Korea Places to Visit

Damyang Resort Spa (담양리조트 온천)

202, Geumseongsanseong-gil, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do

Damyang Resort is a large resort complex comprised of a hotel, spa, arboretum, and event plaza. The spa is spread over a ground floor and basement floor, with both men's and women's pools, as well as many event pools and an open-air hot spring. Additional facilities include a jjimjilbang (Korean-style sauna), skincare center, and massage center. The hot springs use water with a mix of 20 minerals, including germanium, strontium, sulfuric ions, calcium, and lithium. The mineral mix helps soothe skin, relieve stress, and improve blood circulation to prevent many diseases and ailments.

Damyang Safety Experience Training Center (KOSHA) (담양 안전체험장(안전보건공단))

219 Byeongmok-ro, Geumseong-myeon, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do

Damyang Safety Experience Training Center offers programs to raise safety awareness by providing hands-on experiences of accidents that can occur in daily life. There are around 36 experience programs with a focus on the prevention of accidents such as fire, entrapment, and electric shock, as well as first aid. The VR zone at the center offers a vivid experience of various accidents and accident prevention measures, making the training more engaging. The educational programs are available for people of all ages.

Damyangho Lake (담양호)

Geumseongsanseong-gil, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do

Damyangho Lake is a man-made lake, created in 1976 with the construction of a dam on Yeongsangang River. The lake is set at the base of the picturesque Chuwolsan and Geumseongsan Mountains, and its crystal clear water is the habitat of many different freshwater fish species including pond smelt, catfish, snakehead, carp and leather carp. With Damyangho Lake at the center, the area is surrounded by Chuwolsan Tourism Area, Gamagol Youth Camping Grounds and Geumseong Mountain Fortress. The mountain’s lakeside road, which passes through a tunnel at the mid-section of the mountain, is a popular scenic driving road.

Damyeonjae (담연재)

76-3 , Hahoejongga-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Damyeonjae is a hanok accommodation located in Hahoe Village, Andong. It was built in the 1980s but faithfully implemented the appearance of a traditional hanok. The chimney rising behind the yard and the tiles which line the roof are excellent enough to be considered a cultural asset, and the wood used for the beams and the cheongmaru is also very luxurious. Uniquely, it was built in a 'c' shape with the gate and haengnangchae moved to the edge of the yard, rather than a square shape like the traditional hanok in the Gyeongsang region. Thanks to the open view to the south, the entire Andong Hahoe Village and Hwasan Mountain can be viewed from the yard. Damyeonjae is the home of Korean actor Ryu Si-won, and his is known to have spent his childhood here. In 1999, Queen Elizabeth II of England experienced Korean culture and received a 73rd birthday award here, making it even more famous. Damyeonjae is currently operated as a hanok stay where only one group can stay each day. The kitchen and bathroom are modernly decorated to add convenience.

Dan Kyung (단경)

99 , Hanji-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Standing on Hanji-gil in Jeonju Hanok Village, Jeollabuk-do, Dankyung is a hanok stay with a more-than 80 year history that now welcomes travellers to a comfortable and cozy space. There are five accommodations altogether - four rooms in the main building, plus an annexe which is rented as a whole house. The floors are of wood, creating a delicate scent in all the rooms. Across the yard is a gallery where guests can take tea or coffee while looking at the art works on its wall. From the gallery roof, there are fine views of Jeonju Hanok Village.

Danchonsewongotak / 단촌서원고택

103-10 , Buksanghari-gil, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Danchon Seowon Old House is an elegant hanok in Danyang, Chungcheongbuk-do. Guestrooms are named after flowers and blossoms, such as Mountain Peony, White Dandelion and Plum. Some rooms have antique furniture and pictures on the wall while others have exposed rafters and beams. Narcissus and Ocher are smaller and share a kitchen and bathroom; these are cheaper than the others. There’s a cafe in the yard, where visitors will hear music from the owner’s collection of vinyl LPs. There’s a pleasant walk to the village, and fine views of the stars at night. Danyang Gugyeong Market is 20 minutes away by car, and Suyangjaebit Tunnel is 8 minutes away.

Dancing Yangsangsoe: Guardian of the Pilbong Gut(춤추는 양상쇠)

전북특별자치도 임실군 강진면 강운로 272 Pilbong Cultural Village

Danggeun Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop](당근약국)

83, Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Danggeun Pharmacy is a community-friendly pharmacy brand that aims for friendly and vibrant services like a next-door neighbor. We strive to be a health guardian for local residents through accurate dispensing and devoted consultations that meticulously look into even small daily health issues.

Danggol Fishing Area (당골낚시터)

Jangan-ri, Jangan-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Danggol Fishing Area, a freshwater fishing spot situated along the tributaries of Namyangho Lake with a water depth of 2.5 meters, is an excellent location for fishing. It boasts a diverse range of fish species, including crucian carp and trout. The individual fishing spots are strategically spaced three meters apart, ensuring a comfortable environment for anglers to enjoy their experience without interference. The site is equipped with modern fishing platforms that include amenities such as air conditioning and electric heating, along with available bungalows.

Danghangpo Tourist Area Pension (당항포관광지 펜션)

1116 , Danghangman-ro, Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Danghangpo Tourist Site Pension is a two-story wooden house in Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do. Guestrooms are ondol-style and consist of a kitchen/living room, a sleeping room, a bathroom, and a terrace. You can cook in the kitchen, but please use the terrace for meat and seafood. Pension guests get a free pass to all Danghangpo Tourist Site facilities, which include a dinosaur footprint fossil hall, a hologram video hall, a botanic garden, and a turtle ship experience - all very popular with the children!

Dangjin Nanjido National Leisure Campground (당진난지도 국민여가캠핑장)

701 Nanjido-ri, Seongmun-myeon, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Dangjin Nanjido National Leisure Campground is a camping site located on the beautiful luxury island of Nanjido Island, which has a beach right in front of it. In Nanjido Island, visitors can experience tidal flat education and sea fishing, and it's a beautiful island to watch the sunset. Visitors need to take a passenger ship for about 20 minutes from Dobido Port in Dangjin.

Dangjin Sapgyoho Lake (당진 삽교호)

100 Sapgyocheon 3-gil, Sinpyeong-myeon, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Dangjin Sapgyoho Lake is a tourist destination where visitors can enjoy views of the Seohaedaegyo Bridge, the lake, and the sea all at once. Historically, it served as an important sea route to China, and now it functions as a tourist attraction with various facilities. There are plenty of attractions to enjoy, including a marine park utilizing retired naval ships, a marine-themed science museum, and an amusement park.

Dangling Piercing Common Ground Branch [Tax Refund Shop](댕글링피어싱 커먼그라운드점)

1F, 200, Achasan-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

Dangling Piercing is a jewelry brand specializing in piercings, highlighting unique designs and exquisite craftsmanship. Through a diverse lineup that makes customers' individuality stand out and using safe materials, it provides the joy of freely expressing one's own style.

Dangmeori Hamo Street (당머리하모거리)

29-1 Namsannam 1-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Among the various types of conger eel, chamjangeo is best known as hamo, the variety traditionally enjoyed as shabu-shabu. The term originates from Japan, where the eel earned its name for its tendency to bite aggressively. The conger eel is at its best from mid-April to late October, when it has fully built up nutrients in the clean waters of Korea’s southern coast. Due to its rich protein content, it is prepared in a wide variety of dishes, including shabu-shabu, salt-grilled eel, soybean paste–grilled eel, cold raw fish soup (mulhoe), and spicy gochujang-marinated grilled eel. Whole grilled hamo with soybean paste is considered a true delicacy among delicacies. Yeosu is a port city where eels are abundantly caught and eel dishes are especially popular. In summer, gaetjangeo dishes, particularly those made with hamo, are sold at around 50 restaurants. Although hamo is also available in other parts of Jeollanam-do, such as Goheung and Wando, Yeosu’s Hamo Street is the most famous. Hamo Street is a seaside alley lined with specialty restaurants serving hamo shabu-shabu and fresh sashimi. The Namsan Park nearby offers a pleasant place for a light walk after a meal.

Dangyeonggol Recreation Area (단경골 휴양지)

841 Dangyeong-ro, Gangdong-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Located in Dangyeonggol Valley, upstream of the Gunseongang River in Gangneung, Dangyeonggol Recreation Area boasts unique rock formations and stunning scenery. Its tranquil and serene atmosphere makes it a popular tourist destination in summer. In fall and winter, the valley is renowned for its vibrant fall foilage and picturesque snow-covered landscapes. The Dangyeonggol Recreation Area is situated 16 kilometers south of Gangneung Station.

Danha(단하)

39-7 Palpan-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

BLACKPINK's “HOW YOU LIKE THAT” music video created a sensation, reaching 100 million views within 32 hours of its release. The most noteworthy part of the music video was the hanbok they wore. Danha, which was in charge of making the costumes, improved the traditional hanbok and completely recreated it as a stage costume, garnering attention from all over the world. Danha is famous for designing hanboks using traditional patterns. The patterns engraved on the clothes in the BLACKPINK music video used the phoenix design pattern of the royal cloth. Danha's hanbok can be purchased through the online shop, and if you want to have it custom-made, you can visit Danha Maison after making a reservation.