Korea travel information

Beopseongpo Danoje (Dano Festival of Beopseongpo) (영광법성포단오제)

Dano Festival of Beopseongpo, which began during the Joseon period, is a traditional folk festival with a history of over 500 years. The festival is held annually on dano, the 5^th day of the 5^th month of the lunar calendar. Designated as a national intangible cultural heritage in 2012, it is one of the major festivals of Korea. During the festival, various programs take place, including the Dragon King offering ritual for the safety of fishermen, a Ssireum (Korean Wrestling) contest, women’s boating, hands-on experience programs, and various folk performances.

Bullidan Street (불리단길)

Bullidan Street, near Bulguksa Temple, once a popular destination for school and group trips, is gaining renewed attention with the opening up of various cafés, restaurants, and workshop spaces in the area. In spring, the street blooms with King Cherry Blossoms, attracting many visitors. On Saturdays, a flea market opens, offering handmade goods and souvenirs. It is the perfect place to stop by and unwind after visiting Bulguksa Temple or hiking.

Seongsunoru (성수노루)

Seongsunoru is a hanu grilled gopchang (Korean beef small intestines) restaurant. The meat is grilled by staff, ensuring crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Besides grilled gopchang, the restaurant also offers a variety of menu items using Korean beef daechang (large intestines) and makchang (tripe) as the main ingredient. Popular add-ons and side dishes include yukhoe (beef tartare), cheese fried rice, kimchi noodles, and soft bean curd jjigae. The restaurant is equipped with a parking lot and has a corkage fee system.

Nammun Rodeo Market (남문로데오시장)

Nammun Rodeo Market is a popular spot among youngsters and couples for its unique cafes and Saturday Market, which bring art and culture together. There is a variety of cafes, jewelry shops, noraebang (karaoke rooms), and other stores, making it a great place to visit with the family or on a date.

Simjak Hotel Dongtan (더휴식 심작호텔 동탄점)

Simjak Hotel Dongtan is a self-check-in hotel for those who seek ultimate rejuvenation for their soul and body. The hotel's name "Simjak" means "to build a mind," and is often mentioned in the historical records that date back to the Goryeo dynasty. The hotel offers a variety of rooms dedicated to relieving stress and providing entertainment. 

Daldongnae of Olden Times (추억의 달동네)

The Daldongnae of Olden Times is a modern history theme park that recreates everyday life in Korea during the 1970s-80s, through a variety of vintage products. Visitors can get a glimpse into Korean retro culture as they explore old radios, vintage-style electronic shops and alley shops, and classrooms from that era. The museum also offers retro school uniform rentals and a dalgona experience, allowing visitors to step back into the past.

Dream People Enter (드림피플엔터)

Dream People Enter is an indoor ski class facility that visitors can enjoy throughout the year with beginner and intermediate slopes and auto slope for advanced learners. The class also go on field trips to Muju Deogyusan Resort and Welli Hilli Park for ski camps and lessons. There are ski and snowboard classes for both individuals and groups. It also has facility to repair ski gears, a storage, and a ski shop.