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GHOST Festival (Gyeonggi Hallyu OST Festival) (GHOST(경기 한류 OST) 페스티벌)

The Gyeonggi Hallyu OST Music Festival, or the GHOST Festival, is Korea’s first festival dedicated to original soundtracks. It brings together the memorable music of K-dramas, films, and animation alongside performances by renowned K-pop artists. The festival unfolds across a series of themed programs including romance, science fiction, and fantasy. Each day presents a rich spectrum of performances, from lyrical ballads and dynamic band music to grand orchestral compositions. Accompanied by large-scale media art and immersive stage production, the festival offers visitors a cinematic experience, allowing them to feel as though they have stepped into the world of a film. In addition to the performances, visitors can enjoy a wide range of activities such as K-content experiences, Hallyu cultural programs, diverse culinary offerings, and camping facilities. These elements come together to create a vibrant cultural destination where visitors of all ages, including families, friends, and couples, can spend a full day enjoying the festival.

Sol Beach Samcheok Ocean Play (쏠비치 삼척 오션플레이)

Sol Beach Samcheok Ocean Play is a water park in the Yeongdong region, offering views of the blue East Sea alongside a range of water activities. Open year-round, the facility is divided into indoor and outdoor zones. The outdoor zone includes Waterplex, a family pool, body slides, an extreme river, and an infinity pool. The indoor zone features an aqua pool, bade pool, and kids pool, providing facilities suitable for all ages.

Jincheongyujeom (진청유점)

Jincheongyujeom is a seasonal Korean restaurant tucked into the alleys of Yeonnam-dong in Mapo-gu, Seoul. The kitchen uses freshly pressed sesame and perilla oils prepared in-house each day, adding depth and aroma to its dishes. Signature items include buckwheat noodles with perilla oil, bibimbap, brisket soup, ssambap (leaf wraps and rice) with beef soybean paste, grilled mackerel with fern risotto, hanu (Korean beef) tartare with seaweed gimbap, and smoked beef short ribs. Popular sides include pollock roe potato pancakes, chilled sliced pork, and olbanggae muk salad (arrowroot starch jelly salad). Bottled sesame and perilla oils (200 ml) are also available for purchase, individually or as sets. The menu is available in multiple languages and includes vegan and gluten-free options. Corkage is available. The restaurant is about an 8–10 minute walk from Exit 3 of Hongik University Station.

WA YU JAE (와유재)

WA YU JAE in Seoul is a storytelling souvenir shop that curates design products inspired by traditional Korean culture and shares the stories behind them. More than just a retail space, it introduces Korean culture in an accessible way for international visitors, positioning itself as a place where travelers can linger and engage, much like a destination in its own right. Alongside a carefully selected range of products that reflect Korea’s cultural heritage, WA YU JAE actively communicates the narratives behind each item through its store displays and social media. The shop also offers a variety of programs that invite visitors to experience Korean traditions firsthand, including cultural interpretation sessions and traditional tea experiences.

Sono Felice Village Vivaldi Park (소노펠리체 빌리지 비발디파크)

Sono Felice Village evokes the grandeur of a private mansion, offering spacious large-unit accommodations ideal for guests seeking a truly private and relaxing retreat. Located within a resort that features the Sono Felice CC EAST Course and an equestrian club, it provides a variety of on-site activities to enjoy. An infinity pool overlooking the natural landscape allows guests to take in the tranquil scenery that changes with the seasons. With a wide range of facilities available, it is an excellent choice for families looking to spend quality time together.

10y Ground (10년후그라운드)

10y Ground, also known as 10 Years Later Ground, was originally built in 1969 as a church and gymnasium. It was later transformed into Eunseong Kindergarten in 1975. For over 50 years, it has served as a learning space that nurtured countless dreamers, preserving layers of memories and history across generations. Now reimagined as a village concierge in Yangnim-dong, the space offers a range of unique, locally rooted experiences found only in the area. It brings together diverse knowledge-based services, including education, community, and publishing, as well as food experiences that introduce new lifestyles. A variety of cultural and artistic programs are also available to enrich everyday life. 10y Ground hosts events and gatherings, operates docent tours and hands-on art programs, and features a curated selection of local goods. Signature beverages, including the 1890 Vienna latte and a classic Americano, are also available.

Sono Felice CC Vivaldi Park WEST (소노펠리체CC 비발디파크 WEST)

Sono Felice CC Vivaldi Park WEST is a golf course featuring two distinct layouts: the OUT Course, where players can enjoy views of Yongmunsan Mountain in Hongcheon, and the IN Course, designed with a modern style reminiscent of North American courses. Situated at an elevation of 500 meters, the course spans a vast natural setting of approximately 11.2 million square meters, offering a golfing environment where natural beauty and carefully designed elements are harmoniously balanced.