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Gangbuk Baengmaek Festival (강북 백맥축제)

The Baengmaek Festival, which has grown into a representative event of Gangbuk-gu since 2023, aims to help transform Uicheon Stream into a permanent night market and a cultural space centered along the stream. In line with Seoul’s efforts to develop attractions nearby the stream, the festival highlights the area’s scenic waterfront as its main venue. Bringing together local businesses and young entrepreneurs, the festival creates a welcoming space for people of all ages. Rather than focusing on big-name performers, it features a variety of busking acts and performances by local artists, encouraging community participation. It also expands opportunities for small businesses by offering spaces for traditional market foods and craft beer, helping vendors reach new customers.

Beaulounge (뷰라운지)

Beaulounge, located within Suseong University, provides premium aesthetic and professional skin care services. Customized treatment solutions are offered based on data obtained through smart technology, which diagnoses and analyzes customers' skin and scalp conditions. The skin care program includes multi-care, anti-aging care, brightening care, hormone care, balance care, and moisture care to help customers get healthy and younger-looking skin. Head spa services promote blood circulation in the scalp area and relax the muscles to support lymphatic flow. This helps clear toxins and waste from the scalp, nourishing it and enhancing health and elasticity for both the scalp and skin. The body care service includes relaxing, slimming, and detox therapies.Beaulounge, a place for professional premium skincare, is a new type of tourist destination that promotes the excellence of K-beauty and has helped the beauty industry develop into a tourism resource. Additionally, the facility collaborates with the Korea Tourism Organization, the Daegu Medical Tourism Development Institute, and the Medi Beauty Leader Center of Suseong University to provide special interest tourism and beauty/wellness tourism to foreigners. Beaulounge also introduces beauty products made by companies in Daegu, targeting general customers as well as overseas tourists. As a result, Beaulounge was designated as an excellent wellness tourist destination by the Korea Tourism Organization in 2022.

Bomun Galbi (보문갈비)

Beomun Galbi is a Korean restaurant specializing in charcoal-grilled ribs and Hamheung-style cold buckwheat noodles, located directly opposite Gyeongju World in the Beomun Tourist Complex. Run by owner-chef Min Sol, it serves house-made marinated pork ribs, hanu (Korean beef) ribs, homemade cold buckwheat noodles, and galbi soup. The restaurant offers a selection of complimentary side dishes, including hanu yukhoe (beef tartare), steamed egg, grilled deodeok, and house-made pickles, along with parking for over 100 vehicles. With spacious seating across two floors, it is well-suited for families and groups and is conveniently located near major attractions and accommodations such as Beomunho Lake, Hilton Gyeongju, and the Hwaebak Convention Center.

Seodong Miro Market (서동미로시장)

Seodong Miro Market, located in Geumjeong-gu, Busan, derives its name from its maze-like layout. The area encompasses three markets: Seodong Market, Seodong Local Market, and Seodong Traditional Alley Market. The three markets are collectively designated as a cultural tourism market. The market represents a modern interpretation of a traditional market, combining conventional market functions with cultural and artistic elements such as creative spaces and educational programs. Established in June 2012, the Seodong Art Creation Space features a multi-purpose room, exhibition hall, artist studios, classrooms, a small library, a rooftop rest area, and an outdoor performance venue, arranged across two above-ground floors and one basement level.

RYSE, Autograph Collection (라이즈오토그래프컬렉션)

RYSE, Autograph Collection is the first Autograph Collection brand hotel by Marriott International in Korea, opened in April 2018, embodying the dynamic energy and artistic sensibility of Hongdae. This modern 20-story building is conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from Exit 9 of Hongdae Station, offering easy access to both shopping and cultural attractions. The hotel features 272 rooms with stylish, design-forward interiors that provide a creative retreat. On the 4th floor, the restaurant “Char” offers a refined contemporary Korean fusion dining experience. Additional amenities include the “Side Note Club” rooftop bar on the 15th floor, a 24-hour fitness center, and meeting rooms, making it a well-rounded destination for both business and diverse lifestyle experiences.

OAR Contemporary Art Museum (오아르미술관)

OAR Contemporary Art Museum, meaning “Beauty Encountered Today,” is a private art museum in Gyeongju that brings together traditional Korean art and contemporary works from around the world that have been collected since 2005. Located near Daereungwon Ancient Tomb Complex, it offers a unique cultural setting where the city’s rich heritage meets modern artistic expression. Through a diverse range of exhibitions, programs, and events, the museum provides an accessible and engaging space for visitors to experience art. As a growing cultural landmark, OAR Contemporary Art Museum invites everyone to explore creativity in a setting that reflects the timeless charm of Gyeongju.

Busan Sports Complex Sajik Baseball Ground (부산사직종합운동장 사직야구장)

Located within the Busan Sports Complex, Busan Sajik Baseball Ground was completed in October 1985 and has served as the home stadium of the Lotte Giants since 1986. The stadium was managed by Busan Metropolitan City until 2008, when its management was transferred to the Lotte Giants. Originally designed as a multipurpose venue for sports such as baseball, soccer, and rugby, the stadium is now used exclusively for baseball games. Official merchandise shops are located within the complex near the main entrance and plaza area. On home game days, additional pop-up stores are also open, offering a variety of baseball-related merchandise.