Forest of Wisdom (지혜의 숲) – Homepage http://www.forestofwisdom.or.kr ◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charmThe music video for Girls’ Generation’s debut song “Into the New World” was filmed here, and Hyoyeon’s dance break scene took place on the outside stairs. The building, which is known for its award-winning architecture, has also served as the backdrop…
Siheung Oido Museum (시흥오이도박물관) – Homepage https://oidomuseum.siheung.go.kr/ The place of Kuk Yeonsoo and Choi Ung’s hug from behindOido, an island that was isolated from the mainland until 100 years ago, became inland with the creation of the Gunja Salt Farm and the construction of the Sihwa Embankment. It is the largest shell mound historic site…
Korean Modern Music Hall (한국근현대음악관) – Homepage www.ptlib.go.kr – Tel +82-31-8024-8683 Korean Modern Music Hall, located at The Korea Soriter Arts Center in Pyeongtaekho Tourist Complex, is the first cultural complex dedicated to modern Korean music, serving as a museum, library, and archive. It has made a name for itself as Korea’s representative music institution, bringing…
Kyung Hee University Global Campus Outdoor Theater(경희대학교 국제캠퍼스 노천극장) – Homepage https://www.khu.ac.kr ‘As if it’s your last’ music videoThe background of the music video filled with pink lights symbolizing BLACKPINK is an outdoor theater at Kyung Hee University International Campus. It is a large outdoor theater that can accommodate about 6,500 people. The majestic building…
Paju Unification Park (통일공원(파주)) – Homepage tour.paju.go.kr – Tel +82-31-940-4631 Paju Unification Park was built in Bongseo-ri, Paju-eup, in June 1973 to pay tribute to the soldiers who fought in the defense of the South during the Korean War, as well as to pray for unification. It is situated near Munsan Station where the UN…
Cheongpyeong Lake (청평호반) – Homepage www.gptour.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) – Tel +82-31-582-8830 Cheongpyeong Lake is an artificial lake that was formed with the construction of Cheongpyeong Dam in the Bukhangang River. Surrounding mountains and lake landscapes blend together harmoniously creating breathtaking views and is fast becoming a choice destination in Korea. Near Cheongpyeong Lake…
Paju Jangneung Royal Tomb [UNESCO World Heritage] (파주 장릉(인조, 인열왕후) [유네스코 세계문화유산]) – Homepage tour.paju.go.kr royaltombs.cha.go.kr – Tel +82-31-945-9242 Located in Paju, Jangneung is the tomb of King Injo (1595-1649, reign 1623-1649), the 16th ruler of the Joseon dynasty, and Queen Inyeol. King Injo took the throne in 1623 after having overthrown the previous king,…
Sangdong Lake Park (상동호수공원) – Homepage sdlakepark2019.com – Tel +82-32-625-4727 Sangdong Lake Park is the largest park in Bucheon. A 2.5-kilometer promenade runs along a man-made lake, providing a refreshing and cool environment for a light exercise. The park also offers a beautiful sight year round thanks to the seasonal flowers that decorate the area….
Gwangju Gonjiam Ceramic Park (광주 곤지암도자공원) – Homepage
Yongin Beomnyunsa Temple (법륜사(용인 문수산)) – Homepage www.beomnyunsa.or.kr www.beomnyunsa.or.kr/templestay – Tel +82-31-332-5703 Beomnyunsa Temple, located at the foot of Munsusan Mountain in Yongin, Gyeonggi-do, consists of Geungnakbojeon Hall, Gwaneumjeon Hall, Samseonggak Hall, Beomjonggak Hall, and other buildings. The sizable 430-square-meter Daeungjeon Hall was built in an open form of the Chinese character “亞” (“ah”) in…