Suwon’s landmark and UNESCO World Heritage site, Hwaseong Fortress, is a prime example of Joseon Dynasty-era (1391-1897) architecture and the centerpiece of the city’s history.
If you go to Sunchang, there is no excuse to not visit Chaegyesan suspension bridge(채계산출렁다리), which is just a 20-minute drive from Yonggwolsan Mountain.
Though Sunchang may be the birthplace of the South Korean favorite gochujang red pepper paste and is a foodie haven, this region has much to offer for those with other tastes.
While Boryeong may not sound familiar to you, it isn’t until you hear the name in context of its annual mud festival or Daecheon Beach, that it will start to ring a bell.
Hongdae is one of the great spots to dine out. The streets are filled with diverse eateries featuring not only Korean delicacies, but also other international cuisines.
Gimhae City will host a series of meat-tasting events at Bunseong Square in Dongsang-dong every Saturday from December 2nd to 16th, in collaboration with Dongsang Market Youth Mall.
The Romantic Lantern Festival, hosted at Sandulsori Arboretum in Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do near Seoul, invites visitors to immerse themselves in a captivating play of light.
Korea is aglow this season with lighting festivals across the nation, but the Lighting Festival at the Garden of Morning Calm in Gyeonggi province is one you might not want to miss.