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Buramsan Mountain (불암산)

2021-04-23

22, Deongneung-ro 130ga-gil, Nowon-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2116-3943

Buramsan Mountain is an 508-meter high rock mountain, drawing the border between Junggye-dong and Sanggye-dong in Nowon-gu and Byeolnae-myeon in Namyangju. The total area is approximately 5,355,396 square meters and was designated as a city nature park in 1977. The mountain is named after its appearance that resembles Buddha wearing songnak (headgear) and is also referred to as Cheonbosan or Piramsan Mountain. The ridge stretches long enough to enjoy the scenery and it's an easy hike because it is not too steep. In particular, the stunning view of Seoul at night unfolds at the top of the mountain.
Buramsanseong Fortress is located 420 meters above sea level and the rock cliffs are often used as rock climbing spots. There are also various hiking trails and about ten springs to get fresh mineral water. Burampokpo Falls is popular in winter among ice climbing enthusiasts.

The Bay 101 (더베이101)

2025-04-15

52 Dongbaek-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

The Bay 101 is located in a culture and art complex in Haeundae area, attracting many visitors to the area thanks to the beautiful nightscape that it offers. It has become a top attraction for enjoying brunch or drinks and dinner at the cafes and restaurants located here, with terrace and rooftop views of the cityscape. A yachting program is also available for visitors looking to get closer to the water.

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Geum-joo and the investors discussed Brad song as they took a yacht tour from The bay 101, a prime spot where Busan’s ocean and cityscapes meet. Hop on a yacht and cruise along Haeundae’s waters to experience the luxurious nightlife of Busan.

Choryang Ibagu-gil & Sanbok Road (초량 이바구길 & 산복도로)

2019-01-23

Areas of Choryang-dong, Dong-gu, Busan-si

Located near Busan Station, Choryang Ibagu-gil street was formed when people started building houses on top of the hill during the time of poverty. An observatory, Ibagu Archive Center, Yu Chi-hwan Postbox, and other places perfect for photos can be seen along the road leading up to the hilltop. Atop the hill, a wide road known as the Sanbok Road features an open view of Busan's downtown within a sight. The night scene is especially beautiful from this road, as the lights from the neighborhood twinkle and gleam as the surrounding area gets darker.

Woljeongri Beach (월정리해변(월정리해수욕장))

2025-03-13

480-1 Haemajihaean-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-728-3906

Woljeong-ri, a village located on the east side of Jeju Island, holds the meaning "the moon stays." The beautiful emerald sea spreads out like a picture, and the bright moon shines above it. As more and more travelers visited the beach to appreciate its beauty, many restaurants, cafes, and lodging facilities started to form along the shoreline. Some cafes placed chairs for people to relax in while looking at the sea, which became an iconic photo spot of Woljeongri Beach.

The beach is also a popular location for a variety of water sports such as surfing, snorkeling, and kayaking. Woljeongri Beach is popular among surfers because it has waves with a uniform x_height that are constantly coming in. The beach is also a part of the Gimnyeong-Hado Olle and Gimnyeong-Woljeong Geotrail Course on Jeju Olle Trail Route 20, and a great spot for tourists to take a break while taking in the beautiful scenery and cool scent of the sea.

Jjangttungeo (Mudskipper) Bridge (짱뚱어다리)

2021-01-25

Daecho-ri, Sinan-gun, Jeollanam-do

Featuring natural areas untouched by human hands, Jeungdo Island in Sinan-gun was the first Slow City designated in Asia as of December 1, 2007. The trademark image of the island is Jjangttungeo Bridge, a 470-meter-long wooden bridge built above the mud flat. The bridge allows visitors to observe mud creatures all without stepping foot in the mud. The jjangttungeo (mudskipper) is only able to live in clean mud flats and they are easily found in this island. The name of the bridge comes from the image of many mudskippers jumping around the bridge. During low tide, the vast mud flat appears, as well as various mud organisms including mudskippers, crabs, clams and lug worms. When the tide is high, crossing this bridge will give the feeling of walking on water. The sight seen from the bridge is perfect for a date course, and the bridge leads to Ujeong Beach, which offers a beautiful view of the setting sun.

Taepyeong Yeomsaeng Botanical Garden (태평염생식물원)

2021-05-31

Jeungdong-ri, Sinan-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-275-7541

Designated as a biodiversity conservation area by the UNESCO, Jeungdo Island in Sinan-gun, Jeollanam-do has become popular. Taepyeong Yeomsaeng Botanical Garden is located next to one of the largest solar-evaporation salt fields, and spans over an area of 110,000 ㎡. Over 70 species of various salt plant colonies grow at the natural mud flat including glasswort, sea-blite, East Asian seepweed, and Herbaceous seepweed to create a splendid scene. Also, one can easily see Tti (a plant) which can not grow in polluted places.

Walking along the 220 meter-long walking path, diverse mud flat creatures like mudskippers, crabs, and gastropods can be seen up close.

Bakdaljae Peak (박달재)

2020-05-27

Wonbak-gil, Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-642-9398

Bakdaljae refers to the steep hills dividing Bongyang-eup and Baekun-myeon in Jecheon-si. It has a legendary sad love story about Bakdal doryeong and Geumbong nangja. Jecheon-si uses the characters of ‘Bakdari and Geumbongi’ to promote. Iljumun Gate is set at the entrance of the hill to offer things to see for visitors. Also, based on Bakdaljae landmark project, it became a famous site for tourists.

Sinseondae Cliff (신선대 (부산))

2019-01-16

6, Sinseon-ro 303beon-gil, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-253-8253

Stretched out from Hwangryeongsan Mountain, Sinseondae Cliff is namely the most popular viewing spotl ocated in Busan's coastal area. Thanks to its geological location, the Sinseondae commends imcomparable ocean vista over many other small islets scattered around the bay area. The site is 4,121.707 ㎥, fairly flat and even therefore a perfect place for visitors to stroll around the area. An old folktale has it that, the name 'sinseon' (or Taoist in English) was given because the sacred people came to the mountain to rest and play, attracted by its spectacular view. The area has been highly appreciated by visitors for some hundreds of decades, and a documentary from one notable scholar from the Silla Era, Choi Chi-won, testifies the impressive looks from during his time.

Sinan Marine Archaeology Monuments (신안해저유물 발굴 기념비)

2019-08-01

Bangchuk-ri, Jeungdo-myeon, Sinan-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-240-8352

Sinan Marine Archaeology Monuments, located in Jeungdo Island, came to existence after the discovery of the ancient artifacts. Over 28,000 items were found mostly near the region of Doduk-do Island, including treasures from Song and Won Dynasties. After the first discovery in 1975, more and various excavation results were reported, unearthening 600 years history, and gave a glimpse into Korea and China's remarkable development in intergovernmental, as well as trading cooperations in the past, awakening millions of historians in both nations.

The excavated artifacts are now housed for display at the Nation Museum of Korea in Seoul and National Maritime Museum located in Mokpo. In addition, the venue where this remarkable discovery was made and the monument that was erected, became the National Historical Site No. 274 so as to recognize the efforts and sacrifices that the divers had to make back then to preserve and unearth these world treasures.

Jeongdong Observatory (정동전망대)

2022-08-11

15, Deoksugung-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-120

Jeongdong Observatory is located on the 13th floor of Seoul City Hall Seosomun building. The observatory has a cafe inside where visitors can enjoy a drink while gazing upon the magnificent view of Deoksugung Palace from above. In addition, the walls of the cafe are decorated with photos of old Jeongdong.

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