Korea Tour Info

Uljin Hyeonjongsan Wind Farm (울진현종산풍력발전소) - Homepage : - Tel : This eco-friendly power plant generates electric energy using wind turbines installed on Hyeonjongsan Mountain, an area previously affected by forest fires. It has also become a favored destination for social media enthusiasts, offering photo opportunities with the ocean, mountainous terrain, and the striking silhouette of a large propeller. The journey to the power plant features picturesque views along the Hyeonjongsan Mountain road. A short walk from the parking area leads to several operational wind turbines. Additionally, the site has various photo zones, including vibrant pinwheels and rainbow-colored blocks, providing an appealing backdrop for photographs. - Address : San 174-2 Samsan-ri, Giseong-myeon, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do ※ Introduction Information - Ccapacity : - Experienceable age : - Inquiries and Guides +82-54-787-3300 - Open date : - Parking : Available - Rest date : N/A (Open all year round)...

Gamaksan Wind Farm (감악산 풍력발전단지) - Homepage : www.geochang.go.kr - Tel : Gamaksan Wind Farm is a wind power complex located near the summit of Gamaksan Mountain in Geochang. The site, once a barren land, has been transformed into a flower garden with the planting of flowers such as Mother Chrysanthemum, Aster, Siberian Chrysanthemum, and Sliver Grass. It offers a panoramic view of Geochang-eup and Hapcheonho Lake. There are photo zones scattered throughout, providing excellent opportunities for photography. One of the main events is the Flower & Star Festival held in October. Visitors can enjoy vibrant purple asters and participate in programs like forest ecology experience and aromatherapy. - Address : San 57 Deoksan-ri, Sinwon-myeon, Geochang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do ※ Introduction Information - Ccapacity : - Experienceable age : - Experience guide : [Flower & Star Festival] Forest ecology experience, aromatherapy, hammock healing - Inquiries and Guides +82-55-940-8227 -...

Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) Art Center (한전아트센터 공연장) - Homepage : cyber.kepco.co.kr (Korean, English) - Tel : The KEPCO Art Center is a cultural complex that provides opportunities to experience a diverse range of arts and culture. The Grand Theater's performances range from musicals and operas to classical and pop music. It offers excellent works that have undergone a rigorous selection process. The center's gallery, electricity museum and sports club are all located in one space, offering a one-stop exploration.  - Address : 60, Hyoryeong-ro 72-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul ※ Introduction Information - Ccapacity : 999 seats - Inquiries and Guides • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-2105-8133 - Parking : Available - Parking fee : For theatre patrons: 4,000 won for 6 hrs - Rest date : Mondays - Use fee : Varies by program - Use time : Varies by program - Scale : Land area: 26,300 ㎡ Building size: 79,403...

Guryongpo Japanese House Street (구룡포 일본인 가옥거리) - Homepage : www.pohang.go.kr - Tel : Guryongpo Japanese House Street is where the Japanese who came to Joseon lived after the Joseon-Japan Trade Treaty was signed between Joseon and Japan in 1883. Over time, the Japanese grew power over the fishing industry in the East Sea while restricting Joseon's fishing rights. To remember the past pains and events, the city of Pohang preserved 47 wooden Japanese-style houses from the time and named the area "Guryongpo Japanese House Street." It is now a tourist attraction where people can see the traces of Japanese lifestyle during the Joseon period and how the poeple of Joeseon braced the Japanese colonial period. It also attracts many K-drama fans as the area served as the main filming location of the drama "When the Camellia Blooms (2019)."  The scenery seen from the park steps received a Korea Landscape Award because of the fishing village, which can be seen at a glance,...

Paroho Lake (Yanggu) (파로호(양구)) - Homepage : www.ygtour.kr - Tel : +82-33-480-2531 Paroho Lake is a manmade lake that was completed in 1943. The lake was created due to the construction of a hydraulic power plant in Hwacheon during Japanese colonial period. The name was given after President Syngman Rhee designated a plaque in his own handwriting naming the body of water ‘Paroho Lake’ during the Korean War after a victorious feat in a battle against the Chinese army. The power plant has a generation capacity of 105,000 kilowatts, and the lake is one of the top fishing grounds in Korea as it is abundant in freshwater fish. The area boasts several splendid views and a former president built his country home on the lake. Relics from the Stone Age and New Stone Age were found to be well preserved in the area. Twenty-one dolmens were found on the lake grounds, as well as 4,000 pieces of Prehistoric relics used during Paleolithic age, drawing interest from the academic field. Recently, habi...

Hybe Insight (하이브 인사이트) - Homepage : hybeinsight.com - Tel : +82-2-2135-5057 Located in Yongsan, Hybe Insight is a space where people can share the power of music through communication. Basement floor 2 provides five different areas where music can be interpret in different ways, while basement floor 1 provides a space to enjoy music in a whole new level.   - Address : 42, Hangang-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul (한강로3가) ※ Introduction Information - Ccapacity : - Inquiries and Guides • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-2135-5057 - Parking : - Parking fee : - Rest date : Mondays (Open during public holidays) - Use fee : Admission: 22,000 won Admission + Photo ticket: 25,000 won - Use time : 11:00-21:00 (Last admisison 19:00) - Scale : - Touring Time : This work was created by the Korea Tourism Organization for 22 years and opened as the first type of public Nuri. You can download it for free from the Korea Tourism...

Jangamsan Paragliding Field (장암산 활공장) - Tel : +82-33-332-2625 Paragliding is controlled by the power of body weight. Hang gliding and paragliding are both included in manpowered gliders, which refers to gliders weighing less than 50 kilograms in dead weight. Paragliding has the shortest history among air sports, but is the most popular manpower glider. Anyone can enjoy paragliding and after a 3 to 4-hour training course, participants can take off from a 50 meter steep hill. The total weight of the glide is just 10 kilograms, light enough to carry on one’s back, and carries very little danger if riders follow proper precautions. Jangamsan Paragliding Field is located near Pyeongchang and the mountain is mainly comprised of stones, making it possible for people to enjoy a real thermal flight experience. The field is suitable for families who wish to enjoy camping with paragliding. The landing field is situated along the Pyeongchanggang River, which is also available for swimming after ...

Hanhwa Aqua Planet Yeosu (아쿠아플라넷 여수) - Homepage : www.aquaplanet.co.kr - Tel : +82-61-660-1111 Hanhwa Aqua Planet Yeosu is the second largest aquarium in Korea and the first to be built entirely aboveground. Opened in 2012 with the Yeosu World Expo, the aquarium is an environmentally friendly building, using solar power for most of its energy use. The aquarium is divided into different sections such as Ocean Life, Marine Life, and Aqua Forest, as well as a hands-on experience zone. There are approximately 55,000 marine animals of about 300 species including rare animals such as beluga (white whale) and baikal seal living in the aquarium. - Address : 61-11, Odongdo-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do ※ Introduction Information - Ccapacity : 1,400 people - Inquiries and Guides • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-61-660-1111 - Parking : Available (Expo Ocean Park Parking Lot) * No parking allowed within Aqua Planet Yeosu building co...