Volume.19 2011

ISSN 1739-5089

THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE OF THE TOURISM PROMOTION ORGANIZATION FOR ASIA PACIFIC CITIES

Volume.19 2011 | Sanya KOREA | Gwangju | KOREA | Incheon

Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone, Sanya Tourism Promotion Organization for Asia Pacific Cities

TPO is a network of Asia Pacific cities and a growing international organization in the field of Tourism. It serves as a centre of marketing, information and communication for its member cities. Its membership includes 64 city governments and 31 non government members representing the private sector, educational institutions and other tourism authorities. TPO is committed to common prosperity of Asia Pacific cities geared toward sustainable tourism development. Heritage StrategyofUNESCO World Tourism Contents 10 08 07 C A 06 16 D 12 T Exploitation andDevelopment T Atty. SolfiaArboladura, Manila Zainal BinAbu,Melaka I KoreaPohang, T Urumqi, China C Shawkat Turdi P F TPO F NTERVIEW EOPLE ESTIVAL OURISM RAVEL ULTURE OURISM LASSIC IRECTOR CITY

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A CITY WHERE THE SKY MEETS LAND THE SILK ROAD – THE OLDEST IN THE WORLD CLASSIC AND NEW TRAVEL IDEAS including the Alpine Botanical Gar- The Silk Road was named by the German geographer F. Richthofen in den and the Iris Garden, offer a 1877, after he found out that the main item traded through the route was place to relax and experience nature silk. Besides silk, items like china, gunpowder, compass, spices and glass and are often used by students. crafts were traded through the Silk Road as well. The Silk Road caravans Location Buk-gu Jukjang-myeon Sangok-ri Korea Tel 82-54-262-6110 Operating Hour 10:00~17:00 did not merely tranport the items, but also the history, religion and art of (from November to February closed at 16:00) Urumqi, Asia and Europe. This contributed to form a unique culture of the Silk Pohang, Road. Though the cravans no longer exist, the exotic culture and ancient OEOSA heritages remain on the Silk Road, attracting curious travelers to visit the Oeosa, a Buddhist temple built region. Traveling the Silk Road can be divided into two main parts – the during the Shilla Dynasty, is locat- China southern and northern part. Xian will be the starting point of trip for one Korea ed in Unjesan(Mt. Unje), south- who starts off from the east, and Urumqi for one from the west. west of Pohang city. Along with Oeoji, a large reservoire, it has URUMQI, THE GATE TO THE SILK ROAD beautiful scenery harmonized with Xian, Dunhang, Turfan, When you meet the Uygurs whose large eyes are distinctively different 110km north of Busan nature. The temple has Dae- Taklamakan Desert and from the Chinese, observe the unique style of mosque, and street filled and 360km south east of woongjeon (the main building of a temple), Gyeongbuk cultural asset Urumqi. These names are with smell of lamb meats, you will easily experience the ambience of the Seoul, Pohang attracts 88, Beomjong, the national treasure #1280, and traditional cylindrical familiar to those who dream ancient Silk Road in this city of diverse culture and ethinicity. visitors with technological Korean hat of Wonhyo and other relics. of the Silk Road. The 7000-km Urumqi, located in the northern part of Tianshan, is surrounded by wonder and coastal charm. Location Hangsa-ri, Ocheon-eup Nam-gu, Pohang city, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Korea Tel 82-54-292-2083 trade route that used to mountains and rivers. The city itself boasts vast meadows. The name From the gigantic steel connect China and Europe Urumqi represents this geographical feature, which means ‘Beautiful mills to wildflowers, JAPANESE HOUSE STREET IN GURYONGPO via Central Asia in the ancient Pasture’ in Mongolian. Currenlty, it is the state capital and the politi- from art pieces to Guryongpo is one of the places that still have Japanese houses where times has been reborn cal and cultural center of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. The historical buildings, Japanese lived about 100 years ago. Even if many houses are old and as a tourist attraction for city is a favorable starting point of Silk Road trip, equipped with Pohang’s got more than empty, on the backstreets in Guryongpo-eup, which used to be the resi- curious travelers. diverse tourist attractions like the Heavenly Pond on Tianshan and your expectation. dences of Japanese under Japanese occupation, you will feel as if you are Nanshan Ranch and tourism infrastructure. Also, the unique culture watching the everyday lives of Japanese in Korea in the early 1900s. that blends the cultures of Uygur that counts for a half of total popu- Location Guryongpo-ri, Guryongpo-eup, Nam-gu lation and ten other minor ethinicities also appeals to TRAVEL IDEAS travelers. tt High Technology Based Industry Tour Mosques with round domes POSCO and busy bazaar that sells POSCO, the only national furnace agricultural products and daily enterprise in Korea, is one of the goods are worth visiting in main reasons people visit Pohang downtown. A traveler can get city. POSCO was selected by a birds-eye view of Urumqi on Forbes as the world’s best corpo- the peak of Hongshan, whose ration for the year 2002 and was rocks are said to gleam in red nominated as the world’s best when the sun sets. People’s steel producer by WSD (World Steel Dynamics), the world-renowned Park, located in the mountains steel industry evaluation agency. The Pohang Steel Mill with the size of of Zhenlong Tower constructed 1.03 million ton which has 4 furnaces will provide a special experience in 1778, is a suitable place for to watch the dramatic scenes of producing hot rolling, cold strip, steel taking a rest. One can witness WHERE TO VISIT plate, wire rod and blooms. Tour program for personal visitors to POSCO 3800-year-mummy of Loulan HOMIGOT SUNRISE PLAZA Pohang Steel Mill is operated on Saturdays departing at 10:00 and and ancient heritages from Homigot is located in the easternmost area of the Korean Peninsula. Choi 14:00 at the visitor’s center, taking the Posco Bus. The POSCO Museum, Niya Kingdom and Dandan- Nam-Seon, the well-known historian and a poet, selected this place as not far from the POSCO Pohang Steel Mill, chronicles the short but illus- uilik in Xinjiang Uygur Museum, which was constructed using the one of the top ten views in Korea because of its beautiful sunrise scenery. trious history of Korea's first and foremost integrated steelmaker. traditional style of Uygur. Being the earliest sunrise in the Korean Peninsula, a national millennium The Posco Museum Address 1 Goedong-dong Nam-gu, Pohang-city, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Korea Tel 82-54-220- 7720 Operating Hour Mon-Fri 09:00~18:00, Sat 10:00~17:00(Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays) Tianshan Mountains, a grand natural wall that penetrates Taklamkan event, the Homigot National Sunrise Festival, was held from December 31, Website museum.posco.co.kr Desert, are the important water source for Urumqi and major cities on 1999 to January 1, 2000 in this area. You can find the sculptures here sig- the Silk Road. There are two major tourist attractions around Tianshan nifying the New Year’s Homigot sunrise, entitled ‘Hands of Harmony’. tt5BTUJOH(VBNFHJ Mountains – One is the Heavenly Pond that is made of water from per- Location Nam-gu Homigot-myeon Daebo-ri Korea Tel 82-54-280-0656 Website http://sunrise.ipohang.org To local people, winter is the season for Guamegi, the local specialties of manent , and the other is Nanshan Ranch located in the northern Pohang city region. The Korean half-dried mackerel is widely popular as part of Tianshan. A traveler can experience the traditional culture of GYEONGSANGBUK-DO ARBORETUM a winter and reputed to prevent high blood pressure. In the Kazakh, watch the reindeers on coach or horse at Nanshan Ranch. A Gyeongsangbuk-do Arboretum is 3,222ha-large, making it the largest arbo- middle of December, Guamegi Festival presents folk games, traditional traveler can also have dynamic experiences at the Heavenly Pond, where retum in Asia and the 2nd largest in the world. This arboretum has 179,226 Korean music performances, specialty product competitions, free sam- one can pass through the Pond on furnicular or ferry. plants from 1,510 different species, including rare plants and special local pling exhibitions, and other cultural experience programs. plants as well as common trees and wildflowers. A total of 24 gardens,

6 7 TPO FOCUS INTERVIEW TPO FOCUS INTERVIEW

earned its place in the coveted UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Melaka is 's oldest Zainal Bin Abu historical city and one of the most popular Atty. Solfia tourist spots in the world today. Melaka has developed over the last 500 years through MAYOR OF trading and cultural exchanges between the Arboladura MELAKA HISTORICAL CITY COUNCIL east and west in the Straits of Malacca. Asian and European influences have given the city a very specific multicultural heritage that is both tangible and intangible. Melaka’s vision for DIRECTOR OF Melaka belongs to the Melaka Channel, heritage conservation is to protect the unique MANILA TOURISM & CULTURE AFFAIRS BUREAU located in the south-western part of cultural heritage resources of Melaka Historic Malaysia. From the ancient time, City by fostering a healthy collaboration Melaka has been the center of Silk Road among all stakeholders in developing a sus- on water connecting Europe and Asia. tainable tourism industry, and to consolidate Manila, located in the south-western tip of Luzon Island, is the capital of Constantly influenced by Portugal, the cultural heritage tourism as the unique selling the . The city is the center of 7107 islands in the Philippines, and the United Kingdom, proposition for the three heritage districts in and also a growing tourist city. This attractive city is filled with friendly the city boasts diverse cultures and Melaka. The idea is that tourism would be a people, lively and time-honored buildings. We met Atty. Solfia unique charm as a tourist attraction. bonus by-product to conservation efforts Arboladura, Director of Manila Tourism & Culture Affairs Bureau to ask We met Zainal Bin Abu, Mayor of where visitors are invited to ‘share’ the site about appeals and visions of Manila as a tourist city. Melaka Historical City Council to ask with local communities, who can therefore about tourism in Melaka. enjoy improved facilities. The conservation for tourism approach raises some concerns; Melaka is represented as ‘living heritage city.’ This means that both the tangible and intan- gible elements of the heritage neighbour- Manila is known as the stopover place for programs, projects and activities for the next tourism promotion and development. It has Could you introduce us about Melaka? ing village located nearby the Straits of Mela- hoods are to be conserved. Actually, it is hard going to well-known vacation spots like three years. also greatly contributed in carrying out and Melaka is a World Heritage City, UNESCO and ka. However, as time passed alongside the to conserve a heritage site and promote its Cebu, Bohol and Boracay. Will you tell us Developing a consolidated long term com- making people aware of the tourism related Everlasting Living Heritage. It is located on changing hands of the occupants, Melaka cultural heritage while maintaining residents’ about the charms of Manila as a tourist city? prehensive tourism master development information they would need within the the west coast of the Malaysian Peninsular has developed into a full fledge port under current lifestyle and keeping it open for tour- Manila is among Asia’s most popular cities. plan is the topmost priority. Increasing histo- region. which is the state of Melaka (or as it was for- the influences of various cultures. Nowadays, ists. In a nutshell, the Melaka Historic City The country’s capital city which is an urban cultural appreciation and awareness through merly known as Malacca). In the early days, although Melaka is no longer operating as a Council has done a good job for their work center where most of the Philippine’s culture designing a comprehensive tour destina- What kind of vision do you have for Manila Melaka was just a small and unnoticed fish- port for trading, there are still thousands and and dedication to conserving an important converge. Whoever goes to Manila will sure- tions inside the City is also one of the priori- as tourist city? thousands of visitors coming part of local history, and agrees that improve- ly be captured by the city’s charm. Just like ties. Among its goals also include restoring My vision for Manila as a tourist city is simi- into Melaka as Melaka is ments to infrastructure and facilities do bene- the famous Manila Bay sunset, Manila will and reusing identified histo-cultural struc- lar to the vision of Mayor Alfredo S. Lim. It is nothing less than an interest- fit the local population. always be proud of its cultural heritage and tures and buildings, increase in tourism anchored on his 11 point agenda which is ing tourism spot for the local rich history. related support facilities and promotion of aimed to end the continued struggle of the and international tourists. Where is the top international market of Several famous and significant landmarks public safety. city government to hurdle its ordeals and in There are quite a number of your city? And what is the main purpose of which have contributed to the nation’s history reclaiming the honor and prestige of being interesting places here in travelers to your city? can be found inside the city, Intramuros and We’d like to know about your roles as a the prime city of the nation. With the bat- Melaka ranging from histori- In my opinion, the top international market of Rizal Shrine in Luneta amongst others. Manila Director of Manila Tourism & Culture Affairs tlecry of “Linisin at Ikarangal ang Maynila” cal buildings to modern day Melaka is Jonker Street. The main purpose of has also preserved buildings dating from its Bureau, and what you are focusing on? its primary objective is to restore the rule of entertainments. It is a must travelers to my city is for their heritage. They colonization under the Spaniards and Ameri- As a Director of the Manila Tourism and Cul- law in the City of Manila through leadership, visit state or else your Malay- want to see the old buildings and the school cans. Other landmarks which survived the tural Affairs Bureau, I am tasked to lead the integrity and good governance. sia travel tour will be incom- children come for the history, facts they learn devastation of World War II are still existing, office which have the following objectives: to At the top of his 11 point agenda is war plete! The reason is because from the history text books. The travel guide most of the Spanish and Post war historical develop and preserve Philippine arts and cul- against criminality which as we all know this is where Malaysian his- books state that a visit to Melaka is a must. buildings are found inside the walled city, ture in the City of Manila in all levels and would be a deterrent to tourism activities if tory started. Quiapo, Binondo and Santa Ana. fields; to sustain and further develop Manila not addressed properly will have an enor- What is the new tourism development plan as the center of tourism in the country. mous negative effect to the city as a whole. What kinds of efforts are or process for your city? Does it include What is the new tourism development plan Other aspects of the Mayor’s 11 point agenda made to make it a tourism tourism related projects cooperated with or process for your city? How do you evaluate the activities of TPO that would have significant positive outcome city? other cities in Malaysia and or Asia Pacific With the mission of Mayor Alfredo S. Lim to organization, and what do you expect from in so far as tourism is concerned are historical The Government of Melaka Region? strengthen Manila’s prestige as the Premier them in the future? We’d like to listen to awakening, environmental protection and had done many efforts in The new tourism development plan in Melaka City of the Philippines, the Mayor included your suggestions. conservation. With the achievement of the order to make it a tourism was “Pulau Melaka Project”. The Pulau Melaka Tourism Development as a major part of the The activities of TPO help cities and organiza- Mayor’s 11 point agenda, not only will we have city. Melaka is best known for is located off the straits of Malacca. The Pulau Medium Term Manila Development Plan tions in the Asia Pacific region to jointly pro- Manila that is the country’s premium tourist its well preserved culture and Melaka is going to house 85m-tall substitute (MTMDP) for 2010-2013. MTMDP focuses on mote tourism in the area. It also facilitates destination, but a city that is vibrant and ever heritage. This is why Melaka giant wheel from China soon. the city’s major comprehensive development linking of ties between and among cities for progressive.

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EXPLOITATION AND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY OF UNESCO World Heritage Tourism

As UNESCO consistently lists the world heritages, natural and cultural heritage sites it is attracting much attention as unique tourism resources of the region. Central and local governments are planning out its strategies to UNESCO started listing the Changdeokgung Palace Complex, Gochang, Hwasun and Ganghwa Dol- NEED FOR LEGAL REGULATIONS committees for each heritage sites and establishing ‘the history town systematically manage and world heritage in November men Sites, Gyeongju Historic Areas, Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes; In August 2010, preserving committee’ to the ordinance. utilize these heritages. 1972 in its seventeenth general Indonesia has 7 heritages including Borobudur Temple Compounds, Hahoe Folk Village We overviewed the confronted conference. It enacted UNESCO Lorentz National Park, Tropical Rainforest Heritage of Sumatra; in Andong and NEED FOR ESTABLISHING TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURES problems and visions of world World Heritage Convention has 6 heritages including Central Sector of the Imperial Citadel of Thang Yangdong Folk Vil- Melaka in Indonesia was not appreciated enough before it was listed as heritages. noting that the cultural and Long - Hanoi, Complex of Hué Monuments, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An Ancient lage in Gyeongju the World Heritage. The number of tourists coming to Melaka soared natural heritage are increas- Town; Malaysia has 3 heritages including Gunung Mulu National Park, were listed as the after it became the World Heritage, and Melaka had to execute an emer- ingly threatened with destruc- Kinabalu Park, Melaka and George Town, Historic Cities of the Straits of World Heritage gency plan for accommodating tourists. The main problem is poor tour- tion by human exploitation. The World Heritage Committee holds the Malacca. Sites. The sites are ism infrastructure. Most of World Heritage Sites in Asia do not have prop- general conference every June to choose the world heritage among cul- UNESCO World Heritage region attracts much attention from tourists, confronting chal- er parking system, and greatly lacks accommodation and toilet facilities. tural and natural heritages applied by various countries. The world heri- even if it is located in rural area. Indeed, the number of travelers to lenges as they Regional government believes that it is their utmost priority to secure tage is divided into cultural heritage, natural heritage and mixed heritage. Shirakawa, the traditional Japanese rural town with 300-year-old have to preserve accessibility, establish convenient transportation system and basic facili- Cultural heritage consists of monuments, buildings and sites. It generally wooden house, grew from 700 thousands per year to 1.8 million per the town and uti- ties like accommodation and parking lot while taking the maximum tour- involves important heritage sites, temples, castles, residences and reli- year after being selected as the World Heritage Site. UNESCO lize it at the same ist capacity into consideration. gious sites that are significant in studying the ancient civilization. Natural acknowledged the values of the town’s unique wooden house and time. The towns heritage refers to natural features consisting of physical and biological time-honored ambience of old town, and therefore listed Shirakawa plan to execute NEED FOR DEVELOPING CULTURAL CONTENTS THAT CAN ALSO formations, geological and physiographical formations, the habitat of as the world heritage in 1995. Town residents have played a leading strategies for sys- PRESERVE THE ENVIRONMENT threatened species, and natural areas of outstanding universal value. role in preserving the town until now. It is interesting to notice that a tematically pre- The World Heritage region also has to develop diverse tourism prod- When chosen as the world heritage, the site receives financial and tech- half of tourists have visited the town for more than once. Recently, serving the World ucts and programs. In order to provide enduring memories of the nological supports from World Heritage Fund. Until March 2011, 911 sites the number of tourists from European countries like France is grow- Heritages from region to tourists, the region has to develop experience programs from 151 countries including 704 cultural heritages, 180 natural heritages ing rapidly. Shirakawa town appeals to tourists by providing high 2011 together with and new tourism products that involve nearby tourist attractions. Of and 27 mixed heritages have been listed. Many special sites that are value-added tourism product and folk culture experience. Town resi- the Province of , the excessive development has to be avoided. Banaue in confronted with the risk of damage are located in Italy (41), Spain (40) dents are actively participating in the training program that teaches Gyeongsangbuk- the Philippines logged the trees to make souvenirs, and it led to the and China (35). how to treat tourists, how to greet them and serve them orga- do. First of all, they decrease in the number of trees in nearby areas. Ecuadorian govern- Among countries that have TPO Member Cities, China has 40 heritages nized by local self-governing province. It is an exemplary case of will enact the ordi- ment is rigidly controlling the number of tourists to prevent the pol- including The Great Wall, : an Imperial Sacrificial Altar developing the region that is listed as a World Heritage. The town nance about ‘pre- lution in Galapagos. It tells us that the region has to consider the in , Capital Cities and Tombs of the Ancient Koguryo Kingdom, His- plans to study a method of preserving the traditional appearance of serving, managing and supporting the World Heritage’ as the legal foun- environment while developing proper leisure facilities and cultural toric Ensemble of the Potala Palace, Lhasa; Japan has 14 heritages wooden house, while supplementing modern facilities to it. Shiraka- dation, and cooperate with local members of the National Assembly to contents. If the region takes this into consideration and develops including Buddhist Monuments in the Horyu-ji Area, Gusuku Sites and Town Preserving Committee endeavors to teach young people enact the special law about ‘selecting and supporting the World Heri- their cultural heritages into tourism contents, UNESCO World Heritage Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu, Himeji-jo, Historic Villages that preserving the town is the only way to protect Shirakawa and tage.’ The Province of Gyeongsangbuk-do plans to add the contents will lead the development of unique tourism in the area. of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama; Korea has 10 heritages including revitalize local tourism. about installing the World Heritage Committee, installing the separate

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QINGDAO, CHINA | MAY Entry Parade, opening of to the public, CHERRY FAIR drills, and cruise experiences as well as illumina- Venue: Beizhai of Mt.Laoshan tions and fireworks in the evening. Because the tall It started in 1996 and is held every May. Mt. Laoshan in ship are usually only flown during training runs at May is very beautiful. The Cherry Festival is hosted by sea, the sailing drills are the main highlight of the Laoshan District Government, Qingdao Tourism Bureau Nagasaki Tall Ships Festival. These ships show off mag- and Qingdao Laoshan Scenic Area Administration Com- nificent sails specifically for the festival so be sure not mittee. It advocates biological tour and fitness tour and to miss seeing these stunning vessels. Be sure to enjoy combines leisure, holiday, sightseeing, folk-custom and the colorful fireworks as well as they explode in the air trade negotiation in one. The festival offers a beautiful 45over the port filled with lit up . natural place for people to relax and trade. Visiting farm- April. 2011 International Tourism Festival in Zhouzhuang Cherry Fair house, tasting cherry, viewing scenic spots and appreci- May. 2011 HANGZHOU, CHINA | APR. 21 TO 25 ating folk-custom are so interesting. There are 14 gar- LONGJING SPRING TEA FESTIVAL dens open to tourists. Here you can enjoy farmer’s din- Venue: Longjing (Dragon Well) Village ner, sleep in heated Kang, walk on rural path, enjoy Dragon Well Village hosts this popular annual event farmer’s life and have a good relaxation. SUZHOU, CHINA | APR. which attracts visitors from across the country as well INTERNATIONAL TOURISM FESTIVAL as overseas who come to enjoy tea-picking, tea prepa- TIANJIN, CHINA | MAY IN ZHOUZHUANG ration ceremonies and, tea drinking. Longjing tea also CHINESE ROSE FESTIVAL Venue: Zhouzhuang, Kunshan known as Dragon Well tea, is a variety of green tea Venue: Various locations making, experience of traditional culture and tea cere- International Tourism Festival is hosted in the ancient from Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China where it is Tianjin Chinese Rose Festival is the annual rose celebra- mony. You may feel the genuine beauty of Korea at town of Zhouzhuang on April every year. It hosts interna- produced mostly by hand and has been renowned for tion established in 1984. Tianjin Municipal Government Jeonju Hanok Village. Don’t miss Jeonju International tional art creation contest every year, with the subject of its high quality, earning the China Famous Tea title. have chosen the China Rose as their city flower since it Film Festival. For more information, visit the website river villages, ancient towns, photography, , Long Jing is often called the national drink of China has long been favored and cherished in Tianjin. The fes- (www.jhanji.or.kr). painting, literary art, art&craft, literature, etc. Meanwhile, and is frequently given to visiting heads of state. It is Hainan Li & Miao Chinese Rose Festival tival nowadays have already developed and become the the fair has traditional folk activities with river village char- also a favorite tea of today's top leaders, with a por- international tour festival with local characteristics. BANGKOK, THAILAND | MAY 13 acteristics, such as the Village Girls Dance, Lamp Boat, tion of production reserved for government customers. PLOUGHING CEREMONY Fish Hawk, Lotus-fruit Beating Box, Carrying Flower Basket Easy link from Shanghai. Edible Adventures provides SHIMONOSEKI, JAPAN | MAY 3 Venue: Sanam Luang and Ape Tea, etc. It has been developed into a festival off-the-beaten path, privately guided tea and culinary SHIMONOSEKI KAIKYO [CHANNEL] FESTIVAL The Royal Ploughing Ceremony is an ancient royal rite celebration activity with both congregation of famous art- tours starting from Shanghai, Beijing, and from Hang- Venue: The Coast of Kanmon Kaikyo [channel] Shi- held in Cambodia and Thailand to mark the traditional ists and art lovers. zhou city. monoseki (Karato Pier), Ganryujima Island, etc. beginning of the -growing season. In the Khmer lan- Shimonoseki Kaikyo Festival is based on real historical guage, it is called "Preah Reach Pithi Chrot Preah Neang- SANYA, CHINA | APR. 5 (LUNAR MAR. 3) DANANG, VIETNAM | APR 29 TO 30 events in Kanmon Kaikyo [Channel]. ‘Jourou Douchu’ , kol" The Royal Ploughing Ceremony Day is actually two HAINAN LI & MIAO DANANG INTERNATIONAL FIREWORKS COMPETI- the beautiful Noblewomen Parade, is based on the ceremonies in one. The first, the Phra Ratchaphiti Pheut- Lunar March 3 is a traditional festival on which Li people TION 2011 (DIFC 2011) Naval Battle of Dannoura of 1185 when the Heike clan cha Mongkhon is a Buddhist ceremony to bless the get together to express their admirations to each other. Venue: Han River Port lost their power. In the ‘Senteisai’ festival, the Noble- plants. The second, the Charot Phra Nangkhan Kan is a This is the chance for the young girls and boys to get With the permission of the Prime Minister since 2008, women in the parade visit the Akama Shrine. The ‘Gen- Brahmin ceremony to bless the plants. The Ceremonies together for singing and dancing. Young people will look Danang has been honored as the host city to run the Jeju Canola Flower Festival Shimonoseki Kaikyo [Channel] Festival pei Fune Gassen’ festival is a reenactment of the Genpei are carried out each year to bring good fortune to all for their beloved by singing and dancing competition. It International Fireworks Competition every year. This is War, in which armored samurais of the Genji and Heike plants. Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn has presided is called a day of saying love. Also named The Sanyue- an international cultural and tourism event which has clans got into boats with red and white banners and over the ceremony, which is held at Sanam Luang in san Festival. Miao people also hold the tradition of cele- been successfully organized by Danang. The event fought against each other. History seems to come alive Bangkok. Rice grown on the Chitralada Palace grounds, brating the gala day. Preparation for the festival starts attracts wider participation of residents and visitors’ at these festivals. Also on Ganryujima Island, there is home of King Bhumibol Adulyadej is sown in the cere- half a month in advance. Men go hunting and women attention, contribute to Danang City - a dynamic the ‘Ganryujima Island Festival’, at which you can have a mony, and afterward, onlookers swarm the field to gath- cook dishes. Then they will gather near a big cave or a and innovative city in the new period, and give a good picnic, enjoy a concert and see a performance of the er the seed, which is believed to be auspicious. Farmers big square to enjoy (stick rice wrapped in bam- opportunity to stimulate stronger city development in famous sword duel between Musashi Miyamoto and will often mix the grains with their own rice stock, or the boo or reed leaves) and cakes, and gather from far and tourism, services and domestic investment attraction. Kojiro Sasaki. grains might be kept as a good luck charm. near in the front of the caves. On the day, the Li people English team (Jubilee Fireworks), Korean team (Han- would flock together to wish for double harvest in Shan- wha), Vietnamese team (Danang), Italian team (Parente FUKUOKA, JAPAN | MAY 3 TO 4 , CHINA | MAY 21 TO 22 lan rice plantation and hunting. The elderly would bring Fireworks A&C SNC), Chinese team (Panda Fireworks) HAKATA DONTAKU INTERNATIONAL WALKING FESTIVAL along the preserved meat and rice wine, come to the will take part in this competition. Each team will per- Venue: Fukuoka Streets Venue: Xinghai Square (Ornamental Columns) most prestigious elderly of the village, sit in circle and form for 20-25 minutes depending on the theme of Longjing Spring Tea Festival Jeonju Hanji Festival The origin of Hakata Dontaku goes back to 1179. Don- Dalian Walking Association is a community group approved drink to their satisfaction. competition. taku comes from a Dutch word, ‘Zondag.’ In the Edo by Dalian Municipal People’s Government and a subordi- period, people went to Fukuoka Castle, greeted the gov- nated organization of the Dalian City Sports Bureau. Dalian JEJU, KOREA | APR. 14 TO 16 INCHEON, KOREA | APR. 30 TO MAY 1 ernor and wandered about in the streets in the begin- Walking Festival is sponsored by Dalian Municipal People’s JEJU CANOLA FLOWER FESTIVAL INCHEON-CHINA DAY CULTURAL FESTIVAL ning of the year in disguise as the Japanese god of good Government and co-sponsored by Dalian Walking Associa- Venue: Noksan-ro, Seogwipo, Jeju-do Venue: Incheon China Town luck & fortune and or Daikoku (the god of wealth and tion. The purpose of this Walking festival is to foster health In spring, Jeju Island is fully covered with yellow Canola. In The Incheon-China Day Cultural Festival was launched prosperity). This festival originated from the said cus- and peace for the whole community, and this is accom- particular, you can enjoy splendid Canola blossom across in 2002 in celebration of the 10th anniversary of the toms. A fancy parade which stretches hundreds of plished by holding international two days every year in the island (ex: Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, Songaksan Sino-Korean diplomatic relations. This festival has meters has been the pride of Fukuoka. With a long his- Dalian. The Walking Festival is being held every year on the Mountain, Yongmeori Coast, etc.) besides Noksan-ro developed into Korea’s largest Chinese cultural festival. tory, this festival has been the biggest festival in Fukuo- third weekend of May. Dalian is the only international walk- where the festival is held in April. Thanks to magnificent This year, it will be held on April 30 and May 1. To ka. Approximately 2 million people are necessary to host ing city in China that is recognized by IML Walking Associa- Canola blossom and open field, Noksan-ro has been attract more tourists, the City of Incheon will invite Chi- this festival. An arts performing group titled ‘Dotakudae’ tion (www.imlwalking.org) . So far, the walking festival has nominated as one of ‘Korea's 100 most beautiful roads’ nese arts & cultural groups and have them display displays the martial arts. This group consists of various been celebrated 6 times. for two consecutive years. This beautiful street which genuine Chinese performing arts such as acrobatic Danang International Fireworks Competition 2011 (DIFC 2011) Royal Ploughing Ceremony group members, employees of private firms, students stretches 10km creates a picturesque landscape in per- performance, changing mask show, dance and instru- and members of tourism PR groups from other cities ULSAN, KOREA | MAY 26 TO 29 fect harmony between yellow Canola and cherry blossom. mental performance. In addition, you can experience and provinces. ULSAN WHALE FESTIVAL The yellow Canola field is as large as 28ha. The Jeju Cano- Chinese traditional crafts, wedding ceremony and cos- Venue: Taehwagang River, Jangsaengpo Marine Park la Flower Festival will bring romance to young peoples tumes in person and participate in various exciting JEONJU, KOREA | MAY 5 TO 8 Ulsan Whale Festival is one of the world’s rarest festi- and dream to family visitors in perfect harmony among events including caricature and photo gallery, which JEONJU HANJI FESTIVAL vals. It is the only whale-themed festival in Korea. It the azure ocean, stone fences and Canola blossom. would in turn make you have unforgettable memories. Venue: Jeonju Hanok Village starts with an exciting play by a civil troupe on the sur- Moreover, a variety of fun programs (ex: Dragon Dance, This festival offers a variety of fun and exciting programs face of Taehwagang River under the topic of the past NAGASAKI, JAPAN | APR. 21 TO 25 Lion Dance, Chinese traditional martial arts, Jajangmy- under the slogan of ‘Come and Get Together - Jeonju and present of Ulsan Whale. A variety of fun and inter- NAGASAKI TALL SHIPS FESTIVAL eon eating contest, Chinese dumpling eating contest, Hanji.’ During this festival, a lot of people from all social esting whale-related events will be available. During the Venue: Nagasaki Port, Nagasaki Seaside Park, Dejima etc.) will be held. It is also recommended to watch ‘the standings are flocked together through Hanji (Korean festival, Whale Cruise is operated. In addition, you can Wharf Area Night of Harmony between Korea-China’ because you traditional ). The festival begins with the opening meet Whale Museum and Whale Ferry Boat and taste Tall ships from Japan and around the world gather in can see Korean pop singers and vocalists and Chinese of Jeonju Hanji Fashion Show. You can participate in a Whale meat. For more information, visit the website Nagasaki Port and take part in events such as the Port performing arts group. Incheon-China Day Cultural Festival International Walking Festival variety of exciting events such as crafts exhibition, Hanji (www.ulsanwhale.com).

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MANILA, PHILIPPINES | JUL. addition, you can watch about 40 dynamic events includ- SUBLI-AN SA MANILA ing sand exhibition and & kayak exhibition. With the theme A Date with Batangueno Traditions, the week-long festival features serenades, a farm skills IRKUTSK, RUSSIA | JUN. 4 Olympics, Santacruzan, folk dance competition, recita- CARNIVAL PROCESSION “WALK TOGETHER!” tion of the lua a religious poem, and prayer vigils, Venue: Irkutsk History Museum to the Monument to among others. There will be a Palaro ng Lahi which will Tsar Alexander III. highlight indigenous games such as patintero, dinuron, Unusual carnival procession “Walk together!” will be culliot, kadang-kadang, tayakad (race on stilts), sabong held in Irkutsk on June 4, 2011 and it will become the (cock fight) and karera sa sako (sack race), which are 67brightest event of the anniversary of the Irkutsk City. 54 dying because of the advent of Western sports. Other June. 2011 groups of Irkutsk organizations, firms, creative associa- Jakarta Fair Subli-an sa Manila sporting events are a five-kilometer fun run around the July. 2011 tions and schools walked from the Irkutsk History Muse- citys major streets and a regatta on the Calump- um to the monument to Tsar Alexander III. There were ang River. The highlight of the festivity is the Foundation about 3000 people worn in suits of fairy-tale heroes, Day Parade and the Sublian sa Kalye on July 23 where (NGO) based in Ipoh, the Rotary Club. Qualifying partici- wedding dresses, and native costumes of inhabitants participants will parade in native attire and dance the pants is Veteran women's 10km MSIA / International (40 JAKARTA, INDONESIA | JUN. 1 TO 3 from different places of the world. Irkutsk carnival Subli, a Batangueno liturgical dance. In lieu of motor- years & above), 21km open men / women MSIA / Inter- JAKARTA FAIR became international in November, 2010. The official ized floats, participating delegations will be on board national (18 years & above) .etc you can check the web- Venue: Jakarta International Expo (JIE) Kemayoran web-site of Irkutsk carnival will start to work soon. carabao-drawn carriages. After the parade, the public site (http://www.ipohrun.com) and apply per online. Jakarta Fair is held annually in Jakarta International Expo will take part in the Lupakan a sampling of the local deli- First 5,000 will receive a free T-shirt to be worn during (JIE) Kemayoran around June to July. It features exhibi- GANGNEUNG, KOREA | JUN. 4 TO 9 (LUNAR MONTH MAY 4-9) cacy nilupak at the city hall complex. In the afternoon, the run. Certificate of Participation will be rewarded to tions, trade promotions, shopping, music performances, GANGNEUNG DANO FESTIVAL old folks from neighboring towns of Lobo, Bauan and participants who complete 21 km in 120 minute, 10 km various shows, amusement rides, and food festival. The Venue: Across the City of Gangneung Agoncillo will compete as they perform the more in 80 minute, 7 km in 50 minute and 5 km in 40 minute. fair is meant to celebrate the anniversary of Jakarta city. The day of Dano is May 5 of the lunar calendar. Gang- authentic form of the Subli. The Jakarta Fair sees exhibitors from across the country neung Dano Festival is held in May. Since a long time Shanghai International Film Festival Hakata Gion Yamakasa INCHEON, KOREA | JUL. 22 TO 24 display a whole range of goods and products ranging ago, various religious services and exorcisms have been FUKUOKA, JAPAN | JUL. 1 INCHEON PENTAPORT ROCK FESTIVAL from specialty food items to traditional handmade arts performed in wish for good harvest and friendship HAKATA GION YAMAKASA Venue: Incheon Dream Park and crafts. In addition to the many exhibitors, there is among villagers on the day of Dano. The rites begin by Venue: Hakata Town Every summer, Incheon is filled with young energy and also live entertainment including music, dance and cul- brewing rice wine for the god. During the five-day festi- This festival is said to originate from the legend that the passion. A lot of people come to Incheon Pentaport tural performances. val, the rites and exorcism are performed in the morning founder of Shotenji Temple scattered sacred water on Rock Festival to get rid of the stress and fatigue from and in the evening in wish for peace and prosperity. On the street to get rid of plague. Come the 1st of July, the their routine lives. The festival started in 2006 and SHANGHAI, CHINA | JUN. 1 TO 19 the next day of the day of Dano, a sacred tree is put on town of Hakata becomes filled with a festive mood, with attracted as large as 235,000 visitors. This year (6th SHANGHAI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL fire, and the ceremony is finished. A variety of exciting floats over 10m high exhibited at over a dozen spots year), it will be held at Incheon Dream Park from July 22 The Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF), founded events such as a dynamic mask drama are held during around the town. The climax of the festival is around a to 24. So far, a lot of famous musicians including in 1993, is China’s only A-category international film festi- the festival. Korean traditional art performances which minute before 5pm on the 15th of July. Under the gaze of renowned foreign bands have participated in the val accredited by the FIAPF. In the circumstance of global- include dance, music, folk play and narrative poetry in many people who have gathered in the middle of the Incheon Rock Festival. This year, there will be a variety of ization, China’s film industry grows rapidly. SIFF devotes oral tradition are performed as well. A variety of exciting night, at the sign of a drum, men carrying the Yamakasa fun and exciting events in which the audience is wel- itself to building up an international platform with four Korean folk games such as Korean Swing and Melaka River Fiesta West Lake Lotus Festival float dash out with full speed into the streets of Hakata. comed to participate in addition to enthusiastic perfor- main programs including Competition, SIFF Mart, SIFFO- (Korean wrestling) and dynamic Nongak (Korean farm- This vigorous festival, designated as a national intangi- mances by top musicians. RUM, and International Film Panorama, in an effort to ers’ music-dance) contest are held across the City of ble folk heritage, is worth seeing at least once in your promote the industry development and enhance cooper- Gangneung. In addition, national composition and lifetime. OSAKA, JAPAN | JUL. 24 TO 25 ation with the rest of the world. Supported by the - painting contests are held for students. Thanks to its TENJIN MATSURI ing economy and rising international status, Chinese film cultural uniqueness and artistic values, Gangneung HANGZHOU, CHINA | JUL. 1 TO AUG. 1 Venue: Throughout Osaka has drawn attention from all over the world for its role in Dano Festival was designated as one of ‘the Masterpiec- WEST LAKE LOTUS FESTIVAL If you are in Osaka in summer, don’t miss the fascinating lifting the country’s soft power. Every June, the Shanghai es of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity’ by Venue: West Lake Tenjin Matsuri Festival which is held on July 24 and 25 International Film Festival is a must-see event for film- the UNESCO in 2005. The lotus flower is synonymous with Chinese culture every year. It is believed that the god visits the followers makers and has established its reputation for its influence and certainly the lovely flower is popular in Hangzhou. during the festival period to ensure peace and tranquili- to present a multicultural film fair KAOHSIUNG, West Lake throws a festival in honor of this notable ty. Right now, Tenjin Matsuri is one of the three best fes- CHINESE TAIPEI | JUN. 6 TO 11 (LUNAR MONTH MAY 5-10) plant with a variety of fun events, including folk drama tivals of Japan. You can see a splendid street parade MELAKA, MALAYSIA | JUN. 1 TO 30 KAOHSIUNG DRAGON BOAT RACE performances, lotus (made of the roots and buds created by about 3,000 people in extravagant traditional MELAKA RIVER FIESTA Venue: Love River Gangneung Dano Festival Ipoh International Run of the plants) and flower shows. costume and about 100 boats sailing along the river. In Venue: Taman Rempah, Dataran Sungai Melaka falls on the 5th of the May lunar addition, you can enjoy spectacular fireworks at night. The water festival is full of excitement and fun-filled month. Aside from eating tamales, the HANOI, VIETNAM | JUL. 11 With a thousand-year history, Tenjin Matsuri offers you a activities along the Melaka River. This event is organized festival is highlighted by the dragon boat races, which CHEM TEMPLE FESTIVAL chance to see and learn the history, tradition and culture by the Melaka River and Beach Development Corpora- are held in many areas around the island. 2011 Kaohsi- Venue: Phuong Village of Osaka. On the eve, you can already feel the festive tion. You will be fascinated by the various activities that ung Dragon Boat Race will be held from June 6th until Chem Temple is located in Thuy Phuong village in mood in the city. With the beat of the drum at 4 o’clock have been arranged to make this festival as a memora- June 16th, 2010 on the Love River. It is expected that Hanoi's suburban district of Tu Liem. It is dedicated to Ly in the morning, the exciting eve party begins. ble one. there will be a total of 111 teams comprised of 59 com- Ong Trong, alias Ly Than, a legendary figure during the petitive dragon race teams and 52 traditional dragon reign of the Hung Kings. Ly Ong Trong was a native of POHANG, KOREA | JUL. 25 TO 26 BUSAN, KOREA | JUN. 3 TO 6 boat race teams participated in this year’s event. Visitors Chem area. When the Chinese Tan dynasty wanted to POHANG INTERNATIONAL FIREWORKS FESTIVAL BUSAN HAEUNDAE SAND FESTIVAL from elsewhere can be expected to enjoy a fascinating expand its territories, Ly Than made a great contribution Venue: North (Bukbu) Beach Venue: Haeundae Sand Beach and exciting array of dragon races. to this victory. Later, the Chinese Emperor entrusted Ly Pohang International Fireworks Festival presents ener- Busan Haeundae Sand Festival which was launched in Than with the task of safeguarding the northern frontiers getic marine sports in the daytime and lights up Yeongil 2005 in wish for the success of the APEC Summit 2005 MALAYSIA | JUN. 15 TO AUG. 31 Kaohsiung Dragon Boat Race Tenjin Matsuri against the Mongolian invaders. Ly Than's feat of arms Bay with a festive display of lights at night. The festival became one of the most famous festivals in Busan in just MALAYSIA MEGA SALE CARNIVAL was duly rewarded by the Emperor, who gave one of his is held at Hyeongsangang Athletic Park and North (Buk- three years since then. Last year alone, it attracted approxi- Venue: Throughout Malaysia princesses, Bach Ly Cung, in marriage to him. When he bu) Beach every summer. A variety of fun and exciting mately 900,000 tourists. It appears that it would attract Every summer, Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival offers a grew old, his statue was put at the entrance of the Shen- events (ex: international fireworks, ‘the City of Light’ per- more people this year. A variety of unique and exciting variety of items (ex: fashion , Haute Couture col- Yang fortress as deterrence against Mongolian invaders. formance, light parade, etc.) are held during the festival. hands-on programs are planned. Above all, Haeundae lection, jewelry, accessories, cosmetics, electronic Thinking that the statue was Ly Than, the invaders In addition, you can watch the Pohang Bada (Sea) Inter- Sand Festival has been successful due to its abundant pro- goods, Malaysian traditional , living goods, retreated. Every year, Chem Temple Festival in Hanoi is national Theater Festival and Light Arts Festival and par- grams, not just simple exhibitions such as sand sculptures. etc.) at good prices (15 to 70% OFF). During the carnival held from May 14 to May 16 (lunar calendar) in remem- ticipate in various hands-on programs such as experi- In addition, you can watch and at the same time experi- period, you can shop a variety of high-quality goods, brance of the hero. ence of the life of a marine / coast guard. In addition, ence things in person. Therefore, the festival has attracted stay in modern accommodations and enjoy delicious various summer sports (ex: Yacht, beach , etc.) people from all over the country. This year as well, a variety foods and soft drinks at low prices. The Malaysia Mega IPOH, MALAYSIA | JUL. 18 are held during the festival period. You can also watch of fun and exciting hands-on programs (ex: sand golf, sand Sale Carnival organized by Ministry of Tourism and IPOH INTERNATIONAL RUN many other exciting events such as International Musi- marathon, Ssireum (Korean wrestling) Contest, beach soc- Shopping Bureau of Malaysia has attracted approxi- Venue: Perak cal Fireworks Competition, Beach Culture Festival, Fire cer, beach volleyball, etc.) will be held for three days. In mately 5 million tourists every year. Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival Pohang International Fireworks Festival Founded in 1985 by Non-Governmental Organisation Dance, Light Fashion Show and Beach Musical Festival.

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up the winter tourism market in inland China, DIRECTOR GENERAL OF especially focusing on state capitals. Our mar- Shawkat Turdi URUMQI TOURISM BUREAU keting staffs have advertised Urumqi’s winter tourism in 30 major cities in China, Hong Kong, Japan, , Malaysia, Korea and India. The city is putting much effort in promoting the snow tourism products. Promotion has been carefully organized, invested, diversified and focused. For many years, promotion of winter tourism has been led by government, carried Located in the north of Tien Shan out by companies, and adjusted by market Mountains in China, Urumqi is the force. By adopting many marketing strategies state capital of Xinjiang Uyghur like advertising on cars, trains and planes, the Autonomous Region. It is the government and company effectively cooper- largest city and the center of How to develop and utilize tourist resources Tour, and systematically promoted this to 30 ated in promoting winter tourism of Urumqi. politic, economy, traffic and in Urumqi? major cities and countries like Beijing, Shang- The city also published brochure and media culture in West China. Once played Effectively using the government’s tourism hai, Hangzhou, Guangzhou and Hong Kong, materials about snow tourism. It also broad- a crucial role as the northern part fund, the city is focusing on developing advan- Singapore, Korea and . The city held the casted TV advertisements, receiving positive of the ancient Silk Road, the city is tageous tourist resources, securing important advertising event for more than a hundred responses. still attracting many tourists. tourist resources and consistently executing its times. Thanks to years of endeavor, as the We met Shawkat Turdi, Director development plans. Every year, 20 million CNY number of tourists coming to hotels and cus- How will you promote Urumqi to potential General of Urumqi Tourism of tourism fund is used to improve tourist infra- tomers through travel agencies grew rapidly. In visitors? Bureau to talk about the present structure in Urumqi. The city hosts festivals, 2010, 1.3 million tourists enjoyed winter tour- In China’s “11th Five-Year” Guidelines, the gov- and future of Urumqi, the develops the Ten Representative Tourist Spots ism. Snow Festival on the Silk Road was broad- ernment decided to cultivate large and interac- representative tourist city of China in Urumqi, actively promotes Urumqi’s tourism casted by local and foreign media, and winter tive tourism industry, and selected tourism as that is preparing to soar in 2011. in other cities, open up the Chinese market, tourism in Xinjiang is attracting much attention the main industry in Urumqi. It clarified that and improve the brand awareness and image from travel agencies outside Xinjiang. All these advantageous resources in Urumqi have to of Urumqi. By establishing the Seven Cities show that the development of winter tourism contribute to the development of industry and Tourism & Economy Partnership, the city opens in Urumqi has been quite successful. economy, and that Urumqi has to rapidly trans- a door to other cities, cooperates with them form from the center of Xinjiang into the and develops its resources. In order to create a unique winter tourism famous tourist city. In 2010, reflecting the con- Just like its name meaning ‘Beautiful cessfully hosting 2000 China Tourism Fair, the by providing subsidies, the city attracted a Under the principle of ‘Four-in-one’, the city product, the city government declared that the nections among Urumqi, Turfan and Tianchi, Pasture’, Urumqi boasts many attractions city government announced the goal of “estab- large amount of social fund invested in estab- improves its tourist infrastructure to provide entire city has to cooperate to improve the the government decided to develop one cen- with its abundant green areas, forests and lishing the city that has competitive economy lishing tourism infrastructure. Therefore, the city qualified and unique tourist products. The city brand image of winter tourism in Urumqi. From ter, four transportation routes and eight natural resources. Could you introduce us and well-known tourism.” In the early 2001, initially succeeded in creating a diverse tourism reinforces the control over tourism industry, 2003, the city carefully established a marketing planned regions in Xinjiang. Here, one center about Urumqi? Urumqi became “the outstanding tourist city investment system that consists of financial organizes the tourism market, and improves plan and strategy to create a brand image of refers to Urumqi – the transportation hub and Historically, Urumqi was the important city on in China. ”Its tourism office became an inde- budget, government bond and social funding. tourist environment. With the rapid develop- snow tourism on the Silk Road. It targeted tour- famous tourist city in China. Four transportation the northern part of ancient Silk Road. Currently, pendent organization, symbolizing the gradual The opening of Xinjiang Grand Bazaar, which ment and expansion of tourism industry in ists in developed areas like east coast cities routes consist of one connecting Urumqi and it is playing its role in the modern Silk Road as improvement of tourism in Urumqi. The city was constructed using CNY450million invest- Urumqi, the effective control over tourism and Huadong as its main customers. It opened Turfan, one connecting Urumqi and Fukang the second largest bridgehead connecting government emphasized that the entire city ments from Lande and Hongjing Group in industry is becoming more important, especial- (Part of Turfan-Urumqi Highway), one connect- Europe and Asia. Geographically, it is one of the has to focus on developing its tourism indus- Hong Kong, was the symbolizing event in ly to achieve the goal of “establishing the city ing Urumqi and Bingdaban (Part of Road main cities in Asia. The city boasts abundant, try. These all contributed in guiding and laying Urumqi’s tourism and urban development. that has competitive economy and well-known No.216) and one connecting Urumqi and Shi- large, diverse, qualified and exploitable tourist a foundation for Urumqi’s tourism industry. tourism.” hezi (Part of Road No.312). Eight planned resources, including mountains, glaciers, pine What is the biggest attraction of Urumqi as regions are Nanshan Baiyanggou, Juhuatai, forests, meadows, desert, water falls, ancient The city focuses on establishing tourism infra- a Tourist Destination? Is there any international event or festival Wulasitai and Xioquzi Rigion located on the heritages from the Silk Road era, diverse ethnic structure, and the development of “Four-in- Compared with the inland China, Urumqi has you are preparing in 2011? west of Urumqi River; Nanshan Dongbaiyang- cultures and mysterious fortress. It possesses one” project. In 2003 the city initiated the unique customs, music, dance, food, cos- Benchmarking the winter tourism in Haerbin, gou, Pingxiliangzi, Mt. Zhaobi Reigion on the 46% of 68 tourist resources in China, and 55% establishment of tourist attractions, invested a tume, history and culture. Erdaoqiao is the Urumqi started the snow festival on the Silk east of Urumqi River; Glacier Park in Mt. Boge- of 56 tourist resources in Xinjiang. large amount of budget and had much success center of ethnic cuisine, products and crafts; Road. Thanks to large supports from Urumqi da; Center of Asian Continent Region; Shuibig- with them. Effectively using the government’s Nanshan is the center of nature and nomadic government, major ski resorts in the city have ou Region; No.1 Glacier Region in Mt. Tianshan; What is the status quo of tourism in Urumqi? tourism fund, the city is focusing on developing culture like glaciers, mountains, forests, high quality and large area in a few years of Daban Region and Yueliangtaizi Region. It is The importance of tourism industry has been advantageous tourist resources, securing meadow, waterfalls and Nanshan Ranch. In time. Currently, there are 8 ski resorts with dif- the entire city’s vision to develop into well- emphasized with the active execution of gov- important tourist resources and consistently the winter, Nanshan is equipped with winter ferent levels and numbers of slopes, lift facili- known tourist city, improve the general func- ernment’s tourism development strategies. executing its development plans. The budget is sports facilities that are located near by and ties, high-quality service and a daily capacity of tions as a tourist city, and transform Urumqi Tourism industry in Urumqi successfully indus- used in developing tourism infrastructure in have favorable weather conditions. The area 5000 people. Also after analyzing advantages into “the best tourist city in China.” We aim to trialized itself, and became the core develop- Yaxin and Xuelianshan Golf Course & Ski also provides unique tourism products like and disadvantages of Urumqi’s tourism, the establish a tourist city and center that attracts ing industry in Urumqi. Tourism industry in Resort, Tianshan International Ski Resort, mountain tracking, desert exploration and a city developed the tourism product that com- tourists from inland China, Central Asia, and Urumqi started to soar from 2000. After suc- Pingxiliangzi Ski Resort and Dabancheng. Also, visit to the Silk Road. bines the Silk Road Tour, Snow Tour and Ethnic connects Europe with Asia.

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SPECIALITY OF SANYA Take a Rest Sanya has drawn great attention from the world. About a decade ago, it was just a small fishing village located at the southernmost tip of Hainan Island. Now, it is a dream of tourist destination called ‘China’s ’ thanks to warm weather throughout the year, long beach, hot spring, romantic hotels and resorts (approximately 200 accommodations), shopping street and depart- ment stores. Sanya is one of the fastest growing tourist cities. Many resorts and skyscrapers are under construction around the city. Therefore, Sanya will have a better look in the future. In terms of recreation and travel, Sanya is a perfect spot for all tourists. Here, let’s take a look at the must- visit destinations in Sanya recommended by Tourism Scope. Editor Jin-Joo Shin Photo Hyo-Jung Shin Cooperation Sanya Tourism Development Council In Sanya PHOTO GALLERY Where Is Sanya?

Sanya is a city located at the southernmost tip of Hainan Island. It consists of about 40 islands and has 19 ports. Thanks to moderate weather (25°C of annual mean temperature) and beautiful beach, it has been a top honeymoon spot to Chinese people and one of the most preferred tourist attractions to foreigners.

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1. The City of Sanya is located along the beautiful coast. An international port and high-rise apartments are viewed on the left side. The artificial island ‘the Phoenix Island’ has also seen at the construction site of a luxuri- ous resort. 2. Sanya is an international port city in which the International Cruise Island is situated. This interna- tional port which opened in 2006 has attracted 200 ships and 300,000 tourists until now. 3. Scenery of Dadonghai National Tourism Zone, one of the most popular beaches of Sanya. This beach is open to the public free of charge. 4. The Gold & Jade Kwan-Yin Status made of 150kg of gold stands tall at Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone in which Buddhist culture can be experienced. 5. A monk lost in meditation in front of the 108m-tall Sea- based Kwan-Yin Statue. 6. It is been said that happiness and welfare will come if you touch the Tianya Stone which literally means ‘Safe Stone’. 7. It is widely known that Li minority people have a high level of craft skills. You can meet old ladies from the Li minority making traditional costume using machine in the Binglanggu. 8. of Li minority. Unglutinous rice is steamed in bamboo stalks. You can taste this delicacy at the Binglanggu. 9. The Chunyuan Seafood Square offers a variety of fresh seafood at low prices.

20 21 Travel Point 01 Travel Point 02 Real Sanya Experience Relax in Sanya

TIME TRAVEL BACK TO 3,000 YEARS AGO ↓ LI MINORITY ETHNIC ↓ MIAO MINORITY ETHNIC BEST HOT SPRING IN HAINAN ↓ FISH THERAPY POOL ↓CHINESE TEA POOL BINGLANGGU VILLAGE GROUP GROUP SANYA PEARL RIVER NANTIAN HOT SPRING RESORT In this pool, you can have a Dr. In this tea spa, a teakettle draws In a 3,000 years history of Li Unlike the Li ethnic-minority Fish massage. Once you step great attention. You can smell There are about 20 ethnic minorities in Sanya. They account for about 50% of the total Minority ethic group, Bing Lang people who have loved singing Jhu Jiang Nantian Hot Spring is the largest open-air hot spring in Hainan. It consists of into the spa, fish will come and the savory and pleasant tea population of Sanya. Therefore, Sanya has unique culture with strong locality. You can is indispensable. The fruit with a and dancing, Miao ethnic- 67 themed baths which make Sanya special. Sanya is a perfect place where you can massage your body. It may feel leaves here. Due to small size, meet Li Minority and Miao Minority and experience their culture in the village. After all, unique smell and the shape of a minority people are courageous have a good rest in a hot spring bath. The hot springs are surrounded by tall palm trees. somewhat strange, but it is fas- this pool cannot accommodate rugged bark has been a symbol warriors. At the entrance to the cinating experience. a lot of people at busy time. Binglanggu is a kind of folk village. The ethnic-minority people have enjoyed singing of love, friendship and good village, you can see huge bull You can walk along the beautiful trail and have a bath in the spa you like. If you are with and dancing and put on fancy and loud clothes. They welcome tourists with a warm luck. If you eat this fruit with the skull which symbolizes bravery. children, the spas with amusement rides are recommended. They may look like a swim- ↓↓FRAGRANT LIQUOR smile on their face. In this village, you can meet old house site, warehouse, kitchen, grinded shells, it would facilitate They are larger and taller than Li ming pool. If you stay in a resort, you can have a free hot spring bath twice a day. You POOL brewery, craft studio and daily life museum. A tour guide gives explanations in Chi- blood circulation and good for a ethnic-minority people. They can go to the spa by a resort cart. Therefore, many tourists tend to stay and take a good As you can guess from the large long life. In fact, Li Minority have become warriors to protect oak barrel design, this hot nese, English and Korean. You can also taste and purchase local , snacks village has been famous as themselves from outsiders. They rest here for a long time (2 weeks to 1 month). The calm and laidback atmosphere and spring contains alcohol. and traditional liquor. ‘Long Life Village.’ In this village, have escaped from a war and modern facilities make you get rid of the stress and fatigue from the trip. However, the warm mineral Address Areca valley tourist resort of hainan ganza ridge primitive culture ⨐ ICP໛06003159ো Tel 0898-838882608 Admission Fee you can even meet a 105 years hidden themselves in the Address Nantian Tourism Haitang Bay City of Sanya China Tel 86-898-88819888 Website www.nantian-hot-spring.com water (40°C) has almost no CNY165 Website www.binglanggu.com old lady. tropical forest of Hainan. smell of alcohol.

BINGLANGGU Shopping Items

Bing Lang Leaf Tobacco More Thanks to moderate weather throughout the year, Hainan A PANORAMIC OBSERVATORY OF SANYA EXPERIENCE OF BINGLANGGU VILLAGE CULTURE presents ideal growing conditions for Bing Lang. It’s been LUHUITOU SCENIC AREA said, ‘Go to Hainan if you want to see Bing Lang in Wish to take a complete view of the City of Sanya, go to the Luhuitou Park. At the entrance, China.’ In addition, the leaf tobacco made of Hainan you can either ride a cart or walk along the forest trail (about 30 minutes walk). Luhuitou Bing Lang is very fascinating.ascinating. Price CNY 100 (1set) which literally means ‘a deer looks back’ has been named based on a local legend. Bing Lang Candyy According to the legend, a hunter chased down a deer up to the mountain cliff. When he If you are not familiarmiliar was trying to shoot an arrow, the deer disappeared all of sudden. Then, a beautiful lady with leaf tobacco, tryry the sweet Bing Lang appeared. They got married and lived a happy live. At the peak, you can meet a 12m-tall candy. Unlike other candies, you needeed statue of deer. This place offers an open panoramic view of the City of Sanya. On a fine to spit out the residue after suckingg up day, you can even view Kwan-Yin Statue at Nanshan Buddhism Cultural Tourism Zone. the juice. It feels like chewing the bbarkark of Address Luling lu, City of Sanya China Tel 86-898-88226472 Opening Time 07:30-22:00 Admission Fee CNY30 Website www.lhtnpa.com the trunk, it is kind of tasty. Price CNYNY 10 (five(five candiescandies))

Brocade Li people’s excellent hand skills were even known to the emperors of China. Travel Tip It’s been said that a Ming emperor FASCINATING NIGHT Meet old ladies from the Li Ladies are more beautiful Bravery of people from the ordered them to make dragon- MARKET TOUR ethnic minority with excessive tattoos? Miao ethnic minority patterned carpet. If the thread A night market is a must- Don’t forget to say hello to old The old ladies from the Li While those from the Li ethnic breaks, the carpet should be made visit destination in Sanya. ladies in traditional Li ethnic ethnic minority have tattoos all minority built a house on the from the beginning all over again. The night market in Sanya minority costume with a smile over their body. Some of them ground, people from the Miao Therefore, it took about six years to is not big, but it is very neat if you meet them on the street. even have geometrical patterns ethnic minority raise cattle finish the carpet. and tidy. A variety of In Binglanggu Village, you can on their faces. For the women and built a cottage on the fascinating items and see about 100 year old woman from the Li ethnic minority, in ground. The courageous Miao Shanlan Wine souvenirs are available. In Tropical Fruit Ice Cream Syabu-Syabu A Variety of Ornaments Made Coconut Food making traditional costume fact, tattoo was a means of people were larger and taller The ethnic-minority people loved liquor that they addition, you can get local Being thirsty due to hot summer You are free to choose the foods of Seashells Because of abundant palm using weaving machine. camouflaging themselves from than Li people. In Binglanggu even had a brewery in their village. Don’t miss to products such as palm tree weather in Sanya, try the you want such as mushroom Since Sanya is a beautiful trees, there are a variety of invaders. Beautiful ladies had Village, you can see a variety try tasty wines made of various ingredients such as coffee, adornment crafts tropical fruit ice cream. If you and meat that would be used to coastal city, you can easily get a coconut processed products in excessive tattoos, and It is said of thrilling performances such bamboo, coconut, banana and sweet potato. They and fruit at good prices. choose fresh fruit, it is grinded make a kebob. If you choose the variety of colorful seashell Sanya such as coconut coffee, that they had to hide their as climbing up a blade ladder are mostly very strong (50% or higher in the Directions 10 minute walk from and mixed with wheat flour right food you want, syabu-syabu is ornaments at good prices. They coconut candy, dried coconut Jiefang Road beauty. and walking on a hot stone. alcohol content). Price CNY 30 (125ml) away. Then, cool and tasty served right away. are good for gifts. and coconut pancake. sherbet is served.

22 23 Travel Point 03 Sea & Island Journey

EDGE OF THE SKY, RIM OF THE SEA TIANYA HAIJIAO (THE END OF THE EARTH) SCENIC ZONE It’s been said, ‘If you failed to visit the Tianya Haijiao Scenic Zone, you didn’t see the true beauty of Hainan.’ Tianya Haijiao Scenic Zone is one of the most attractive tourist attractions of Hainan Island. It is 23km away from the downtown. In the 2.8km-long beautiful beach, you can find huge five rocks facing the ocean. The natural rocks are so beautiful that it seems that they have been sculptured by an artist. At the entrance, you can meet ‘the Rock of Sun and Moon.’ In addition, you can find the rock which looks like the back of a monk’s head and Peach Rock and Turtle Rock which symbolize lon- gevity. The rocks here are special for their magnificence. They are also distinctive because this place is located at the southernmost tip of Hainan Island (so called ‘the end of the sky’). After all, these rocks symbolize the end of the earth and the ocean. During the Lunar New Year holiday, this place is crowded with a lot of people from all over China. Tel 0898-88910131 Admission Fee CNY65 Opening Time 07:30-18:50 Directions Located at the foothill of Mount Maling, 20km More from Sanya (Tianya Haijiao, Tianya Town, Sanya City) COW ISLAND HOT PLACE FOR MARINE SPORTS Cow Island is a little island connected to West Island through a WEST ISLAND bridge. You can enter into the island by a cart or bicycle. From the entrance, you should tour around on foot. The stone island Take a high-speed boat at the West Island Ferry and cruise for about 10 minutes. Then, is so small that you may be able to finish the tour within 30 a small, turtle back-shaped island appears. Glittering sand, green forest and transpar- minutes. You can enjoy calm and laidback surroundings walking ent seawater are very fascinating. Some visit West Island to enjoy the beautiful land- along the neat and pleasant trail. Because this island was in a military zone in the past, you can see many bunkers there. It is scape of the island and crystal beach. However, most people come here to enjoy prohibited to enter into the bunkers. At the peak, you can meet CITIZENS’ RESORT BEACH thrilling marine sports. The information center helps tourists effectively learn and enjoy a dynamic bronze statue of cow. DADONGHAI NATIONAL TOURISM ZONE a variety of marine sports such as scuba , snorkeling, jet , sea fishing, - Dadonghai Beach is the most vibrant and energetic ing, kayak and rock climbing. In case of the aquatic sports that require a certain level beach among Sanya’s top three beaches (Sanya Bay, ↑ HAIJIAO STONE ↗ NANTIAN YIZHU STONE ↑ TIANYA STONE of skills such as scuba diving and jet skiing, an experienced guard helps tourists learn Yalong Bay, Dadonghai Beach). It is open to the public Haijiao Stone standing right Nantian Yizhu Stone even Tianya Stone which means ‘Safe and enjoy the water adventure activities. Because the island is close to the inland area, behind Tianya Stone is known adorned the currency of China Stone’ is situated at the coast. throughout the year. Thanks to warm weather, it attracts you can visit the West Island as a day trip. If you want to enjoy the genuine excitement as ‘Stone of Good Luck.’ The in the past. Known as ‘Treasure The words were engraved on a lot of tourists. In particular, the beach is popular of water-sports activities, however, it is a good idea to stay in a resort in the West words were engraved by the Stone,’ Nantian Yizhu Stone is the stone by Cheng Zhe, the among young people. You can easily see people riding general Wang Yi, the local offi- the most famous rock in the official of Yazhou Country in the Island. West Island has been popular among divers because the water is 10-20m deep cial in the time of the Republic Tianya Haijiao Scenic Zone. This years of the emperor Yongzheng jet ski and banana boat, bathing in the sun and playing with beautiful coral reefs. You may be able to see fantastic coral reefs on a fine day if of China. It’s believed that if you symbolic rock is believed as ‘Pil- of Qing Dynasty. It’s been in the water. A lot of open-air cafes and live pubs in you are lucky. West Island is also famous for spectacular sunset. Don’t miss the roman- touch the stone, you will see lar of South Heaven’ believed that if you touch the which you can enjoy cool beer and cocktail are lined good luck. Therefore, you can stone, you will see happiness tic sunset during exciting aquatic sports activities. along the coast. This neat and clean beach also has easily see a lot of tourists touch- and prosperity. Address 8 Sea mile west of Downtown Sanya Tel 0898-88262007 Opening Time 08:00-17:30 Admission Fee CNY148 Website www. ing the rock. syxidao.com coast guards for tourists’ safety. Directions 4km in the southwest of Sanya City

More Wenchang Chicken Dongshan Mutton Hele Crab ANCOR BEER Wenchang Chicken is the most Dongshan Mutton is made of Hele Crab is sea crab caught in As Tsingtao Beer is famous and popular food in healthy sheep in Dongshan, the coast of Hainan Island. This famous in Qingdao, Hainan. It is often eaten in Hainan. Because the sheep in red crab is relatively small there is Ancor Beer Wenchang in the northeastern Dongshan lives on rare plants compared to general crabs. in Sanya. Ancor part of Hainan Island. Wenchang and grass, Dongshan Mutton During the Duanwu Festival or Beer is available in chickens live on the seeds of would be offered to the Thanksgiving Day, in particular, three types; dragon trees. The meat is tender emperors of China in the past. Hele Crab is very nutritious and Pilsner, Ice and and savory. Even though no In general, it is braised with savory. In general, steamed and Light. You can particular flavors are used, there eggplants. served. get the beer at Don't Miss is no smell of chicken. a supermarket. LET'S TASTE SANYA! There is a variety of fresh seafood. Come and try savory and delicious Hainan dishes. Here, let’s take a close look at top 3 cuisines of Hainan.

24 25 Travel Point 04 Travel Point 05 Culture & Theme Park Enjoy In Resort

BEST RESORT IN YALONG BAY GRAND METRO PARK RESORT Enjoy Shopping Yalong Bay is a peaceful and laidback beach, along which a lot of international-class resorts (more than 25 luxury resorts such as the Ritz-Carlton, Hilton and Sheraton) are Take Sanya! lined. Grand Metro Park Resort Sanya is situated between the Yalong Bay Central Square Shopping is one of the main attractions of the City and Yalong Bay International PGA Golf Course. Grand Metro Park Resort is divided into of Sanya. You can go to the largest DFS in Hainan Island, department store in which local brand villas (108 villas) and hotel resorts (110 rooms). In particular, hotel resorts have an indi- items are available and shopping street where vidual pool on the first floor. The luxurious 108 villas are the pride of Grand many young people hang out. Metro Park Resort. The huge beautiful resort (500 square meters) reminds of a small fascinating village. Even though the resort is about 25km away from the downtown, it is a perfect spot to spend a holiday. For honeymooners, a romantic villa is recommended. In the villa, living space and bedrooms are fully separated. It features a swimming pool, spa pavilion, massage pool, little garden and outdoor shower. Because a river flows in the opposite of the villas, you would not be disturbed by anyone in the villa. If you are on a trip with your family, a family villa which features two bedrooms and two bath- rooms is recommended. In addition, Executive Villa features three bedrooms and bar- becue garden for a small party. You can use a cart anytime. Because there are restau- rants and pubs in the resort, you can relax and have a good rest. FASCINATING RESORT IN WHICH TAOIST CULTURE CAN BE Address Yalong Bay National Resort District Sanya Tel 0898-8859-8888 Website www.metroparkhotels.com NANSHAN DONGTIAN PARK Contact [email protected] This tourist destination is situated at the foothill of Mount Nanshan. It was built during GLOBAL BRAND COLLECTIONS SANYA DUTY FREE STORE (CDF) the Song Dynasty. Here, you can feel 800 years old Taoist culture. Unlike Nanshan Cul- In this duty-free shop, you can meet the world’s top 100 brands. A TOURIST SPOT WHERE 108M-TALL KWAN-YIN tural Tourism Zone in which Buddhist atmosphere is strong, Nanshan Dongtian Park is It opened about a year ago. Thanks to spacious space and STATUE IS SITUATED like a tourist resort, featuring museum of natural history and neat coastal promenade. pleasant atmosphere, it is great a place to shop with relaxation. NANSHAN CULTURAL TOURISM ZONE There are five must-see tourist attractions in Nanshan Dongtian Park. If you walk along Some clerks are able to speak English, Korean, Japanese and Russian as well as Chinese. You can get coconut foods and other Sanya is a city where Buddhist culture flourished. There- the coastal promenade, you can meet them one by one. First, it is the Bronze Statue of local products. fore, the largest Buddhist cultural tourist destination in Dragon King of the South Sea, a deity which guards the sea. Don’t miss to visit Grotto Address No.19 Xia Yang Tian-Yu Asian Avenue, Sanya City, Hainan Tel 0898- 88816666 Opening Time 10:00-22:00 Website www.cdfg.com.cn Hainan has been developed. It is like a theme park Heaven which has been preserved since the ancient times. If you go into the dark cave, where you can enjoy Chinese longevity culture and lei- you can find a narrow path which is connected to the opposite side. The old evergreen LOCAL BRANDS AND sure activities. Therefore, even though you don’t believe pines which are easily found across Nanshan would be called ‘fossil tree’ with a scien- ACCESSORY STORE in Buddhism, it is still a charming place to experience tific name of ‘Dragon Draceana.’ There are about 30,000 old evergreen pines here. SANYA SUMMER MALL They have been a symbol of longevity. In addition, the Immortal Turtle of South Sea, a Sanya Summer Mall is a 6-story Chinese culture. This tourist spot is so large that it would department store which is take a quarter of a day to finish the tour even in a cart. deity which guards the earth and the sky, and the museum of ancient culture called about 5-minute walk from Hence, it is recommended to visit in the morning. If you ‘House of Xuanmiao’ will attract you. Dadonghai Beach. You can get Address Nanshan Dongtian Park Yachen Town Sanya City Tel 0898-88830188 Website www.sanyapark.com on an elevator in the outside of pass through the Dharma-Door of Nonduality, Kwan-Yin the building. It features luxury Temple in which 33 Kwan-Yin statues are enshrined watch brands (ex: Gucci, Tudor, appears. People come here and pray for longevity, Tissot, etc.), cosmetics and premium living brands (ex: health and fortune in front of the Buddhist statues. Wor- Rosenthal, etc.) on the 1st floor ship begins at 3 o’clock in the afternoon every day. Any- and local brand clothes on the one is welcome to the religious service. The most 2nd, 3rd and 4th floors. There is famous spot in Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone is the a supermarket on the 5th floor. You can get a tax return if you spend more than CNY800. 108m-tall, sea-based Kwan-Yin statue. It’s been said that Address No.1 Haiyun Road Dadong Sea Sanya Tel 0898-88223333 the statue is so large that it can even be seen in an air- Opening Time 10:00-22:00 plane. It stands tall in a mystic manner in front of the 7km-long pebble beach. It has three Buddha images which symbolize peace, wisdom and mercy respectively. It has been reported that natural disasters such as Don’t Miss MOON BAY RESORT typhoon have decreased since the statue was built in Moon Bay Resort is a vacation villa-type 2005. It is also recommended to see Gold & Jade Kwan- resort located in the Nanshan Dongtian Park. A total of 59 cottage-shaped villas Yin Statue. As one of the most precious national trea- ↑ YALONG BAY BEACH ↑ V·SPA make the resort look like a fascinating YOUNG SHOPPING STREET sures of China, Gold & Jade Kwan-Yin Statue is made of Yalong Bay Beach is close to the Grand Metro Park A reliable spa program is essential for recreation. village in a fairy tale. With the backdrop of JIEFANG ROAD Resort. There are coast guards and beach bars for In the V SPA which features luxurious hair salon gold and various jewels. For example, about 400 gems the blue ocean, this resort creates a Jiefang Road located in the heart of the downtown of Sanya is a tourists’ safety and convenience. You can also and refined fitness center, Aromatherapy Massage were used for a crown alone. There is the world’s largest charming and romantic atmosphere. In vibrant and energetic car-free shopping street. A variety of enjoy aquatic sports such as jet skiing and banana (60 min. / 80 min.) is the most popular. For particular, a bathroom with open ceiling is fashion brand shops are lined on both sides of the 200m-long ink stone (‘Dragon-Phoenix’) which has been registered boat accompanied by a guard. A shuttle bus honeymooners, a full-course massage which located on the outside of the house. This street. In addition, you can find a cluster of small shops in which on the Guinness Book of World Records in front of the departs at the lobby every 30 minutes. It takes includes foot bath and sauna in a private space is beautiful resort make you feel like you are local products are sold. about 5 minutes to the beach. recommended. You can get massage in the open- Gold & Jade Kwan-Yin Statue. in a forest in Northern Europe. Directions 2nd Jiefang Road, downtown Sanya air Spa Pavilion if you want. Tel 0898-88837888 Opening Time 08:00-18:00 Admission Fee CNY150 Website www. Tel 0898-88830188 Website www.sanyapark.com nanshan.com Directions Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone, 40km in the southwest of Price Aromatherapy Massage CNY580-780, Traditional Chinese Sanya City Massage CNY500-680

26 27 CITY TOUR1 GWANGJU, KOREA

THREE WAYS FOR ENJOYING THE ART&CULTURE CITY Finding 光州! Glorious Gwangju!

Gwangju – a dynamic city that yearned for democ- ratization in 1980s. The city, with its proud history, is to talk about the future and right in the middle of transformation. In the city where the present and future harmonize together, we visited diverse art galleries and museums. It was thrilling to wit- ness dynamic energy of the city that embraces tra- dition and history. Let’s start a journey to Gwangju, a city of light, where history and culture lively coex- ist together.

Editor Seon-ae Yoo Photograph Choong-geun Oh Cooperation Tourist Promotion Division, Gwangju Metropolitan City www.gwangju.go.kr

28 29 Mudeung Road Gwangju Station

Yudong Healthy Food Street

Gwangju On My Way, Gwangju-1 THE ZENITH OF ASIAN CULTURE 2014 NATIONAL ASIA CULTURE Daein Market KUNSTHALLE Kmnam Road COMPLEX PROJECT When you look at this unique-shaped container box, you will immediately feel that Kunsthalle National Asia Cul- Dong-gu, Reminiscing Gwangju Gwangju Art Street ture Complex Gwangju is not just a typical gallery. 'Kunsthalle', ‘Art Hall’ in German, is a culture complex National Asia Project, planned Culture Complex designed and operated by a German company ‘Platoon’. Artworks exhibited in Kunsthalle to be completed May 18th Before Gwangju International Airport was constructed, Gwangju Station and Gwangju Intercity Bus Democracy Square Gwangju are unfamiliar yet impressive for they are rarely found in the normal art world. It hosts by 2014, will Terminal were the only linkage to other areas. Dong-gu, where both station and terminal are located, various events, exhibition in different genres and programs by cooperating with local and foreign become a space of creation that used to be the heart of Gwangju. In the meantime, Seo-go has taken its position gradually, Dong-gu is Mudeung Mt. young artists. Also, the center offers diverse events like flea market, DJ Night and Movie Time. If embraces Asian culture. With the former Province still the place showing the history and prosperity of Gwangju. Starting with the May 18th Democracy you want to know more about the evolving modern art, Kunsthalle is a must place. Office as the center, the complex will include major facilities like 5 performance halls, 2 squares, 3 exhi- Square, a shrine for democratization of Korea, let’s walk down to lively Daein Market and young and Directions In front of Asia Culture Complex Site (Former Province Office) By Subway Culture Complex Station Exit 4 Address 13 Gwangsan-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City Tel 062-236-0730~3 Opening hours 11:00~20:00 (Closed on Mondays and holidays) Entrance fee free Website bition halls and 2 libraries. If you want to witness energetic Chungjangro. www.kunsthalle-gwangju.com Gwangju’s new cultural project in advance, you can visit Asia Culture Complex Promotion Hall. YUDONG HEALTHY FOOD STREET Directions 3F Chungjang-ro YMCA Building Address 19-8, Geum- GWANGJU namro1-ga, Dong-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City Tel. 062-230- YEONGMI ORITANG (DUCK ) 0100 Opening hours 10:00~18:00 Entrance fee free Website www. STATION cct.go.kr Gwangju duck broth is among the five representative cuisines of TOURISM Gwangju. There are many duck restaurants located behind Dong-gu INFORMATION CENTER Hyundai Department Store. Gwangju duck broth has thick soup made of perilla seeds. Dipping duck meat and water cress in perilla-added red pepper sauce, that’s the way how the locals enjoy the dish! Among many restaurants, Yeongmi Oritang serves the most authentic dish and is always packed with people. The place is easy to find with its well- managed parking lot at the entrance of street.

Directions By Bus Suwan49, Songam72, Yudeok65, Imgok89, Geumnam58, Duam81. Get off at Hyundai Department Store Address 102-31, Yu-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City Tel 062-527-0248~9 Price Duck broth 38000 KRW, Roast duck 40000 KRW There are 5 tourism information centers in Gwangju, located in VIVID IMAGE OF LIFE Dong-gu, Buk-gu and Gwangju Air- DAEIN MARKET port. The center provides a bro- chure that contains a map of If you want to experience the local life of Gwangju, you have to visit Gwangju and accommodation Daein Market. Located in the opposite side of former Gwangju Intercity information from guesthouse to Terminal, the market used to be the center of Gwangju, and has rich elegant hotels. The center also pro- vides a guidebook in English, Chi- history accordingly. Though not as prosperous as in the past, the mar- nese and Japanese. ket is still busy with wholesale dealers selling seafood and vegetables. Directions In front of Gwangju Station Tel 062-522-5147 Opening hours 09:00~18:00 It is especially famous for seafood items. Available languages English, Japanese and Chinese Directions By Subway Geumnam4-ga Station Exit 3 or Geumnam5-ga Exit 6. By Bus Bongseon37, Yongjeon184, Ilgok180, Geumnam58, Duam81 Address 310-9, Daein-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju Tel 062-223-1421

FOUR DIFFERENT SEASONS, FOUR DIFFERENT SCENES MUDEUNG MT. The beauty of Gwangju is inseparable from RECHARGE WITH YOUNG ENERGY FIERCE MOMENT OF HISTORY Mudeung Mountain. This magnificent CHUNGJANG-RO MAY 18TH DEMOCRACY SQUARE mountain is fully surrounded by breathtak- Chungjang-ro is a fashion street full of dynam- May 18th Democracy Square is a symbolic ing pillars like Ipseokdae and Seoseokdae. ic energy. You will see the brand new fashion place in Korea’s democratic history. On May In spring, azaleas cover the entire moun- trend and fashionable people walking by. 18, 1980, citizens of Gwangju rose up against tain in ; in fall, autumn leaves and sil- SPRING TIME’S COFFEE SILVER CRAFT SHOP BEAUTY OF DAILY LIFE CAFÉ SAWOL (APRIL) EUN MANDEULGI (MAKING SILVER) Chungjangro1-ga to 3-ga is filled with mega- illegal military dictatorship, and called for ver grass adds an elegant ambience to the GWANGJU ART STREET Beside galleries and antique shops adding Eun Mandeulgi is a silver accessory shop sized fashion malls, boutiques and accessory democracy. In front of the former Province mountain; in winter, it is covered in snow. Just as Paris has Montparnasse, Gwangju as the Art Street! The street, an elegant ambience to the Art Street, that sells customized silver items and read- shops. Products range from designer labels to Office as the platform, the citizens including It is enjoyable to climb the mountain and modern and cozy cafés like Café Sawol ymade accessories. It exhibits and sells sil- stretching 300 meter from Gwangju Dongbu Police Station to Jungang- brightens up the street. Decorated with ver crafts designed and handmade by shop innovative items.Especially Judan Street is high school students held numerous rallies, see its changing colors. Beside the original ro, displays the traditional culture in the downtown. Though only a five artworks and interior items, the café is a owner. When you request an accessory located in Chungjangro4-ga, where numerous and fiercely fought for democracy. The histori- trails, there are three old trails going up to minutes walking distance, the street is packed with 90 attractive spots suitable place for having a relaxing time. design to the shop, a designer creates a sil- Hanbok (Korean traditional clothing) shops cal movement is known to the quintessence of the mountain. Enjoy the spring sunshine at roof-top terrace! ver item. The shop also provides silver craft like galleries, art shops, stationary store, antique shop, theater and tra- classes twice a week. sell variety design of Hanbok. the political democracy in Korea. Directions By Bus No. 09, 35, 50, 51, 54, get off at Jeungsimsa Directions In the opposite side of Dongbu Police Sta- Temple or No. 1187, get off at Wonhyosa Temple Address San ditional café. tion Address 79-2, Daeui-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju Directions In the opposite side of Dongbu Police Sta- Directions By Subway Line 1 Culture Complex Station Exit 3. By Bus Directions By Subway Culture Complex Station Exit 4 Address 5-1 209-5, Geumgok-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City Tel Metropolitan City Tel 062-222-6942 Opening hours tion Address 79-2, Daeui-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju No. 1000, 1187, 518, Seokgok87, Geumnam55, Geumnam56, Geumnamro1-ga, Dong-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City Tel 062-456- 062-365-1187 Opening hours 00:00~24:00 Website mudeung- Directions By Subway Line 1 Geumnam4-ga Station Exit 4, Culture Complex Station Exit 4 By Bus 10:00~24:00 Price Americano 2800KRW, Black Tea Metropolitan City Tel 062-433-4088 Opening hours Geumnam57 Address 1 Chungjangro, Dong-gu, Gwangju 0518 Website www.518.org san.gjcity.net Cheomdan09, Songjeong98, Pungam61, Jiwon45, Cheomdan95 Latte 3800KRW 11:00~22:00

30 31 Yangil Road Namdo Traditional Food Museum

On My Way, Gwangju – 2 Road Museum

Jungoe Park Gwangju National Museum Bukmoom Road Gwangju Municipal GANG DEOK-SOON TRADITIONAL SWEET SHOP Buk-gu, The Center of Folk Museum DADAM Gwangju Biennale Exhibition Dadam is a café that serves traditional tea and tea cookies. The place is suitable for having a Gwangju Municipal Culture and Art Museum of Art small chat with friends and enjoying the traditional tea culture. Ddeok () sold in Dadam is not mass-produced in plants, but handmade using natural ingredients. You can enjoy a wide

Biennale Road Buk-gu is home of National Museum, Municipal Museum of Art, Municipal Folk Museum and Gwangju variety of rice cake, traditional sweets and teas like chrysanthemum and puer. Green tea shake is Biennale Exhibition Hall. It is a place where you can enjoy the culture of Gwangju in the most classic way. well worth-trying for foreigners who are not so familiar with the traditional taste. Every year, Gwangju Kimchi Culture Festival attracts thousands of foreigners to Buk-gu, and Gwangju Directions 1F Municipal Museum of Art in Jungoe Park, Buk-gu Address 1004-4, Yongbong-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City Tel 062-522- Biennale, held every other year, colors Buk-gu with magnificent colors. 4100 Opening hours 09:00~23:00 Website www.idadam.co.kr

LIVING HISTORY PAST AND FUTURE OF HONAM ART GWANGJU MUNICIPAL FOLK MUSEUM GWANGJU MUNICIPAL MUSEUM OF ART Enter the museum, a traditional rural village in The reason Gwangju has been called ‘Yehyang’, the Material Culture Exhibition Hall appears the art village, is that there have been many before your eyes. The typical residential artists. To support artists actively, Gwangju house of Jeollanam-do is exhibited in the hall Municipal Museum is established. The Perma- and it shows the lifestyle, food culture and liv- nent Exhibition Room displays the artwork of ing items in the region. The replicas of the young artists on a theme by theme basis. The ancient lifestyle, agriculture, fishing are also Heo Baekryeon Memorial Room exhibits inno- in display there. Both indoor and outdoor vative oriental paintings and Oh jiho Memorial exhibition all have historic values, so we rec- room exhibits the first generation of western ommend you to take your time to look paintings. Donated artworks of well-known around the museum carefully. 20th century artists including Chagall, Picasso Directions By Bus Sangmu63, Songjeong29, Munheung48, get off at and Andy Warhol are exhibited as well. Municipal Folk Museum Address 1004-4, Yongbong-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City Tel 062-613-5337 Opening hours 09:00~ Directions By Bus Sangmu63, Songjeong29, Munheung48, get off at 18:00 (Last entrance: 30 minutes before closing, closed on Mondays) Municipal Folk Museum. Address 1004-4, Yongbong-dong, Buk-gu, Entrance fee Adult 500KRW Website http://gjfm.gjcity.net Gwangju Metropolitan City Tel 062-613-7100 Opening hours 09:00~18:00 (Last entrance: 30 minutes before closing, open until 21:00 on Wednesdays, closed on Mondays) Entrance fee free Website http://www.artmuse.gwangju.go.kr

SPECIAL EXHIBITION IN SPRING “THE DREAM OF BUTTERFLY” Under the themes UNDER THE TIME-HONORED TILE ROOF of lively nature, GWANGJU NATIONAL MUSEUM exciting art, sci- Gwangju National Museum exhibits the spirit ence and future, the exhibition of Korea through and cultural presents interest- heritage. The outdoor exhibition includes ing and easy-to- ‘Gwangju Jangwoon-dong Five-storied Stone understand art to family visitors. The artwork with diverse colors and materials, Hollywood movies and Stupa’ from Goryo Era and ‘Celadon Kiln from A TO Z ABOUT NAMDO CUISINE! GWANGJU KIMCHI Disney characters are exhibited to encourage chil- Gangjin Yongwoon-ri’ that tells about the NAMDO TRADITIONAL FOOD MUSEUM CULTURE FESTIVAL dren to be interested in art. Exhibition period Until structure of celadon klin in Goryo Era and the As you step into the museum, you are imme- May 15, 2011 Location Exhibition Hall 3, 4 production procedure of Goryo Celadon. Visi- diately confronted with large jar-shaped sculp- tors can appreciate the ancient Buddhist cul- ture. Beside the sculpture, photos of colorful THE CENTER OF CULTURE GWANGJU BIENNALE EXHIBITION HALL ture of Korea at the gallery of Buddhist Art Namdo Foods exhibited to amaze your eyes CULTURE WALK OF JUNGOE PARK Gwangju Biennale is an international contemporary art fair held every other year. The biennale is and a painting art gallery on the first floor. The and give you a good appetite. The Permanent Jungoe Park is good for the relax in nature at the center of Gwangju Asian Culture Project that aims to transform Gwangju into the culture galleries exhibit National Treasure No. 103, Exhibition Room for Traditional Foods is the and various amusement facilities in down- hub and communicate with other cities in Korea, Asia and the world. The biennale involves Stone Lantern Carved 2 Lions in Jungheungsa highlight of museum. It showcases the dietary town. Municipal Museum of Art, Municipal 80~100 artists from 35 countries, and exhibits diverse and profound images of major issues and Temple and Buddhist artworks like Cheong- culture of Jeollanam-do from the Neolithic age Folk Museum and Biennale Exhibition Hall innovative ideas. Various artworks are regularly exhibited in the hall, so it is worth visiting. donggeumgo (a cash box made of bronze) to modern times through graphic panels, vid- are located in the park. On holidays, the park Directions By Bus Yongbong83, Sangmu64, get off at Biennale Exhibition Hall Address San 149-2, Yongbong-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City Tel 062-608-4114 Opening hours 10:00~18:00(Closed on Mondays) Entrance fee Promotion hall and special exhibition hall is for free and Geumdongyeoraeipsang (a Buddhist eos, touch screens and heritages. You can is packed with people going on picnics. It is Website http://www.gb.or.kr stature) found in Gwangju area. The museum also look at the authentic dishes of Gwangju, especially famous for picturesque autumn From 1994, the festival has been held in October in leaves. The Rainbow Bridge at the entrance offers a voice guide through exhibition, so it such as grilled beef of Gwangyang, Ddeokgal- Gwangju Metropolitan City. It is divided into ’watching 2011 GWANGJU DESIGN BIENNALE is okay if you do not have any information bi of Damyang, steamed skate of Mokpo and part’ and ‘experiencing part’. The watching part exhib- of Gwangju is a symbol of Biennale, and is DESIGN IS DESIGN IS NOT DESIGN 圖可圖非常圖, about exhibited artworks. The guide is offered Songpyeon of Gwangju. Tourists can also par- its traditional kimchi, fermented foods in different where Gwangju Biennale and Kimchi Culture countries, kimchi dishes and history of kimchi. The Inspired by the first words of Do Duk Kyeong (Tao Te Ching, 道德經), the title of 4th in English as well. ticipate in the experience program and cook experiencing part consists of events and performanc- Festival are held. Gwangju Design Biennale adopts but replaces 道(do) with 圖(do) in No Ja’s first sen- Directions By Bus Songjeong29, Munheung48, Sangmu63, Yongjeon84, these dishes by themselves. es like kimchi making, kimchi king contest and a street Directions By Bus Yongbong83, Sangmu64, get off at Biennale tence, “Do(道) that can be expressed is not the eternal Do(道).” 2011 Gwangju Yongjeon85, Cheomdan95, get off at Gwangju Museum Address San83- Exhibition Hall Address 164, Unam-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju Design Biennale exhibits traditional Asian values and at the same time presents the Directions By Bus Cheomdan30, Geumnam56, Geumnam57, get off at market that sells kimchi ingredients and kimchi. 3, Maegok-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju Tel 062-570-7000 Opening hours Metropolitan City Tel 062-613-7124 new vision of design. The biennale will be held for 52 days from September 2, 2011 09:00~18:00(Tuesday~Friday) / 09:00~21:00(Saturday and January to traditional food museum. Address 779-2, Samgak-dong, Buk-gu, Location Around Gwangju Municipal Museum Tel. 062-613-3641 December) / 09:00~19:00(Sunday and Holiday) / Closed on Mondays Gwangju Tel 062-575-8883 Opening hours 09:00~18:00(Closed on Website http://kimchi.gwangju.go.kr to October 23, 2011. Entrance fee free Website http://gwangju.museum.go.kr Mondays) Website www.namdofoodmuseum.go.kr

32 33 Gwangju City Hall

May 18th Memorial Park Kimdaejung On My Way, Gwangju – 3 Convention Center

Gwangju Songjeong Gwangju Station Bitgoeul Traditional World Cup Stadium International Tomorrow of Gwangju, Music Inheritance Center Airport No.2 Ring Road Gwangsan-gu & Seo-gu Pungam Reservoir

Seo-gu and Gwangsan-gu are emerging new towns of Gwangju. Major government buildings are located in Seo-gu, where modern restaurants, new memorial hall and convention center are in place. If you look forward to the tomorrow of Gwangju, Gwangsan-gu and Seo-gu. TIME TO MEET KOREAN TRADITIONAL MUSIC BITGOEUL TRADITIONAL MUSIC INHERITANCE CENTER Bitgoeul Traditional Music Inheritance Center attracts tourists with its Janggu (traditional music instrument of Korea) shaped appearance. In a broad concept, Gukak (traditional Korean music) refers to the music of Korea and the unique and traditional music of Korean ethnic culture. Bitgoeul Traditional Music Inheritance Center, CARING THE ENVIRONMENT AND CITIZEN GETTING TO located beside the World Cup Stadium, is inheriting and WORLD CUP STADIUM GWANGJU developing traditional music by creating, collecting,

THE PAINFUL WOUND OF HISTORY It is an eco-friendly stadium that intends lesser harm to *BY CAR After passing teaching and exhibiting traditional Korean music. Tour- MAY 18TH MEMORIAL PARK the environment. The walking street around the stadium Cheonan Intersection on ists can enjoy the free performance held for 90 minutes The park is a shrine that consists of the Memo- was built using recycled wood, and is therefore rather Gyeongbu Expressway from 7 pm on Thursdays. (about 1 hour 40 minutes) rial Culture Center, the Student Education Cen- relaxing. The stadium treats the sewage water from and Yeosan Rest Area on Directions To World Cup Stadium Address 790 Geumho-dong, Seo-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City Tel 062-350-4554~7 Opening hours 09:00~18:00 (Opened until 17:00 ter, statues and performance facilities. Dae- swimming pool, and uses it for gardening and cleaning. Honam Expressway (about on holidays and in winter, closed on Mondays, Lunar New Year and national holidays) THE FESTIVAL OF SPRING FLOWERS dong Square, where the round fountain sym- It also lightens 22 colonnade lightings and 30 lawn light- 74 minutes), get into Yudeok Entrance fee Adult 500KRW Website http://seogu.gwangju.kr Interchange. It takes about KIMDAEJUNG CONVENTION CENTER bolizing the May 18th spirit is installed, is the ings. There are amusement park and sport park around 4 hours in total, and the Kimdaejung Convention Center is the first exhibition and convention facilities in highlight of the park. The wall filled with those the stadium. They attract many family visitors on holi- expressway fee costs about THE MEETING POINT OF SEO-GU CITIZENS Honam area. The is a business center that offers a large space that can accom- who died in the May 18th movement. In front days. It will be nice to escape from car-packed down- 20000 KRW. PUNGAM RESERVOIR modate 500 booths, a large meeting room for 1200 people and 10 small meet- of the wall is an unforgettable statue of mother town and enjoy yourself riding inline skate and bicycle. * BY TRAIN There are Pungam Reservoir, or Pungam Lake, is located near Mugunghwa train, Sae- ing rooms. The center hosts large-scale exhibitions and conventions, and and son. A crying mother holding her dying Directions Pungam06, Songam74, Cheomdan20, Pungam16, Pungam26, get off at World Gwangju World Cup Stadium. Though it is not large, the Cup Stadium Address 423-1 Pungam-dong, Seo-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City maeul train and KTX from Gwangju Flower Fair is held from March 25, 2011 to April 3, 2011. Don’t miss the Kimdaejung Hall son describes the painful wound of Korean Tel 062-604-2002 Opening hours 00:00~24:00 Website http://worldcup.gjcity.net Yongsan Station to Gwangju reservoir is beautifully surrounded by pine tree forests, at the entrance of lobby. You can look at the statue, videos, writings, collection and souvenirs of history to visitors. Station and Gwangju and has breathtaking reflection of forest on its surface. It Songjeong Station. KTX President Kim Dae-jung, who fought for democracy, human right and peace between two Koreas. Directions By Bus Seogu760, Geumho46, 518, Sangmu64, Sangmu63, is a nice relaxing spot where you can watch cute ducks Sangmu62 Address 1268 Ssangchon-dong, Seo-gu, Gwangju Tel 062- takes about 2 hours 50 min- Directions By Subway Line 1 Kimdaejung Convention Center Station Exit 5. By Bus Ilgok38, Sangmu64. Address 1159-2 Chipyeong-dong, Seo-gu, 376-5197 Opening hours 00:00~24:00 Entrance fee free Website utes and costs 35000 KRW. and swans. With well-managed statues, roses and arbore- Gwangju Tel 062-611-2000 Entrance fee free Website www.kdjcenter.or.kr http://518center.gjcity.net Tel. 1544-7788 tum of Jungang Park harmonizing together, the reservoir is *BY BUS There are express the meeting point long been cherished by Seo-gu citizens. bus from Seoul Gangnam Directions By Bus Songam47, Jiwon45, Geumnam59, Jinwol78, Daechon71, Seogu760, NOBLESS HOTEL Central Terminal and Dong- get off at Pungam Reservoir Address Pungam-dong, Seo-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City seoul Bus Terminal from Nobless Hotel is an economy hotel entitled as Clean 05:00 to 23:55. The bust Accommodation by Gwangju Metropolitan City and takes about 4 hours and Good Stay (Outstanding accommodation) by Korea costs about 20000 KRW. National Tourism Organization. It *BY AIR There are seven offers cheaper price one-way airplanes from than other tourist Gimpo Airport to Gwangju hotels, but keeps International Airport every itself clean by SONGJEONG-RI TRADITIONAL JUST AS GOOD AS MEGA-SIZED day. The airplane costs about 55000 KRW. Tel. 062- steam-washing bed DDEOKGALBI STREET SUPERMARKET linens and towels. It 940-0214 MINCED BEEF PATTIES offers simple cere- SONGWON DDEOKGALBI SONGJEONG 5-DAY MARKET als and ddeok for Ddeokgalbi is made by adding 20 spices like The traditional market is opened for five days breakfast until 10, green , and to minced in Songjeong-dong, Gwangsan-gu. It is one of FOR A RELAXING SHOPPING TIME so fill yourself up before starting your beef. It is named ‘ddeokgalbi’ for its square few traditional 5-day markets opened in down- LOTTE OUTLET GWANGJU WORLD CUP BRANCH journey. ‘ddeok’-like shape. The street beside Gwangsan- town. Once it was the central market of South- Outlet offers a variety of products essential for tourists at the attractive price that is Directions Behind Seo- gu Office in Songjeong-ri serves the most western Jeollanam-do, and was famous for 5~20% lower than in downtown. Lottemart is a culture complex that is easily accessi- gu Lottemart Address 1230-7 Chipyeong-dong, authentic ddeokgalbi. Unlike other ddeokgalbi, trading agricultural products. You can still wit- ble and offers various performances as well as shopping experience. The outlet has Seo-gu, Gwangju Songjeong ddeokgalbi mixes half beef and half ness its dynamic energy. With a variety of items spacious shops and comfortable atmosphere. Also the outlet has sufficient parking Metropolitan City Tel 062-385-1100 Price pork to add some grease to the dish. The restau- it offers, Songjeong 5 Day Market is just as lots parking lots in the World Cup Stadium, so don’t worry about parking, and focus on Single from 55000 KRW Website www. rants also serve beef broth soup with ribs in it. good as any mega-sized department store. shopping! noblesseht.co.kr Address 830-6 Songjeong2-dong, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City Tel Address 884-1 Songjeong-dong, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju Tel 062-944- Directions Pungam06, Songam74, Cheomdan20, Pungam16, Pungam26, get off at World Cup Stadium Address 423-2 Pungam-dong, 062-944-0366 Price Ddeokgalbi 11000 KRW (1 person), bibimbap 6000 KRW 1026 Opening day On 3·8·13·18·23·28 every month Seo-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City Tel 062-610-2500 Opening hours 10:00~24:00 Website http://company.lottemart.com

34 35 CITY TOUR 2 JAKARTA, INDONESIA

JAKARTA HOTEL & RESTAURANT Exciting Jakarta Tour For 4 Days

Indonesia consists of 17,860 beautiful islands. Among them, about seven thousand islands are uninhabited, and about twelve hundred islands are not named yet. Most people around the world see Indonesia as a vacation country. However, Jakarta, a capi- tal of Indonesia located in the northwest part of the Islands, is a metropolitan city which leads the economy of Southeast Asia. Because Jakarta is the center of national trade and commerce, a lot of global hotel chains are placed in this city. About 300 minor ethnic groups live here in peace using their own language. From that multicul- tural background the city offers a large variety of delicacies. Compared to other cities in Indonesia, Jakarta is a very hectic and vigorous city. There also are a lot of shopping malls in this capital city. On weekends, the downtown streets are crowded with a lot of shoppers. Here, we introduce an exciting and unforgettable 4-day Jakarta tour. Editor Jin-Joo Shin Photo Choong-Keun Oh Cooperation GARUDA INDONESIA www.garuda.co.kr Tourism Attraction & Hip Taste Shopping & The Delicacies Let’s tour around famous tourist destinations such as National Museum, Monument Once you enter into the downtown of Jakarta after arriving at Soekarno–Hatta National and Mesjid Istiqlal. This kind of tour could be very common, but it is the first International Airport, you will be stunned by the modernity of the city. The good step to get to know this mysterious city. One more thing to know is there are a lot of news is that most extravagant buildings are shopping malls. Tour around the trendy good restaurants around these tourist destinations. and luxury shopping malls (ex: Grand Indonesia, Plaza Indonesia, Plaza Senayan, etc.) and enjoy the delicacies of Indonesia.

JAKARTA HOTEL & RESTAURANT BRUNCH LUNCH FIRST DAY FINE DINING IN A COMFORTABLE JAPANESE-STYLE STREET FOOD VENDOR ATMOSPHERE KADO RUSTIQUE The street food vendor offers a wide variety of LUNCH BAR The interior design changes by season. Thanks dishes. Among them, Kushiyaki which is just DELICACIES DURING YOUR A GOOD REST IN A WINE BAR to elegant and cozy atmosphere, Rustique has like Kkochi (kebob) in Korea is the most popu- DINNER TRIP DECANTER been popular as a business meeting place. In lar. You can choose the ingredients you like BEST SERVICE, BEST CUISINE! ARO AROY Do you like wine? Do not miss this addition, large decorations look like art gallery among about 30 different food materials (ex: TORANOMON Aro Aroy is a fast food res- place. Here, you can get a kind make the restaurant more elegant. A wide vari- meat, mushroom, hot pepper, etc.) and have Toranomon offers the freshest and finest taurant which opens in explanation from a sommelier ety of menus (ex: Soup, salad, , burger, your own Kushiyaki. Gomoku Kamamishi meat. In particular, Toku Jou Karubi is the most the afternoon only. It and experience a variety of excit- steak, etc.) are served. You can also have the made of seafood and chicken is also popular. popular. The thick tenderloin is very juicy and serves a variety of Asian ing programs such as wine din- Rib Eye Certified Black Angus recommended by After you order Gomoku Kamamishi, you can tender. There is a separate smoking room for food. Even though the ner, wine tasting and wine class. If the chef with the sauce you like. have Kushiyaki as appetizer. smokers. The employees are very kind and dishes are served fast, they you bring more than 4 people on Address 4F, 413 Plaza Senayan, Jakarta Tel 62-21-5785-2760 Address GF, InterContinental Midplaza, Jl. Jend.Sudriman Kav, 10-11, service-oriented as well. Opening Time 10:00~24:00 Average Cost IDR250,000~300,000 Jakarta Tel 62-21-573-2030 Opening Time 11:30~14:00, 17:30~22:00 are healthy and inexpensive. Tuesday or Thursday (called ‘Lady’s Service Rate 15.5% Average Cost IDR12,000~18,000 Address Grand Indonesia Shopping Town East Mall, Garden District 2, 5F, No.17, Jakarta Tel 62-21-2358-0061 Opening Time 11:00~22:00 Therefore, they are popular among Night’), a wine is served free of Average Cost IDR200,000~300,000 busy citizens. Especially, Indonesian charge. In addition, if you order and Ifumie are popular. The bamboo-based more than IDR 250,000 during interior design makes you feel that you are in Happy Hour (17:00-20:00) on Tues- a bamboo forest. day, Wednesday or Thursday, you Address GF, Midplaza 1, Jl. Jend.Sudriman Kav, 10-11, Jakarta can get a free bottle of wine. The Tel 62-21-570-7707 Opening Time 11:00~15:00(Mon~Fri) Average Cost IDR35,000 homey design makes you feel comfortable. DINNER Address GF, Kuningan Plaza, Menara Utara, Jl. H.R.Rasuna Said Kav C11-14, Jakarta Tel 62-21- JAPAN IN THE SOUTHEAST ASIA 5296-3888 Opening Time Mon~Fri 11:00~14:00, KATSUSEI 16:00~01:00 Weekend 16:00~02:00 Average Cost IDR2 7,500~188,000 Service Rate 5%+VAT 10% Do you miss Japanese food in Southeast Asia? Website www.decanterjakarta.com Go to Katsusei. The traditional Japanese glass JAKARTA HOTEL & RESTAURANT bowls and exotic interior design decorated SECOND DAY with bamboos will make you feel that you are in Japan. You can grind sesame seeds and make the Katsu sauce in person. The dishes are slightly expensive, but you can taste a vari- ety of genuine Japanese cuisine. A savory tra- ditional Japanese soup is served as well. Address 5F-16, East Mall, Grand Indonesia, Garden District 2, Jakarta Tel 62-21-2358-0060 Opening Time 11:00~22:00 Average Cost IDR150,000~195,000

DINNER REFINED AND ELEGANT CUISINE AND SERVICES BRASAS The price is higher than the average, but Brasas DINNER proudly offers high-quality dishes. Here, you THE FINEST AND FRESHEST JAPANESE CUISINE can enjoy delicious Argentine grilled cuisine HONZEN over traditional Argentine sodas. This restaurant Honzen offers the finest Japanese cuisine in Jakarta. This spacious restaurant has Sushi Bar supports the rising Blitz Megaplex in the South- and Tempura Bar in which you can see a cook making Sushi and Tempura in person. Among east Asia. The calm and cozy atmosphere a variety of tasty dishes, the savory and tender Salmon Sashimi is especially popular. In addi- makes you feel relaxed and comfortable. tion, it is recommended to taste the crispy fresh shrimp. Address 6F, Pacific Place Mall, Jakarta Tel 62-21-5140-2703 Opening Address GF, InterContinental Midplaza, Jl. Jend.Sudriman Kav, 10-11, Jakarta Tel 62-21-570-7796 Opening Time 11:30~14:00, 17:30~22:00 Time 11:00~23:30 Average Cost IDR300,000~600,000 Service Rate Average Cost IDR50,000~200,000 5%+VAT 10% Website www.brasassteakhouse.com

38 39 Entertainment & Dining Leisure & International Food If you are somewhat familiar with Jakarta, tour around the downtown and have a The Sunda Kelapa Harbour area is a historic place which was the entrance to Jakarta superb Jakarta-style dinner. A variety of trendy and extravagant meals will make during Dutch Colonial Era. Here, you can see , a traditional Indonesian ship you realize, ‘Tasty food makes your travel more exciting and pleasant.’ which carries wood and luggage by sailing around Java Islands and nearby places. You can enjoy all kinds of water leisure sports. If you miss Korean food, you may be able to find it nearby.

JAKARTA HOTEL & RESTAURANT JAKARTA HOTEL & RESTAURANT THIRD DAY LAST DAY

BRUNCH LUNCH LUNCH BAR TRENDSETTERS’ SHELTER A PLEASANT MEAL WHICH MAKES YOUR FAMOUS TAKOYAKI RESTAURANT IN PARTY FEVER! CAPOCACIA TRAVEL HAPPIER JAKARTA PORTOBELLO Capocacia is a vigorous place full of energy, in INDOCHINE SAKANA Portobello is famous for delicious side dishes which young people hang around. It offers Ital- As you enter the lobby, an extravagant lotus Sakana is a popular restaurant with a lot of and a wide variety of cocktails. In terms of ian Panini and simple finger foods such as flower chandelier draws your attention. This regular Japanese customers. The unique inte- strength, cocktails are available in three types canapé. Various events are held here. For refined and elegant restaurant is an interna- rior design (ex: traditional Japanese lamps at to meet customers’ diverse needs. After 10 example, there is a DJ Performance at 20:00 tional franchise restaurant which is operated the entrance, small rooms whose walls are o’clock at night, an energetic dance time on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. From in 26 countries including Singapore and Ger- decorated with Hanafuda, large rooms which begins with DJing. In addition, a variety of 16:00 to 20:00 during weekdays, you can have many. Located on the 8th floor of the Multiplex, have Fuji Mountain on the wall, etc.) makes exciting parties; Classic Hip Hop and R&B on two glasses of gin & tonic at the price for one. it offers a great night view of Jakarta in the this Japanese restaurant unique and exotic. Wednesdays, DJing by a woman on Fridays In addition, Kids Menu is available for family evening. Indochine serves a variety of Asian Sakana literally means ‘fish’ in Japanese. It and House Music on Saturdays. It is one of the customers. Please visit the website and check cuisine such as Vietnamese and Laotian cuisine as well as Indonesian food. For example, Larb offers a wide variety of fish dishes. However, best places to enjoy a night life in Jakarta. the event before your visit. Kai (Thai chicken salad flavored with lemon juice) and Bo Luc Lac (shaking beef flavored with this restaurant is famous for the tastiest Address GF, Midplaza 2, Jl. Jend.Sudirman Kav, 10-11, Jakarta Tel 62-21-570-7775 Opening Time Mon·Tue·Thu 18:00~01:00 , Address GF, Pacific Place Mall, Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 52-53, Jakarta garlic and butter) will boost your stamina. Takoyaki in Jakarta. Wed·Fri·Sat 19:00~03:00 Average Cost IDR70,000 Tel 62-21-5797-3658 Opening Time Sun~Thu 10:00~22:00 Fri~Sat 10:00~02:00 Average Cost IDR50,000 Website www.capocaccia.com Address 8F, fX Lifestyle X’nter, Jakarta Tel 62-21-3003-0330 Opening Time 12:00~02:00 Average Cost IDR100,000~200,000 Address B1F, Mid Plaza 1, Jl. Jend. Sudriman Kav, 10-11, Jakarta Tel 62-21-574-6452 Opening Time 11:30~14:00, 17:30~22:00 Average Cost IDR50,000 DINNER REDISCOVERY OF TRADITIONAL THAI LUNCH & DINNER FOOD TENDER AND JUICY GRILLED SALMON BLUE ERAWAN SEN RYO Blue Erawan is an Indonesian branch of the Sen Ryo is the finest restaurant in Kenko international Thai franchise restaurant, Blue Sushi, a renowned Japanese sushi company. Elegant which is especially popular in London Here, you can taste the genuine Japanese and Paris. On Sundays, it offers great lunch sushi. You will be amazed at the traditional and dinner buffets at low price. You can have Japanese sushi served by a Japanese chef. In a wide variety of tasty dishes such as spring particular, salmon sashimi is very tender roll, , Tom Yum Kung, pineapple fried without fishy smell. rice and duck . If you are not fond of the Address No.03-03A Unit ED2, West Mall, Grand Indonesia Shopping Town, Jakarta Tel 62-21-2358-0953 Opening Time 11:00~22:00 strong flavor, try Siam Pork Chop which is pop- Average Cost IDR60,000 ular among Traveler. Address Jl. Cut Meutia No. 2. Menteng, Jakarta Pusat 10340 Tel 62-21- 315-0980 Opening Time 12:00~15:00, 18:30~22:00 Average Cost IDR12,000~100,000 Website www.BlueErawan.com DINNER TASTE OF GENUINE KOREAN FOOD DINNER THE GRILL A FEAST WITH JAPANESE-STYLE GALBI The Grill first introduced Cheolpan Gui (grills TAKEMORI on a hot iron plate) in Jakarta. This luxury and Takemori is a restaurant specializing in char- elegant restaurant would be available as a coal grill, barbecue and Syabu-syabu. Among place for a banquet organized by the govern- them, charcoal grill is the most popular. Once ment. Especially this restaurant has also been you bite the food, you will love its superb popular among Koreans because it serves taste. In particular, Take Garubi is very juicy tasty Korean meals made by a Japanese chef. and tender. The Salmon Head Oroshini recom- Address GF, Mid Plaza 2, Jl. Jend.Sudirman Kav, 10-11, Jakarta Tel 62-21-570-6210 Opening Time 11:30~14:00, 17:30~22:00 mended by a chef is also very savory without Average Cost IDR250.000 fishy smell. Address No.12, West Mall L5, Grand Indonesia Shopping Town, Jl. MH.Thamrin 1, Jakarta Tel 62-21-2358-0368 Opening Time 11:00~22:00 Average Cost IDR8000~180,000

40 41 TPO FOCUS FESTIVAL CALENDAR JAKARTA HOTEL & RESTAURANT Jakarta SHOPPING ‘Hot’ Hotel Collection As the center of Indonesian trade, Jakarta features a lot of Leading Shopping skyscrapers and deluxe hotels. The global franchise hotels offer exquisite services with differentiated facilities. Malls In Jakarta Here, we introduce some of the finest hotels in Jakarta Jakarta is a shopping heaven. Because large shopping malls are closely located, shoppers can enjoy shopping in a convenient JAKARTA HOTEL & RESTAURANT manner. Since there are a lot of places to visit, time flies like HOTEL an arrow here. A wide range of goods from the global brands to local souvenirs are available.

HARMONY BETWEEN MODERNITY AND ORIENTAL CULTURE MEET GLOBAL BRANDS FOUR SEASONS HOTEL JAKARTA GRAND INDONESIA To enter the modern lobby decorated in the Oriental style, you have to pass through vari- Grand Indonesia is the largest shopping mall in Indonesia. This 6-story mall consists of ous security systems. It is somewhat irritating, but necessary for your safety. The spacious the East Mall and the West Mall. The spiral architectural structure makes it convenient to lobby has an elegant and neat atmosphere. The service-oriented clerks are very kind and shop. In addition, a wide space promises a pleasant shopping. In the basement, there are generous with a smile on their faces. Four Seasons has been popular thanks to exquisite a traditional Indonesian crafts gallery, bank, restaurants and a large supermarket. You can and customized services. The unique Jakarta-style interior design and luxurious wooden buy some gifts here. Because Global Brands feature hundreds of brand shops, it is recom- decorations make the hotel more elegant and refined. The guest rooms are also very mended to get a directory map at the information center before you start your shopping. impressive with modern design in traditional Indonesian patterns. In particular, a bath- You can a wide variety of luxury brands (ex: Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Jimmy Choo, Chanel, room has been loved by many female guests because it is filled with L̓OCCITANE products. Hermes, etc.) as well as Indonesian brands. Four Seasons has also been special due to ‘THE SPA’ which offers a variety of treatments. A Address Jln. MH.Thamrin No.1 Jakarta 10310 Indonesia Tel 6221-2358-7000 Opening Time 10:00~22:00 Website www.grand-indonesia.com detox massage which can eliminate all your fatigue from the trip is available at low prices (IDR 380,000 / 60 min.). Address Jalan H.R. Rasuna Said, Jakarta 12920, Indonesia Tel 6221-252-3456 Room Rate IDR1,710,000~2,700,000 Website www.fourseasons.com/jakarta

THE FINEST HOTEL IN JAKARTA LUXURY BUSINESS HOTEL YOUNG AND DYNAMIC ELECTRONICS SHOPPING MALL THE RITZ-CARLTON JAKARTA JW MARRIOTT JAKARTA EX-GENERATION The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta is a business hotel which stands side by side The JW Marriot Jakarta which features 323 rooms is situated across With a distinctive colorful zigzag design, ex-Generation looks with the JW Marriott Hotel in Mega Kunigan, the business district where from the Ritz-Carlton in the Mega Kunigan district. In terms of luxury like a mixture of Techno Mart and COEX. Here, you can see a skyscrapers are imposing. Due to terror threat, the security is very strict atmosphere and business-centered service, it is similar with the Ritz- lot of young people. At the entrance, a DJ welcomes cus- in this hotel. Sometimes, you may have to let them examine your lap- Carlton. However, the JW Marriott is far more comfortable and homey. tomers with a loud and rhythmic music. Brand electron- top. Compared to the Four Seasons, the Ritz-Carlton is very neat and The Executive Lounge on the 2nd floor offers private check-in-out ser- ic goods are not cheaper than those in Korea. However, modern as a business hotel. In fact, this hotel has been foreign celebri- vice and breakfast buffet and evening cocktail services free of charge. some electronic goods and accessories are available at ties’ first choice when they visit Jakarta. For example, the Korean pop In the business center, the Internet and private meeting rooms are low prices. singer Rain (Ji-hoon JEONG) also stayed in this hotel during his visit. The available all day long. Address Jl. M.H. Thamrin Kav 28-30 Jakarta Pusat, 10350 Tel 62-21-3107272 Opening Time 10:00~22:00 Website www.e-xgeneration.com guest rooms are equipped with almost all kinds of modern systems Address JL. Lingkar Mega Kuningan Kav E 1.2 No 1&2 Jakarta, 12950 Indonesia Tel 6221-5798-8888 Room Rate Deluxe Room 1,800,000, Executive Room 2,000,000 Website www.marriott.com/jktjw such as 46-inch LED television and ipod docking station as well the high-speed Internet. The Ritz-Carlton is a modern and stylish hotel which somewhat differs from warm and cozy images. Address JJL. Lingkar Mega Kuningan Kav. E.1.1 NO.1 Mega Kuningan Jakarta 12950 Indonesia GREAT PLACE TO ENJOY THE PLEASURE OF SHOPPING Tel 6221-2551-8888 PLAZA INDONESIA Room Rate IDR1,730,000 Website www.ritzcarlton.com Plaza Indonesia situated across from Grand Indonesia is a large shopping mall which has been remodeled recently. It is smaller than the Grand Indonesia but a great place to have a pleasant and relaxing shopping. Here, you can meet luxury brands (ex: Gucci, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Cartier, etc.) and Indonesian brands (ex: Bin House, Keris, etc.). It is less luxurious than the Grand Indonesia, but the casual and relaxing atmosphere makes you comfortable. On the 5th floor, there are 4D theater and entertainment space in which you can play various arcade games and have amusement rides with your family. Address Jl. M.H. Thamrin Kav. 28–30 Jakarta 10350 Indonesia Tel 6221- 2992-0000 Opening Time 10:00~22:00 Website www.plazaindonesia.com

42 43 CITY TOUR 3 INCHEON, KOREA

Located in the mid-west Korean Peninsula, Incheon has been the center for international trade for a long time. Since the opening of Jaemulpo Port, Incheon has often been influenced by foreign powers. It was the basepoint for the expansion of Japanese empire during the Japanese colonial period. Many modern architectural buildings still remain. However the change has started. With the launching of the Free Economic Zone project, Incheon has started to attract foreign investments. A lot of modern facilities (ex: International Convention Center, museum, bank, shopping mall, skyscraper, etc.) have been built. With the completion of the 1st stage of the development project in 2009, the municipal authority held the Global Fair & Festival 2009 Incheon. It is also scheduled to host the 2014 Asian Games. Incheon has been evolving into the central city of Northeast Asia. Because it is about one and half hour away from Seoul, a lot of Seoulites visit this dynamic city. Let’s leave for Incheon, a fast-growing international city.

Editor Jin-Joo Shin Photo Seung-Min Hyun

REDISCOVERY OF INCHEON Welc ome to New Metr opolitan City 44 45 Songdo, New City of Incheon Located in the southwest of Incheon, Songdo is one of the fastest growing districts in the city. Modern skyscrapers, hotels, shopping malls and artificial parks are in per- SONGDO, NEW CITY OF INCHEON fect harmony with this new town. Here are the must visit destinations in Songdo.

MEETING WITH TOMORROW CITY GREEN CITY, INCHEON TOMORROW CITY It seems that Songdo New Town is just ‘Tomorrow City’ is a 6-story special exhibition full of skyscrapers, but it has many hall in which you can meet the future city. In parks for citizens. Here, let’s take a look at thee major parks of Songdo. particular, you can virtually experience the future city in the U-City PR Hall. After getting a portable handset at the Visitor Information Center on the 1st floor, you can experience a variety of U-technologies. A helper is available on each floor. In the Theme Video Hall on the 4th floor, you can experience innovative tech- nologies such as having a conversation with a character in the video. Furthermore, the Tomorrow City offers a systematic transporta- tion system through which you can use public MULTICULTURAL SPACE transportation (ex: intercity bus, city bus, air- TRI-BOWL port bus, taxi and subway) very conveniently. YESTERDAY, TODAY AND TOMORROW OF The Tri-bowl built during the Global Fair & Fes- Because the number of daily admissions is INCHEON COMPACT SMART CITY tival 2009 Incheon has a shape of three huge limited, advanced reservations are required. ‘The Compact Smart City’ is a promotional NEW CHANGE OF THINKING POP-CON CITY upside-down bowls. Located in the middle of Address 93 Songdo-Dong Yeonsu-Gu Incheon Tel 82-32-210-8000 exhibition hall which was built during the A rusted container has been transformed the 80m-wide, 40m-long water space, it looks Website www.tomorrowcity.or.kr Global Fair & Festival 2009 Incheon. Here, you into a fascinating multicultural space. Song- like three bowls floating on water. The future- can see the past, present and future of do Pop-Con City has been a liberal gallery in oriented Tri-bowl is a multicultural space (a Incheon. The vision of the Incheon Free Eco- which rising artists’ innovative artworks are 3-story building with basement) which con- nomic Zone is unveiled through the exhibition displayed and playground where your chil- sists of various facilities such as event halls, halls in Songdo, Yeongjong and Cheongna. dren can experience arts in person. You may multipurpose halls and digital library. Thanks This 3-story exhibition hall features an ancient be able to see children making their own the beauty of curves, Tri-bowl has been popu- village and 5D image hall. Literally, you can vir- design and being proud of what they have lar as a photo shoot location. Since it was SONGDO CENTRAL PARK tually experience ‘Future City Incheon’ through done. A variety of colorful containers in the reported that the Hallyu star Rain filmed his This huge artificial park (405,024m2) features a spa- the special effects in the 3D image hall. All Pop-Con City have been reborn into super- music video ‘Love Song’ here, a lot of tourists cious underground parking lot (capacity of 2,175 cars) and a variety of fascinating facilities such as these facilities would be good educational market, café, snack bar and performance have visited Tri-bowl. 1.8km-long waterway, bike path, sculpture park and programs for your children if you come to stage. They have offered cultural joy and Directions Take line 1 and get off at Central Park Station. Boat House. In particular, the artificial waterway Incheon with your family. excitement to all visitors. which to which sea water (85,500t) is supplied every 10 days is very attractive. It is operated under the Address 24-7 Songdo-Dong Yeonsu-Gu Incheon Tel 82-32-850-6300 Address 10-39 Songdo-Dong Yeonsu-Gu Incheon Tel 82-70-7615-7766 environment-friendly system to which seawater is Admission Fee Free Opening Time 10:00~18:00 (Closed on Mondays) Website www.insiseol.net supplied from the seawater intake plant which is sit- uated 4.8km away. The used water is filtered and INCHEON DAEGYO OBSERVATORY STATE-OF-THE-ART CONVENTION CENTER discharged to the sea. Address #24-5, Songdo-dong, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon Water Taxi Rate KRW 4,000 (adults), KRW 3,000 (teens), KRW 2,000 (children) OCEAN SCOPE SONGDO CONVENSIA Opening Time 8 times a day (it may change in winter season) / closed The five containers facing the sea and blue sky Songdo Convensia which has the impressive on Mondays Tel 82-32-721-4471 in different angles may not look special. How- shape of the Taebaek Mountains is the lead- SONGDO HAEDOJI (SUNRISE) PARK ever, they are the prize-winning designs at the ing international convention center in South- Once you enter the Haedoji Park, a 150m-wide and 18m-tall artificial mountain hill welcomes you. This world’s prestigious Red Dot Design Award in east Asia as well as in Incheon. Located in the hill was piled up with the soil of the artificial lake. In Germany. It is interesting that containers have Incheon Free Economic Zone, it features a vari- fact, this artificial hill reminds of the reclaimed land been transformed into art sculptures. A total ety of modern facilities enough to hold inter- WAY TO AIRPORT of Songdo in the past. Hike up to the peak along the neat promenade, you will meet a panoramic view of of five containers facing the sea have been national meetings, exhibitions and various INCHEON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Songdo. installed in different angles. The space of the events. Thanks to the opening of Incheon Dae- An airport is not just a place for leaving and Address #5-1, Songdo-dong, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon Tel 82-32-453- rectangular frame stands for blue sky, cloud, gyo Bridge (5th largest bridge in the world) in returning. If you leave Songdo New Town for a 7114 Website http://incheonfair.org ocean and wind respectively. Therefore, Ocean 2009, it is now just about 15-minute distance drive, try to keep going forward up to Incheon SONGDO MICHUHOL PARK Scope offers a wide variety of views. In particu- from Incheon International Airport by car. It International Airport by crossing the Incheon Located in the middle of the Songdo New Town, Michuhol Park is the place where tradition and lar, this observatory is famous for the elegant appears that Songdo Convensia would attract Daegyo Bridge. If you are in the airport, have a modernity are in perfect harmony. Incheon was shape of Incheon Daegyo Bridge and the open a lot of people by hosting a variety of interna- pleasant meal at FOOD ON AIR and enjoy spa called ‘Michuhol’ in the past. You can learn tradition- sea of Songdo. tional forums and conventions this year. and shopping. al Korean tea ceremony at the tea ceremony house and watch various traditional plays. Address 32-5 Songdo-Dong Yeonsu-Gu Incheon Directions 10minute walk Address 6-1 Songdo-Dong Yeonsu-Gu Incheon Tel 032-210-1114 Address #2850, Unseo-dong, Jung-gu, Incheon Tel 82-2-1577-2600 Address 9-1 Songdo-Dong Yeonsu-Gu Incheon Tel 82-32-453-7114 from Central Park Station (subway) Website www.songdoconvensia.com Website www.airport.kr

46 47 Enjoy Leisure Highlights If you have toured around the rising landmark of Incheon, now it is a time to enjoy the charm of Incheon such as Jack Nicklaus Golf Club Korea and local delicacies.

ENJOY LEISURE HIGHLIGHTS

COMFORTABLE HOMEMADE DISHES TRAVEL INFORMATION WHAT’S DAVID’S FAMOUS SUBURBAN ATTRACTIONS If you want to eat pasta in a casual and comfortable atmosphere, If you have just finished your tour at Songdo, come and leave for fascinating What’s David’s is the answer. With modern rectangular-shaped interior , suburban attractions which carry the genuine beauty of Incheon. this Italian restaurant offers deli- CHINATOWN cious sandwich and pasta. In partic- Incheon Chinatown opened in 1884 ular, it has been popular among when the Qing Empire entered a conces- young couples and family custom- sion contract for this area and Chinese emigrants moved here. If you get off at ers. Each pasta is named after regu- Incheon Station, you will see a huge Chi- lar customers. This service-oriented nese-style red gate, the entrance to Chi- restaurant always promises a pleas- natown. In the Chinatown, you can see a lot of Chinese restaurants run by Chi- ant and comfortable meal. nese, Chinese schools and Chi- Address #120 Dream City, 3-2 Songdo-Dong Yeonsu-Gu nese-style buildings. Incheon Tel 82-32-833-1225 Opening Time 12:00~15:30, 17:00~23:00 Website www.ichinatown.or.kr Directions 5minute walk from Incheon Station (line 1)

MAKING A HOLE IN ONE! BEST SHOPPING STREET COZY AND COMFORTABLE SHELTER JACK NICKLAUS GOLF CLUB KOREA CANAL WALK SHERATON INCHEON HOTEL Now, you don’t have to go to the forest to play The Canal Walk reminds of an antique and ele- Sheraton Incheon Hotel opened in the Songdo golf any more. The Jack Nicklaus Golf Club gant European street. The artificial waterway International Business District in 2009. This Korea has been loved by many foreign visitors which flows through the low-rise wooden modern and elegant 22-story building with 2 to Songdo New Town. It is very lucky to meet buildings makes the street more fascinating. basements has 319 guest rooms. It offers free the world’s prestigious golf club designed by The four buildings which have been built Internet services and has business center and the legend pro-golfer and golf course architect under the theme of four seasons will have conference rooms for business guests as well SOREA POGU (SOREA FISH MARKET) Approximately 350 shops are lined along Jack Nicklaus in Incheon. Come and have the offices and shops and recreational spaces as general tourists. Most rooms have a good the narrow alley of this fish market. luck to make a hole in one in this refined and which would attract tourists as well as local panoramic view of Incheon Daegyo Bridge Sorea Pogu opened in the 1930s when pleasant 18-hole/par 72, 7,413- golf club. citizens. The Canal Walk which consists of five and Central park. Also, Jack Nicklaus Golf Club the imperial Japanese army built railroad to transport salt during the colonial peri- Address 117 Songdo-Dong Yeonsu-Gu Incheon Tel 82-32-850-8000 blocks is mostly empty right now, but it would Korea and Incheon International Airport are Website www.jacknicklausgolfclubkorea.com od. Despite the sad history, it has been soon become one of the most energetic spots within a 20-minute drive. transformed into an energetic tourist destination. In addition, there are a lot in Songdo. Address 6-9 Songdo-Dong Yeonsu-Gu Incheon Tel 82-32-835-1000 Website www.sheratonincheon.co.kr of raw fish restaurants and taverns on Address 17-1 Songdo-Dong Yeonsu-Gu Incheon Tel 032-777-1330 the street. Directions Take line 1 and get off at Juan Station or Jemulpo Station. Then, take a taxi (about 10minute ride).

SINPO MARKET PLACE This traditional market opened in the late 19th century when high-quality vegetables were sold for foreigners. Because of the recent popularity of large discount stores, many conven- tional markets have disap- ORGANIC CUPCAKE PARTY! peared or diminished. However, Sinpo Market is still popular CAFE ROLA because of ‘Dakgangjeong.’ You The owner of Café Rola uses organic ingredients only without any artifi- may see people standing in line cial flavors. The colorful homemade cupcake is very sweet and tasty. to purchase this deep-fried chicken when sweet and spicy The chocolate cupcake made of the high-quality French Valrhona sauce. You can taste this local Cacao is especially popular. Come and enjoy the sweet cupcake over a delicacy at low prices. cup of coffee. Directions 7minute walk from Dongincheon Station Address #1E The# 1st World 4-1 Songdo-Dong Yeonsu-Gu Incheon Tel 82-32-212-2802 Opening Time 10:00~22:30 Website www.caferola.com

48 49 TPO NEWS TPO NEWS Industry News Tourism Promotion Organization for Asia Pacific Cities

JAPAN 1 Naeyeonsan, Yeonsan Waterfall, Sabang Koreans and the world through an explanation NEW HAYABUSA SHINKANSEN TRAIN Memorial Park and President's Home Town. To on the resolution proposal. He added, “A full DEBUTS IN KYUSHU take the Historic & Cultural Heritage Course, support from other members of the National FASTER BY ONE HOUR IN THE FUKUOKA- you are required to book the tour in advance. Assembly would be great help for Jeju to be KUMAMOTO-KAGOSHIMA LINE The course includes Yeongil Janggieup Castle, picked as one of the World’s Seven Wonders On March 12, high-tech Hayabusa Shinkan- Oeosa, Deokdong Culture Village, Bogyeongsa of Nature. He continued, “If Jeju becomes one sen train debuted. Now, the railroad con- Temple and Yeongil Folk Museum. The tour of the New 7 Wonders of the natural world, the nects Kagoshima to the northernmost Shin programs are operated by Pohang Culture treasure island of Korea will become more Aomori (2,000km in total). Hayabusa is the Center. The tour fee is 3,000 KRW . Admission valuable. In addition, it would significantly result of Japan’s advanced technology in fee and meal charge are not included in the enhance Korea’s national brand power.” A lot train performance, environment and ride tour price. An official from Pohang City said, of Korean firms and organizations have sup- comfort. This would be a turning point in “Last year, about 1,800 people participated in ported Jeju’s bid to be named as one of the about a half century since the launching of the tour programs in a total of 65 times. We World’s Seven Wonders. the high-speed train in 1964. Thanks to the plan to operate the programs in 80 times this 1 completion of the Kyushu Shinkansen high- 4 year with a goal of attracting up to 2,500 tour- VLADIVOSTOK, RUSSIA 5 speed rail, it now takes just about 1 hour 20 ists”. KOREA TOURISM ORGANIZATION OPENS minutes from Hakata, Fukuoka to Kagoshima tourism revenue reached up to US 2.06 bil- U-HEALTHCARE CENTER AT via Kumamoto. The time has shortened by lion dollars. An official from the City of Kaoh- JEJU, KOREA 4 VLADIVOSTOK, RUSSIA up to 53 minutes. The Shinkansen station is siung said that in terms of the number of for- JEJU VYING TO BECOME ONE OF 7 On February 15, the Ministry of Culture, Sports crowded with a lot of people every day. eign tourists to Taiwan, Chinese tourists WONDERS OF NATURE and Tourism of the Republic of Korea, Korea Those in tourism industry in the south part accounted for over 50% last year, outnum- At present, Jeju is in fierce competition to be Tourism Organization and Yonsei University of Kyushu such as Kagoshima have been bering the number of tourists from other listed in the New Seven Wonders of the Health System opened U-Healthcare Center looking forward to the launching of the Hay- countries such as Japan, Singapore and Thai- Nature. On July 28, 2009, the 28 finalists from which makes telemedicine possible at Vladi- abusa Shinkansen on March 12 because the land. In addition, about 90% of the mainland over 441 participants were declared. Anyone vostok, Russia. new means of transportation can now attract 23 tourists visited Kaohsiung. Therefore, the can participate and vote via telephone and The opening ceremony was held at the lobby a lot of tourists. In celebration of the Haya- director of Bureau of Tourism plans to visit Internet. The final seven will be announced on of the U-Healthcare Center which was situated busa Shinkansen train’s debut, extremely the mainland and promote various promo- November 11 through voting on the website. on the 5th floor of Hotel Hyundai, Vladivostok. expensive lunchbox (about US 1,220 dollars) tional activities regularly. He also suggested The City of Jeju has made its best efforts to be For the first six months, the center will be test- was unveiled. This ekiben, bento (lunchbox) the Taiwan government to increase the num- designated as one of the New Seven Wonders operated. The U-Healthcare Center is sold at train stations, is titled “Special Bento ber of direct flights between Kaohsiung and of Nature and has been included in the 28 equipped with high-quality videophone devic- in Celebration of the Kyushu Shinkansen”. impression on Korean travel agencies and activities. At the travel fair, the director of the mainland China. finalists. The final 28 candidate sites include es and a modern telemedicine system which The lunchbox consists of the finest Kagoshi- press about the convenience of access to Bureau of Tourism said “We are now discuss- the Amazon and the Grand Canyon. The larg- makes it possible to transmit test results and ma sirloin steak, king prawn sauté and the 3 cities, upon the completion of the ing specific dates for Chinese tourists’ trip to POHANG, KOREA 3 est island in Korea has been listed in the video data on a real time basis. In fact, this grilled bass. For rice, Sakezushi (Kagoshima Kyushu bullet-train line. Taiwan in close cooperation with related THE CITY OF POHANG LAUNCHES UNESCO Natural Heritage List. Mt. Hallasan system would provide real time telemedicine regional product) is served. The lunchbox Chinese government agencies such as China POHANG SIGHTSEEING CITY TOUR BUS which is home to over 1800 species of plants services between Korea and Russia play a piv- itself is as expensive as JPY 70,000 (about KAOHSIUNG, CHINESE TAIPEI 2 National Tourism Administration.” He added The City of Pohang operates a city tour bus and the Cheonjiyeon Falls have been desig- otal role in attracting healthcare tourists. US 850 dollars). It will be sold in five boxes A MASTER PLAN TO ATTRACT CHINESE with confidence in his voice, “Since the from May 19 to the end of November. The nated as Global Geoparks, giving Jeju Island 3 Under this system, domestic medical clinics only. Due to the launching of the Kyushu TOURISTS administrative districts are reorganized into shuttle bus service is available in three cours- UNESCO honors in natural science. The that are interested in medical tourism can use Shinkansen line, rates are changed. Except Kaohsiung, Taiwan’s second largest city, tar- five cities under direct control of municipali- es; Saturday Course, Sunday Course and His- National Assembly of the Republic of Korea a conference room which is equipped with the for Hakata-Kokura Shinkansen line, both gets to attract Chinese tourists. In particular, ty, Kaohsiung now has more diverse tourist toric & Cultural Heritage Course. The bus has also taken the lead to make the largest telemedicine system and video conference 3-day and 5-day Kyushu Rail Passes Taiwan is expected to lift its decades-old resources. Therefore, we would be able to departs Pohang Station Plaza at 09:30 on Sat- island in Korea be listed in the New Seven system in U-Healthcare Center free of charge. increased by JPY 1,000. However, the 3-day ban on visits by individual Chinese tourists attract more tourists.” The Taiwan city has urdays and Sundays and visits the tourist Wonders of the Nature. A resolution which Northern Kyushu Rail Pass unchanged from April. Hence, the municipal government been active in attracting tourists from China attractions of Pohang. It takes about 7 hours supports Jeju to be chosen for the world 7 at JPY 7,000. In addition, JR Kyushu has accelerated its plan to attract Chinese because Chinese tourists have recently been and 30 minutes to complete the tour. You can wonders has passed the general meeting of announced that it would increase train tourists. According to 21century Economy big spenders in Taiwan. According to the sta- visit East Sea, cultural heritage and industrial the National Assembly. The Committee on Cul- speed to 320km/hour next year. In celebra- Repot, director of Bureau of Tourism of the tistical data from Tourism Bureau, Rep. of sites. A variety of programs are available. The ture, Sports, Tourism, Broadcasting and Com- tion of the opening of the Shinkansen exten- City of Kaohsiung, visited Beijing on January China (Taiwan), the average daily consump- Sunday Course includes POSCO History Muse- munications has unanimously passed the res- sion, Mayor of Kagoshima City, Hiroyuki Mori, 6 and advertised the Kaohsiung Lantern Fes- tion per Chinese tourist reaches US 234.26 um, Intelligence Robot Institute, Deok-dong olution. Kim Jae-yoon (a member of the ROK promoted tourism in Seoul to draw visitors. tival. In fact, it was the first time for a munici- dollars. In addition, Taiwan government Culture Village, Gyeongsangbuk-do Arboretum National Assembly, Democratic Party, City of In collaboration with Fukuoka and Kumamo- pal (or equivalent leveled) authority of Tai- increased the daily quota of mainland tour- and Jukdo Market. The Sunday Course Seogwipo) asked for great support and coop- 5 to cities, he was able to leave a strong wan to visit China and perform promotional ists from 3000 to 4000 last year. As a result, includes POSCO, Bogyeongsa Temple, Mt. eration from the citizens of Korea, overseas

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A total of four telemedicine booths are operat- port terminals in Bali, Yogyakarta and Java SHANGHAI, CHINA 4 the disposal of equity intended to reinforce ed in the center. There will be a Russian doc- by GVK by an Indian social infrastructure CONVENTION/EXHIBITION COLOSSUS technology and manpower. Despite the tor, an interpreter and a coordinator in the developer which engaged in the construc- EXPECTED IN SHANGHAI equity sales, there will not be any change in center to attract medical tourists. For the six- tion of a new airport in Mumbai. The energy According to a recent agreement inked brand policy and the management. Accord- month test operation, the center will examine group Adani plans to build coal terminal and between the Ministry of Commerce of China ing to the Vietnamese law, foreigners are future customers’ responses and industry 270km-long railway in Sumatra with USD 1.6 and Shanghai government, 23 billion RMB permitted to hold up to 30% of ownership opinions. It will also feature basic medical billion investments. It also targets to con- massive convention/exhibition facility will shares in Vietnamese firms. The Wall Street examination equipments such as blood pres- struct coal-fired power plant, railway and be built in Hongqiao Shanghai. This colossus Journal announced that SkyWest would sure monitor, body fat analyzer, blood sugar dockyard. offers exhibition spaces of half a million spend US 7 million dollars to take over 30% meter and ultrasound system. The president square meters and a total floor area of 1.2 of ownership shares from Air Mekong. Right of Korea Tourism Organization said, “The HANGZHOU, CHINA 3 million square meters. Three times the size now, Air Mekong operates a total of 6 U-Healthcare Center in Vladivostok could be a HANGZHOU - THE HAPPIEST CITY IN of Shanghai New International Exhibition routes including Hanoi-Phu Quoc, Ho Chi turning point to enhance public awareness on CHINA Center, the facility will be the largest of the Minh-Phuc Quoc, Hanoi- Ban Me Thuot and

Korean medical services and make the access 1 According to the latest survey, Hangzhou is kind in the world. Ho Chi Minh-Pleiku. In Vietnam, there are to the services more convenient.” He contin- chosen as the happiest city in China. The VietJet Air (a joint venture with the Malay- ued, “We will provide full support to help the 2 Xinhua News Agency, an official news agen- HANOI, VIETNAM 5 sian budget airline Air Asia) and Indochina U-Healthcare center settle as a marketing hub cy, held National Urban Happiness Survey AIR MEKONG, PART OF SHARE SALE Air as well as Air Mekong. However, these for medical tourism in the Far East Russia Result Announcements 2010 and unveiled Air Mekong, Vietnam’s third budget airline low-cost carriers have not been popular due which has emerged as a core market for Kore- the results. Hangzhou has been nominated which launched the first flight in October last to few flight routes and frequent flight can- an medical tourism.” Park Yong-won, the pres- as China’s happiest city for 7 consecutive year, sells some of its equity holdings to for- cellations. Meanwhile, SkyWest which was ident of the Severance Hospital, said “I am years. In particular, Hangzhou and Cheong- eign entities. On March 10, the Vietnamese founded in 1972 offers its service to 146 cit- very pleased and delighted to provide the du were awarded the best prize (Special Economic Daily reported that the low-cost ies in 39 states in the U.S., 6 cities in Cana- high-quality medical services of Korea to for- Prize on Contribution to Public Welfare). The carrier asked for a permit to sell 30% da and 1 city in Mexico. Last year alone, eign patients.” According to Korea Tourism survey has been performed under the topic (8,571,000 shares) of its equity to SkyWest approximately 40 million passengers used Organization, about 1,500 people from Russia of ‘Create Happiness and Respect Human in the U.S. from the Ministry of Transporta- the SkyWest service. visited Korea for medical purposes in 2010. Dignity’ in accordance with the measure- tion. An official from Air Mekong said that The Korean government agency aims to attract ment system developed by a professional 10,000 medical tourists from Russia by 2013. happiness measurement agency. Citizen̓s Meanwhile, the opening ceremony was held kindness, calmness, traffic conditions, medi- with the attendance of 30 officials including appear on the lower bank of the Angara hoyono visited India and signed a 15 billion cal conditions, education, natural environ- Lee Cham (president of Korea Tourism Organi- River, in the place where Irkutsk was founded USD agreement. The advanced Indian tech- ment, housing price and inflation have been zation), Park Yeong-won (president of the Sev- as a wooden fort more than 300 years ago. nology and capital will be invested in the measured using approximately 20 indica- erance Hospital), Vladimir Gorchakov (chair of According to artists’ intention the bronze fig- construction of social infrastructure in Indo- tors. Hangzhou is famous for beautiful natu- Russian Maritime Provincial Council). ure will symbolize a soldier-traveler that nesia. This agreement is a part of Indone- ral environment. However, the city has been casts a “last” glance at the Angara River and sia’s master plan to attract a total of 150 bil- awarded the happiest city in China due to 1 IRKUTSK, RUSSIA looks in prospect as if he estimates forth- lion USD to expand its nationwide social slow living not because of scenic nature. You 34 THE MONUMENT TO THE FOUNDERS OF coming work for foundation of a future city. infrastructure. At present, the trade volume can find peace and laidback atmosphere in 5 IRKUTSK WILL APPEAR ON THE EMBANK- According to the preliminary calculation it is between India and Indonesia reaches US Hangzhou, which can never be felt in metro- MENT OF THE ANGARA RIVER necessary about 25-30millions rubles for the 11.8 billion dollars. For India, in fact, Indone- politan cities such as Shanghai. In addition, Monumental objects which will decorate the monument. Fundraising for the construction sia is the 2nd largest trading partner among there are more opportunities to make for- capital of Irkutsk region will appear in the of the monument has already started. ASEAN countries. For the past decades, tune in Hangzhou because of rapid eco- city on the threshold of the celebration of Financing of the monument construction will Indonesia has focused on developing coal, nomic growth. Among 100 competent cit- 350th anniversary of Irkutsk since its founda- be held with the help of Irkutsk City repre- metal and minerals. As an emerging nation, ies and 100 small towns in China, top 10 tion. One of the most important projects is a sentatives, non-profit organization, Irkutsk Indonesia has decided to expand its social cities and 10 small towns have been nomi- construction of the monument to the Found- businessman and citizens. infrastructure to provide better products and nated through a questionnaire survey (1.8 ers of Irkutsk. Bronze figure of a man about services. The Financial Times reported that million respondents) and an online survey 5m high, been the personification of collec- YOGYAKARTA, INDONESIA 2 India scheduled to invest tens of billion dol- (45 million respondents). In addition, tive image of Siberian people, will be placed INDONESIA SIGNS A 15 BILLION USD lars in Indonesia for upcoming three years Hangzhou was listed among top 10 Most on the pedestal decorated with granite. An AGREEMENT TO EXPAND SOCIAL INFRA- through Indian energy firms including Reli- Attractive Chinese Cities for Foreigners in amphitheatre with sits is planed to be STRUCTURE WITH INDIA ance Group, Archean, Adani and Tata. The September 2010. around the monument. The monument will Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yud- agreement includes the construction of air-

60 61 TPO NEWS Organization News Tourism Promotion Organization for Asia Pacific Cities Professor Cheol Shin. At the second session, TPO Secretary General Hwan-Myung Joo described the TPO’s performance in 2010 and its planned activities for 2011, calling for member cities’ active engagement and strong support to build TPO into an organi- zation that can serve its members even bet- TPO SECRETARY GENERAL MEETS WITH ter. After Mr. Joo’s presentation, a represen- VISITING CHINESE SHANDONG tative from each participating member city PROVINCIAL TOURISM ADMINISTRATION TPO Secretary General have made to pro- spoke about its tourism and exchanged DELEGATES mote the tourism industry for cities located ideas on how to strengthen cooperation to A three-member delegation led by Ms. Sun in the Asia Pacific area,” said Vice Mayor Li develop Korea’s tourism industry. Shu-E, director of the International Tourism at the welcoming ceremony. “As a new mem- TPO is and what activities TPO is engaged in Marketing Department of the Shandong Pro- ber in the TPO Executive Committee, Sanya and will do in the future, thus creating vincial Tourism Administration in China, visit- looks forward to further cooperation with the opportunities to build up cooperation ed the TPO Secretariat on November 13, and cies, publicized their own cities’ tourism TPO.” Mr. Joo discussed details concerning between TPO and more organizations. Cop- received a warm welcome from TPO Secre- resources, and introduced their local govern- the upcoming 18th Executive Committee ies of the new brochures will be sent to our tary General Hwan Myung Joo. Discussions ments’ incentive policies for attracting for- Meeting with officials from the Sanya Tour- members very soon. concerning the implementation of the TPO eign tourists. On November 23 and 24, sales ism Development Commission. He also Travel Card (TTC) project in Shandong Prov- commissions were carried out with a total of inspected the accommodation site, confer- ince were conducted between the two sides. eight Korean travel agencies, including Han- ence venue, and technical tour spots for the TPO REGIONAL MEETING FOR KOREAN This is the second time both sides have held atour, Modetour, lottetour, Tourbaksa, meeting. Currently held twice a year and MEMBERS HELD IN SEOUL talks on the TTC project this year. Back in GEMOC, JTS, MoraeJapan, Hanstravel, and attended by executive members only, the TPO’s regional meeting for Korean members April, shortly after the first talk, the TPO Sec- AFJapan. The Japanese participants handed TPO Executive Committee Meeting is a gath- was held on January 20, 2011, at the Koreana retariat conducted a market research report 62 countries. A TPO promotion booth also out brand new tourism brochures and intro- ering to discuss significant issues related to Hotel, Seoul. Officials in tourism administra- on the TTC project at the request of the was set up by TPO Supporters members who duced the latest travel information to the internal operations. TPO SECRETARIAT HOLDS YEAR-END tion from 10 member cities (Incheon, Daegu, Shandong counterpart. The report result are university students studying in Busan. Korean travel planners. On the evening of NEIGHBORHOOD CULTURE SHARE Daejeon, Jeonju, Chuncheon, Seongnam, shows a high tendency of Korean university These university students, who are the sev- November 23, the presidents and staffers CELEBRATION Andong, Buyoe, Busan Jung Gu, and Geoje) students’ visits to the Shandong Province enth group of the TPO Supporters, introduced from Hanatour and Landsa joined the partic- TPO REGIONAL MEETING FOR KOREAN On December 29, 2010, the TPO Secretariat and one potential member city (Gunsan), with the TPO Travel Card, which can offer the TPO organization to the visiting foreigners ipants for a meeting. They exchanged infor- MEMBER CITIES HELD IN BUSAN invited 60 children from some of the orphan- and representatives from two industry mem- discount services. Satisfied by the market in English, Chinese, and Japanese. They also mation on the Japanese travel market and TPO’s regional meeting for Korean member ages in Busan for a year-end culture share bers—Intravel Ltd. and Road ABC Media Co., research result, the visiting Shandong coun- distributed TPO brochures and the TPO offi- shared views on the tourism industry. On cities was held at Hotel Aqua Palace in celebration at the Busan Somsatang Art Hall. Ltd.—participated in the meeting. Mr. Cho terpart agreed to cooperate with the TPO cial magazine Tourism Scope to the booth November 25, the participants took a techni- Busan on December 22. Officials in tourism The celebration featured comedians’ won- Young-Ho, Jeonju City Han-style Tourism Secretariat on implementation of the TTC visitors. Thanks to their promotional activities, cal tour to inspect Nammi Island, a popular administration from eight TPO Korean mem- derful stage performances and New Year’s Division Chief, started the meeting with a project in Shandong Province. The TPO Sec- many visitors got to know the TPO and left attraction among Japanese tourists located ber cities—Busan, Ulsan, Changwon, Gim- gifts to the youngsters. “Our students really presentation on “City Marketing and Jeonju retary General is expected to visit Shandong their e-mail addresses to subscribe to the TPO in Chuncheon. The event laid a foundation hae, Namhae, Geoje, Jeonju, and Iksan—par- enjoyed the comedy show and gifts, and City’s Tourism Strategies.” After that, TPO soon to sign an MOU with his Shandong E-Newsletter as well. Through this Global for continued cooperation between TPO’s ticipated in the meeting. The first session thanks so much for all the kindness and care Secretary General HwanMyung Joo described counterpart. Gathering event, the Supporters members Japanese member cities and the Korean featured the presentation on “Story-telling of the TPO” said one of the teachers at the TPO’s performances in 2010 and its planned gained confidence in raising public aware- major travel agencies. Both sides are looking Tourism Marketing” by Dongseo University orphanage. Launched in 2009, the year-end activities for 2011, calling for member cities’ ness of the TPO, and they hoped to try other forward to working on joint projects in the neighborhood culture share celebration is active engagement and support to fulfill the ways to further promote the TPO in the future. future. TPO’s way of bringing joy and laughter to the commitment of common development in the TPO member cities of Shimonoseki (Japan) community. tourism industry. After Mr. Joo’s presenta- and Vladivostok (Russia) also were invited to tion, representatives from each participating the Global Gathering event, where they pre- TPO SECRETARY GENERAL VISITS SANYA member city spoke about their tourism sented their unique cultural performances for TO DISCUSS THE 18TH EXECUTIVE TPO BROCHURE REVAMPED activities, and they exchanged information the visitors. COMMITTEE MEETING TPO brochures with updated contents and on various issues related to tourism and TPO Secretary General Hwan-Myung Joo brand new designs were published in early travel industry. along with Director of Information Service February. The new brochures highlight the JAPANESE CITIES PARTICIPATE IN TPO Hai-Bin Huang paid an official visit to the image of TPO as a growing international net- TPO SUPPORTERS PARTICIPATE IN TRAVEL TRADE 2010 Chinese city of Sanya December 2-4 to dis- work of intercity cooperation in the tourism GLOBAL GATHERING 2010 TPO Travel Trade 2010 – Korea, part of TPO’s cuss preparations for next year’s 18th TPO industry. It covers updated contents of TPO The Global Gathering, an annual world culture overseas joint marketing project, was held Executive Committee Meeting. They were introduction, TPO activities, TPO global city experience event for Korean foreign residents November 23-25 in Seoul and Chuncheon, warmly welcomed by Sanya Vice Mayor Li networks, TPO membership application, etc. and local citizens, was jointly held by the Korea. Officials from five TPO Japanese mem- Bai-Qing and other senior officials from the Selected pictures with dynamic designs Busan Metropolitan City and Busan Founda- ber cities, Fukuoka, Shimonoseki, Kumamo- tourism administration. “I am deeply make the brochures much more appealing. tion for International Activities on October 31. to, Oita, and Kagoshima, participated in the impressed by the global strategic visions We hope the new brochure can help more This year’s event showcased 98 booths from event. They visited major Korean travel agen- and great efforts that the Busan Mayor and people have a better understanding of what

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HANGZHOU 2 QINGDAO 3 10km. Bromo Volcano (altitude of 2393m) China LONGJING TEA (ඁ੩ภ) VILLAGE TOUR TSINGTAO BREWERY TOUR Chinese Taipei erupts highly in the middle of caldera. It gets GUANGZHOU 1 Longjing is the word on the lips of all people In the land of more than a billion people, it KAOHSIUNG 4 busy around the volcano from 3am with PEARL RIVER NIGHT CRUISE of culture who visit Hangzhou; it has the takes a lot of beer to stave off thirst. Tsingtao KAOHSIUNG CYCLE TOUR tourists who wish to climb the volcano and Pearl River in Guangzhou City is picturesque, same ring as Champagne and Bordeaux, and Brewery is up to the task. It is one of China's To be closer to the local beauties and cul- watch the sunrise at Observatory. adorned by charming views along the river. is the name of the region that produces Chi- largest brewers domestically (along Snow tures, a city tour by bike is rather a good After one hour ride on an old Jeep, we A cruise along the Pearl River in Guangzhou na's finest and most popular green tea. Breweries and Beijing Yanjing Brewery) and choice for ones wishing to enjoy a conve- reached the observatory. It was already City has become a must for visitors. Whether Longjing tea is enjoyed throughout the coun- is also its biggest beer exporter, accounting nient and flexible Kaohsiung travel. Orga- packed with two hundred people. They were you choose a daytime or an evening cruise, try and over the world at large, but it is in for more than 50% of China's beer exports. nized bike trails, including “Cijin Ocean View waiting for the highlight of tour – Bromo Vol- it will be a highlight of your trip. One can not Hangzhou itself that the most authentic and Tsingtao Brewery was founded in 1903 by Bike Path”, Love Rive and Lianchihtan Bike cano. Though the average temperature of 6 be considered to have visited Guangzhou if choicest blends are available, right on the the Germans who were occupying the city at Path”, Houjin Creek Bike Path”, “West Side tropical Indonesia ranges between 28 and you haven't cruised the scenic Pearl River. roadsides where the farmers themselves are the time and thought they would be there Harbor Line Bike Path”, “Bo-Ai Landscape 30℃, the temperature drops between 3 to and number of procedures available. Most of Views along Pearl River in Guangzhou City stirring their favourite leaves over the roast- for awhile (they had a 99 year lease). The Roadway”, “Formosa Boulevard Bike Path”, 15℃ on the volcano. Warm clothes are Thailand’s hospitals can be found in the are charming and gentle. Historical sites and ers with their bare hands. company's Tsingtao, Dragon, and Phoenix and “Cianjhen River Bike Path”. These bike essential since you will easily feel cold in the capital, offering amenities and service to unique architecture scattered along the Pearl To describe Longjing Tea village as pictur- brands are exported to more than 60 coun- trails covers major areas and attractions of outdoor environment. After 40 minutes car rival those in Western countries. River are numerous and are a good reflec- esque would be an understatement - there on tries in Asia, Europe, and North America. the city such as Minchuan and Minsheng ride along the grey shore, we finally arrived All of Bangkok’s private hospitals feature tion of the Guangzhou culture. Among them the slopes of the mountain, Longjing's wealth Since 1997 the company has acquired more Green Garden Boulevards, as well as the at Bromo Volcano. From here you can English speaking doctors and nurses who are architectures in Shamian where converge has seen its village become just as pretty in than 40 domestic and foreign breweries and areas along the Kaohsiung MRT lines. The choose to either ride a horse or walk. We are accustomed to dealing with medical a number of ancient architectures from vari- its prosperity as it has been throughout the tripled its annual production under the lead- total length of the Kahsiung bike path is reached the smoky peak after climbing 245 tourists. Equipment is state-of-the-art, as are ous countries, the White Goose Pool that is centuries. Now, modern townhouses and ership of president Peng Zuoyi, who died more than 100 kilometers comprised of stairs. At the zenith, you can also watch the procedures and care that they offer. Most one of the eight most famous scenes in double-storied homes with elegant balconies unexpectedly in 2001. Asahi Breweries owns cityscapes, leisure, and entertainments. nearby mountains like Pananjakan (2800m) private hospitals offer special packages to Guangzhou, and ten characteristic bridges. receive tourists for calm afternoons spent 20% of Tsingtao. The brewery museum is on For example Bike tour within 1 hour From and Batok (2970m). From time to time you provide patients with low cost high quality View more scenes along the Pearl River. over bottomless glasses of deep green tea, as the site of the original brewery, but the beer Fishermen’s Ferry Wharf to Dream Mall (Dis- can also watch Sumer Volcano (3676m), the care. 1 visitors and locals pass each other on the is presently brewed at a new, more industrial tance: 6 km) Fishermen’s Ferry Wharf → highest mountain in Java Island, expelling Bumrungrad is one of Bangkok’s leading pavement stones beneath, the clacking of location. The historical exhibits read more Pier-2 Art Center → “Banana Warehouse” white snow. There are people selling edel- hospitals and has a range of services avail- their heels echoing off into the fields of tea like sales pitches, but most people come for the ocean view platform → True Love Ferry weiss, a flower that only blooms on high able for overseas patients and a dedicated climbing the mountainsides beyond, framing the free beer samples anyway, of which Wharf → the old railway bridge → Gloria mountains. The legend goes that your wish team of English speaking doctors and nurses the village with pastoral grace. there is no limit. Ferry Wharf → Singuang Ferry Wharf → will come true if you throw this flower into to aid and assist. Bumrungrad offers special- The immediate impression, as you enter the Dock No. 5 → Dream Mall. And from Kaohsi- the caldera. ist treatments and procedures such as pace- 3 long, winding street towards the creek at the ung Arena to Houjing (Distance: 15 km) maker implantation, reconstructive surgery, end of the village, is that this has to be the skin treatments, hair transplants and laser ideal place to retire. Without a trace of litter Thailand refraction surgery for sight correction. Other and with pristine fresh air, life in Longjing Indonesia BANGKOK 6 foremost hospitals in Bangkok which offer Tea Village appears to be idyllic and peace- SURABAYA 5 BANGKOK MEDICAL TOUR excellent facilities and procedures to medi- ful. Strong fragrances of freshly cut wood BROMO VOLCANO TREKKING TOUR Bangkok is one of Asia’s leading medical cal tourists for a fraction of the price of those blended in the fresh air with the scent of tea, In the eastern tip of Java Island, Indonesia tourism destinations, having earned an in Western countries include Bangkok Inter- being roasted everywhere in large vats at the stands ‘Sea of Sand’ 2200m above the sea international reputation for its excellent national Hospital, BNH Hospital and Siriraj sidewalk. level, a giant caldera with the diameter of medical facilities, Western-trained doctors Hospital.

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orately created like artworks, using flowers and Sogo, learn how to dance Ganggang- CHUNCHEON 6 Japan to represent the season. Kumamoto is Korea sulae. In the traditional Korean game class, CHUNCHEON CITY TOUR FUKUOKA 1 famous for making good Wagashi in Japan. ANDONG 4 one can learn how to play various tradi- Chuncheon City Government is operating FUKUOKA CITY TOUR Many Wagashi shops in the area offer a pro- ANDONG MANNER SCHOOL PROGRAM tional cames such as Yutnori, Tuhonori, Chuncheon City Tour Program every day. The capital city of Fukuoka Prefecture is the gram where you can make the traditional Andong is the hometown of Korean moral Neoldduigi, Juldarigi and Jongyeongdo. In Originally, the City Tour Program was offered city of Fukuoka. With a population of 1.3 mil- Wagashi by yourself. Among them, Umezono culture where the Confucian Culture and the the manner school, one can learn calligra- only four times a week on Tuesdays, Thurs- lion inhabitants, Fukuoka is the largest city has a program in which you can learn how to Seonbi (classical scholar) spirit are well-pre- phy, Myeongshimbogam and Gosaseongeo days, Saturdays and Sundays. But now, it is on the island of Kyushu. Recently, it has make Wagashi from Wagashi master. Ume- served. In order to preserve and inherit the (ancient proverbs). offered every day, and the city tour bus established itself as a western Japan's major zono is among 6 members of traditional moral and traditional culture of Korea, departs Chuncheon Station 10am every day. cultural center and an international gateway Wagashi makers in Kawashiri. The shop is a Andong Manner School opened the class at CHUNCHEON 5 The program also became more diversified, to Asia (being closer to Seoul, Korea than four-generation family business, and there- former Oryong Elementary School (434 HANRYU TOURISM TRAIN and offers different courses every day. On Tokyo). A modern, internationally-oriented fore has a time-honored history in Wagashi Gamae-ri, Waryong-myeon, Andong-si, In order to attract more foreign tourists, Mondays and Tuesdays, the program business center, Fukuoka is not a major tour- making. The Wagashi master started learn- Gyeongsangbuk-do) in May 2000. The Chuncheon City Government started Hanryu includes World Hot Spring and Okgwangsan ist attraction but there are some interesting ing how to make Wagashi when he was 18. school offers the traditional manner training Tourism Train Product for the first time in (Jade Mine) for the elderly tourists from shrines, temples, and museums in the city He is famous among the Wagashi masters in for children and youths, personality training Korea. Hanryu Tourism Train is Nuriro Train Seoul; on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fri- (especially the Hakata Machiya Folk Muse- the region, and has disciples coming from for adults, and special manner training for that consists of four railroad cars (261 days, the program consists of Animation um). Other interesting tourist attractions in abroad to learn the technique. When you general public. The school can accommo- seats). It will be running twice a week on Museum, Kimyujeong House of Literature, Fukuoka Prefecture are Chikugogawa Hot look at how he creates flowers, animals and 3 date up to 200 people, and is equipped with Saturdays and Sundays, in total for 80 and Chuncheon National Museum for chil- Spring, Dazaifu Prefectural Natural Park, and fruits Wagashi using the colored red bean accommodation, canteen, meeting and times. Hanryu Tourism Train runs between dren on field-trips; on weekends, the pro- Kurume. Another interesting area is Yanaga- paste, you will be amazed at how delicate 18th century costume training room. There are traditional manner Seoul Station and Chuncheon Station via gram involves Soyang Dam, Myeongdong, wa where visitors can cruise down the canals and artistic his technique is. You can also and moves the head, room, tea ceremony room, traditional music Ga-pyeong(Namiseom Island) Station, Kiyu- Provincial Hwamokwon, Makguksu Museum on "Donke" (gondola-type boats) and learn how to make Wagashi from Mr. Katao- right hand and facial room and traditional Chinese character class jeong Station and Namchuncheon Station. and the traditional market for family tourists. admire the red brick warehouses of the early ka. Also, you can buy Wagashi and Matcha details (eyes, eye- in the training room. The school also offers The product consists of travelling schedule Also on weekends, there is a special course 20th century and traditional Japanese-style set in the shop. brows, lips and fin- traditional Korean manner class, tea cere- like visiting Namiseom Island in Chuncheon, that visits the area around Chuncheon Dam storehouses. gers) of puppet, and mony manner class, traditional Korean Gangwon-do, Makguksu, Museum, where tourists can try fishing Bingeo (smelt) OSAKA 3 other two people music class and traditional Korean game market and Kimyujeong House of Literature. in winter. The program reduced its price to KUMAMOTO 2 WATCHING conceal themselves from the audience by class. In the traditional Korean manner The outer part of train is decorated with 5000 KRW for adults and 3000 KRW for WAGASHI EXPERIENCE IN UMEZONO Bunraku (ၛ໲) is one of the three traditional wearing black costumes, and move the left class, one can learn about how to wear Han- three traditional Korean colors and tradi- youths, children, disabled, veterans and .ঊĭġ̦̱ͩ) is a traditional performances of Japan. This puppet theater hand and feet of puppet. But minor roles bok (traditional Korean clothes), bowing in a tional patterns, and the image of actor So seniors excluding meals and entrance feesمWagashi (გ

Japanese sweet that is often served with tea. for adults is the world-reknown traditional and animal puppets are controlled by one traditional way, greeting manner, elegant Ji-Seop, currently an honorary ambassador 6 It is made of ingredients like sweet rice, red performance of Japan. It was first started in person. The whole scene is breathtaking pose and facial expression. In the tea cere- of Chuncheon. Customers on board can bean, flour and sugar. Wagashi is served Edo Era around Osaka region. Puppet, usual- as you watch the puppets expressing the mony manner class, one can learn about participate in various programs like fusion during the ritual Cha-do tea ceremony, and ly a half-size of real human, wears samurai complicated emotion like grief, eagerness how to drink tea, the names of tea tools, Gukak (traditional Korean music) and Kore- has sweet flavor and no grease in it. As some costumes or extravagant kimono that has and joy, dancing in amazing details and how to correctly call others, interesting Chi- an drama OST performance. The train also say that the first taste of Wagashi is appreci- perfect details. Three people are in charge of speaking their lines. You can witness the nese characters and traditional poems. In offers diverse events with actors wearing ated with eyes and the last taste is appreci- performing one puppet, each of them mov- essence of traditional Japanese art the traditional Korean music class, one can the costumes from Korean dramas like ated with tongue, Wagashi has attractive ing the puppet’s arms, legs and head. through the puppet theater in National sing along the Korean folk songs, learn how ‘Winter Sonata’ and ‘Iris’. and beautiful shapes. Sweet crafts are elab- Among these three men, the leader wears a Bunraku Theater in Osaka. to play the traditional instrument Janggu

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1 GEOJE lush tropical jungle, a natural geothermal tion, three meals per day, holistic exercise ing of Hai Van is wind and cloud or sea 6 GEOJE FISHING VILLAGE EXPERIENCE hot spring and a cluster of magnificent lime- classes, educational lectures and selected Russia cloud. True to its meaning, wind in Hai Van Geoje Fishing Village Experience Program is stone hills. Just 15 minutes from the town of spa and wellness treatments with a mini- IRKUTSK 4 Pass moves like a herd of horses galloping a complex experience program where tour- Ipoh, The Banjaran is strategically situated mum stay of two nights. To find out more IRKUTSK HISTORICAL CENTER WALKING several miles and clouds seem to pour down ists can experience the marine eco-system between two major cities in Malaysia – 1.5 about special introductory packages or to The square with park alleys and the Eternal from the heaven. One of the major Vietnam and lifestyle of fishing village, fishing indus- hours drive from Penang and just 2 hours by make a reservation, enquiry to be sent at flame monument in the middle of it is con- tourist attractions is the panoramic view of try and fishermen. It was created to increase car from the capital Kuala Lumpur. [email protected]. sidered to be the most central historical part the Danang city, Tien Sa port, Son Tra Penin- the income of fishermen. The program offers The Banjaran is a self-contained sanctuary of Irkutsk. This place lies along the right bank sula and long white sandy beach from the modern condominium and tourists enjoy consisting of 25 luxury villas that blend with KOTA KINABALU 3 of the Angara river at the confluence of Ang- Hai Van Pass.The pass is crowned with the their relaxing time. The program aims to pro- their natural surroundings and it offers a KINABALU NATIONAL PARK TREKKING ara with the Irkut river. In 1661 the first vestiges of a fortified gateway built by the vide tourists with an opportunity to experi- variety of wellness experiences including Climbing the rooftop of South-east Asia. wooden fort (the stockaded town) was French which is now covered with moss. This ence a daily life in ocean which is rare in holistic exercise disciplines such as Yoga, Kinabalu National Park, embracing Kinaba- established. It is believed that the name of gateway acts as entrance and exit points of urban areas. Tourists can get on the fishing Qi Gong and Tai Chi practiced in this amaz- lu and Tanbayukon – the highest moun- the city originated from the name of river Thuan Hoa and Quang Nam provinces. boat, go fishing with fishermen, and collect ing natural setting, and spa cuisine which tains in Southeast Asia (4101m) was entitled Irkut.The historical center of Irkutsk accom- These points are indicated by the inscribed clams from the mud flat. Major villages offer- utilises the freshest organic and locally as the World Natural Heritage for the first modates 3 old churches and one of them words Hai Van Gate on the one facing Thua ing the program are Isudo Fishing Village at sourced ingredients, designed to be well- time in Malaysia in 2000. It is the represen- used to be the first and the only stone struc- Thien and the most grandiose gateway in Sibang-ri, Jangmok-myeon and Dadae Mud balanced and easily digested. The retreat tative tourist spot of Sabah. After two and a ture on the territory of old Irkutsk. These the world on the one looking down on Flat Experience Center, etc. Among them, also features a host of unique offerings half hours of car ride from Kota Kinabalu, churches are Our Saviors Church, Epiphany Quang Nam. Gyedo Village was awarded 1st price in ‘the including the natural hot springs and ther- you reach the entrance of Kinabalu National Cathedral and Polish Roman Catholic Cathe- This descending journey has much more to Fifth National Outstanding Experience Vil- mal steam cave, a 400-million year old Park. The trail built until the altitude of 3353 dral. offer. The road between Danang to Hue lage Contest’. The village is famous for ‘Bajis- meditation cave, outdoor rainforest shower, meter is well managed and easy to walk on, Right now on the former territory of wooden passes by few small hills with its unique eon Fishing Experience’, ‘Marine fishing deck a foot reflexology walk, onsen dipping pots so you will need no special climbing skill or fort there is a large square with the war landscape just beyond it. The three hour duce you to the specialties, both European experience’ where tourists can fish for and a Dr Fish Pond. climbing tool. But remember to prepare memorial in the middle of it. It was opened drive from Danang to Hue, Vietnam is sure to and Asian cuisine, which have made this Ho Dodari and Gerchi, and . All rates are inclusive of villa accommoda- warm jackets because it gets cold in the in May 1975 when the country celebrated leave the visitors asking for more. No won- Chi Minh City dinner cruise a must-do culi- morning and evening. There are many the 30th anniversary of victory in World War der Hai Van Pass, Vietnam is listed among nary experience while in Vietnam. On board,

2 amusement facilities in the park as well. II. The honor guard now watches over the one of the most visited popular destinations you would be able to relax on the upper deck Malaysia The hot spring is located in the mountain, memorial and shifts every 15 minutes. A in Vietnam. and enjoy the panoramic view of the city IPOH 2 and is a suitable place for getting soaked in group of five school children marches to the lights or to admire the traditional boat FIRST LUXURY WELLNESS RETREAT spring water and relax yourself. You can memorial and then at the eternal flame, HO CHI MINH 6 while cruising along the Saigon River. Sunway International Hotels & Resorts is also enjoy canopy walk (40 meter high, 157 guards are replaced. DINNER CRUISE ON SAIGON RIVER For dinner, you can select from a range of proud to introduce the latest addition to meter long) in the forest, and witness tropi- This Ho Chi Minh dinner cruise is a Vietnam- traditional dishes, including rice flower pan- their stable of existing hotels and resorts in cal forests, animals and plants. If you are ese dining experience with a difference and cakes ‘Banh xeo’, on sugar the region – The Banjaran Hotsprings lucky enough, you will see rafflesia, the Vietnam the perfect way to soak up the activity along cane, lotus salad ‘Goi ngo sen’ or pork pine- Retreat. Launched on the 31st January 2010, largest flower in the world. Butterfly farm DANANG 5 the Saigon River. You will cruise 2-hours on a apple cooked on the BBQ grill. A The Banjaran is Malaysia's first luxury well- that accommodates all kinds of butterflies HAI VAN PASS DRIVE COURSE traditional Junk and enjoy sensational gas- delicious dessert will end this unforgettable ness retreat. Located in historic Tambun, in and restaurants, serving a variety of food Hai Van Pass, Vietnam is one of the highest tronomic moments on one of the most evening on the waterways, before getting the state of Perak, the five-star wellness from traditional Malay Cuisines to western passes in the country and one of the most authentic vessels on the Saigon river. The back to the dock after saying goodbye to retreat is nestled in a 16.59 acre valley amid dishes are satisfying too. scenic hillside roads in Vietnam. The mean- captain will welcome you aboard and intro- your hospitable hosts.

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