Buyeo Garimseong Fortress (부여 가림성) – Homepage https://www.buyeo.go.kr – Tel +82-41-830-2880 Garimseong Fortress is a stone fortress built on the lower reaches of the Geumgang River to protect Sabiseong Fortress, the capital of the Baekje dynasty. The fortress’ parking lot is only 200 meters away from the southern entrance, allowing visitors to easily access and…
Seodongyo Theme Park (서동요 테마파크) – Homepage tour.buyeo.go.krwww.buyeofmc.or.kr – Tel +82-41-832-9913 Seodongyo Theme Park is an open film set studio in a huge 33,000 square meter plot of land. The theme park offers various sets from Goryeo to Joseon dynasty as well as royal residences of Baekje dynasty, the commoners’ village, the village of the…
Gongseri Catholic Church (아산 공세리성당) – Homepage www.asan.go.krwww.gongseri.or.kr – Tel +82-41-533-8181 Gongseri Catholic Church was founded in 1894 as the main parish of the Daejeon diocese in Gongse-ri, Inju-myeon that connects Asanman Bay to Sapgyocheon Stream. Early missionaries originally used a common house for church meetings in the early years until in 1897 when a…
Oeam Folk Village (외암민속마을) – Homepage oeam.co.kr – Tel +82-41-540-2110 Oeam Folk Village, located in Asan, boasts a history spanning over 500 years. This agricultural village has preserved its ancient houses and cultural heritage remarkably well. At the entrance, visitors are greeted by a recreation of a traditional market. The village offers Hanokstay programs, allowing…
Sunshine Studio (논산 선샤인스튜디오) – Homepage https://www.sunshinestudio.co.kr/ Originally established as the set for the drama “Mr. Sunshine”, it has since garnered interest as a filming location for historical dramas such as “Pachinko” and “Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938”. It is currently open to the public as a tourist attraction. Strolling through Sunshine Studio in…
National Memorial of Korean Provisional Government (국립대한민국임시정부기념관) – Homepage www.nmkpg.go.kr The National Memorial of Korean Provisional Government was established to shine a light on the proud history of the Korean Provisional Government’s independence and the spirit of a democratic republic and to pass it on to future generations. The four-story memorial building with three underground…
Ground Seesaw Seochon (그라운드시소 서촌) – Homepage www.groundseesaw.co.kr Ground Seesaw is a cultural complex located in Seochon, Jongno presented by Media & Art, an exhibition production company, and designed by SoA, an architecture firm, and Loci Studio, a landscaping studio. Visitors are able to check out a variety of exhibits at Ground Seesaw Seochon. –…
Yonsei University (연세대학교) – Homepage www.yonsei.ac.kr – Tel +82-1599-1885 Yonsei University, which opened in 1885, is a prestigious university that boasts a beautiful campus. In particular, it is famous for its wooden trails, antique buildings covered with ivy, and Cheongsongdae Forest, a popular dating spot among couples. Yonsei University also has a Korean language institute…
Ewha Womans University (이화여자대학교) – Homepage www.ewha.ac.kr – Tel +82-2-3277-2114 Ewha Womans University is Korea’s first women’s university founded in 1886 by American Methodist missionary Mary Scranton. Ewha Womans University is also the most famous women’s university in Korea and its name originates from Ehwa Hakdang, a name given by Empress Myeongseong in 1887. Ewha…
Sogang University (서강대학교) – Homepage www.sogang.ac.kr – Tel +82-2-705-8114 Sogang University is a private, coeducational, Jesuit university located in central Seoul. Campus life at Sogang University is enhanced by student clubs as well as technological advancement. Furthermore, the proximity to other leading universities (Yonsei University and Ewha Woman’s University) contributes to the intellectual and social…