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a. Seoul and Vicinity
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Seoul, the 600-year
ancient capital of the
Choson dynasty, is a
fascinating blend of the
traditional and the modern.
Among towering
skyscrapers in downtown
Seoul stand old palace
buildings and other cultural
monuments.
In suburban areas are old
fortress walls as well as
parks and many sports and
leisure sites. |
Han-gang river, Kyongbok palace, Secret garden, Mt.
Namsan,DLI 63 Building, Korean Folk village in
Yong-in, Pottery village.
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b. The Central Area.
Puyo and Kongju, old capital cities of the Paekche
Kingdom, preserve many precious cultural relics.
Taejon EXPO park, only two hours from Seoul, is a
science and technology park. |
Nakwaam Rock in Puyo, King Munyong's tomb in
Kongju, Popchusa Temple on Mt. Songni, and the
Taejon EXPO park.
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c. The Southwestern Area.
The bountiful crops from broad plains of this area have
created a highly varied local cuisine. The area also has
a rich artistic and musical tradition. |
Mt. Chiri, Mt. Togyu, Mt. Naejang, Pyonsanbando
National park, Kwanghallu Pavillion in Namwon, and
Tadohae Haesang national park.
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d. The Eastern Area.
Dashing waterfalls, lakes,
limestone grottos,
beautiful beaches,
cliffs-all these are the
endowment of God. In
winter you can enjoy
skiing in our snowlands. |

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Yong Pyeong ski resort, Kyongpodae beach in
Kangnung, Soyangho lake in Chunchon, and Mt. Sorak.
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e. The Kyongju, Pusan Area.
The entire city of Kyongju is an open museum that
preserves many cultural properties of the Shilla
kingdom. Pusan, the international port city, bustles with
incoming and outgoing foreign ships and travelers.
Hallyosudo waterway, dotted with 400 gem-like islands
and islets in the South Sea, is famous for its beautiful
maritime scenery. |
Divine bell of King Songdok the great, Chomsongdae
observatory, Taejongdae park, and Hallyosudo
Waterway.
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f. Cheju Island.
Fresh air, craters,
bizarre lava
formations,
chocolate-colored
soil, clean beaches,
Mt. Halla, a mill
climate, and
warmhearted
people-this is the
image of Cheju island. |
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Convenient tourist facilities, deluxe hotel, and leisure
facilities have helped make the island famous around the
world as a tourist resort.
Mt. Halla, Chungmun Resort, Yongduam Rock,
Chongbang Falls, and Songsan Ilchulbong Peak. |
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