Busan is Korea’s largest port city filled with endless excitement and pleasant surprises. Every year, tens of thousands of visitors from all over the country and around the world flock to Haeundae, Songdo and Gwangalli Beaches to relax or to attend festivals.
This tour will take you through the marvels of Haedongyonggung Temple, Haeundae Dalmaji Path, Dongbaek Island, Haeundae Beach, Jagalchi Seafood Market, Gukje Market.
Haedongyonggung Temple is situated on the coast of the north-eastern portion of Busan. A temple by the sea.
Haeundae Dalmaji Path is a small walkway on the corner to Songjeong Beach sorrounded by beautiful cherry blossoms and pine trees.
Dongbaek Island: There are many islands named Dongbaekseom Island in the South Sea where dongbaek trees thrive. Dongbaekseom Island in Busan used to be an island, but is now part of the mainland.
Haeundae Beach: is probably the most famous beach in the country.
Jagalchi Seafood Market is Korea's largest seafood market.
Gukje Market: Following the Korean War, refugees who had fled to Busan set up stalls in order to make a living, and this was the beginning of the ''Gukje Marekt''. The Gukje Market is one of Korea's largest markets each alleyway is crowded with stalls, and it connects to Bupyeong Market.
Changdeokgung’s rear garden was constructed during the reign of King Taejong and served as a resting place for the royal family members. The garden had formerly been called ‘Bukwon’ and ‘Geumwon,’ but was renamed ‘Biwon’ after King Kojong came into power. The garden was kept as natural as possible and was touched by human hands only when absolutely necessary. The most beautiful time to see the garden is during the fall when the autumn foliage is at its peak and the leaves have just started to fall. The National Museum of Korea is located only 1.5km away from Yongsan Station. It is the largest museum in Korea and houses precious Korean cultural assets that silently tell the story of Korea’s fascinating history, from ancient days to the modern era. The museum, in turn, is close to Yongsan Family Park, a wooded grassland with a pond that serves as a natural habitat for various species of birds, as well as over 80 different kinds of trees.
Yangban(the noble) is highest status could be achieved by passing a series of national exams which is the only way to become a government official in Chosun Dynasty. They are high social status but not always of high income. Most of Yangban were mainly interested in study not making money and mainly affected by Confucianism. They are so into honor and Confucian manner and culture which was always prior to practicality. They did care more about books than money, food, and other basic life.
Bukchon was the area with full ofthe nobles (Bukchon traditional Korean house village is included to Cosmojin Seoul daily city tour course number 3) while Namchon is the place for a little lower class including ruined noblemen or scholars who did not pass enough series of national exams to become a real Noble or government official. Namchon is located at the foot of Mt. Namsan. There were ideologists who was just studying with doing nothing else was called ""namsangol nerd"" while respected scholars called ""Sonbi"" lived there too.
To restore the old traditional atmosphere, Seoul city has built traditional garden at Namsan in old way of gardening. It took 4 years to finish from 1993 to 1997. There are 5 traditional houses showing different living style for each social status to give senses of how people in Chosun lived. Furniture designs are different depends on the social status. Seoul city still keeps adding more interesting elements and activities for visitors like time capsule, experience center, and performances.
Meet your guide upon hotel pickup and learn what to expect during your time at a Korean spa, or Jjimjilbang."Jjimjil" means heat bath to make people sweat using hot air. In some senses, it is similar to a sauna. However, the far infrared radiation emitted from red clay, elvan stones, and germanium heated to a high temperature (over 700 degrees Celsius), passes 4-5 cm beneath the skin and facilitates cell activities and blood circulation.
When you go to a jjimjilbang, you can find gyms, baths, barber shops, playgrounds for kids, karaoke, PC cafes, golf putting ranges, nailcare shops, massage rooms, cafeterias, restaurants and swimming pools. If you have not visited a jjimjilbang, you cannot say that you know Korea.
In the sauna lobby you will receive sauna ""outfits"" (shorts and shirt) and two small towels. The dry area is for men and women, everyone is wearing a spa outfit. After "jjimjil" in the hot air, soak in hot water and then scrubbing layers of dead skin, a typical Korean cleansing process. Renewed after this ritual, meet your guide for the drive back to your hotel.
Petite France, a French cultural village set in the Korean countryside! Petite France serves as both a French cultural village and a youth training facility and consists of 16 French-style buildings where visitors can lodge and experience French food, clothing, and household culture. Namiseom Island is 63 km away from Seoul in the direction of Chuncheon, and is famous for its beautiful tree lined roads. The island is 30 minutes away from Chuncheon and an hour away from suburbs of Seoul. Since it is not far from Seoul, many couples and families come to visit.
After you're picked up from your hotel, relax aboard a comfortable coach while going to Haeinsa Temple on Mt. Gaya. Haeinsa Temple is one of the Three Jewel Temples of Korea, and represents Dharma or the Buddha's teachings.
The storage halls known as the Janggyeong Panjeon complex are the depository for the Tripitaka Koreana woodblocks were also designated by the Korean government as a national treasure of Korea. They are some of the largest wooden storage facilities in the world.
Since the 23rd year of Goryeo Dynasty (year 1236), it took 16 years to finish the Tripitaka Koreana which was made as a wish to overcome the national crisis caused by Mongolian Invasion.
Learn about its notable collection of Tripitaka Koreana woodblocks, a series of carved scriptures from the 13th century.
DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) stretches some 248km across the Korean Peninsula from the mouth of the Imjin River in the west to the towm of Goseong in the east. The demilitarized zone itself, where human activity has been greatly limited for the last half-century, has become one of Asia’s greatest nature preserves. Dorasan Station Dorasan Station is a railway station on the Gyeongui Line and is the northernmost stop on South Korea’s railway line. It is located 56km from Seoul, 15km from Gaeseong (3rd largest city in North Korea) and 205km from Pyeongyang which is a capital city of North Korea.
Dora Observatory is situated at the northernmost point of the Military Demarcation Line of the Western Front. You can overlook North Korea and its various locations including Songaksan, Kim Il-Sung Statue, and the world’s tallest flagpole and the Gaeseong Joint Industrial Complex. The 3rd Infiltration Tunnel was discovered on October 17, 1978 and it is located 52km from Seoul. It is one of four infiltration tunnels dug by the North to facilitate an invasion of the South. It was estimated that it took approximately an hour for 30,000 soldiers to move through the tunnel.
Itinerary: Imjingak Pavilion – The Unification Bridge –ID Check –DMZ –Film Presentation - Exhibition Hall –The 3rd Infiltration Tunnel –Dora Observatory –Dorasan Station –Pass by Unification Village –Paju Shopping Outlet
Lotte World se encuentra situado en el corazón de la ciudad y es el lugar perfecto para pasar un día entretenido mientras haces turismo. Este parque de atracciones está lleno de emocionantes atracciones, como una pista de hielo, diferentes tipos de desfiles, además de un museo del folclore, un lago y mucho más. Lotte World se divide en un parque temático de aventura una vez dentro del edificio, mientras que fuera se encuentra el parque temático de la "Isla Mágica", justo al lado del lago Seokchonhosu. Lotte World Adventure (la parte de aventura) tiene varios distritos que representan diferentes países y cuentan con unas completas instalaciones, así como con tiendas de souvenirs. Podrás disfrutar de desfiles, multitud de películas, espectáculos de láser y una variada cocina internacional, incluso durante los festivos. Magic Island está al aire libre y te ofrece el deslumbrante Castillo Mágico, junto con emocionantes atracciones de vértigo que no puedes encontrar en ningún otro lugar. Asegúrate de no perderte el tranquilo paseo que rodea el lago.
Una de las principales razones que atrae a los turistas a Lotte World son las atracciones. El Gyro Drop y Gyro Swing son las más populares, ofreciendo caída libre desde 70 metros de altura. También podrás experimentar la emocionante sensación de estar dentro de un tornado; lo más seguro es que tengas que quitarte los zapatos antes de subirte, ya que es muy probable que se te salgan durante el trayecto. El Flume Ride es un largo barco con una ola de gran altura y el barco pirata español se balancea unos 75 grados, proporcionándote una experiencia electrizante. Además de la emoción de estas atracciones, Lotte World también ofrece una gran variedad de desfiles y espectáculos de láser. Unos 200 artistas cantan y bailan al ritmo de la música en el Desfile Mundial del Carnaval, lo que llena el parque de aún más emoción.
Después de disfrutar con las atracciones, no te olvides de patinar en la pista de hielo y de visitar el museo. La pista de hielo se encuentra en la parte interior, en el piso B3, y se encuentra abierta durante todo el año. El ambiente es muy agradable, lo que lo convierte en un lugar perfecto tanto para familias como para parejas. El horario de apertura es de 10.30 a 22.30, incluso durante los periodos festivos. Incluye un restaurante, ventanilla de billetes, bar de snacks, tienda de deportes, servicio de alquiler de patines y vestuarios.
Por otro lado tenemos el Museo del Folclore, el museo más popular entre los turistas extranjeros. En él se exponen objetos de la cultura coreana, algunos de ellos con más de 5000 años de antigüedad, además de pueblos en miniatura y un área de juegos. La disposición del museo tiene la finalidad de llamar la atención de los visitantes y las exhibiciones son fáciles de entender. Además los recursos audiovisuales y los modelos en miniatura hacen que sea aún más divertido.
Most people understand Korea for K-pop and strong IT Industry. But, have you noticed Korea is the country has thousands of history and a racially homogeneous nation?
HIGHLIGHTS :
* Learn about the past, present and future of Korea’s culture and politics
* Explore Gyeongbokgung Palace, the largest of the Five Grand Palaces
* Discover life in Korea from ancient times to today at the National Folk Museum
If you are international traveler, you might know Seoul is one of rare cities has hundreds years history footprints. You will see high-tech right next to thousand-year-old tradition. Palace is the one of popular historical places. Chosun Empire has ended in 1910 while Seoul has been the capital of Josun dynasty for the past 500 years. There are 5 important palaces you don’t want to miss and they are the most popular places for visitors.
What is first impression of the word Palace? Place for kings and noble families? It is true but only the part of it. You will see the area where kings and families lived with 2000 people ruled whole nation. There is only parts of palaces remain which makes many people find they are only for king and family. Palace was the place for discussion how to rule the country. The palace was like a huge company runs a big organization, nation where 2000 people are working together inside. Most people now understand the palace only for king and family after modern city development.
After the Second World War, family of Korean empire became normal average people and there is no more empire. All palaces belong to Republic of Korea. Does your country have king and family? Do you still have the palace for them? There is no more king and family in Korean society. But most of Korean all remembers them and their history as they are all important part of history although it was not happy ending.
There were 2 big important functions of palace. Kweol is where all governors, ministers, scholars and king got together and made important discussion and decision. ""Koong"" is located in the center of the palace where king and king’s family stay. You can enjoy more if you understand the whole palace was designed for efficiency of communication with people who visit or stay palace. There are places for politics, living area for king and family, and gardens. Take a close look and feel how all the functions and locations are designed and connected. There are 5 palaces in Seoul. Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Changkyeong-gung, Gyeongungung(Deoksu Palace), and Gyeongheegung.
Eastern Asia palaces are noticed that the mainly common characteristics of the design are naturalism and humanism but the philosophy behind and representation style element are differed from the country.
Furniture Museum having unofficially opened in 2008, After 14 years of construction, the private museum is beloved brainchild of its owner and director ,Chung Mi-siik, a former professor at Yonsei University and a collector who personally amassed the museum's 2,000 pieces of Joseon Dynasty furniture over the past five decades. Unhyungung Royal Residence was the home of young gojong, Who later became Emporer during the Joseon Dynasty. Jogyesa Temple does not give off the solemn and traditional air of the other temples located deep in the moutains, or offer the seasonal scenery of the moutains and the sea. but because it is located in the middle of the city, the transportation is convenient and is well connected to the surrounding areas.