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Beauty Play Hongdae (뷰티플레이 홍대점)

Beauty Play Hongdae (뷰티플레이 홍대점)

2024-06-18

16 Jandari-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Beauty Play is a K-beauty experience center operated by the Korea Cosmetics Industry Institute and supported by the Ministry of Health and Welfare. It offers a wide variety of sample Korean beauty products for testing  as well as diverse beauty experience programs such as makeup touch-up service (choice of base, eyes, or lips), personal color test, and skin evaluation. Visitors can also ask for product recommendation based on their skin type or skincare concerns. Beauty Play also frequently hosts beauty seminars and one-day classes, which are announced online via its official website. International tourists can apply for a full makeup service with an advance reservation free of charge. 

Beauty Play has two branches in Seoul: Myeong-dong and Hongdae. Beauty Play Hongdae is located in Hongdae Street, where visitors can find recent trends, clubs, cafes and delicious foods.

Ongmasan Mountain (옥마산)

Ongmasan Mountain (옥마산)

2024-06-03

300 Changdong 1-gil, Nampo-myeon, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Ongmasan Mountain is located in the southern part of Boryeong with its highest point reaching 601 meters above sea level. Although the mountain encompasses the areas of Myeongcheon-dong and Nampo-myeon, it can easily be identified due to the transmission tower installed at the peak. The mountain's name is said to have derived from the legend of the last king of the Silla period and his horse that was hit with a jade arrow. The mountain has a paragliding center and a pine forest with rest spots. At the northern section of the summit, there is a pavilion that offers an excellent vista and Daeyeongsa Temple, renowned for its beautiful cherry blossoms in spring. Ongmasan Mountain can be reached by taking the National Roads 21 and 40, and other regional highways as well as expressways. Nearby attractions include Boryeong Mugunghwa Arboretum, Seongjusan Mountain, Seongjusan Recreational Forest, Boryeong Coal Museum, and Gaehwa Herb Land. 

Garden of Sky (하늘물빛정원)

Garden of Sky (하늘물빛정원)

2024-06-03

156 Geomhan 1-gil, Chubu-myeon, Geumsan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

A garden filled with wild flowers, exotic plants, and rare trees, Garden of Sky is nestled by Jangsanhosu Pond located at the foothills of Meodeullyeong Pass. The garden also has a wide variety of facilities that cater to visitors' convenience and needs such as a jjimjilbang (Korean sauna), seminar rooms, restaurants, herbal souvenir shop, cafes local food stores, forests, and photo zones.

Oedaldo Island (외달도)

Oedaldo Island (외달도)

2024-05-31

72 Oedaldo-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do

Oedaldo Island is an island located 6 kilometers off the eastern coast of Mokpo. The island has clean beaches and a natural environment, earning it recognition from the Ministry of Environment and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport. The island is a popular attraction for couples wishing to take in the beautiful sunset, with the small surrounding islands dotting the sea. Starting in 2003, the island saw the addition of many leisure facilities such as a campground and oceanwater pool. The coastal deck is also a great way to explore the charms of the island.

Gohado Island Observatory (고하도 전망대)

Gohado Island Observatory (고하도 전망대)

2024-05-30

234 Gohadoan-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do

Gohado Island Observatory was built to resemble the traditional battleships of the Joseon dynasty, like those used by Admiral Yi Sunshin. The observatory is a popular location due to the wonderful views it affords of the sea surrounding Gohado Island. The observatory also includes a rest area and exhibitions about Mokpo tourism and history.

Jangheung Hanok Swimming Pool (장흥한옥수영장)

2024-07-03

322-60 Gwonyul-ro, Jangheung-myeon, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-829-2288

Jangheung Hanok Swimming Pool opened in 2017, blending the charms of a traditional hanok building with natural mineral waters to create an exotic swimming pool. The pool implements natural purification methods without the use of harsh chemicals, making it great for people who have atopy and other sensitive skin issues.

Blackstone Belle Foret Resort (증평 에듀팜(블랙스톤 벨포레 리조트))

2024-06-18

346 Belleforet-gil, Doan-myeon, Jeungpyeong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Belle Foret, French for "beautiful forest," is located in a pristine natural environment in the center of the nation, making it easily accessible from all locations. The resort offers a variety of leisure activities, including golfing, a luge track, marina club, and farm where children can enjoy animals up close.

Sunshine Land (선샤인랜드)

2024-07-09

102 Bonghwang-ro, Yeonmu-eup, Nonsan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Sunshine Land is a cultural complex located in Nonsan, Chungcheongnam-do. One can experience and observe diverse content at this themed attraction, which is divided into four sections: Survival Experience Center, Military Experience Center, Sunshine Studio, and 1950 Studio. The Survival Experience Center and Military Experience Center incorporate VR technology for an interactive and realistic entertainment. The Sunshine Studo and 1950 Studio are decorated in the theme of the aftermath of the Korean War, allowing one to get a glimpse and knowledge of what life in Korea was like after the war.

Yudalsan Sculpture Park (유달산 조각공원)

2024-05-30

221 Yudal-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do

Yudalsan Sculture Garden was the first outdoor sculpture garden to open in Korea, and is located just below Ideungbawi Rock at the summit of the mountain. The garden features 104 works of art on the themes of nature, culture, and sculpture that were selected through a panel of judges. Located between the different works are trees and plants, providing more beauty to the park. Looking farther away, visitors can see the major attractions of Mokpo spread out in the city below.

Yekki Village (예끼마을)

2024-05-30

14 Seonseong-gil, Dosan-myeon, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Yekki Village is an artistic village in Andong. The alleyways are decorated with colorful murals, the galleries feature work from local artists, and visitors can experience a hanok experience. The biggest charm of the village is the Sunseong Susang-gil Waterway, a floating path across the lake.