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Homigot Sunrise Square (호미곶 해맞이광장)
20 Haemaji-ro 150beon-gil, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Homigot is located at the easternmost end of the Korean peninsula, in what would be considered to be the tail, if thinking of the Korean peninsula as a tiger. When Kim Jeongho made the Daedongyeojido Map, he visited this place seven times to confirm this area is in fact the easternmost part of Korea. Following the resources of Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute, the sunrise time of Homigot on January 1 is at 7:32 am, making it the earliest first sunrise of each year in Korea. The plaza was built to commemorate these research findings with the national Sunrise Festival. Nearby attractions include Korea's largest lighthouse, Homigot Lighthouse, established in 1908; Lighthouse Museum; Monument to Commemorate Lee Yuk-sa’s Patriotism; and Daebo Seawater Bath, using pure seawater of the East Sea. When completed, Homigot Tourism Complex and Homigot Specialized Ocean Leisure Complex will be the largest tourism complex in the eastern coast district. It will include an ocean aquarium, Ocean Ecological Park, Youth Training facilities, beach dome, accommodation facilities, and other various stores as well. Sangsaeng’s Hand, a two-part bronze sculpture shaped like a pair of hands, was constructed in December 1999. It is a signature symbol of the sunrise festival. The left hand is on the land and the right hand is in the ocean. It was built to give the message that all people are living together by helping one another like Sangsaeng, meaning coexistence in Korean. The base of the platform is an image of the sun and its two round rings refer to harmony. These two hands have memorial sprits of reconciliation and coexistence for celebrating a new millennium.
Homyeonghosu Lake Park (호명호수공원)
77 Sangji-ro 64beon-gil, Cheongpyeong-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
Homyeonghosu Lake Park, located on Homyeongsan Mountain, offers scenic walking trails around the lake. A notable feature of the lake is a turtle-shaped structure floating in its center, which functions as a solar power generation facility. Additionally, the park provides a photo zone featuring a tiger model, reflecting an ancient legend about a tiger associated with Homyeongsan Mountain. Nearby attractions include Namiseom Island, Cheongpyeongho Lake, and the Garden of Morning Calm.
Honbul Literary House (혼불문학관)
52, Nobongan-gil, Namwon-si, Jeonbuk-do
"Honbul" is an epic novel written about three generations of women from the Namwon Lee clan living under the rule of the Japanese in the 1930s. The word "honbul" literally means "a torch of the soul" and refers to the indomitable spirits of the women that persevered through hard times. The novel was written by the late Choi Myeong-hee over a period of 17 years and remains a much celebrated novel. Sangsin Village and Nobong Village in Namwon-si are the hometowns of the author and served as the background of the novel "Honbul." Located inside the village is a traditional Korean house that is an example of yangban (noble class) architecture and the Honbul Literary House, where visitors have an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the novel "Honbul." At the entrance of Nobong Village stands a pair of jangseungs (Korean traditional totem poles), welcoming visitors inside.
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Honest Women’s Clinic - Gangnam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (어니스트여성의원)
4F, 70, Gukjegeumyung-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
Honest Women's Clinic is a specialized medical institution that cares for women's health and beauty based on an honest and truthful medical philosophy, as its name suggests. Through careful empathetic counseling by female medical staff and the latest medical equipment, we provide customized care throughout a woman's life cycle.
Honey Crown Hotel (하니크라운호텔)
10, Samseong-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
Honey Crown Hotel features guestrooms with a view of Hallasan Mountain as well as of the ocean. The hotel has a tropical garden walking trail for guests to enjoy. Other facilities include a banquet hall, an outdoor wedding hall, an annex housing seminar rooms, and restaurants.
Hongcheon Ginkgo Forest (홍천 은행나무숲)
686-4 Gwangwon-ri, Nae-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
Hongcheon Ginkgo Forest, adorned with over 2,000 ginkgo trees planted at intervals of every five meters, is a private sanctuary that opens its gates to the public exclusively in October. This enchanting forest, cultivated and nurtured by a single individual for more than thirty years, transforms into a golden paradise in autumn. In addition, the nearby Sambong Springwater, recognized as one of Hongcheon's nine scenic wonders, along with the Guryongnyeong Pass, enhances the area's appeal as a prime tourist destination, making the forest an ideal spot for autumn visits.
Hongcheon Leisure Yoon Rafting ATV Survival (홍천레저윤 래프팅 ATV 서바이벌)
1004 Hanchigol-gil, Seo-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
Hongcheon Leisure Yoon Rafting ATV Survival is located right in front of the rafting arrival point on the Hongcheon River. The facility offers separate hot-water shower rooms for men and women, allowing visitors to freshen up comfortably after activities. A continuous pickup service is also available, using large buses, vans, trucks, and ATVs for convenient transportation. Among the ATV courses, there is also a shallow-water route that offers a safe and enjoyable experience for beginners. Visitors can also try buggy cars (UTVs), an activity that is not easily found elsewhere in Korea.
Hongcheon Palbongsan Mountain (팔봉산(홍천))
1124 Hanchigol-gil, Seo-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
Hongcheon's Palbongsan Mountain, reaching an elevation of 328 meters, is distinctive for its profile resembling eight peaks aligned side by side. The hiking trail predominantly features rocky sections that require careful navigation, including parts with rope-assisted climbs and steep ladders. For this ascent, essential hiking gear such as gloves and sturdy shoes are more advisable than tools like hiking poles.
Hongdae (Hongik University Street) (홍대)
20 Hongik-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Hongdae is a neighborhood known for its youthful ambience, with shops selling everything from clothing and cosmetics to living goods and books, as well as unique cafés and restaurants. The streets are also filled with buskers and dance performances, making a walk here quite entertaining. Special streets such as ateliers’ street (lined with private institutions for art students preparing for university entrance exams), Picasso’s Street, and Club Street are also must-go places for anyone hoping to fully experience the Hongdae area.
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Hongdae 365 Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop](홍대365약국)
1F, 43, Wausan-ro 27-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Hongdae 365 Pharmacy is a reliable pharmacy in Hongdae, the street of youth, open until late 365 days a year to steadfastly protect customers' health. We provide swift and accurate pharmaceutical services even for sudden symptoms and always communicate with customers through kind counseling.
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Hongdae Chamsinhan Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop](홍대참신한약국)
1F, 62, Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Hongdae Chamsinhan Pharmacy aims for novel and friendly pharmaceutical services that break away from existing stereotypes, as its name suggests. Through comfortable health consultations in a sensible space and systematic pharmaceutical management, we provide healthy changes and satisfaction to our customers.
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Hongdae Eoulim Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop](홍대어울림약국)
1F, 128, Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Hongdae Eoullim Pharmacy is a communication-centered pharmacy that provides lively and smart health consultation services in Hongdae, the street of youth. We become a source of vitality for the community through customized nutritional supplement suggestions and kind medication guidance tailored to the life patterns of busy workers and students.
Hongdae Nanta Theatre (홍대난타전용관)
29, Yanghwa-ro 16-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Located in Hongdae, a signature of youth and cultural streets, Hongdae Nanta Theater has 323 seats and offers two performances daily.
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Hongdae Optima Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop](홍대옵티마약국)
1F, 156, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Hongdae Optima Pharmacy is a smart pharmacy where the Optima chain's professional counseling manual meets Hongdae's trendy sensibility. We strive to be the region's vitality through customized nutritional therapy and clear medication guidance considering the life patterns of busy office workers and students.
Hongdo Island (홍도)
9-8, Hongdo 1-gil, Sinan-gun, Jeollanam-do
Hongdo Island is a picturesque island located about a 2-hour and 30-minute ferry ride from Mokpo Harbor. The island earned its name due to its striking red appearance during sunset. It boasts stunning rock formations, coastal cliffs, and clear blue seas, creating a beautiful natural landscape. Designated as a protected area with rare plants and animals, it is recognized as a natural monument. One of the best ways to experience Hongdo Island is by taking a sightseeing boat tour to explore its surrounding 33 rocky islets and cliffs.
Hongdo Village (홍도마을)
53-2 Hongdo 1-gil, Namil-myeon, Geumsan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
Hongdo Village in Geumsan has long been famous for having many peach trees. These days, the village is also known for the abundance of ginseng and medicinal herbs grown here. The village hosts a festival every April which sees many tourists flock to the village. Nearby attractions include Sibipokpo Falls, Jinaksan Mountain, and a famous driving course by Yongdam Dam.
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