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Zipline Mungyeong (짚라인 문경)

33108 2020-08-03

174, Buljeong-gil, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-1588-5219

Zipline Korea built a zip-line facility in Buljeong Recreational Forest in Mungyeong, Gyeongsangbuk-do under strict supervision and design by professional engineers after going through several years overseas field survey. The zipline is the first in Korea as well as in Asia. Visitors can enjoy the zipline regardless of weather conditions all year around. Take part in this internationally popular eco adventure to get rid of your stress.

Maryang Port (마량항)

3929 2020-08-03

157, Mihang-ro, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-430-3262

Maryang Port, the southermost point in Gangjin-gun, is an outstanding location for sea fishing. The port area offers various accommodation options, including camping, and is the site of a national fishing competition. The fish caught here are considered the highest quality.

Suyeongman Bay Yachting Center (수영만 요트경기장)

28467 2020-07-29

84, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-741-6440

Suyeongman Bay Yachting Center is located between Gwangalli and Haeundae beaches and was built in 1986 as an international scale stadium, used during the ‘86 Asian Games and the ‘88 Seoul Olympics. It is able to anchor 448 yachts, and it has the proper natural environment for yachting so as to be the venue of various domestic and international yacht contests, becoming a popular site for lovers of yachting and ocean sports.

Amenities include training facilities for yachting as well as windsurfing and submarines, as well as a large parking lot and commemorative monuments.

Konjiam Resort (곤지암리조트 스키장)

89536 2020-07-29

278, Docheogwit-ro, Gwangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-1661- 8787

Konjiam Resort is 4 kilometers and 40 minutes away from Gonjiam IC and Gangnam respectively, which is the most attractive feature of this ski resort. It is comprised of large-scale ski slopes, condominiums, a spa, botanical garden and other subsidiary facilities as a multi-complex premium resort.
Its slopes are designed widely for beginner, intermediate-skiers, and snowboarders. In particular, three lifts connecting to the top of the ski slopes as well as a 1.8 kilometers-long slope for beginners and intermediate skiers are loved by visitors. To hold an international competition, the resort worked hard to earn certificates from International Ski Federation (FIS) for four slopes out of nine total.

Designed by WAT&G (Wimberly Allison Tong & Goo), recognized as an excellent resort design corporation planning Las Vegas Ceasars Palace (America), The Palace of the Lost City, and Jeju Lotte Hotel, Konjiam Resort features an exotic ambience in the North American style. Guests can enjoy ecological streams through the resort complex and botanical gardens (160,000 ㎡), a Destination Spa, the first in Korea, and a water zone for a special experience.

Deogyusan Resort Sledding Hills (무주덕유산리조트 썰매장)

9146 2020-07-28

185, Manseon-ro, Muju-gun, Jeollabuk-do
+82-63-320-7336

Deogyusan Resort is a representative mountain resort in Korea, located within Deogyusan National Park. Blending harmoniously with nature, visitors can take in the nature as well as enjoy art and health. The resort is located on the foothill of Deogyusan Mountain, near the famous Gucheondong Valley.

Jisan Forest Ski Resort (지산 포레스트 리조트 스키장)

158606 2020-07-23

267, Jisan-ro, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-644-1200

Jisan Forest Resort, which opened in December 1996, makes for the perfect one-day trip from Seoul. It is located only forty minutes from the capital and is covered with beautiful white pines.

The ski slopes were developed to be environmentally-friendly, making it popular attractions for the locals. With the latest snow removal machine, the drive from Seoul is safer, letting more people come to the resort at night to enjoy night skiing. For those with family, the beginner courses makes it easy to learn how to ski and snowboard.

Furthermore, Icheon ceramics complex is a mere 15 minutes away, offering a variety of sights to see and ceramicware experience programs to enjoy. Everland Amusement park and a hot springs complex are also located very close by.

Geumnyeonsan Youth Training Institute (부산광역시 금련산청소년수련원)

10017 2020-07-22

156, Hwangnyeongsan-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-625-0709

Located on Geumnyeonsan Mountain in the heart of Busan, Geumnyeonsan Youth Training Institute is a youth center managed directly by Busan Metropolitan City. Surrounded by a wonderful natural landscape, the institute also functions as a place to relax for the general public. Its main facilities include a youth campground, dormitories, an astronomy observatory, auditorium, and fitness center. There is also a promenade and a wisteria-lined path, so the institute is a place of both learning and relaxation.

Seoul Sports Complex (Jamsil Sports Complex) (서울종합운동장(잠실종합운동장))

106368 2020-07-22

25, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2240-8800

Situated in Jamsil-dong, the Seoul Sports Complex was completed in December 1976. Seoul Olympic Stadium, the centerpiece of the Seoul Sports Complex (also called Jamsil Sports Complex) is surrounded by a housing complex for athletes, Jamsil Apartment Complex, Hangang River, and Tancheon Stream. Olympic Park is located 3.5 kilometers southeast from the stadium.

The complex is connected through a passageway from Sports Complex Station on Seoul Subway Lines 2 and 9, allowing easy access for the public. The complex is also home to a baseball stadium, two swimming centers, an indoor sports facility, a supplementary track field, and an indoor sports facility for students. The large park frequently serves as a venue for outdoor banquets and events.

In addition to regular sports events, Seoul Olympic Stadium has hosted some of the biggest global sporting events including the 10th Asian Games and the Seoul Olympic Games. Naturally, it has attracted millions of tourists for its significance.

Yeosu Ocean Railbike (여수해양레일바이크)

13878 2020-07-14

187, Mangyang-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-652-7882

Yeosu Ocean Railbike is comprised of a 3.5-kilometer-long open track that follows the rocky coast of Yeosu. The track takes passengers along the coastal line through the open air and a tunnel course at a leisurely pace. The track and railbikes are designed to please the eyes of passengers as well as ensure safety and comfort.

Dokdo Island Observatory Cable Car (독도전망대 케이블카)

11385 2020-07-09

Dodong-ri, Ulleung-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-790-6427

The Dokdo Island Observatory Cable Car, from which one can get a bird's eye view of Ulleungdo Island, is a must-see tourist attraction. Located inside the Dodong Yaksu Park, the cable car takes visitors up to Manghyangbong Peak. When the sky is really clear (about 50 days a year), you can see as far as Dokdo Island that is located 92 kilometers away. This is also the first place to view the rising sun in Ulleungdo Island.

Lotte World Indoor Ice Skating Rink (롯데월드 아이스링크 (실내))

71997 2020-07-22

240, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-1661-2000

Lotte World Indoor Ice Skating Rink, located on B3 of Lotte World, is an indoor ice skating rink that is open all year round. Its modern interior design is in harmony with the surrounding facilities, offering a pleasant environment enjoyable with friends and loved ones. Despite its location underground, natural light pours in from the glass dome roof of Lotte World Adventure, giving a feel of outdoor skating. The skating rink is surrounded by 400 spectator seats where visitors can relax. The skating rink also has a variety of restaurants and a game arcade to enjoy when taking a break from skating.

Gapyeong Sledding Hills (가평사계절썰매장)

19799 2020-07-14

5-20, Gitdaebong-gil, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-8078-8048

Located in Deokhyeon-ri, Sang-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do, Gapyeong Sledding Hills is close to Jojongcheon Stream and clean valleys. It operates water sledding hills during summer and ice sledding hills during winter to give a fun experience to children. Spanning the area of 9,780㎡, it is comprised of varied slopes, moving walkways, snack bar, restaurant, resting area, changing room, shower facility, outdoor swimming pool for children and adults, shaded shelter and other subsidiary facilities. It is the sole leisure experience area for families located in the metropolitan area.

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