Mopyeong Village (모평마을)
2026-06-30
80, Sangmo-gil, Hampyeong-gun, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City
Located in Hampyeong-gun, Jeollanamdo, Mopyeong Village is a scenic farming village that is rich in tradition and history. From the moment you start walking down the stonewall-lined path into town, this small village will capture your heart. The village’s important history (including its title as the origin of Hampyeong-gun of Jeollanam-do Province) is evident in everything you see: from the traditional houses to the 500-year old forest. The area is home to 27 historical and cultural sites and the beautiful Haebochoen Stream, which is shaded by over 40 different types of trees including zelkova trees, nettle trees, and willow trees. Some of the town’s traditional houses, which are about 80 years old, offer guesthouse accommodations to tourists. They include Mopyeongheon, Sopungga and Hisomun (a house made of yellow sod).
In addition to the beautiful country scenery, there is a great selection of available programs that highlight the area’s specialties, including: mulberry-picking, silkworm-feeding and Korean traditional sauce-making. You can also visit a traditional watermill, which has been restored, and swim and splash around in the forest stream. Visitors are encouraged to try their hand at making green tea cakes at the traditional teahouse nearby.
The area of Mopyeong is full of things to entertain visitors, including a number of attractions and special events. Some of the area’s most praiseworthy attractions are the Hampyeong Butterfly Festival, the Cluster Amaryllis Festival in Yongcheonsa Temple, the Chrysanthemum Festival, and the Hampyeong Eco Park and Folk Museum.
Other towns well worth a visit in the Mopyeong area are Hamo Maeul, Ungok Maeul and Wonsan Maeul. A stay at Wonsan Maeul gives visitors a chance to experience firsthand the reality of an agricultural lifestyle by doing some activities like mulberry-picking. For a more low-key trip, make your way over to Ungok Maeul, where you can enjoy the fantastic scenery at the lake or take a relaxing walk along the hiking trails of Mt. Wolyangsan.
Uncle Strawberry’s Farm (논산 딸기삼촌농장)
2021-05-28
Byeongsa-ri, Nonsan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
Uncle Strawberry originally sold his products to retail distributors such as markets, department stores and discount stores. However, the farm changed into an experience farm in order to provide the freshest produce to consumers. With no retailers in-between, Uncle Strawberry is now able to provide his best quality strawberries to his customers at a lower price. Uncle Strawberry products have been certified organic, using all-natural and eco-friendly farming methods.
Gyeongju EXPO Grand Park (경주엑스포대공원)
2026-05-19
614 Gyeonggam-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Located in the Bomun Tourist Complex, Gyeongju EXPO Grand Park is where the Gyeongju World Expo, the world's first cultural fair themed around culture and arts, was held in 1998. Over the following 20 years, it served as the venue for ten Gyeongju World Expos, boosting Korean cultural pride and contributing to the development of human culture. Today, it is a popular attraction featuring diverse cultural content such as exhibitions, videos, performances, and hands-on experiences. Major facilities include Gyeongju Tower, Gyeongju Expo Solgeo Art Museum, and more.
Mungyeong Seonyudonggyegok Valley (선유동계곡(문경))
2025-10-23
Wanjang-ri, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Seonyudonggyegok Valley in Mungyeong is longer and more beautiful than the valley of the same name in Goesan. Daeyasan Mountain (931 meters) runs across both valleys, which are 10 kilometers apart from each other. The valley is relatively untouched as it is not yet well known to the public. At the beginning and the end of the trail are Hakcheonjeong and Chirujeong Pavilions, respectively. Both sides of the valley are lined with thick forests of ancient pine trees. A number of stone carvings can be found in the forest, and the most famous one reads “Seonyugyegok.” It was written by Choi Chi-won, a leading scholar of the Silla kingdom.
Cheongpyeong Recreational Forest (청평자연휴양림)
2024-08-12
8-6 Bukhangang-ro 2246beon-gil, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
Cheongpyeong Recreational Forest boasts a pristine natural landscape, fresh mineral water, and leisurely walking trails for visitors to rest from the hustle and bustle of the city life. The sight of Cheongpyeongho Lake and the surrounding trees of different kinds offer beautiful varying landscapes throughout the year. The forest is a perfect location for family as well as group retreats.
Jungmisan Recreational Forest (중미산자연휴양림)
2022-09-07
1152, Jungmisan-ro, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
Jungmisan Recreational Forest unfolds at the end of a lovely drive along the famous Nongdachigogae Road, the highest ridge road in the vicinity of Seoul. The forest boasts a striking landscape of thick groves of trees and a view overlooking the Namhangang River. During some mornings, the forest’s log cabins are veiled by a thick fog, further adding to the beautiful natural ambience.
Rising 834 meters above sea level, Jungmisan Mountain is a popular sunrise destination frequented by throngs of hikers every year. Thick forests of pine trees create a rooftop of branches from spring to fall. Being surrounded by the tall mountains of Baegunsan, Yumyeongsan, and Yongmunsan, Jungmisan Mountain feels like it is in the inner mountainous region of Gangwon-do, although it is close to Seoul.
The forest has log cabins that can accommodate groups of 4 to 10 people as well as campsites that complement the surrounding natural environment. Visitors can enjoy a comfortable walk through the trees on a trail that winds through the heart of the forest.
Yeoninsan Provincial Park (연인산도립공원)
2025-01-08
Buk-myeon, Ha-myeon, Gapyeong-eup, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
The source of Yongchu Falls, Mount Yeoninsan (연인산) stands at 1,068 meters above sea level and features soft terrain and beautiful scenery. Local folklore has it that those coming to the mountain wishing for true love will have their dreams come true.
The soil of Mount Yeoninsan is fertile, offering a great natural environment for a variety of flowers and trees. Numerous types of wild flowers thrive from early spring to late autumn. The trail connecting Mount Yeoninsan with mounts Myeongjisan, Cheonggyesan, and Gwimokbong remains relatively unspoiled by human influence: cooking and camping in the area is strictly forbidden. All the mountains in the trail are over 1,000 meters high. A defining feature of Mount Yeoninsan is the royal azaleas that bloom in late May. The County of Gapyeong celebrates the royal azalea by hosting the Mount Yeoninsan (Natural Ecology) Festival in May of each year.
Also ideal for hiking, Mount Yeoninsan offers a number of trails: one starts from Buk-myeon in Baekdun-ri, one from Mail-ri, and one from Yongchu Valley. With a minimum of climbing, hikers can take in a variety of scenic views, ranging from the bloom of the royal azaleas in the spring to the beauty of the changing leaves in the fall.
Gwangnaru Safety Experience Center (광나루안전체험관)
2025-03-29
238, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
Gwangnaru Safety Experience Center was founded in 1999 after two fire accidents in which many children lost their lives. These tragedies emphasized the necessity of establishing a disaster training center for common citizens.
Gwangnaru Safety Experience Center is a three-story building with one basement floor, covering an area of more than 5,000 m². The basement floor includes a small theater. The first floor is set up for natural disaster training and consists of an orientation hall, storm simulation training room, earthquake simulation room, computer tests on fire safety knowledge and others. The second floor is a place for artificial catastrophe training. It consists of a smoke escape training room, fire extinguisher training room, first-aid (CPR) training room and practice place for calling 119. The third floor is used for rescue training and consists of a rescue training room, screening room, training for professionals and video examples of the five biggest disasters that have occurred in Seoul. Overall there are about 20 training areas established, so citizens can experience the imitation of a disaster by themselves and learn easily and in an interesting way how to cope with a disaster.
Gwanghwamun Square (광화문 광장)
2026-03-09
172 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Gwanghwamun Square is centered around Sejong-ro, the main street of Seoul with 600 years of history, and an open public space for historical and cultural experiences inspired by restoring the old Yukjo Street. Woldae (Elevated Ceremonial Stage) was reconstructed at the entrance of the "The Space that Recovers the History of Gwanghwamun," and the statue of Haetae, an imaginary animal that judges good and evil, has been restored. In addition, traces of Yukjo Street, the main street of Hanyang in the past, were restored in the "Space that recreates the scenery of Yukjo Street" near Sejong-ro Park, with a scale model installed. This is an excellent place for a stroll with beautiful scenery, including Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bugaksan Mountain.
Paradise Spa Dogo (파라다이스 스파 도고)
2026-07-07
176 Dogooncheon-ro, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
Paradise Spa Dogo, a government-designated hot spring in Korea, is a large resort facility opened by the Paradise Group in Asan, Chungcheongnam-do, an area renowned for its hot springs. It is the first government-designated hot spring in Chungcheong-do, a designation granted after review and approval by the Ministry of the Interior and Safety. Spanning an area of 24,622 square meters, the facility can accommodate up to approx. 5,000 guests. It has a Bade (meaning bathing) pool, which can also be used for hydrotherapy; a large hot spring bath where you can enjoy a sauna and relax in warm sulfur spring water year-round; and various water recreational facilities. In particular, the outdoor event spa, featuring various seasonal themes, is quite popular. In winter, you can enjoy a Siberian ginseng water bath, a ginger water bath, a tangerine peel water bath, and many more. Additionally, unique weekend package programs await you with activities like kimchi-making, persimmon-picking, and ranch experiences in addition to enjoying the hot spring.
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