Finding the heart of Chuseok beyond Seoul
As millions of families across Korea prepare to pack highways and train stations as they move around the country for the Chuseok holiday, tourism officials are encouraging travelers to look past predictable destinations toward the country’s rich cultural heartlands. The Korea Tourism Organization launched a national campaign this week through its official travel portal VisitKorea, highlighting…
As families throughout Korea prepare for the Chuseok holiday by filling up highways and train stations, tourism authorities are urging visitors to explore the nation's cultural heartlands instead of the usual tourist spots. The Korea Tourism Organization has kicked off a nationwide campaign through its official travel website, VisitKorea, to showcase lesser-known locations that offer free admission, outdoor nature reserves, and family-friendly heritage programs.
This promotional effort comes at a time when domestic tourists are gravitating towards genuine cultural experiences rather than costly international vacations. The initiative spotlights a variety of historical and modern cultural landmarks spread across different regions. For those traveling through Gyeonggi Province, the majestic Yeongneung Royal Tombs in Yeoju, the final resting place of King Sejong the Great, is a must-see.
Art aficionados can head south to central Korea to visit the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Cheongju.
For those willing to venture off the main tourist trail, there are equally fascinating options in the mountainous regions of the country waiting to be discovered.
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