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Yeoju Heungcheon Namhangang River Cherry Blossom Festival (여주흥천남한강 벚꽃축제)
Gwibaek-ri, Heungcheon-myeon, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
Yeoju Heungcheon Namhangang River Cherry Blossom Festival is a representative spring festival in Yeoju, taking place among the blooming cherry blossom trees on the banks of the Namhangang River. During the festival period, sections of the road are closed to vehicular traffic, and a range of events, performances, and photo zones are set up to enjoy.
Yeoju Hwangpo Sailboat (여주 황포돛배)
Cheonsong-dong, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
The Yeoju Hwangpo Sailboat, historically utilized for transporting goods in the Joseon period and propelled by the wind, has been recreated on the Namhangang River. It operates from the riverside recreation area to Silleuksa Temple, making the round trip seven times daily.
Yeoju Museum (여주박물관)
6-12 Silleuksa-gil, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
Yeoju Museum first opened in 1997 as the Yeoju Folk History Museum, surveying and displaying the history and relics of the area. The name changed to the current Yeoju Museum in 2016 with the addition of the Yeoma-kwan Building. The museum features both permanent exhibitions and planned exhibitions, as well as offering special lectures and educational programs.
Yeoju Ogoknaru Festival (여주오곡나루축제)
Cheonsong-dong, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
*The information below is based on the 2025 festivals. Details for the 2026 festivals will be updated as they become available.*The Yeoju Ogok Naru Festival celebrates Yeoju’s agricultural products and traditional culture. The festival features a Naru Madang that recreates the market street ambiance around the old traditional quay, an Ogok (five-grain) Madang with various agricultural and specialty products on sale, and traditional activity programs. There is also a food market and a craft market for a festival area.
Yeoju Silleuksa Temple (신륵사(여주))
73 Silleuksa-gil, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
Silleuksa Temple is located along the upper section of the Namhangang River as it flows from Bongmisan Mountain in Yeoju. It is believed that Silleuksa Temple was built by Monk Wonhyo during the reign of Silla King Jinpyeong, but there is no evidence to prove this. The temple is famous for being a place where Naong Hyegeun stopped in 1376. The temple began to be called Boeunsa in 1472, but the name changed back to Silleuksa Temple in 1858.
Yeoju Spa (여주온천)
864 Gangmun-ro, Gangcheon-myeon, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
At Yeoju Spa, the hot spring water emerges from 800 meters below the bedrock, rich in various minerals beneficial for neuralgia, arthritis, and skincare. The water, also drinkable, aids in alleviating digestive issues. The open-air bath's floor is lined with natural jade, offering a pressure point massage for bare feet. Visitors can simultaneously indulge in a forest bath and a hot spring bath, enjoying a holistic wellness experience.
Yeojwacheon Stream (여좌천(벚꽃명소))
16 Yeojwacheon-ro, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
The area around Yeojwacheon Stream is well known as one of Jinhae’s best spots for viewing cherry blossoms. It is also the location of the bridge where the two leading characters, Gwanu and Chaewon of "Romance (2002)," an MBC TV series, first met as tourists who came to Jinhae to enjoy Jinhae Gunhangje Festival. After the episode was aired, the bridge instantly became popular and widely known as the Romance Bridge. Each April, the entire city of Jinhae is filled with cherry blossoms, but the Yeojwacheon Stream area has the most beautiful cherry blossoms which makes it a prime tourist attraction.
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Yeoksam Dain Pharmacy[Tax Refund Shop](역삼다인약국)
521-3, Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Yeoksam Dain Pharmacy is a trust-centered pharmacy that meticulously cares for the health of residents and office workers near Yeoksam Station. We are a reliable partner helping customers manage their health with peace of mind through professional dispensing systems and kind medication consultations.
Yeoldugaeulgyegok Valley (열두개울)
Choseong-ri, Cheongsan-myeon, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do
Yeoldugaeulgyegok Valley is known for its stunning landscape of rocky cliffs and crystal-clear streams. It derives its name, meaning "twelve streams", from a time when no bridges existed, and people had to cross twelve streams to travel from Beopsu-dong to Deokdun-ri. With its clear, shallow waters, the area becomes a popular spot for vacationers during the summer.
Yeolimjae Pension (여림재펜션)
96 , Jungnimpyeonbaek-gil, Wanju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
Yeolimjae Pension is a newly built modern three-story pension located in Wanju, Jeollabuk-do. The pension has five guest rooms, ranging from couple rooms for two people to family rooms. Each room comes with a bathroom, a kitchen, and a private terrace. From the terrace, you can enjoy a cup of tea while taking in the mountain scenery. The garden includes an outdoor swimming pool and a picnic table adjacent to it. Be sure to check the availability of the barbecue area in advance since it differs from room to room. Nearby tourist attractions include Sanggwan Cypress Forest, Jeonju Hanok Village, and Ongnyeobong Peak Valley.
Yeolliji Garden (연리지가든)
190-20 Dujo-ro, Hangyeong-myeon, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
The only place in Jeju serving native 'Heukdwaeji' (Black Pork), with pigs raised in-house, and about 30 portions are available each day. Grilled over charcoal, the meat has a deep flavor and firm, chewy texture, especially the thick cuts of pork belly and neck. Since only 30 portions are available each day, reservations are highly recommended.
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Yeollin Pharmacy[Tax Refund Shop](열린약국)
1F–2F, 204, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Yeollin Pharmacy aims to be an open communication space that listens to customers' health concerns 365 days a year. It performs the role of a reliable community health hub through unchanging kindness and professional pharmaceutical services even at night or on holidays.
Yeomiji Botanic Garden (여미지식물원)
93 Jungmungwangwang-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
Yeomiji Botanic Garden features a vast outdoor garden spanning 110,000 square meters and an indoor botanical garden covering 10,000 square meters. With over 2,300 species of plants, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the Jungmun Tourist Complex, Cheonjeyeonpokpo Falls, Hallasan Mountain, and the coastline from the central observation tower indoors. Outdoors, there are themed gardens representing Korea, Japan, Italy, and France. The cactus garden also showcases baobab trees.
Yeomyeong Humanities Healing Center (인문힐링센터여명)
203 , Jangyuksa 1-gil, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
The Yeomyeong Humanities Healing Center is a hanok (traditional Korean house) facility nestled in the beautiful nature of Yeongdeok. The center aims to become a popular healing and meditation spot for wellness tourists. It features mind-healing programs, including mind training, meditation, ki (energy) exercise, and health food experiences for today's world where people are under a lot of stress. Experts from different fields help visitors maintain healthy minds and bodies through systemic programs, in response to growing demands for wellness tourism.
Yeon Deung Hoe (Lotus Lantern Festival) (연등회)
99 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Started approximately 1,200 years ago during the Silla dynasty and continued through the Goryeo Yeon Deung Hoe and Joseon lantern festival, the Yeon Deung Hoe Festival is a traditional festival registered as an Intangible Cultural Heritage and UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. The lanterns at Yeon Deung Hoe Festival brighten the heart and the world!
Yeon-San Dangdang Korean Medicine Hospital (연산당당한방병원)
82 World cup-daero, Yeonje-gu, Busan
Yeonsan Dangdang Korean Medicine Hospital is a 98-bed hospital located in central Busan, near Yeonsan Station. The hospital offers traditional Korean medicine treatments, internal medicine, orthopedic care, and health screenings. It also has staff who speak English, Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese, ensuring that international patients can receive care in a comfortable and welcoming environment.
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