast has it that King Qin Shi Huang ordered hi_s men to knt the drag-on on the Yongmeori coast because he sensed that his competitor would emerge there.

back cut into pieces. the dragon

is believed to have howled with pain for many days. Along the coast, visitors will see a monument in memory of Hendrick Hamel, who was the first Westerner to write about the Chosun Dynasty.

• 'IIfVoJW.jejutour.go.kr

• Tet: 064-794-29'40

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FALLS
cliffs, this waterfall (22m by

C;'1EONJIYEON
Dropping from odd-shaped and a spectacular

in height and 12m in width) creates majestic sounds splash. It is also surrounded

rare trees,

tocal plants Onc.~uding whisk ferns) and

rich subtropical plants.

Beh ind Sanba ngsan Moun tatn is this beautiful park surrounded sculptures by lush trees. It offers over 19,0

by Korean artists. Distinct art pieces are

accompan ied by exce llent su rrou n d in 8'5 in clu din g an outdoor exhibition hall, hiking trai~s. ponds, and waterfalls.

• www.jejuarts.com

• Tel: 064.794.968.0

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jeongbang
of the three

FALLS
one along with

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best falls on leju Island

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OEDOLGAE ROCK
coast in S.ammaebong (zkm from

Cheonjiyeon Falls and Cheonjeyeon Falls. As the only waterfall next to the coast in Asia, two branches of

Just off the been created With

20m

downtown Seo-gwipo), this rock is believed to have

by volcanlc eruption 1.S million years ago. it is named as such because it stands alone.
in height, the rock is one of the most odd-

water plunge directly into the ocean, A splendid fivecolor rainbow us a pLeasant gift to visitors, often seen fro-m th e fal~s.

shaped rocks along the coast surroundfng Seogwipo.

• www.;'e~utour.go.kr

• Tel: 064-733-15-3'0

• www.jejutouf.go_kr

• Tel: 064-760-3031

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" JEJU FOLK VIllAGE MUSEUM
The museum covers the daily Ufe of leju Island in the late 19th century, Its theme sections include

Mountain Village, Hill-Country Village. Fishing Village,

Shamanism Village, Old Jeju Administr.ation Office, IVarket. and F1ishingTool Exhibition Halt. Likewise, over 100 repro-duced houses offers over 8,000 folk items ranging from farm equipment to, furniture, stone statues, and dai~y use items.

• www.jejufokcom

• Teh 064-787-4501

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As the fiirst museum in Korea on films, the giant

museum (B2F-1F), shaped like a white shell. olffers everything on films: their origin, their development, and thel r future. Visitors can ap'preciate a vast
variety of movies covering multip~e themes and varying tlmes,

.' www.jejuscm.co.kr

• Tel: 064-764-7777

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SlEOPJIKOJI
Situated on the East Coast of Je~uIsland, it is known for beautiful surroundings and all kinds of oddand shaped rocks. Umtike other coastal areas on the island, Seopjikoji sometimes is made of volcanic ashes

appears to be submerged depending on

the timing of the ebb and flow of the tide.

• www.jejutour.go.kr

• Tel: 064-760--4251

"Y~NGDUAM (DRAGON HEAD) ROCK

As its name indicates, the rock looks lUke a dragon, about to fly to the :sky. One legend has it that a dragon stealing p reclou soia de from Hall asan
Mountain was shot down by an arrow from the froze mountain deity. When he feU down, he immediately sank into the ocean and his head rapidly while

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to have some distance from the rock. to appreciate its

may want magnificence. Strong waves and winds tend to make

at the sky. Visitors

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SlEONGSAN ILCHULBONG (SUNRISE PEAK)
was formed Unlike other craters on Jeju Island, this peak (182m in height)

it look more spectacular.

• www.jejutGur .. o.kr g volcanic

• Te~~064-728-2753

Ily underwater

sruptto n, On top of the pea k is a large crater with a width of 600m and a height of gam. Overseeing the ocean and the sunrise fronn the to,p of the peak, it has been known for one of the best tour experiences in Jeju lsland,

• www.jejutour.go_kr

• Tel: 064-783-095.9

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UDO ISLAND

Lighthouse at its southeastesn tip. The island plateau itself is a rich lava marine with abundant

cliffs.

• www_iejutour.go_kr • Tel: 064-723-4333

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Designa.ted as Na.tura~ Manu. ment

For.est boasts over 2,80.0 cedar tree.5. A cedar trees (j-14m in height and 0.5-1.1 in

& ij ~iathl~~
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aged 500 to 800 years, fo·rms the spectacular forest Visito-rs may not want to miss the oldest tree (6m

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It is the longest lava tube (S-lOm in height and 5m in width) in the world running over 13.4km_ It was formed by the: volcanic eruption of Hallasan Mountain, Turtle) about 200,OOO-300,O()O years ago. This

in width and 14m in height) on Jeju Island, aged 810 years.

- www·iejusLgo.kr

- lei; 064-783-3857

tube olffers specta cuI ar features (uncl u din g Lava created boy spewing lava (World Natural

Heritage)_

• www.jejutour.go.kr

- Tet: 064-783-4818.

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As a rare crater out of

It is the only crater on Jeju Island that does not

tie on top of mountains.

mead owland, Sangumbur] (2,07om in circumference and 130m in depth) 85 slighter deeper and larger

than Baeknokdam of Hallasan Mountain. It is also.

a rich habitat for plants as over grow there.
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plant species

• www.iejusi.go.kr -leI: 01)4-783-9900

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J1EJU MINI MINI lAND

It is a spadous miniature park featuring architectural wonders from around the world. Over th e park, ineluding th e Statue of Liberty.
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Situated on the South Coast, it is a main resort on the res crt is home to luxury gardens, golf facilities, global

attractions and world heritages are represented in

lej u Island. Surroun d ed tty gorgeous nature, hotels, bora n tea I

beaches. convention centers,

waterfalls, and numerous entertainment

• www.miniminiland.co<.kr • Tel: 064.782.7720

facilities.

• www.j,eJusi.go.kr

• Tel: 064.739-133°

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~~YEOMIJI BOTANICAL GARDEN

As one of the largest botanical gardens in Asia, it features rare plants (from over 2,000 different species), flowers and herbs (from over 1,700 dHferent species), and trees. Its observation tower lets visitors oversee attractions as tar as Marado island, the southernmost location in Korea. Centered on the tower are a slew of themed sections
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,exhibiting tropical orchards, subtropical plants, and water ptants, Visitors can also walk around different garden styles Oncluding a traditiGnal Korean g,arden).

S013S0KKAK

The estuary at the end of Hyodoncheon Stream is a

very quiet place surrounded by odd-shaped volcanic

• www.yeomiju.or.kr

• Teb 064'718-3828

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TOUR COURSE FOR FILM & ROMANCE

[Seoul. Gyeonggi-do:, &.lncheon1

-Duration: one d.ay 01' two days -How to Get There: subways, buses or cars

COURSE #1
Yangju -) Guri -) Namyangju -) Gapyeong -) Yangpyeong

COURSE #2

[Busan]
-Duration: one day -How to Get There: subways or buses

COURSE #1
40 Steps -} Oloryang Sanghae Street -} Suyeongman Yacht Stadium -} Susan Cinema Studios -} Gijang Daebyeon Port -} I\r1ipo

Deju Island]
-Duration: one d,ay or two days -How to Get There: buses, rental cars, or ferries

COURSE #1
Mysterious !Road -) Hauasan Mountain -) leiu Race Park -) Hlyeopjae Beach -) Hyeopjaegul Cave -) Biyangdo Island -) Chagwido Island -Duration: one day or two days -How to Get There: buses, rental cars, or ferries

COURSE #2
Gimnyeong Beach -) Gimnyeoligsagul Cave -) Abu Oreum -) Park Southemland -) Seongeup Folk Village -} Udo Liglhthouse -Duration: 3 days and z nights -How to Get There: buses, rental cars, or ferries

COURSE #3
Keuneong -) !ntemational. Convention Center [eju -} Jungmun Saekdal Beach -} Oleonjeyeon Falls; -) Teddy Bear Museum -) Songaksen Mountain -) Marado Island

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Shiri to J5A?were filmed in this studio.

Often ca'ted"" 1

''Korean Universa~ Studios," the giant studio is fun of a.wid.e array of filming sets including traditional wooden houses, traditio-nat thatched houses, indoor

~ DAEJANGGEUM THEME PARK

Located un Yangju CultlJ)re Vq~ley. this spacious park
reproduces the outdoor set exactly as it appeared in the popular addition, Korean drama. Daejanggeurn. In a wide array of programs and events are

studios, and Undang House.

in place for visitors to enjoy. The park piays an important role in promoting the Korealil Wave and introducing it to visitors.

• hnp://studio.kofic..or.kr

• Teh 031-579'0-605

• www.imbc_com

• Tel: 031-849-5140

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Situated in Guri, the park with the focus on the Goguryeo Period has been a filming site forr a series of popular Korean dramas including Taewangsasingi,

Land oJ Wind, Hong Gil DOl:1g, and Prim;:ess la

M(ung. The only blacksmith village in Korea is also surrounded by excellent amenities.

• www.goguryeotQwn.co.kr

• Tel: 031-550-2363

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PETITE FRANCE
As the main stage for the popular Korean Drama,
Beethoven Virus, the vi~lage is a small French-style vlllage. Coloeful wooden houses, roofs, and walls create an atmosphere in which visitors feel as if they were in a frernch vlllage. Main attractions indude the House Exhibition Hall, 5aint-Exupery Memorial H.aU, Orgel House, galleries, and Beethoven Virus Studio,

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Located in Buche-on, the studio reproduces streets in Iongno and Myeong-dong from the 19305-19705-

As a popular filming site, the studio has produced a series of Korean dramas and films?to name a few,
Rustic Period, the Age of Heroes, Pharmadst Kim's Daughters, t.ove and Ambition, and Beyond the Years. Seoul 1945, High Kick, Low Life. Taegeukgi, Rikidozan, Blue Swal~ow.

• www.pfcamp.com

• Tel- 031-584-8200

• www.fantastkstudio.or.kr

• Teb 032 -23 6-2583

DUMULMEORl
Dumulmeori in Yangpyeong, where Namhangang River and Bukhang.ang River tntersect, is known as a popular site for couples to take their wedding pictures. Having appeared in many Korean dramasand films, an old zstkova tree (40o-years.-old), rain fogs rising in the early morning, and two boats create a picturesque atmosphere. Visitors, while seated on a wooden bench under the zeltkova tree, can overlook the gorgeous rivers and mountains.

For More Information

• http;f/korean.visitkorea.or;l<r • Tel: 031-770-2068

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Located in Jungang-dong, BU5~n, 400Steps has appeared in Korean films rnclloldilngNowhere to Hide.

Old buildings and printing shops next to 400 Steps

make visitors feel as if they were in the past. In the middle of it is a musician playing the acco-rdion.

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Often seen in Korean films. the stadium is also one of the main stages for the Pusan international Rim Festival. As a popular filming site, it has appeared in .' http://4ostair.bsjumggu. • Tel; 051-600-4542 go. k~/mainjmain .ph p movies induding TyphOQn (the scene depictirng the collision between

a car and a boat) and Open City.

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Grand Prix at the 2004 Cannes FUm Festival. During the movie, the main character, Oh Dae-su, is locked in a hotel mom for 15 years. He is fed only

The street is the filming site for the KDrean film. Oldl::toy, which won the

fried dumplings through a narrow

stat for all those years. After he is released,

he searches for a restaurant that made the dumplings. This scene was filmed on Sanghae Street and visitors can also visit the restaurant. langseonghyang.

This small

port village,along

the

raUroad

on the

Donghae Nambu line, is a popular fi~ming location. Its ra llroa d cro ssl ng has appea red in movies

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Ties and My Girl and I. Local

many visitors, particularly,

also attract

during the
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SUSAN CINEMA STUDIOS

• http=l/tour.busar.l.go.kr

Bus,am Cinema Studios boasts the largest sound stage in Korea.

Eq uipp

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• Tel: oSl-888-3484 (CultlJre & Arts Division)

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fa cllittes

fa r fiilmmake rs, it has prod uced popu tar

films including I'm a Cyborg but That's OK, Bloody TIe, and Oasls. It is also a gre,a~spot to overlook the splendid Gwangan Bridge at night as weU as the

ocean,

• www.bfc.m.kr

• Tel:

051-731-6527

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Known as the town of anchovies,

Gijang 15 a small village in which the sound

of fishing boats signals the dawn, But it has also become popular because of the blockbuster, Friends. The port appears in scenes of the movie ~n which four friends play with a water tube and swim; the actor Dang Dong-gun becomes a gang boss and builds hls grounds there. The red lighthouse appeared in the movie. also

• http://tour.busan.go.kr

• Tel: 05-1-709-4000

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~ MYSTERllOUS ROAD (DOKKABI ROAD)

This road appeared in the movie, Love Wind and love Song. It is a bizarre place on which parked

cars ~ook as though they are moving backward

and upward rather than downward. But that visual illusion is created by the neighboring environment.

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HALLASAN MOUNTAIN
Hallasan

mountains in Korea. Appearing in the Korean drama, My Name Is Kim Sam Soon, it is a dormant volcanic mountain, most of which Is covered with basalt. At

• www.jejutour.go.kr

• Tel: 064-728-2753

the top of the mountain to rich plants (from over

crater filled with water. The mountain is also home different species),

trees, and meadows.

• www.haltasan.go.kr

• Tel=064.713-9950

Appearing

in the movie, Lump_ ~u\~:

t,fle'l)atl:L.

offers everything about horses

a'od hor~ ,racing: '

Establish ed in 1990, th e park has ~athaeted m.an\{ vlsltors to its entertainment faciUties and: re~[ng

spots. Visitors can also enjoy watching ~ocatlYlired

ponies (designated as National Monument No. 347).

• www.kra.w.kr/race/jejujlndex.jsp • Teb o6A-741·9U4

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HYEOP]AE BEACH
As the filming site for the drama, Loving You, the beach is known for its transparent water, white sand, and sea shells. The white sandy beach, emerald-blue

sea, and gorgeous sunset has made it: one of the most popular beaches on leiu Island.

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• www.jejutour.go_kr • Tel: 064.-728-7672

"BIYANGDO

ISLAND

The island can be seen from Hyeopjae !3each. As the filming location for the movie. Spring Day. and the drama. Daejamggeum, it is a volcanic island surrounded by abundant schools of fish and marine plants. As. a popular fishing site, the island boasts Biyangbong Peak (consisting of six peaks), two aaters, and numerous odd -shaped rocks (indud ing one looking mke someone

carrying a baby).

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Designated as Natural Monument No. 236, it is both a lava and limestone

cave, The black lava

cave has been transformed into a golden limestone cave thanks to sea shells. The walls Inside the cave look like a series of wa~l paintings with picturesque limesto-ne features. It was also the filming site for the drama, Daejanggeum.

• www.hatlimpark.co.kr

• Tel: '064'796'0001

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Having appeared in the movie, fate

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known for its soft sandy area, emerald-blue sea, and

beach is a popular fishing

~ CHAGWIDO ISLAND
This uninhabited island (colTlsisting of three islands) is known for its beautiful landscape and abundant schools of fish. AppearEng in the drama, Loving You, it is horne to majestic ctiffs, splendid green fields, and rich plants (over 82 d~fferent species).

• www.jejutour,go,kr

• Tel: 064-728-7773

• www.jejutour.go.kr

• Tel: 064-728-4231

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ABUOREUM
Situated in Ge onyeo ng Ranch (Songd an gni, Gujwaeup), this small votcantc mountain has become in

known to the public thanks to its appearance

the movie, les lnsurges, Thts gentle mountain has a crater that is 78m deep with a circumference of 1,400m. Visitors can appreciate the wonderful erosion process of the volcanic crator,

• http://natllJr:e.jeju.go.kr

\11 PARK SOUTHERNLAND

As the focal pofnt of the filming industry on le~u
Is~and, it is a th eme reso-rt full of attractl a ns, Having appeared in the drama, Taewangsaslng], it reproduced Gungnaeseong Fortress (a capital town of the Goguryeo Period built 1,500 years ago), which includes a palace, moats, a market, a village for

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Phoen lx, th is a sandy area at (o-w Havi ng ap p ea red in the drama, spacio-us bea.ch becomes

tide wh it e becom e a circular ~ake at high ti de. Surrounded by a port, the beach is known for its transparent shallow water and beautiful night view.

a rlstoc rats , a village for commoners, and a luxurious

lodging house. • www.jejutour.go.kr • Te~;064-760-4476

• www.parksouthernland.co.kr • Tel: 064-78:2-9471

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"KEUNEONG
Surrounded by scenic coastat ~ines. it appeared in the movie. Swallow the Sun. It is named because th e
FO cky

h ill I QO ks as if it tri ed to swall ow its Ma~estic waves, large odd-shaped ocean make

surroundings.

basalt rocks, and the emerald-blue on Deju Island.

Keuneong one of the most picturesque attractions

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• www.jejutour.go.kr

• Te~:064-760-4151

SiEONGEUF FOLK VILLAGE

Known for the filming site for Beyo,nd the Years, the vmage offers various local butldlngs from the past. It displays and houses school, a Confucian

a government office site, Dol Hareubang (Old Grandfather) statues, monuments, local foo-d, local
crafts, folk songs, and more.

• www.iejutour.go_kr

• Tel: 064-787-1179

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in Iungrnun Resort Complex, this large convention center (B2F-5F) boasts an exterior that

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Situated in lungrnun Resort Complex, the beach is surrounded by excellent amenities. entertainment facitities, and

sttuated

symbolizes Jeju lstand. Surrounded tty outstanding landscaping, it also appeared in the drama, All ln.

outsta nd ing nature. Having a ppea red

Main facilities include Tamna Hall. Halla Hall. Samda Hall. seminar rooms, and VIP roems.

in the drama. Phoenix, it is an ideal venue for water sports, including wind surfing and w,a.terskiing. It is a sight to see .strong waves collapsing Into the. stiff diffs .

• www.iccjeju.co.kr

.Tel~ 064-735-1000 • www.jejutour,go.kr • Tel: 064-760-4853

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HILL
a breathtaking view of the

The last scene of the movie. Shiri, was filmed here. The stiff hill overlooks

ocean and co astal lines enveloping Bu ngmun Reso rt Complex. Situated in the forest?which itself is in
the west of the complex?it was visited tty President

Bill Clinton, Pri me Mi nister Hashimoto Ryutaro, an d

President Gorbachev,

• www.jeiutour.go.k~

• Tel:,064-760-2671

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The falls means "Pond of the God" because ~egend

has it that nymphs come down to the falls at night to bathe. Having appeared in the- drama, My Girl, it boasts multiple-tiered faHs in which the first waterfall (22m in height and a water tevet of 21m) flaws into
the second waterfall producing spectacular drops.

• www.reiutour.go_kr

• Tel: o64-76o-6J311

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located in southernmost Korea, Marado Island is a filming site for the movie Swallow the Sun. On the outskirts of the island are a beautiful array of stiff cliffs, odd-shaped rocks, and sea caves, It takes approximately one hour for visltors to tour the entire mountain.

TEDDY BEAR MUSEUM

Having appeared in the drama, Prin(:e in April
2001 in the jungrnun

museum opened

Resort cornptex, Overlooking the ocean, it displays teddy bears collected from around the world for the last 100 years, in two reguli3f exhibition halls and a spsde] exhibition hall. It also offeus ex.celt,ent amenities with an outdoor park, cafes, and a gift

• www.jejutour.go.kr

• Te~:064-760-4051

• www.teddybearmuseum.com

• Tel: 064-7'38-7600

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SONGAKSAN MOUNTAIN
Having appeared Gapado Island, Ltwe Song, the mountain overlooks Marado

lstand,

IsLand, Sanbangsan

Mountain, and, even as far as Hallasan Mountain. Consisting of numerous peaks, the mountain (104m in height) ashes.

has a large crater

(80m de-ep with a

circumference of soom) and stiU preserves volcanlc

• www.jejutour.go.kr

• Tel: 064-760-4022

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EXPERIENCE TOUR (WWOF)

Willing Workers on Organic Farms (WWOF)refers to volunteers witting to work on organic farms, Through the program, visitors work for 4-5 hours on an organic farm in exchange for free !food and housing. Over 2,000 international visitors are believed to have experienced the program. There are 25 organic farms associated with WWOF.Many of those farms reside on leju lslan d (five

farms] and Ieolla-do (five farms).

• www.wwoolkorea.co.kr

• Tel: 02-723-4458

WWOF ACROSS KOREA (2 DAYS AND ON1ENIGHT)

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Yangpyeong Borigoge Village

, Gwangwon-do
Pyeongchang Wind Village Ulyaji Situated at the ~ow and of DaegwaHyeomgHill (800m in height) to the south of Gwangwon-do, the vill.age is home to sheep farms. Visitors will be given from

Visitors can learn about how to make traditional Korean soy sauce. They will learn how to choose soy beans, how to steam them, and how to make fermented soybeans. Through the learning process, visito rs will experlence the lmportance of integrity going into Korean food. As an added bonus, visitors

unique experience to tend sheep and shear wool

a sheep.

will be offered delicious Korean food prepared with

traditional soy sauce.

• Kow to Get There: trains or buses

• Tel: 033-336-9812

• Ifow to Get There: trains or buses

• www.borigog'e.invit.org • leo!: 031-774-7786

, Jeollabuk-do
Huan Hapgu Village FuU of attractions, comb! nes the attra it is a beautiful villag·e that fish in g all d

ctton

of both

mountain villages. Surrounded by pine trees, visitors

~ Chungcheonglbruk-do
Danyeng Handeumi Villill~ Situated in Chungcheongbuk-do, the heart of the place Korean Peninsula, the village ls a beautiful

can participate in digging up lilies. Within the vmage is the Insect & Reptile Ecology Center that displays a wide array of insects, butterflies, and reptiles (from over 100 different species).

surrounded by outstanding nature with mountains, va~levs. and caves. As a popular WOFF location, the village offers visitors an opportunity to steam

• How to Get There; trains • Tet: 063-583-0155

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buses

farm products induding corn, potatoes, and sweet

potatoes.

, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Yeongdeok DCH!jin Village

• ItJ.w to Get There: trains or buses

• Teb 043-422-2831

As a fishing village, it provides visitors with an

opportunity

to catch fish in the beautiful East Sea.

Visitors can taste fish they catch fresh out of the sea or eat sea .squirts th ey picked up from a sea squirt

farm. Learning how to catch 'fish in a dragnet can be really fun.

• How

to Get There: trains o~ buses

• Tel: 054-734-1018. Baeun Gubyeong Areum Village Situated Soknlsan alcohol. alcohol) location Mountain,
• Hg,w

between

Guby eongsa n Mountain

an d the

Mou ntain iil Chungch eongbuk-do, Visitors can brew Songnoju the beauty

village is known for brewing delicious traditional (a type of of Soknlsan using pine needles, to appreciate It ls also a great

to Get There: trains or buses

• Tel~043-544-078.8

, Gyeongsangnam-do
Changwon Gammiroeun Village Situated in Changwon, the village offers programs focusing on sweet persimmons. Visitors can make tea using persimmon leaves in the spring or make natural dyes usililg unripe persimmons
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in ~he;'

summer. Tasting wines made of sweet persimrodlils; 1 Ii [50 one 0 f t he p If'" easures a vtstttngt he VI'IIag~.. '
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HAN OK VILLAGE
Korean houses). louring
Korean games,

EXPERIENCE TOUR
This tour lets visitors understand Korean culture and tradition by staying in Hanok (traditional and and

staying lnandent

houses

will ofifer visitors the feel of KQre,an

living in the past, how to play tradttlone] [earn about tradh:ional etiquette.

• http://korean.visitkorea.or.kr/kor/hanok/in

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HANOK VILLAGE EXPERIENCE TOURACROSS KoREA (TWO DAYSAND ONE NIGHT)

,Seoul
Narnsilngol Hanok Village 8ukd1(ln Hanak Village

As a :symbol of Seoul, Namsan Mountain has been known for having numerous
Koreans ,enjoyed drinking

This is the oilly village number of traditional picturesque traditional

in Seoul where a great houses are concentrated. for

pavilions

in which

and reciting poems. Within garden with local trees

Full of meandering paths, the village is known

the village is a traditional

houses, galleries. museums,

and plants, along with a pavilion and a pond. In the northeast of the garden are fiVe relocated traditional
houses to offer the feel of the traditional
living.

and art studios. The village used to he the home of upper classes dlUrlng theChosun Dynasty, and it

:Still

way of

pres erves the best of traditional

and their slrnple elegance.

house structures

The houses are deco-rated with furniture

buses, or

hefitting those who lived there.

• How taxies

to

Get

There: subways

or buses

• Jbw to Get There: subways,

• Tel: 02-2264'4412
• http://hanokmaeu~.seolJJl.go.kr

• Tel: 02'3707-8388 • http://bukchon.seolJJl.go.kr

Andong ToelYe Head House

The birthplace of the Confucian scholar Toegye Vi Hwang was rebuilt

by his 13th generational descendant, Hajeonggong vi Chu.ng-ho. Surrounded

by farm fi,e~dsand a mountain, the house boasts a large gate. Around

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Gyeongju Hanok Heuses
Visitors can experience the rise and fall of the Silla Dynasty in staying in Gyeongju Hanok houses. One of those houses, called Doknakdang, is designated as National Treasure No,. 413. Surrounded outstanding cheol, environment, the great-grandson of lee by an it is home to lee HaeEon-j-eok, a

a square frolilt yard are a main

access to the inner

house, a detached house, a pavilion, and a shrtine. The middle gate, providing quarters, is tilted to the right to prevent direct view into the space primarily occupied by women.

• How to Get There: trains, taxies, or buses

• Tel: 054-8-55-8332

monumental Confucian scholar during the Chosun Dynasty. WQlamja·e was created to commemorate General Kim Ho. Suhojae, hotd up to
100,

a series

of houses

relocated from vartous locations and restored, can visitors.

• I-bw

to Get

There: trains or buses

• Te~:053-123-4567 • www.gjgotaek.kr

Ocheon Gunia Village

The village began to be formed by Gwangsan Kim Hyo-ro 500- 600 yea rs submerged

ago, Facing the th reat of being

by Amdong Dam in 1974, the village, with

many ancient houses, was r'e~o(ated to the current place, Gunja refers to the fact that the village has produced outstanding men with noble character over the years (iinduding Kim Bu-pil, Kum Ui, Kim Bu-in, and Kim Bu-ryun). • How to Get There: trains, taxies, or buses • Tel: 054-8.52-5414

Gyeongju Choi Family Head House

Established around
1700, the

head house boasted

of Andons Jirye Art Village It was formed in July 198-7 after a sertes of houses belonging to Kim Bang-g'eolof the utseong Kim family clan were relocated there because of the danger of being submerged dille to the construction of Imha Dam. Surrounded by a beautiful lake and a mountain, the vnlag,e is a great venue for artists and serves asa meeting place for them. Traditional memorial services are held in public
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the Gyeongju Choi family clan is located next to Namcheon Stream, It initially oven 99 rooms, but two detached houses, called Sarangchae and Byeoldang, were burned to the ground in 1970. It has important hlstorlcal value because it preserves typical aristocratic house structures of the Chosun Dylil asty. In the middle of the Chosun Dynasty, the Choi family moved here and has built a reputation

for their compasslon and patriotism for ',,;n5,''';es,

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that visitors

can leamabout traditional Korean rituals.

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HIKING TRAIL TOUR (OlLE TRAILS, DULLE TRAILS)

Hiking Trail Tour is designed for those who want to tour while walking, Some trails are not neatly connected, but visitors will find it fun to pursue some missing trails while enjoying the outstanding landscape. The best hiking trails can be found on lirisan Mountain (Dulle Trails) and! on lelu Island (QUeTrails). Both locations and their scenic sights

will surely offer some of the best travel experiences to visitors.

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. OLlE TRAILS IN JEJU ISLAND

In Jeju dialect, olle refers to small pathways ifIanked oy the stone walls of each house and connected to the main road in the village. These pathways, in tum, connect

~ Obongri luheungdong lntersertlon > Geollllmulle Beach)

Tower ) Hagosudong Beach) Biyangdo Island) loilri Veongildong Kkotyanggwibi Mangdongsan )Udobong (Poppy Flowers) Colony)

a person to the outsjde world. Endlessly

olla shows the beauty of the local

meanderlng

cu~ture, unlqu e to Jeju Is~a nd,

• Duratiom one day for ea ch trail • How to Get There: buses, rental cars, cruises. or air
• Tel: 064.762.219,0 • www.jejuoUe.org

• Olle Trails ln Jeju Island • OUe Trilil #1: Siheung - Gwangchigi

• Distance: approximately lskm (s·6 hours) Siheung Elemental)' SChODI ) Malmi Oreurn (Oreum refers to numerous smaU vctcanlc mountains on JejlU Island) ) Al Oreum ) lungsangan Gate) ) Gwangchigi Beach RQad ~ JongdaUi Peak) Dolkani ) Cheonjin Port • QUe TraUlh: Gwangchigi - Onpyeong • Distanoee: approximately 17.2km (5·6 hours) Gwangchigi Beach) Reservoir) Seawall) Siksanbong Peak) Ojori Fortress Site) Seongsan Sewage Treatment Plant) Goseong Wit (Upper) Village) at Daeslllsanlilong

Center) Mokhwa Rest Area) Seongsan Gapmun (Rood

Daesusanbong Peak) Daesusanbong Peak Old Crater ) Daesusanbong Peak ) .[emete~ Peak) for Couples) Site) Honinji (Marriage Site) ) langhansu (Water Onpyeong Elementary School)

Baeknyeonhaero (Growing Old Happily Together) Tree

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) Spring Water Site ) Onpy,eong Port

• Olle Trail #5: N.amwon - Soesokkak • Di$tante: N,amwon (Old ) Tong Trail) Colony apprQximately Port
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Olle

• Olle Tr.i1 #3; Onpyecmg - Py()seQn

• Distance: approximately Onpyeon Lighthouse) g Port zzkrn (6-7 hours] on ) Onpye

:askm

C5-6

hours)
Hiking Trees) (Camellia

Keuneong

Gyeongseungji

g d 0 Da atbul

Slngeumut
l

) Dongboaeknamu

) Jungsangan Peak)

OUe ) Nansanri

Wimi

Port lobaemeodeulkojl Black Sand Hyodoncheon Beach

l

) Neophille

>

Oreum > Dokj,abong Gallery} Dumoak

Samdalli ) Kim Young Gap ) Sinpung, Sincheon

GOlilgcheanpo Yechonmang)

Mangjang

Port )

) Slngpungnl

Stream - Soesokkak

Sea Ranch DUe) Baegopeun

Slnchaonnl
Bridge>

ViUage Dlle > pyeoseon

Hacheonnl

(HungliY)

1, 2 Beach)

• OUe Trail #6: Soesokkak Dangke Port • Distance: approximately Soesokkak

J Sogeummak

- Oedolgae :askm (4-5-5 hours) > Jejigi Oreum Bomok ) Bornak Sewage Paradise - Seogwipo Lee lllJng

• Olle Trail #4: Pyoseo n - &\!amwon

• Distance: approximately Pyoseon ) Haevichi 23km (6-7 hours) Oangke Port Grass Plaza ~ Bangae Dongsan Hotel

Port ) Gudumi
Treatment ) Hotel> Plant)

Port)

Seogwipo

Seogwipo

KAt Hotel). of Painter

Faits

& Resort>

Gaetneup

~ Geougae (Female

Sojeongb,alilg Faits! Soraui Seong School) Birthplace

Huin nongsan

) Marigae

) Gamari Haenyeo

E~ementary

Diver) Olle ) Meolgae Hiking Trail} Tosan

) Ganeungae Saedongne

) Shine Vme Sea ) Mang

Seop > Sold ongsa n In tersectlon

: Che 0 njiyeon

Oreum )
2-ri

Gijeonggil
Intersection

Path )

cheonjlyeon
Park)

Ecological
Oedotgae

Park

Geoseunsaemi ) Songcheon

> Y:eongcheonsa Temple (Nod,ansaemij

Samseokgyo Bridge) T.aeheung

) Namseongri

Village

Namseongri Peak)

Three-way > Tea

> Samnnaebong

Coastal

Road ) Haetsal

Ioeun (Excellent

Sunshine)

HOlIJseSolbit Bada

Rest Area)

Namwon Coastal Road)

Namwon Port

.. --til*- ..........

• OUe Trail #8~ Wolpyeong Wo~pyeong Port) Field)

- Daepye()ng ManelUlbat

• Distanoce; approximately 17,6km C5-5.5 hours) Gutdang Hiking Trail) Seaes Hotel) Daepo Port) Beritnae Oreum Road

) Dolphin Show Site) Jungmun Beach> Hyatt Hotel

·' Olle Trail #7: Oedolgae - Wolpyeong

.' Distance: approximately 16.4kl1ll (4'5 hours) Oedolgae ) Dombenanggil Road > Hogeundong IlgangjeGng Badangolle Resort) Path) P.elllsion Complex Sewage Traatrnant Plant) (SeogeGndo) ) Jeju Poongllm

Hik~ng Trail}

lonmosal Coast> Haebveongdaegtl

(Marine Corp Road) ) Saekdal Sewag,eTreatment Plant ) Yeo-iii Coastal Road ) Nonjitmul ) Dongnarndeureu )Mal Sonangbat Field Three-way Intersection ) Haye:

Sokgol ) Subongno ) Beophwan Port> Durneonirnul .

Gangi-eong Village OUe ) Gangjeong Olle )

coastat Road> Daepyeong Port

Algangj-eong > WolpyeongPQrt

• QUe

TmU #9: Daepyeong ~ Hwas.un

• Distan-ce: approximately B.Btkm Daepyeong Port)

13-4 hours)
Path> Bongsudae )~
1'1

Baksudeok ) Moljil ) Ieongnang )Bollenanggil

_..

• Olle Trail ##7-:3,; World Cup Stadium - Oedolgae

• Distance: approximatelv 15·6km (4'5 hours) Seogwipo W()rld Cup Stadium> Hayeong Nonsusan ) Wolsandong > Eongtto Falls) Gog'eunsan Mountain Back Side of Gogeunsan Mountailil > Seoho Village Hanon (rater) SammaeDong Peak· Oedolgae ) )

Gijeonggil Path)
• ..

Hwanggaecheon Stream > Monk Hwasun Histori'c Sit~ > jtnmoreu Dongsan ) Gasegl Village Ol,lle \J\ndeo-k Valley) ) Hwasun Tangerine Farm Road ,) #wa$O_n, E'Q,r!; I ' Hwasun Ship Owners Association Office I
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• Olle Trail #10: Hwasun - MoseulpG • Di~tante; approximately Office 15,5km (4-5 hours) Rock Area Hwasun Port Hwasun Ship Owners Association ) Hwasun Beach ), Sedlmentarv > Sand Hill > Coast along Sanbangsan Mountain>

Yongmeori (Dragon Head) Coast> Sanl:tang Yeondae > Sanbangsan Mountaim ) Hame.l Ship Exhil:tition ) Seo~keumbadali1g) ,5agye Port> Sagye Costal Sports Park) Sagye Fossil Site> Marado Island Ferry Port > Songaksan Mountain> Top of Songaksan Mountain) Songaksan Mount.ain Pine Forest> Malbang Ranch) A1tteureuAirfield) Harne Beach) Moseulpo Port CHamo Sports Park)

• OUoe Trail #12: Mureung - Yongsu

• Distance: .approximately 17.6km (s-6 hours) MJreung z-rl Ecology Learning Church) Sindo Pond) ) Sindo Beach) Sindo Elementary School) Center) Py·eongji Noknangbomg Peak) Former Goindol > D()won Sashimi Peak) Eongalgnl Path (Dangsan Peak) >

Suwolllong

) lagunae
Rock)

Port)

Dangsanbong

Saengigijeong Seaside Road> Yongsu Port (leolbuam

• OLle Trail #1:1.: Moseulpo Port - Mure.ung

• Distance: approximately 21.5km (6-7 hours) MosellJlpo Port (Hamo Sports Park) ) Seotal Oreum ) Baekjo IIsonmyo Gallimgul Path ~ Igyodong Sangmo Hi Village> Moseulbong Peak) Jeongnanju Maria Tomb) Sinpyeong Village - Gotjawal > AnhyangdGng ViUage } Mureung 2-ri Ecology Learning Center • Olle Trail #:13: Yongsu - leoji • Distance: approxiill1lately lS.3km (4-5 hours) Yongsu Port Intersection) ) Commandos

(leolbuam Rock) > National

Path> Old Tree Forest

Cemetery Path)

Restored Reid Path ?Yongsu Reservoir

Gosarn Forest Path> Nakcheonri Ahopgut Village> Nakcheonjatgn Path> Yongseondalli >Ariranggil Path) Jeoji Oreum ) leoji Village Center

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DULL·. TRAILS IN JIRISAN MOUNTAIN

Dulle tra lls cover areas i ntersecti n g wi th three provinces {Jeollabuk-do. Jeollanam-do. and Gyeongsangnam-do), small and five cities (Namwon, Gurye,

E'

.' Olle Trail ~h.lf:Jeoji - Hallim

.' Distance: approximately 15km Jeoji Village Forest) Pharmaceuticals)

C5-6

hours) Keullsonang

Hadong, Sancheong, and Hamyang), and over 9'0

Canter ) Jeoji Field ) Nanum Herb leoji Jatgil Path) O:sinokheon Field

relattvelv ~arge villages. Stretching over

300km, they llnk numerous old roads, hills, forests, !fivers, farms, and villages. Upon touring them, visitors wDtI have

Three-way Intersection)

) Wollim latgil Path ) Gulleongjin Forest ) Palm Tree lntersectlon ) Cactus Reid Forest> Mumyeongcheorn Hiking Trail Hiking Trat]
1)

a better understanding

of intersections

among nature, history, culture, and human life_ • HoulS~ one day for each trai~

Wo~lyeoli1gForest> Mumyeongcheoli1 Mumyeongcheon Hiking Trail 3 )

2}

• How to Get There: trains or buses

• Tel; 063-635-0850 • WVIIW.traiLor.krj

Wollyeong Coast) Wotlyeong Port) Wollyeong Badang OUe ) Haenveokong

(canava lie Iine ate) Growth

Geumneung Port)

Site> Geumneung lighthouse) ) Ongpo Port)

Geumneung Beach ) Hyeop~ae Baach } Hyeopjae Port Natio-nal. Shellfish Breeding Center) Hallim Port/Biyangdo Island

• Dulle' Trails in Ilrlsan Mountain

• ,u,cheo-n-UnbongTrail • Di5tance: approximately 14.3km (6 hours) lUnoongeup > Old Tree NllJrsery ) Haengjeong Village

> Seoeo Tree Forest ) Gajang Village

> Deoksan Res ervoir

> [ilmija e

) NDch~ ViUag'e ) Hoedeok

Village ) Guryongchi > Solfeongja ) Naesong Village ) Jucheornmyeon

• OUe Trail#!s;: Hallim - Gonae • Distance: approximately 19km (6-7 hours) Hallim Port/Biyangdo Island) PyeongsllJ Por!: ) Daerimangil Path) YeDngsae Saengmul ) Intersection ) Seongrodong Farm Product Yard ) Gwideok Farm Path> Seonunjeongsa Temple) Beodeulmot Farm Path \\ Hy,erin Church > Napeup Forest > Napeup Elementary Jjc~ool ) Geumsan Park) Napeupni Office,) Baekilhong ) \r _ Path> Gwa Oreum ) nosaegt Forest) Gonaebong Peak) Top of Gonaebong Peak) ) Baeyeomgol OUe ) Gonae Port Hareubangdang ) \ ,GonaechonVillage> Hagarl Fork> Gonae lntersectlon

• Qlbong-Inwol tmbongeup Village)

Trail Bukcheon \/image) Simgi

• Inwol-Geumgy;e Trail • Distiln(e: 1903km (8 hours) In wolmveon Baeneomijae > I u n ggu n Village ) Janghang Village> ) Heungbugol ) Su:se.ong'd'a-e ) Janghanggyo Bridge

• Di~tante; 9.4km (4 hours) > Seorlm Park) Bileon Village) Gunhwadolilg

.~ .

Recreational Forest ) Wo~pye()ngVillage - Inwoimyeon

) Samslnam Three-way Intersection) Changwon Village> Geumgye Village

Deunggujae )

• Geumgye-Donggye Trail • Distance: nkm (4.5 hours) 1) Geumgye ViUag·e ) Uijung Village) Seoamjeongsa Temple) Byeoksongsa Temple> Uijuli1g Vitlage 2) Geumgye ViUage ) Uijung Village) (Yongyudam) > Sedong Village> Gusirakjae ) Donggang Village MojeDn Village Unseo Village)

• I>ongang-Sucheol Donggang Village)

TraU leomchon Villag·e ) Banggok

• Distance: 11.9km (s hours)

Village)

Sangsa Falls)

Ssangjae ) Godongjae )

Sucheol Village

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