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Gwanggyo Lake Park (광교호수공원)

2023-09-25

57 Gwanggyohosu-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Gwanggyo Lake Park is the largest lake park in the city center of Korea. The park is designed to blend the scenic nature of Gwanggyosan Mountain and the nearby reservoirs with urban culture. It consists of urban levees and 6 different themed "dumbeong," or Korean for a pool of water.

Suwon Chicken Street (수원통닭거리)

2023-12-18

16, Jeongjo-ro 800beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Suwon Chicken Street, located in a small 100 m-long alley on Paldal-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon, is where about 11 stores, ranging from the original store that opened in 1970 to new ones, serve fried whole chicken. It is the tradition of Suwon Chicken Street to pour oil into a large cauldron and fry chicken. The menu only consists of fried chicken and seasoned fried chicken, but they are gaining popularity for their savory taste, different from those of famous chicken brands. In Suwon Chicken Street, you can meet the granny of “Maehyang Tongdak,” who has been selling fried chicken in Suwon Chicken Street since the 1970s using the chicken she raised in a chicken coop on a stall, as well as the famous “Yongseong Tongdak" and “Jinmi Tongdak" in this alley. The chicken price is low, so you don't have to worry about it. Thanks to plentiful servings and unique taste, the shops on this street are crowded with customers from all over the country, including students, who come having heard of the place by word of mouth.

Icheon Doniul Myeongpum Rice Village (이천 도니울 명품쌀마을)

2025-01-23

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Icheon Doniul (Dori-ri) Village in Icheon, Gyeonggi-do, is a typical farm village located on a plain field between Wonducheon Stream and Yanghwacheon Village. Dori-ri Village is a prestigious village where the culture of the Samhan period is still passed down. The rice cultivation is part of the culture that has been passed down since the Samhan period. The name "Doniul" is derived from the nearby Sodonibong Peak. The word "doni" means a wide field with wetlands. The village is made up of approximately 100 households with 303 villagers. It is also known as a village of longevity as many of the residents are over 100 years old. The village is the producer of the famous Icheon rice for the king. The village is located approximately 12 kilometers from Icheon downtown, which can be reached in an hour from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal.

Seonyudo Park (선유도공원)

2024-10-25

343 Seonyu-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

Seonyudo Park is Korea's first water-themed ecological park. The park was renewed from an old water treatment plant. Visitors can observe a water purification system, an aquatic plant garden, and an ecological forest, as well as exhibitions and other interesting facilities. The park also hosts diverse hands-on programs and exhibitions.

Seoul Botanic Park (서울식물원)

2023-09-05

161 , Magokdong-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

The Seoul Botanical Garden was created in Magok, the last remaining development site in Seoul, to introduce native plants and horticulture of 12 different cities from around the world and raise ecological awareness in the city. Seoul Botanic Park integrates a botanical garden and a public park, and the area is the size of 70 soccer fields. It serves as a bridgehead and lifelong education institution with the aim of spreading urban garden culture while staying true to its original role as a plant research conservation institution through expanding endangered wild plant habitats, researching the proliferation of species, and developing varieties. The botanical garden is divided into four spaces: Open Forest, Themed Garden, Lake Garden, and Wetland Garden. The main highlight is the Themed Garden that comprises the Botanic Center, Mogok Cultural Hall, and an outdoor themed garden.

Haneul Observatory (영도 하늘전망대)

2024-04-26

321 Jeoryeong-ro, Yeongdo-gu, Busan
+82-51-419-4000

Haneul Observatory is known for its amazing view. On clear days, visitors can see far islands including Geojedo. With a translucent floor skywalk and a place for couples to put keylocks, it's a popular place to go on a date. Visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the ocean and also go on a stroll by walking down the wooden deck to the Joryeong Coastal Walking Trail. The ocean below the observatory is a popular snokelling area and it is only a 20-minute walk to a pebble beach. Huinnyeoul Culture Village is also connected to the observatory for easy access to one of the more popular attractions of Busan. The observatory is also known for being a beautiful sunset spot.

Huin-yeoul Coastal Tunnel (영도 흰여울해안터널)

2023-11-23

1044-6 Yeongseon-dong 4(sa)-ga, Yeongdo-gu, Busan
+82-51-403-1861

Huin-yeoul Coastal Tunnel was formed in December 2018 to help the elderly and the infirm walk smoothly without going through the steep stair section between the piano stairs and wave square near Jeoryeonghaean Coastal Trail. The 70 meter tunnel not only give easy walking route, there's also a photo zone, lightings and more for visitors to enjoy. The lights within the tunnel are lit from 09:00 to 23:00.

Baegunhosu Lake (백운호수)

2023-09-05

526 , Baegun-ro, Uiwang-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-240-4810

Baegunhosu Lake is an artificial lake that was completed in 1953. The lake is surrounded by mountains made up of Cheonggyesan Mountain in the northeast, Baegunsan Mountain in the southeast, and Moraksan Mountain in the west. The lake encompasses an area of 363,638 m². This lake was originally built to provide irrigation for nearby farmlands but it became a public recreational space due to its scenic landscape, fresh air, and spacious lot perfect for parking. Visitors to Beagunhosu Lake can enjoy music at a live cafe or water activities such as motor boating, as well as delicious foods from nearby restaurants.

Jeoryeonghaean Coastal Walking Trail (절영해안산책로)

2024-04-26

52 Haeansanchaek-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan

Jeoryeonghaean Coastal Walking Trail, once a restricted military area, stretches for 3 kilometers along the rocky coast of Busan. The 2-hour walking trail offers different views of Busan as it wind in and out of the rocks as well as providing fun sites along the way including a boat playground, stone towers, and colorful mosaics.

Apsan Cafe Street (앞산카페거리)

2023-11-17

191 Daemyeongnam-ro, Nam-gu, Daegu
+82-53-627-1337

Apsan Cafe Street is filled with cafes of all different types. From houses modified into a cafe, restaurants, and gallery cafes, there are more than 40 coffee shops along the street. Most are cafes serving coffee, sandwichs, and desserts, but there are also restaurants serving pizza, pasta, and steak as well as Japanese food, pubs and pie shops. The street is perfect for couples going on a date or families looking for sweets. Attractions nearby include Apsan Park and Anjirang Gopchang Alley for a place to eat, drink and rest. Anjirang Station (Daegu Subway Line 1) is also 5-10 minutes away on foot.

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