Since the establishment in 1986, the '1986 Asian Games ' and '1988 Olympic Games' were held in Busan Yachting Regatta Course.Spacious mooring to accommodate 1,360 boats and natural conditions appropriate for yachting draw plenty of yachtsmen here to hold international or national yachting races.In a

Authentic International FoodIf you’re thinking of international food, most people would suggest Itaewon in Seoul. However, throughout the years, Itaewon has slowly turned into a place where the locals head to in order to find exotic cuisines, where people go to meet foreigners and party till late. E

The Cosmetics & Beauty Expo, Osong Korea 2019 held its opening ceremony on the first floor of Osong Station on October 22 at 3:00 pm.The opening ceremony started with celebrity’s runway shows under the theme of “K-beauty colors the world”, followed by a tour of exhibition halls, relay greetings by o

By Park Hye Ri and Lee JihaePhotos = Cheong Wa Dae SarangchaeForeign visitors to Seoul from later this month can go on a walking tour along Cheonggyecheon Stream to Cheong Wa Dae Sarangchae, an exhibition at the presidential office featuring Korean culture and information on former presidents.The Ko

By Kim MinjiA concert featuring giants in traditional Korean music and globally renowned Chinese American cellist Yo-Yo Ma was held on Sept. 9 at the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) to wish for peace between the two Koreas.Marking the first anniversary of the Pyeongyang Declaration signed last year by the

Songwoldong Donghwa Village is literally “donghwa,” a fairy-tales town. The whole town is full of themes from fairy-tales. A big rainbow-board reads “Songwoldong Donghwa Village” welcomes visitors at the entrance. Take the left-side alley, where the village begins. Numerous main characters in fairy

What is it that you can find only in traditional Korean markets, not in mega supermarkets or department stores? A bunch of freebies and extras that merchants give out of kindness. Let us immerse ourselves in the attraction of traditional markets, big and small, in Incheon, where you can expect a lot

At the time of opening port, Incheon is a gate to influx of modern culture. Many missionaries came to Korea through Jemulpo port and thanks to their missionary works, religions spread across the nation. Incheon, as a pilgrimage, has become an often-trotted destination for religious people. Nae-dong

Seoul and Tokyo should settle their ongoing trade and diplomatic dispute through dialogue and cooperation.That was the message delivered by Korea's vice foreign minister Lee Tae-ho, who spoke at a cultural exchange festival between South Korea and Japan on Sunday.During his commemoration speech, he

By Jung Joo-ri and Kim HwayaA subway pass for foreign visitors in Seoul will offer from December unlimited rides in the capital. Seoul Transportation Corp. aka Seoul Metro on Aug. 29 announced that unlimited subway access will be added to the Discover Seoul Pass, which offers free admission to popul

For more information, please visit Chuncheon City Tour Official Website: http://romantic.chuncheon.go.kr/portal/E40000/E40300/html Information courtesy of Chucheon City

By Park Hye Ri and Lee Jihae Photos = Korea Tourism OrganizationThe Bangtan Tour, highlighting photo taking at places featured in the music videos and album covers of the K-pop supergroup Bangtan Boys (BTS), has seen rising popularity among foreign visitors to Korea.The Korea Tourism Organization (K

By Kang Gahui and Kim HwayaPhotos = At9 FilmSeoul | July 24, 2019A feature-length documentary on the late Kim Bok-dong (1926-2019), a human rights and peace activist who was forced to provide sex to the imperial Japanese army, will be released on Aug. 8.Titled "My Name Is Kim Bok-dong," the film cov

By Kang Gahui and Kim Hwaya Geunjeongjeon Hall, the largest hall at Seoul's Gyeongbokgung Palace housing the Joseon Dynasty king's throne, will be opened to the public this month for a limited time.Designated National Treasure No. 223, the hall is considered to have the essence of the architecture o

Tomatoes are not just healthy, they can also be fun At the annual Dunnae Highland Tomato Festival, you can squash and trample all the tomatoes you want.The main event of the festival is the giant tomato pool which has been doubled in size for this year's festival. People of all ages can enjoy the un

The educational institution of the Joseon Dynasty known as "Seowon, Korean Neo-Confucian Academies," has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.The 43rd World Heritage Committee (June 30th-July 10th) held in Baku, Azerbaijan has made the final decision to inscribe Korea's seowon on the Worl

Do you want to feel the essence of e-Sports?An experiential program provides a special experience to e-Sport fans all over the world by introducing renowned pro gamers and popular games, Visitors can tour around the Hall of Fame to see the history of e-Sports and watch live e-Sports match in the cou

Daejeon City Tour Operating Period: From February to December (2019) Departure: Boarding is required 10 minutes before departure at Daejeon Station(West Area). Fee: Middle Schooler · over age 12 : 4,000 won/ One Day Tour(Adult): 8,000 won / Elementary Schooler · Senior: 3,000 won * Discount - KTX Tr

Seoul, the capital of the Republic of Korea, is itself an important part of Korea’s cultural heritage and the most popular attraction among overseas visitors to Korea. Although it is now one of the very largest modern metropolises in the world, its downtown area is enclosed by historic walls that we