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Hu's Silk (허씨비단직물)

2023-06-19

19 , Eopung-ro, Sangju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-541-3730

In the heart of Sangju known as the town of three white things (rice, silk cocoons, and dried persimmons), Hu's Silk has been providing beautiful silk for generations, using the traditional silk weaving technique with few additional equipments. They also offer small and large experience programs and visit to the Hamchang Silk Road Museum opened in 2012 will make the trip complete.

Haeundae Green Railway (Mipo-Songjeong) (해운대 그린레일웨이 (미포~송정 구간))

2024-10-10

11 Dalmaji-gil 62beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan

It is an urban promenade that walks along the coastline using the site of the abandoned Donghae Nambu Line. Among them, the Mipo-Songjeong section is 4.8 km-long, and you can walk in both directions along the beautiful coastal scenery. It is a nationwide photo spot and trekking place where you can see different attractions at a glance. Representative tourist attractions within the trail section include the Cheongsapo Daritdol Observatory, which opened in 2017, and the Sea Sound Gallery, which opened in January 2022. This is the section where the core facilities of the special tourist zone are concentrated. - Major tourist spots within the Green Railway section: Haeundae Beach, Mipo Port, Dalmaji Tunnel, Sea Sound Gallery, Cheongsapo (Daritdol Observatory), Gudeokpo, Songjeong Beach - Haeundae Beach Train, Sky Capsule Service Section: (Main Stations) Mipo Station, Cheongsapo Station, Songjeong Station.

Wanju Hwaamsa Temple (화암사(완주))

2024-04-07

271 , Hwaamsa-gil, Wanju-gun, Jeonbuk-do

The temple was founded by National Preceptor Ilgyo in the 3rd year of King Hyoso of Silla (694), and it is said that Seolchong once studied here. Geuknakjeon Hall was built in 1425 with the benefactor of Seong Dal-saeng. Uhwaru is also designated as a treasure as a building that shows the characteristics of ancient architecture. The bronze bell made during the reign of King Gwanghaegun was cast by Hoyeong, and it is called the alarm clock because it made a sound when something unfortunate happened to the temple or the country to inform of the emergency. Hwaamsa Temple is surrounded by the primeval forest of Myeongsan Mountain like a folding screen and has a valley with clear water flowing.

* Major cultural assets: Hwaamsa Uhwaru (Treasure), Hwaamsa Geuknakjeon (National Treasure), Hwaamsa Bronze Bell (Local Tangible Cultural Property), Hwaamsa Reconstruction Monument (Local Tangible Cultural Property)

Incheon Port International Passenger Terminal (인천항 국제여객선터미널)

2023-06-10

57 , Gukjehangman-daero 326beon-gil, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon

The Incheon Port International Passenger Terminal was created to develop Incheon Port into an internationally beautiful port for tourism by constructing an international passenger pier and terminal to resolve user inconvenience caused by dual (inner and coastal) operations and increase port operation efficiency. Construction began in December 2016 and was completed in June 2019, and operations began on June 15, 2020. It has a total floor area of 66,789.62 ㎡ (terminal building 65,421.15 ㎡, gate building 1,368.47 ㎡) and consists of five floors and a rooftop floor.

Daewangam Park Suspension Bridge (대왕암공원 출렁다리)

2023-06-10

95 , Deungdae-ro, Dong-gu, Ulsan

Daewangam Park Suspension Bridge is the first suspension bridge in Ulsan and the first large-scale commercial tourism facility in Dong-gu. It was created with a length of 303 meters, connecting Hatgaebi and Surubang coastal trails in Daewangam Park. The bridge connects at once without intermediate supports, and currently, the span length is the longest among the suspension bridges in the country. Because it is a bridge over the sea, visitors can enjoy the exciting coastal scenery around Daewangam.

Daejeon EXPO Plaza (엑스포시민광장)

2023-06-10

169 , Dunsan-daero, Seo-gu, Daejeon

Expo Citizen Plaza is a space for visitors to enjoy tourism, cultural life, leisure, and leisure sports. In the square, there is the Hanbat Arboretum. In addition, visitors can participate in or watch various events at an outdoor performance hall with moving shade for the first time in Korea. Well-maintained bike paths and central squares are great for cycling or inline skating. At sunset, the landscape lights of the Expo Bridge light up, so taking a commemorative photo is recommended. There are shops and cafes in the management building of the square where the fountain is installed, so it is perfect for enjoying snacks or light drinks.

Songjeonghaebyeon Beach (송정해변(송정해수욕장))

2023-11-22

20-3 , Songjeong-gil 30beonan-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-640-5422

The beach is located in Songjeong-dong with white sand, a length of 700 meters, and an area of 25,000㎡. The surrounding area is famous for its pine forests. It is said that when Choi Mun-han, the wife of King Chungsuk of Goryeo, came to Gangneung from Songdo, he brought 8 pine trees and planted them here. There is also the world's largest Charmsori Gramophone and Audio Museum, making it a great place to enjoy the summer and music. Visitors can also stay in the surrounding area, and accommodation facilities such as inns and hotels, are available in the Gyeongpo or downtown area.

Hema Studio (헤마스튜디오)

2023-06-22

20-10 Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-70-7504-1415

Hema Studio is a place that provides experience services for K-pop lovers and is located in Gangnam, Seoul. Hema Studio offers products that allow foreign tourists to record their favorite K-pop songs and shoot personal music videos. You can go through the entire process from recording to cover music video shooting with a 1:1 director. After cover recording and music video shooting are complete, the completed work can be put on a USB and shared with friends and family. It is also possible to upload to SNS such as YouTube and TikTok. Hema Studio is located in the downtown area of Gangnam, so it is easily accessible via public transportation such as subway and bus.

Seoul Hiking Tourism Center - Bukhansan Branch (서울도심등산관광센터(북한산))

2024-03-05

5F, 181-7 Ui-dong, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
+82-1533-2608

The Seoul Hiking Tourism Center is located 5 minutes on foot from Exit 2 of Bukhansan Ui Station and provides various services to hikers. It provides hiking course guidance and information (available in Korean, English, Chinese, and Japanese) about the mountains of Seoul, including Bukhansan, Bugaksan, and Inwangsan Mountains, as well as promotional materials such as Seoul hiking tourism guidebooks and maps. Also, it operates hiking tour programs with various themes every week for foreigners and offers hiking gear rental services such as hiking boots, hiking attire, trekking poles, gloves, and crampons for foreigners. (Koreans accompanied by foreigners can also rent the gear.) In addition, there is a storage locker and lounge for visitors, so they can pack up and rest before hiking.

Doejae Catholic Church (되재성당)

2024-04-07

477 , Seungchi-ro, Wanju-gun, Jeonbuk-do

Doejae Catholic Church, built in 1895, is the second Catholic church to be completed after Yakhyeon Catholic Church in Seoul and is known as the first Hanok Catholic church. The building was completely destroyed during the Korean War and was restored in 2008. The name 'Doejae' refers to a pass located in Seungchi-ri, Hwasa-myeon, Wanju-gun. Doejae Catholic Church is unique in that it has an entrance for each toenmaru. The left side is for men and the right side is for women. In addition, the gates of children, middle-aged, and elderly are classified according to the funeral will.

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