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Siheung Baegot Hanul Park Seawater Pool (시흥배곧한울공원 해수체험장)
61 Haesongsimni-ro, Siheung-si, Gyeonggi-do
Siheung Baegot Hanul Park Seawater Pool is a captivating water playground situated within Siheung Baegot Hanul Park. The area is adorned with palm trees and shade canopies, lending an exotic ambiance to it. This summer-only facility offers forty five-minute play sessions, each followed by a fifteen-minute break. It can accommodate up to 1,000 guests per session on a first-come, first-served basis, and admission is exclusively through card payments. For safety reasons, due to the potentially slippery surfaces, visitors are required to wear aqua shoes.
Siheung Gaetgol Eco Park (시흥 갯골생태공원)
287 Dongseo-ro, Siheung-si, Gyeonggi-do
Siheung Gaetgol Eco Park in Gyeonggi-do features the nation's only inland beach along the shores of a river that ebbs and flows with the ocean tide. The park offers the chance to learn about the traditional salt-making techniques, as well as the many unique flora that grow here. The park was designated as a National Ocean Wetland Protection Zone in February 2012.
Siheung Gaetgol Festival (시흥갯골축제)
287 Dongseo-ro, Siheung-si, Gyeonggi-do
By incorporating games and activities, Siheung Gaetgol Festival aims to raise awareness about ecology, the environment, and family. “Gaetgol” refers to the water channels flowing through tidal flats during low tide, home to various halophytes, wetland creatures, and over 60 species of birds, making it an ecological treasure trove. The festival features a wide range of exciting programs. The activities include the “Eco-orienteering Mission Game,” where participants wear “Family Run” T-shirts and explore the festival grounds, a salt playground on the salt pans, Gaetgol Metaverse Family Run, Gaetgol Test, and Family Speed Quiz. Families completing the missions receive a completion medal from the festival. ◎ TipDon‘t miss the Acoustic Festival, Jazz Concert, and Gaetgol Moonlight Night Tour set against the backdrop of the salt playground at the old salt field and Gaetgol. As an eco-friendly festival, it promotes a car-free environment. Bring your tumblers and reusable containers to participate with a sense of pride.
Siheung Oido Museum (시흥오이도박물관)
332 Oido-ro, Siheung-si, Gyeonggi-do
The place of Kuk Yeonsoo and Choi Ung's hug from behind Oido, an island that was isolated from the mainland until 100 years ago, became inland with the creation of the Gunja Salt Farm and the construction of the Sihwa Embankment. It is the largest shell mound historic site on the west coast, and various Neolithic artifacts have been excavated, and the entire island has been designated as Historic Site No. 441. Inside the museum, which records the history of Oido, there are various interesting experiences and exhibitions that give a glimpse of life in the Neolithic Age. Outside the building, there is an overpass with many pillars where Kuk Yeonsoo gave Choi Ung a back hug. On the floor of the branch, there is a sticker that reads ‘Our Beloved Summer’, so it's good to take a commemorative photo.
Siheung Wave Park (시흥 웨이브파크)
42 Geobukseomdulle-gil, Siheung-si, Gyeonggi-do
Located on Geobukseom Island in Siheung, Gyeonggi-do, Wave Park is a marine leisure complex where visitors can enjoy surfing and water activities in the heart of the city. Its exotic beach-themed Mio Costa features a variety of attractions, including children’s surfing lessons, an underwater scooter experience pool, tube rides, recreational diving programs, and island-style heated spas. Designed for both experienced surfers and non-surfers alike, the park offers a fun and relaxing water experience for visitors of all ages.
Sikjangsan Cultural Park (Sunrise Observatory) (식장산 문화공원(해돋이전망대))
32-834, Secheongongwon-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon
Sikjangsan (623.6 meters) is a mountain spanning three regions - Dong-gu of Daejeon, Gunbuk-myeon and Gunseo-myeon of Okcheon-gun. As the tallest peak in the city located in the southeastern part of Dong-gu, Daejeon, it stands proudly next to great mountains in neighboring regions such as Seodaesan, the tallest peak in Chungcheongnam-do (904 meters), and Daeseongsan, the tallest in Okcheon (705 meters). Home of a 4.82 million-square-meter large, natural ecosystem preservation forest designated by the city, Sikjangsan is an ecological repository featuring plants of 224 species, 45 varieties, 187 genera, and 78 families; 45 kinds of mammals such as roe deer, squirrels, wildcats, raccoons and bats; over 100 types of birds; reptiles; and amphibians. Sikjangsan Cultural Park is an ecological park that continues from Secheon Park to Sikjangsan Sunrise Observatory. The cultural park was established at the peak of the mountain, which had been regarded as one of the best nightscape viewpoints in Daejeon. A traditional tower built inside the cultural park adds a sense of classical dignity. An observatory from which the entire city can be seen in a single view is also located here. People of all ages and genders visit the tower and observatory to enjoy the expansive view of Daejeon.
Silbi Sikdang (실비식당)
12 Hoguk-ro 1123beon-gil, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do
Opened in 1965, the restaurant specializes in 'Budaejjigae' (sausage jjigae). The stew is prepared with a generous mix of pork, aged kimchi, glass noodles, ham, bacon and cheese. A clean, balanced flavor comes from simmering the ingredients with a house seasoning and water. 'Budaebokkeum' (stir-fried sausages) with similar ingredients and sauce is also available.
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SILD[Tax Refund Shop](SILD)
1F, 57, Yeonmujang-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
SILD is a fashion retail specialty enterprise that proposes styling optimized for individual personality and lifestyle through sensory designs reflecting the latest fashion trends and clothing made of carefully selected materials.
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Silit - Hyundai Premium Outlets Gimpo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (실리트 현대프리미엄아울렛 김포점)
100, Arayuk-ro 152beon-gil, Gochon-eup, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do
Silit is a high-end kitchenware brand that combines innovative materials with precise German manufacturing technology. Through pots and pressure cookers made of its unique 'Silargan' material, it proposes a healthy cooking experience that preserves the original taste of ingredients and adds dignity to the kitchen.
Silla Arts and Science Museum (신라역사과학관)
33 Hadonggongyechon-gil, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Silla Arts and Science Museum, opened in 1988, displays miniature models of scientific cultural assets in order to explore and educate how these assets are formed and preserved.
SILLA BOUTIQUE HOTEL PREMIUM (신라부티크호텔 프리미엄)
200 , Gangbyeon-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Shilla Boutique Hotel Premium is a family-oriented hotel in Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do. Dedicated rooms for travellers with young children have low beds to prevent falls, and family customers are provided with free tickets to local playparks. For older guests, screen-golf discount coupons are provided. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Gyeongju bus terminal, a 20-minute bus ride from Singyeongju station, and an easy drive to most of the city’s tourist attractions.
Silleuk Temple Resort (신륵사관광지)
73, Silleuksa-gil, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
The Silleuksa Temple Resort features countless relics and remains, awe-inspiring scenery, the Geumeun Sand Zone, and Silleuksa Temple. Silleuksa Temple is also referred to as the byeokjeol (‘walled temple’ because it has a pagoda made entirely of bricks). The pagoda was erected by the renowned Buddhist monk Wonhyo during the Silla Kingdom, and is visited by many who are drawn to the beautiful natural scenery along the banks of the Namhangang River, which is served by convenient transportation.
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Silloam Optical & Contact Lens[Tax Refund Shop](실로암안경콘택트)
34-5, Namdaemunsijang 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
Siloam Optical & Contact Lens strives to protect our customers' bright world with a devotion to making the blind see, as its name suggests. Through accurate vision exams and meticulous fitting services, we provide eye health services that prioritize customer satisfaction.
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Silverbest[Tax Refund Shop](실버베스트)
1F, Songseo Story Building, 27-6, Namdaemunsijang 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
Silver Best is a premium brand that expresses the clear and clean value of silver through modern jewelry. By harmonizing exquisite craftsmanship and sensory design, it adds subtle dignity and sparkling joy to customers' daily lives.
Simgokseowon Confucian Academy (심곡서원)
16-9 Simgok-ro, Suji-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
Simgokseowon Confucian Academy is a traditional Joseon-era academy dedicated to the influential scholar Jo Gwang-jo (1482–1519). The academy architecturally notable for its classic layout, featuring a lecture hall in the front and a shrine in the back. Remarkably, it is the only academy honoring Jo Gwan-gjo that survived a 19th-century government decree to close such institutions, remaining perfectly preserved today. The site is easily accessible by city bus from Sanghyeon Station on Sinbundang Line. Its central location makes it a convenient stop when visiting nearby landmarks like the Korean Folk Village, Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, or Everland.
Simin Jegwa (시민제과)
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Simin Jegwa is located in Daeheung-dong, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. It is a bakery-cafe that opened its doors in 1949. Over the years, Simin Jegwa built a loyal following in Pohang and beyond. Its historic value as the first bakery in Pohang was recognized by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups. The signature menu items are the 1949 Danpatppang (bun with red bean filling) and the 1949 Chapsaltteok (sweet rice cake with red bean filling). Other famous baked goods include the jeongguji ppang (chives bun), a soft bun filled with Pohang chives; canelé, a French pastry made with plenty of butter and vanilla beans; and Geomjeong Gomusin (black rubber shoes), a bun made with French gourmet butter and fine red bean paste.
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