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Yugu Mural Street (유구벽화거리)
34-5 Sijang-gil, Yugu-eup, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
Yugu Mural Street is centered around a textile factory that has operated since the 1950s. The walls surrounding the factory feature murals of elderly women weaving at looms, spinning machines, and vibrant tile mosaics. Visitors can learn about the history of the textile industry through dioramas, while the Yugu Textile History Exhibition Hall displays various weaving machines. With a traditional market nearby, it's an excellent destination for a combined tour.
Yugu Pink Muhly Garden (유구핑크뮬리정원)
648-18 Yuguri, Yugu-eup, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
Yugu Pink Muhly Garden boasts a breathtaking sea of cotton candy-like pink muhly, with its flowers peaking in fall. The garden also features an eco-playground with a sand play area, a play tunnel, and spider nets. Nearby attractions include a hydrangea garden, a traditional market, a mural street, and a textile history exhibition hall, making it an ideal spot for a combined tour.
Yugu Saekdong Hydrangea Garden (유구색동수국정원)
44 Changmal-gil, Yugu-eup, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
Stretching along a 1-kilometer riverside, Yugu Saekdong Hydrangea Garden showcases a stunning display of hydrangeas, with photo spots scattered throughout. In addition to hydrangeas, cherry trees, peonies, daffodils, and other flowers bloom year-round. During peak hydrangea season in early summer, the garden comes alive with cultural and artistic performances, including busking. Visitors can also participate in hands-on activities like making hydrangea soap, candles, and cup holders. Its proximity to Yugu Traditional Market makes it a perfect stop for a connected tour.
Yukdampokpo Falls (육담폭포)
Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
If you begin at Seorak-dong in Oeseorak, cross the Biryonggyo Bridge and pass by the Biryongpokpo Falls, you will reach Yukdampokpo Falls, which actually consist of six waterfalls and a pond. Despite the fact that only a small amount of water actually flows in these waterfalls today, what is interesting, is how they came into existence: a slow-flowing stream of water eroded the rocks, creating dips and puddles at various levels, which later became a series of cascading waterfalls. The splendid scenery around the waterfalls is always a pleasing sight to the eyes of visitors.
Yukrimgogae (육림고개)
21-2, Chuncheon-ro 151beon-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
Yukrimgogae was the street that connected Yurim Theater (now closed) and Chuncheon Jungang Market in the past, becoming an unofficial downtown during 1980s to the 1990s. After the new city project, the stores relocated to the new downtown, leaving the area empty. In 2015, the street was rejuvenated with Makgeolli Street and Youth Mall. The street is full of restaurants and stores that was renovated providing an analog-feel combined with a trendy style.
Yuksinsa Shrine (육신사)
64 Yuksinsa-gil, Habin-myeon, Dalseong-gun, Daegu
Yuksinsa Shrine is a revered site dedicated to honoring the Sayuksin. Established during the Joseon dynasty, it stands well-preserved to this day. "Sayuksin" translates to "six dead ministers," referencing the six loyal subjects who, in 1453, attempted to restore King Danjong of the Joseon dynasty but were ultimately captured and executed. The shrine's entrance, marked by the Chungjeolmun Gate, is flanked by long rows of crape myrtle trees. These trees create a stunning visual spectacle when their red flowers are in bloom.
Yulam Hot Springs (율암온천)
434-14 Oncheon-ro, Paltan-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
Yulam Hot Springs, known for keeping a small pond unfrozen even in winter, once served as a communal laundry spot for nearby residents. Revered for its therapeutic properties against eye diseases, skin conditions, and arthritis, it was a popular destination for bathing and healing. The facility includes hot springs, open-air baths, changing rooms, and lounge areas. Accessible through a passage outdoors, the charcoal sauna features high-temperature, medium-temperature, and low-temperature rooms. The site also boasts amenities like a pebble walkway, foot baths, and a convenience store.
Yuldo Island (율도)
199 Taecheon-ri, Jido-eup, Sinan-gun, Jeollanam-do
Yuldo Island is located just a 5-minute boat ride from Sinan-gun's coast. It is also known as Bipa Island due to the abundance of loquat trees. Various subtropical and tropical species grow here, and deer, goats, and rabbits roam freely. The sunsets are beautiful, and during low tide, tide flats are exposed, allowing visitors to walk to the Jido island. As it is privately owned, unauthorized entry is prohibited.
Yuldong Park (율동공원)
72 Munjeong-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do
Yuldong Park in Seongnam is a natural lakeside park designed to preserve its original landscape as much as possible, offering beautiful scenery of open lawns, wooded hills, and a tranquil lake. The park’s name, Yuldong, dates back to the Baekje period, when the area was known for its abundance of chestnut trees. The park features heritage sites, including a cultural monument and a March 1st Independence Movement memorial, along with a spacious lawn, a 1.8-kilometer lakeside trail, and family-friendly facilities such as a book-themed park, playground, and dog park.
Yulgok Arboretum (율곡수목원)
392, Jangseungbaegi-ro, Papyeong-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
Yulgok Arboretum was established for the preservation, proliferation, and exhibition of plant genetic resources, and provides a variety of resort services related to forest culture for citizens. It features a four seasons garden, conifers garden, rock garden, fruit tree garden, Saimdang Forest, and many other beautiful venues, and also offers diverse forest experiences. It also provides a forest experience program for infants and toddlers as well as a forest healing program in which people of all ages and genders may participate. The Dulle Trail surrounding the arboretum runs some 5 kilometers in length and exudes diverse views from its observatory, pine scent path, and Munbawi Rock. From the arboretum, you will be able to see the Imjingang River to the north and great mountains such as Papyeongsan and Gamaksan to the east. It is possible to tour the historical sites of Yulgok Yi I and Hwang Hui as well since they are close by.
Yullyangcheon Stream (율량천)
Areas spanning Naedeok-dong, Cheongwon-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
Yullyangcheon Stream runs through the heart of Cheongju and is a favorite spot for locals. With walking trails and bike paths along the water, it’s perfect for a leisurely outing. In the drama "Miss Night and Day (2024)," it appears as the place Lim Sun (played by Lee Jung-eun) goes when she feels lost.
Yulpo Beach (Solbat Beach) (율포해수욕장(솔밭해변))
24, Uam-gil, Boseong-gun, Jeollanam-do
Yulpo Beach is a scenic beach with a 60-meter-wide, 1.2-kilometer-stretch of silver sand between the sea and a forest of 100-year-old pine trees. Despite its location in a small fishing village, the region’s famous green tea and beautiful beaches have resulted in attracting many tourists to Yulpo Beach. The area has become a family summer resort, fully equipped with accommodation and leisure facilities.
Yumin Art Nouveau Collection (유민미술관)
107 Seopjikoji-ro, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
The Yumin Art Nouveau Collection, renowned for its French Art Nouveau glass art and the beauty of the space itself, is a popular attraction. Visiting Seopjikoji Cape, where the building is located, is also recommended.
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Yumyeong Glasses [Tax Refund Shop](유명안경)
1F, 8, Toegye-ro 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
Yumyeong Optical is a top regional eyewear brand famous for customer eye health and style, matching its name (Yumyeong means 'famous'). It presents ultimate visual satisfaction to customers through a skilled optician's detailed fitting services and curation of sophisticatedly designed frames.
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YUN YEON HWA Fine Jewelry Shinsegae Department Store Gangnam Branch [Tax Refund Shop](윤연화 신세계백화점 강남점)
3F, 176, Sinbanpo-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Yoon Yeon-hwa is a high-class fashion and accessory brand imbuing the devotion and philosophy of the designer. Through designs that interpret traditional materials with a modern sense, it presents a graceful beauty and value that does not change over time.
Yundaechun Rafting (연대천래프팅)
78-4, Seopsae-gil, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
Yundaechun Rafting offers group rafting, survival games, and ATV on Korea's most beautiful and challenging waters of the Donggang River.
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