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Seolbong Oncheon Land (이천설봉온천랜드)
67-16 Aeryeonjeong-ro, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
Seolbong Oncheon Land is housed in a four-story building, featuring public baths, a jjimjilbang (Korean sauna), and private baths for family use. On the first floor, you'll find the women's bath. The second floor is dedicated to the jjimjilbang and features various amenities, including restaurants. The men's bath is located on the third floor. The fourth floor houses private baths and a mini pool with a slide. The pool, which is outdoor, is only open during the summer season. The private baths, which can accommodate either two or four persons, are extremely popular, leading to high demand and competition for reservations, especially on weekends.
Seolbong Park (설봉공원)
128, Gyeongchung-daero 2709beon-gil, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
Nestled at the foot of Seolbongsan Mountain in Icheon, Seolbong Park is the venue for the Gyeonggi International Ceramic Biennale, Icheon Ceramic Festival, and Icheon Rice Cultural Festival. Outside of festival periods, the park also serves as a rest area for locals, with a wide lake in the center, walking paths, and gardens. Cerapia, a ceramic themed park located within Seolbong Park, offers hands-on programs for visitors to experience ceremics.
Seolcheon Namhae Coastal Road (설천 남해해안도로)
Seolcheon-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Seolcheon Namhae Coastal Road, spanning 35 kilometers, connects Noryang in Seolcheon-myeon to Jijok in Samdong-myeon in Namhae. Celebrated for its scenic beauty, this route is particularly enchanting in spring, adorned with cherry blossoms and mustard flowers. The journey unfolds against the backdrop of the stunning natural landscapes of the Hallyeosudo along the coast. Moreover, it offers an opportunity to explore other attractions in Namhae, including the Bijarim Forest and the Namhaedaegyo Bridge.
Seolguk pension (설국)
9-7 , Wonsamgong 2-gil, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
Seolguk is a pension-type resort in Seolcheon-myeon, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do. The 3-story is built of wood and looks its best when it fits with nature in the snowy winter. The hotel well located for leisure sports as there is a ski resort 3 minutes away, as well as a nearby walking course with views of Deogyusan mountain. Most of the rooms are double-decker structures.
Seolhaeone (설해원)
230 Gonghang-ro, Sonyang-myeon, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
Seolhaeone is a luxury resort complex sitting behind Yangyang International Airport. Equipped with a golf course, premium accommodation facilities, hot spring saunas, and other facilities, this resort was created with the vision of offering visitors rest and healing moments in the Seorak area. The name Seolhaeone means a garden of rest embracing Seoraksan Mountain and the East Sea. The resort lives up to its name, as it faces Yangyang's Dongho Beach to the east and has the foot of Seoraksan Mountain to the west. The resort has a golf course, which was designated as one of the 10 major golf courses in Korea. Various types of guest rooms such as Mountain Stay, Seolhae Hot Spring, and Golftel are available. All guest rooms offer a view of the golf course, and some have views of Seoraksan Mountain and the East Sea. Mountain Stay is a premium duplex villa consisting of seven types of villas, including the Pool Suite with a pool; and the Spa Suite allowing guests to enjoy the hinoki cypress-scented sauna. The Seolhae Hot Spring condominium features 10 different guestroom designs, including the Family Pool Suite, with hot spring water supplied to each room. There are various additional facilities within the resort. You can use the clubhouse restaurant, which serves unique seasonal dishes; Seolhae Dulle Trail where you can take a walk while enjoying the pine aroma; and the hot spring sauna to relieve fatigue.
Seolleung and Jeongneung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (서울 선릉과정릉) [유네스코 세계유산]
1 Seolleung-ro 100-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Seolleung and Jeongneung Royal Tombs are located near COEX in Gangnam. It comprises two tombs: Seolleung Royal Tomb, which houses the remains of King Seongjong (1457-1495, r. 1470-1495) and his wife Queen Jeonghyeon (1462-1530) of the Joseon dynasty (1392-1897), and Jeongneung Royal Tomb, which houses King Jungjong (1488-1544, r. 1506-1544), Seongjong’s son. The Seolleung and Jeongneung Royal Tombs History Center details the historical significance of the tomb, while the complex also serves as a park within the city.
Seolli Skywalk (설리스카이워크)
176, Misong-ro 303beon-gil, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Seolli Skywalk in Namhae offers panoramic views of the entire area. The first asymmetrical cantilever bridge in the nation, the skywalk stands at 36 meters off the ground and stretches 79 meters with a x_width of 4.5 meters. Nearly 43 meters of the length are on the suspended side of the cantilever, the longest in the nation. At the end of the walkway is a swing, designed with a them of "swinging in Bali."
Seomi Garden (섬이정원)
1534-110 , Nammyeon-ro, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
The Seomi Garden is a formal, natural European garden decorated with old stone walls and ponds of a terraced paddy field, overlooking the beautiful waters of Hallyeohaesang National Marine Park in the South Sea also known as the treasure islands, as well as various herbs and silver grasses growing on the hedges. Just as the walls and gates of a royal palace are both independent and connected at the same time to create spaces, nine small gardens are divided by the concept of rooms by using the x_height differences of the terraced paddy field, and each room has a unique appearance while, sometimes, they all mingle with one another to show different scenery.
Seomjingang Jaecheop Guksu (섬진강재첩국수)
전라남도 구례군 토지면 섬진강대로 4276
This restaurant has gained fame on social media for its “scenic jaecheop-guksu.” Here, you can truly experience the natural flavors and aromas of jaecheop (Freshwater Marsh Clam). The rich jaecheop broth blends perfectly with thin noodles, filling your mouth with umami. The crispy jaecheop-jeon is a delightful treat that pairs perfectly with makgeolli (rice wine).
Seomjingang River (섬진강)
Okgwa-myeon, Gokseong-gun, Jeollanam-do
The Seomjingang River, one of the four major rivers in Korea, starts from Imsil and Sunchang. It merges with several bodies of water in Gokseong, Gurye and Hadong before flowing into the South Sea. In Gokseong, the Seomjingang River is also known as the Sunjagang River. It flows about 36 kilometers through the region. A number of big and small valleys throughout the length of the river provide fantastic views and relaxation spots all year round. Also, Riverside Festival and Seomjingang Literature Forum are held every summer to offer fun summer activities along the river.
Seomjingang Train Village (섬진강기차마을)
232, Gichamaeul-ro, Gokseong-gun, Jeollanam-do
Since its development in April 1999 as a part of government efforts to boost regional tourism, Seomjingang Train Village has established itself as a popular attraction in Gokseong. A replica of the region's old steam engine train runs 10 kilometers between the old Gokseong Station in Seomjingang Train Village and Gajeong Station. The train runs along the old tracks at a moderate speed, allowing passengers to enjoy the scenic view along the tracks.
Seomun Pungmul Night Market & Seomun Market Samgyeopsal (Pork Belly) Street (서문풍물야시장&서문시장삼겹살거리)
18 Musimdong-ro 392beon-gil, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Cheongbuk-do (Seomun-dong)
Seomun Market, located west of the Seomun-dong intersection, is home to Samgyeopsal (Pork Belly) Street, which opened in 2012. Here, visitors can enjoy Cheongju-style samgyeopsal (grilled pork belly), a local specialty known for its distinctive preparation method that has been passed down through generations.
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Seomyeon Dajeong Pharmacy[Tax Refund Shop](서면다정약국)
1F, 66, Seomyeon-ro, Busanjin-gu, Busan
Seomyeon Dajeong Pharmacy is a trust-centered pharmacy in the Seomyeon area that kindly and meticulously looks after neighbors' health, matching its name (Dajeong means 'kind'). We support the speedy recovery and healthy lives of all visiting customers through kind consultations, accurate dispensing services, and rich medication information.
Seomyeon Underground Shopping Center (서면지하도상가)
737 Jungang-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan
If you walk through the busy area of Seomyeon in Busan, it's easy to see that this underground shopping area has a greater number of clothing and accessory shops than other places. Starting with its statue of Oryukdo Islands, one of the symbols of Busan, Seomyeon Underground Shopping Center is a great place to find various brands at more affordable prices.
Seonam Lake Park (선암호수공원)
104, Seonamhosu-gil, Nam-gu, Ulsan
Seonam Lake Park was originally developed to provide industrial water, and was closed off to the public with high barbed wire fences for over four decades. However, after the area was no longer used for industrial reasons, the fences were removed and the 1.2 ㎢ lake area was converted into a park. Various facilities and walking paths were created to compliment the breathtaking scenery and the surroundings.
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Seonamsa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage] (선암사 [유네스코 세계유산])
450 Seonamsa-gil, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
Seonamsa is a beautiful temple located at the east end of Jogyesan Mountain. The distance between the entrance and the temple site is approximately one kilometer. The temple site is nestled within a lush forest of diverse trees that are hundreds of years old. In front of the temple is an arched stone bridge named Seungseongyo Bridge, which is supported by natural bedrocks. In front of the main hall, Daeungjeon Hall, are two three-story stone pagodas that grab visitors' attention. Not only is Seonamsa Temple home to many of the country's pristine treasures and artifacts, it is also one of the few temples that preserve the traditional temple culture even as of today. Seonamsa Temple is beautiful throughout the year, but it is especially inviting in spring and fall when the flowers start to bloom and tree leaves change in color.
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