Damdaheon / 담다헌 체험교육관
2023-10-26
98, Songsan-ro 939beon-gil, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do
Damdaheon is an experience center dedicated to the art of making rice cakes, situated in Geomundol (black stone) Village in Sangok-dong, Uijeongbu. It was opened on October 23, 2009, under Park Gyeong-ae, recognized as a master artisan by Gyeonggi-do. The center offers experience programs like rice cake-making, sweet red bean jelly-making, fermented soybean and sauce-making, kimchi-making, and bean curd-making, as well as weekend farms (offered on a yearly basis). It strives to promote the traditional healthy foods of Korea through hands-on experiences to children and young people, who tend to gravitate toward instant and Western food, and to encourage them to make their own rice cakes at home with Damdaheon’s easy rice cake recipes.
Suseongdang Shrine (수성당)
2025-01-15
54 Jeokbyeokgang-gil, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
Located at the end of Jeokbyeokgang Cliff, Suseongdang Shrine is the only shrine in Korea that is dedicated to the sea god “Gaeyang Halmeoni” (Granny Gaeyang), the deity who rules over the West Sea, and her eight daughters. This is a place that holds rituals for the welfare and safety of fishers. Visitors can also see cairns dedicated to the fishermens’ safety. For tourists, however, this shrine is notable for its canola flowers. In early spring, the road connecting Suseongdang Shrine with Jeokbyeokgang Cliff blooms in yellow canola flowers, creating a beloved view and a premier photo area of the region. It is a recommended spot to see the flowers when visiting Buan in springtime.
Museulmokhaebyeon Beach (무슬목 해변)
2023-10-24
2876, Dolsan-ro, Dolsan-eup, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
Museulmokhaebyeon Beach is not only a site of great victory achieved by Admiral Yi Sun-sin but also a tranquil beach with a beautiful seaside pine forest, which makes it ideal as a place to take a leisurely walk in. This pebble beach is also a part of the Namdo Seaside Trail and Yeosu Gaetga-gil Trail Course 2. When the tides recede, a white sand beach is revealed, showing a different side to this magical beach. Museulmokhaebyeon Beach is a beloved sunrise spot that draws a large crowd on the first day of the year, while photographers flock to the beach throughout the four seasons to capture the beautiful view. You can see the sculptures inspired by Yeosu seas within the pine forest, walk leisurely along the horizon, and enjoy the scenery of the wide sea dotted by islands. One can also find the Jeollanam-do Maritime & Fisheries Science Museum at the entrance to the beach, so there’s plenty of things to do in the surrounding areas as well.
Baramssoeneun-gil Road (바람쐬는길)
2024-04-07
21 Baramssoeneun-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
Baramssoeneun-gil Road is the name of the path leading from Jeonju Eco Museum to Hanbyeok Tunnel. The pathway's name comes from the breeze that blows along the way, making it great for taking a walk. The road was also selected by the Korea Tourism Organization as one of the locations great for traveling with pets. There is also a bicycle rental station located along the road. Hanbyeok Tunnel at the end of the path is famous as a filming site for the drama "Twenty-five Twenty-one (2022)," with many people taking photos here as the main characters.
Baemsagol Waun Village (뱀사골 와운마을)
2024-04-07
249 Waun-gil, Namwon-si, Jeonbuk-do
Baemsagol Waun Village is located deep in the heart of Jirisan Mountain, being almost impossible to find if one didn't know the pathway in the past. The village is located within a 14 kilometer-long valley with many strangely shaped rocks. The village is home to an old pine tree (Natural Monument) that is lovely referred to as "Grandmother Tree."
Ancient Tombs in Marisan Mountain, Haman (함안 말이산 고분군)
2023-10-12
114 Bondong-gil, Gaya-eup, Haman-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
The Ancient Tombs in Marisan Mountain are from the Aragaya State, and showcase the Gaya culture through many remaining relics. There are around 100 large tombs, assumed to be those of the Aragaya kings, located on the upper summit, as well as nearly 1,000 smaller tombs on the lower side of the mountain. The tombs were first excavated during the Japanese occupation, as which point Tomb No. 34 was found to be the largest tomb, with a circumference of 39.3 meters and a x_height of 9.7 meters. However, Tomb Nu. 8 is more famous, discovered to inter five people and including armor designed with images found on the tomb walls of Goguryeo kingdom.
Goryeo-dong Historic Site (고려동유적지)
2023-10-11
경상남도 함안군 산인면 모곡2길 53
Goryeo-dong Historic Site was founded by Yi O, a scholar of Goryeo who had unwavering loyalty to the Goryeo dynasty even after it fell. The village naturally formed by his descendants. Yi O built a stone fence around the area and called it Goryeo-donghak, meaning the home of Goryeo refugees. Yi never did serve the new government and asked his sons to also never serve the new kingdom or to move his body after he died. For over 600 years, 19 generations of Yi O have remained here, honoring his memory.
Mujinjeong Pavilion (무진정(함안))
2024-07-10
25 Goesan 4-gil, Haman-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Mujinjeong Pavilion was built atop a hill to enjoy the surrounding scenery. It was built in 1567 by the descendants of Mujin in honor of his memory. Mujin passed the government officer exam in 1483 and was promoted in 1507. The pavilion is built with three kan (space between pillars) in the front and two kan on the side, and a gabled roof. The floor is raised off the ground. There are no decorations on atop the pillars, showcasing the style during the early Joseon period.
Sinse-dong Mural Village (신세동 벽화마을)
2023-10-24
78, Taesa-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Sinse-dong Mural Village is located in Dongmun-dong, Andong. Originally an informal settlement, the introduction of the Maeulmisul Art Project in 2009 and subsequent urban renewal projects transformed the village into one of Andong’s most famous tourist sites. Today’s village is home to numerous murals and monthly flea markets like the Geurimae Market and Woryeong Market.
Onggigol Ceramics (옹기골도예)
2025-03-28
18 Oegosan-gil, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
* Please be advised that this is located in one of the areas affected by the recent wildfire (as of March 27, 2025).
** For real-time wildfire information and emergency upates, visit the Korea Forestfire Information website and the National Disaster and Safety Portal.
Onggi Ceramics is the workshop of Heo Jin-gyu, a master onggi craftsman, and is located in Onggi Village in Ulsan, home to the largest production of onggi in the nation. Visitors can browse the items as well as purchase anything that piques their interest. The workshop also offers a range of exerience programs related to onggi, although advanced reservations are required to participate.
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