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Yunjungno (Cheonggyecheon Avenue)

Yunjungno runs alongside Cheonggyecheon stream in the heart of Seoul. This rehabilitated pedestrian promenade on a former elevated highway offers verdant banks, footbridges and nighttime lights between Gwanghwamun and Dongdaemun.

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Tapsa Temple (Maisan Provincial Park)

At the heart of Maisan Provincial Park, Tapsa Temple houses around a hundred stone pagodas erected without mortar by a solitary hermit. A singular Buddhist site within an hour of Jeonju.

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Mount Taehwa (태화산)

Mount Taehwa, in North Chungcheong Province near Chungju, captivates with its colorful autumn forests, accessible trails, and small Buddhist sanctuaries set in a calm, unspoiled landscape.

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Ssanggyesa Temple

Founded in the 8th century on the slopes of Mount Jiri, Ssanggyesa Temple is one of Korea's oldest. Its cherry blossom-lined avenue in spring and its pagoda—designated a national treasure—make it a major stop in South Korea.

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Sobaeksan National Park

Wooded ridges, royal azaleas in May, and the thirteen-century-old Buseoksa Temple: Sobaeksan National Park offers an immersion into Korean mountain terrain, nestled between Danyang and Yeongju, without the crowds of larger parks.

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Chilsimni Park in Seogwipo (Chilsimni Park)

Chilsimni Park stretches along the volcanic waterfront of Seogwipo, on the south coast of Jeju. Basaltic cliffs, subtropical vegetation and views of nearby islets make it a coastal walk not to be missed.

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Samsung D'light

Samsung's free experiential showroom in Seoul, Samsung D'light offers interactive demonstrations, giant screens and a glimpse of future technologies in the Seocho district.

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Igidae Park

A rocky peninsula in southeast Busan, Igidae Park offers a coastal trail hugging volcanic cliffs with views of the Oryukdo islets — an unspoiled natural space just kilometers from downtown.

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Yongdusan Park

Perched on a hillside in Jung-gu, Yongdusan Park brings together Busan Tower, historic statues and sweeping views over the harbor. Easy access from Nampo metro station.

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Yeouido

An island on the Han at the heart of Seoul, Yeouido brings together the capital's most-visited cherry blossom park, the river's landscaped banks and Korea's financial hub. A must-see in spring.

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Yakcheonsa Temple

Yakcheonsa temple, located in Seogwipo on Jeju Island in South Korea, is one of the largest Buddhist temples in the country. Spectacular murals, a pagoda and a pine forest make it a truly distinctive site.

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War Memorial of Korea (Musée de la Guerre de Corée)

The War Memorial of Korea spans two millennia of Korean military history, from antiquity through the Korean War. Free admission, open-air grounds with full-scale equipment, and immersive indoor galleries in Yongsan, Seoul.

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Tumuli Park (Daereungwon)

In the heart of Gyeongju, Tumuli Park brings together roughly twenty royal burial mounds from the Silla Kingdom (4th–6th centuries), inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Only one mound, Cheonmachong, is open for interior exploration.

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Taejongdae Park

At the southern tip of Yeongdo Island, Taejongdae Park combines granite cliffs, dense forest and a historic lighthouse overlooking the Korea Strait. A 4 km coastal loop, also accessible by small train, showcasing Busan's most striking natural vistas.

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Suncheon Bay Wetland Reserve

A Ramsar-listed wetland and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Suncheon Bay stretches its reedy marshes and mudflats along South Korea's southern coast. An intact natural site, particularly spectacular in autumn during bird migration season.

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Songgwangsa Temple

Founded in the 9th century within Jogyesan National Park, Songgwangsa is one of the three pillars of Korean Buddhism. An active monastic community, classical wooden architecture, and a renowned templestay program make it an essential spiritual destination.

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Sinheungsa Temple

Founded in the 7th century, Sinheungsa Temple stands at the heart of Seoraksan National Park. Traditional architecture, a monumental bronze Buddha statue, and mountain trails make it a major stop near Sokcho.

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War Memorial of Korea

The War Memorial of Korea in Yongsan traces Korean military history from antiquity to the present day. Free admission, an esplanade of outdoor equipment, and six permanent galleries make this site one of Asia's most comprehensive military museums.

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