Suwon Hwaseong Fortress tourist attractions

Suwon (Suwon-si - 수원시) is a capital city of Gyeonggi-do Province. Suwon lies approximately 30 kilometres (20 miles) south of Seoul and is one of the most populous of Seoul's satellite cities. It is traditionally known as "The City of Filial Piety".

Suwon is a basicley a suburb of seoul. It is worth coming here for at least one day to excape seoul. Plus i found the air better here and the people alot nicer. So many people would stop to say hello. I loved it here. Go see it.

To get to suwon you must get on the korean Railway. it's the same as using the subway. very easy and it doen't cost much. It's about a 40 min ride once you leave seoul. Make sure you get on the right trian!!!

Suwon has a rich history since it was founded during the Joseon Dynasty in the 18th century as a fortress city.

The biggest attraction in Suwon would be the big wall that goes around the old part of the city. This city was so well fortified becuase it used to be the capital of korea.

It's city walls are a world heritage site and it offers a look back at South Korea's past. It's home to Hwaseong Fortress, Woncheon Amusement Park, Everland Amusement Park, The Korean Traditional Folk Village, and various temples and tombs.

Suwon best tourist attractions and places to go are listed here, including the Fortress :
1. Suwon Fortress
2. The wall around the city
3. The bastions
4. Hwaseomun
5. Seobuk Gangno
6. eojangdae
The Bell of Hyowon
Hwaseong Fortress
Seoammun
The Divine Tree

Suwon Photos :


Suwon Hwaseong Fortress. Built in 1796, the entire city used to be encircled by the walls, but now Suwon has expanded beyond this boundary



Suwon at night, full of pretty lights


Suwon south Gate



Suwon Big Bird Stadium, a venue during the 2002 FIFA World Cup and home to K-League team Suwon Samsung Bluewings


Watch Suwon Hwaseong Fortress - 24 Martial Arts Performance Video here



there was a 24 Martial Arts Performance in front of the Hwaseong Haenggung, whereby the 24 types of actual martial arts skills recorded at the Martial Arts Picture Book (Muye Dobo Tongji) are reenacted.

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Gyeongju Korea World Heritage Sites

Gyeongju or Kyongju (경주시) is a city in South Korea, lies in the far southeastern corner of North Gyeongsang Province, on the coast of the East Sea (Sea of Japan). Kyongju was the capital of the Shilla Kingdom for over 1,000 years. Thousands of historic buildings and objects have been maintained well throughout the city, truly making it the "museum without walls."

Gyeongju Tourism

Gyeongju is a major tourist destination for South Koreans as well as foreign visitors. Gyeongju is also home to South Korea's first nominated UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Some of Gyeongju travel sites and tourist destination including temple, pagoda, shopping, museums and market :

Buddhist Temples

Bulguk-sa, Bunhwang-sa, Golgul-sa

Cities and Towns

Gyeongju City

Historical Areas

Cheonmachong, Seogbinggo (Ice Storage)

Landmarks

Anapji Pond, Bomun Resort, Cheomseongdae Observatory, Gyerim Woods, Hwangryong-sa, Tumuli Park

Miscellaneous

Eastern Historic Zone

Museums

Gyeongju National Museum, Silla History and Science Museum

Shopping Areas

Gyeongju Folk's Hand Craft Village



Gyeongju Tower height 82m


Gyeongju - Bulguksa Bell


Gyeongju National Museum


Watch Seokguram,GYEONGJU(ancient nation 'SILLA' Kingdom) SILLA Kingdom video here



Seokguram(built in 751~774) is a man-made grotto that houses a Buddhist shrine high above Bulguksa (temple) on the eastern slope of Mt. Toham, near the historic city of Gyeongju. It was built during a golden age of Buddhist art in the Silla Dynasty and embodies the highest principles of architecture, mathematics, geometry, religion, and art of its time. It has been designated Korea's National Treasure No. 24, and along with Bulguksa was proclaimed a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site in December 1995.

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Yongsan Landmark Building Korea Tallest Building

Yongsan, located in downtown Seoul, means Dragon Hill. Yongsan or Yongsan-gu is also the site of Yongsan Garrison, a large United States military base. In the futuer, Yongsan will has the tallest building in Korean, and second tallest in the world, while now will be developed into an international business district.

On the 1.46 million-square-meter site around Yongsan subway station, a 620 meter-high landmark building, a hotel, business & residential facilities and large parks will be built.

The site is available for financial, telecom and entertainment companies. Its metropolitan transportation infrastructure and sufficient green space will make for an outstanding business environment.

If the plan is accepted, the proposed building will have 130-140 stories and become a new landmark for the city. The building is expected to promote growth in the area with the proposed construction of additional shopping malls and entertainment establishments in the Yongsan area where the U.S. military’s main base is located.

``If the building does not obstruct views of Mount Namsan from the Han River, it should have no problem being approved,’’ a city official said. ``Korail also asked us to designate residential areas adjacent to the new building, but it could affect transportation in the region. We will review the matter carefully,’’ he said.

Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon has said that the city needs new skyscrapers to strengthen its international competitiveness and draw more foreign tourists.

Buildings over 600 meters are very rare _ currently, the 508 meter-high Taipei Financial Center in Taiwan is the tallest building in the world with 101 stories while Dubai is constructing the 830 meter-high Burj Dubai Tower with 160 stories for completion before the end of next year.

Currently, the 234 meter-high Tower Palace apartment building in Togok-dong, southern Seoul, is the tallest building in Korea. However, construction projects for the 580 meter-high international business center in Sangam-dong, northern Seoul, and the 610 meter-high Inchon Tower in Songdo in the Inchon Free Economic Zone are being pushed.

“In Seoul, the planned 151-story Yongsan Landmark Building, at 2,046 feet, will tower over all the city’s existing structures, and even some nearby mountain peaks. “Seoul is the capital, so it must have the tallest building,” said Han Bong-seok, an executive at Korea Railroad, the national railway company, who heads the project to build the tower on the site of an old train yard. “This is for the pride of Seoul.

Yongsan Electronic Market

Seoul has the biggest Electronic shopping place. Like Akihabara Electronics District in Tokyo and Den Den Town in Osaka, Yongsan Electronic Market is the place to find several Korea branded electronic, stereos, computers and peripherals, office equipment, telephones, lighting equipment, electronic games and software, videos and CDs.

Located near the Yongsan train station, the Electronics Market is made up of over 20 buildings housing 5,000 stores that sell appliances, stereos, computers and peripherals, office equipment, telephones, lighting equipment, electronic games and software, and videos and CDs. Korean-made products generally cost 20% less here than other retail outlets, while imported items can be as much as 50% cheaper. Transformers of varying sizes can be found at many shops.

Yongsan Urban Development

Biggest South Korean Urban Development in history... This is 30 billion dollars mega urban developmental project on the Yong-San district of Seoul. On the 1.46 million-square-meter site around Yongsan subway station, a 665 meter-high landmark building, a hotel, business & residential facilities and large parks will be built. The Landmark tower which is the tallest building in this project will be 665m supertall structure that will become new landmark of Seoul. The site is available for financial, telecom and entertainment companies. Its metropolitan transportation infrastructure and sufficient green space will make for an outstanding business environment.


Yongsan Landmark Building Design Photos:












Watch Yongsan Urban Development 용산국제업무지구(Yongsan dream hub) video

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Chuncheon Myeongdong Winter Sonata Korea Drama

Chuncheon (Chuncheon-si 춘천시) is the capital of Gangwon Province, South Korea. The city lies in the northeast of the country, located in a basin formed by the Soyang River and Han River. There are some large lakes around the city, most notably Lake Soyang and Lake Uiam. The area is renowned for its small river islands, such as Sangjungdo, Ha-Jungdo, Bungeo Island, or Wido.

The city is now a popular destination for East Asian tourists as it was featured in the popular Korean drama serial, Winter Sonata.

Winter Sonata is a romantic and popular korean drama series starring Bae Wong Joon and Choi Ji Woo.

There are so many places and sites used for casting Winter Sonata. Some of the famous places such as Myeongdong Street in Chuncheon, Namiseom Island,



Winter Sonata scene in Nami Island , Chuncheon







This is the Myeongdong street in Chuncheon. However it was not as happening as the Myeongdong in Seoul. But it was famous for being the filming sight of "Winter Sonata". As I did not watch the Korean drama, I was told by my friend that Chuncheon Myeongdong was the place where the lead actor and actress were supposed to meet. Unfortunately, the actor met with an accident on the way and was not able to turn out for the appointment. I guess that was the point when the sad story started.






The two palm prints belong to the lead actor and actress of Winter Sonata. Chuncheon Myeongdong is located at the heart of Chuncheon city and it is just beside the City Hall of Chuncheon. We arrived at the place after taking a 10 minutes taxi ride from Namchuncheon station.






Watch Winter Sonata drama tour (Nami Island and Chuncheon) video here

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Gwangju Korea Nightlife Tourist Attractions

Gwangju  or Kwangju ((광주, 光州) is the sixth largest city in South Korea. Gwangju is best known for the Gwangju Massacre of May 1980, in which at least 207 (the number is disputed) students were killed by army forces suppressing a pro-democracy demonstration.

In Korea, Gwangju is famous for its local cuisine as is the province of Jeolla.

For your information, Gwangju is the sister city of Medan city, Capital of North Sumatera Province, Indonesia.

Travellers coming to Gwangju can experience a slower paced experience than Seoul, whilst still getting the bali bali (hurry hurry) lifestyle of Korea. It's also a good hub for touring the surrounding province of South Jeolla.

Gwang Ju Attractions & Heritage :
1. 8 sights5 delicacies
2. Downtown Zone
3. Mt.Mudeung Zone
4. Gasa Culture Zone
5. May 18 Democratic Uprising
6. Jungoe Park Culture Belt
7. Traditional Culture Zone
8. Beyond Gwangju

Things To Do in Gwangju
1. The Gwangju World Cup Stadium
2. Gasa Literature Museum
3. Gwangju Lake
4. Gwangju Foreigners' Night
5. World Cup Stadium
6. Kimchi Festival
7. May 18 National Cemetery
8. Gwangju Folk Museum
9. May 18th Cemetry


Gwangju World Photonics Expo 2010

The Gwangju World Photonics Expo 2010 held in Sangmu Citizen’s Park in Geumnam-ro in Gwangju is the world’s most innovative light-themed festival.

The Expo’s slogan “Light, Opening the Future” is further subdivided into three major programs: light-themed exhibitions, industrial exhibitions/conference and the Light Festival. To add to the fun, visitors can experience the beauty and mystery of light firsthand by participating in variety of events located throughout the area’s 10 exhibition halls/pavilions. Although there’s plenty to see, the expo aims at providing visitors with a variety of hands-on experiences to encourage them to take a more active role in the festivities. In particular, the “Light Science Experience Pavilion” is the ideal place for students to come and explore the scientific principles of light.

* The Light Festival (from April 9~13, 2010 / 19:00~24:00)
- Opening Event: April 9, 2010 (18:30~22:00) / Minju Gwangjang (Democratic Square)
- Lighting on the streets of Gwangju / Gwangjucheon Stream, Geumnam-ro, Wedding Street, Chungjang-ro
- Light Show / Culture Complex Station
- Exterior Lighting Display – March of Light, Opera of Light / Gwangju Post Office



Gwangju Folk Museum. The 5.18 Cemetery is a powerful testament to the price of democracy and the horrors that happen under an extremist government.


Gwangju Nightlife. So many neon ligths.


Gwangju Worldcup Stadium


Gwangju City Street.


Gwangju Downtown

Watch MBC Gwangju World Photonics EXPO 2010 - Super Junior - It's You & Sorry Sorry video here

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Seoul Cheap Hotel and Motels Accomodation List

Journey to Seoul will be remarkable, but will cost you a lot with the expensive hotel and apartments. Why don't you plan your accomodations including cheap hotel but still comfortable.

Seoul is one of the highest cost living in Asia, or in the world. The hotel in Seoul is too expensive for ordinary people to stay.

Here are some inexpensive or cheap hotels and motels, that found on the net. I summarize the article into one posting.

1. Best Western Premier Hotel Kukdo
Best Western Premier Hotel Kukdo is located at the center of Seoul Business District.
Address : #310 Uljiro 4-ga Jung Gu (Hotel)

2. Brown Hotel
The Brown Hotel Seoul boasts an unparalleled inner city location in the heart of the downtown area within close proximity of man key attractions and major transport links.
Address : 77-2, Bomun-dong 4 Ga, Seongbuk-gu (Hotel)

3. Best Western Vision Hotel
Vision Hotel is a member of the world's largest hotel chain with more than 4,000 hotels in 80 countries. Vision Hotel newly opens to make your visit a delightful one with superior services, high quality facilities and guests' satisfaction by offering true value at a reasonable price.
Address : 2 Dosun-Dong, Seongdong-Ku (Hotel)

4. Saerim Hotel
Saerim Hotel is located in Insa-dong, Jongno, the center of culture and tourism. We are the most prominent hotel in Insa-dong.
Address : 192-17 Kwanhun-Dong, Jongro-Ku (Hotel)

5. Western CO-OP Residence
Western CO-OP Residence is located in the heart of downtown Seoul. We are situated right next to Dongdaemun, a very popular tourist destination for its phenomenal shopping, food and aesthetics. Subway lines #2, #4, #5 are easily accessible from Dongdaemun Stadium Subway Station.
Address : 77-2, Uljiro-5 Ga, Jung-gu (Hotel)

6. Centro Hotel
Hotel Centro is located at the center of southern Seoul, the business center of Korea. Our staff will offer the best service during your business and travel to Seoul. Our English speaking staff can assist you in any of your activities in Korea.
Address : 1594-3 Seocho-Dong, Seocho-Ku (Hotel)

7. ChungJin Motel
You are invited to stay in Chung Jin Motel with newly constructed and modern facilities in a cozy atmosphere at the most convenient location in the center of Seoul.
Address : 152, ChungJin-Dong, Jongno-Gu (Hotel)


8. Hamilton Hotel
Itaewon has long been named as the city of foreigners. Itaewon is the Mecca of international shopping, and Hamilton Hotel is at the center of this Itaewon. It is the hotel equipped with the optimal location convenient for business, sightseeing, and shopping. Itaewon has a combination with things to eat, see, and enjoy, which makes your travelling special and memorable.
Address : #119-25, Itaewon-dong Yongsan-ku (Hotel)

9. Hotel Elle Inn
The Elle Inn Hotel offers great value-for-money accommodations in an extremely convenient location. Within just ten minutes' walk you have access to two major train stations, many subways stations, the National Museum, the War Memorial Hall and Yongsan and shopping areas like Namdaemum and Dongdaemun markets.
Address : 98-14, Galwol-dong Yongsan-gu (Hotel)

10.Hotel Victoria Seoul
Victoria Hotel is located near the city center and is well-connected to the main streets. This helps the guests to commute easily. The hotel is situated at Mia 4-dong, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul. The most important reasons for choosing the hotel as a comfortable nest to take rest. And Hyundai and Lotte department store is nearby the hotel.
Address : 42-8 Mia 4-dong Gangbuk-gu (Hotel)




The Queen Hotel is a very well appointed Cheap Hotel in Inchon Korea very close to Seoul Pudong Airport.

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Mokpo korean old town best tourist attractions

Mokpo (Mokpo-si) ( 木浦市) is a major port city in South Jeolla Province , South Korea ,surrounded by hills facing the sea on the southwestern tip of the Korean Peninsula with a population of about 260,000. From Mokpo there are ferries to Tadohae Haesang National Park, Chin-do, Hong-do and Shinan island . The cheapest ferries to Chejo island also depart from Mokpo and the is now a ferry to Shanghai . Mokpo is the hometown of President Kim Dae-jung, who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2001

Mokpo best tourist attractions and things to see in Mokpo including Park, Museum, Festival, Hall, and so many things here :

1. Yudal San park
A short climb gives a commanding view of the city with many pavalions . There are many scultures to be see here, If you wander off the main trails you can find old carving on the hilside . The building in front of the park is historical site #289, which used to be the Japanese consulate . There is a statue there of Yi-Sun-shin, who gazes at Nojok-bong hill. According to legend Yi-Sun-shin covered the hill with straw bags to imitate bags of rice to fool the invading Japanese army that he had more troops than there really were .
2. Yudal beach
3. Daebandong
4. Mokposisa
5. National Maritime Museum
Here you can see the remains of the yuan Dynasty junk ( which is quite large ) and the relics found with it, along with other items from Korean naval history
Take 111 Bus in front of Mokpo MBC, Hadang Geumho apartment, 25 minutes by taxi
6. Mokpo Natural History Museum
7. Mokpo Folklore Museum
8. Yongsan Dam and farming Museum
9. Regional Cultural Center Hyangto Munhwagwan
10. Namnong Memorial Hall
11. Mokpo Cultural Festival
Held every September or October since 1959, and it shows lives and spirits of Namdo people. During the festival, there are various kinds of events such as Play Festival, Music Festival, Jazz Concert


Yudal San Park in Mokpo



Mokpo Old Town view



Mokpo City



Downtown in Mokpo


Watch Mokpo Mugunghwa Hampyeong Station Start Up video here

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