Dongdaemun Market

Dongdaemun Market has been one of the major markets in Korea since its opening in 1905. It is the perfect place to look for wholesale clothing. The market has grown wide and large. There are about 20 shopping malls in the Dongdaemun Market so that you can find there are a lot of choices and range of prices. A full range of fashion items can be found Dongdaemun Market at reasonable price. Just say what you want and you will find it immediately. However, the market is always crowded with tourists, retailers, customers and foreigners. So you must be quick to find your stuff there. Dongdaemun Market is divided into different sections. And I am here to give you information about those sections.

National Folk Museum of Korea

Learning historical aspects from South Korea visitation is a wise thing to spend your valuable time with your family. Visiting National Folk Museum of Korea is a great starting. It is located inside the Gyeongbokgung Palace. The National Folk Museum of Korea presents about 4,000 historical artifacts that were used by ordinary Korean people in the past time. Here you can find the real culture of previous domestic and agricultural lifestyles. Moreover, you will be able to learn about Korea’s cultural beliefs.

Gyeongbokgung Palace

If you are looking for the most beautiful palace of South Korea, it would be Gyeongbokgung Palace. It was built in 1395, and also referred to as the “Northern Palace” since the location of this site is the furthest north compared to the neighboring palaces of Changdeokgung (eastern palace)  and Gyeongheegung (Western palace). The Gyeongbokgung Palace is indeed the most beautiful palaces amongst them.

Though the premises were destroyed by the fire during the Imjinwaeran War (Japanese invasion, 1592-1598), the palace’s 7,700 rooms are remain restored and you can enjoy the beauty of its heritage now.

So, bring your camera out and take as many pictures as you can to have such a nice memorable moments with your family.

Everland – South Korea Destination

   
   
Everland was opened publicly in 1976 as the first family park in Korea. It was originally named “Yongin Jayeon Nongwon”. However, to grab more international attractive tourists, the company change its name to “Everland” to make the name more recognizable and easier to remember. The park is the house of the 40 heart-pounding rides and attraction. There is “Safari World” that promotes incredible white tigers, tigers, lions and bears. While if you are up to herbivore animals, there is “Herbivore Safari” that opened in April 2010, showing the visitors he giraffes, elephants and ostriches.

Namiseom Island

The construction of the Cheongpyeong Dam result on what we call it as Namiseom Island. It is a half moon shaped (462,809m2) isle. Namiseom Island name taken from the General Nami, who led their troopers to win the battles against the rebels in the 13th year of the 7th king of Joseon Dynasty, King Sejo.