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Mokpo korean old town best tourist attractions
Posted by in Uncategorized on February 7, 2010
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
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Gwangju Korea Nightlife Tourist Attractions
Posted by in Uncategorized on February 5, 2010
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 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
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Suwon Hwaseong Fortress tourist attractions
Posted by in Uncategorized on February 2, 2010
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 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
