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Korea 823-824, MI 837-838, MNH. National Parks: Kojo Island, Crater Lake, 1972 $5.85

Island City 1st Album CD -SEALED- [Korea Music] $0.99

Island City – 1ST ALBUM KOREA CD *SEALED* $15.99

DVD SBS KOREA POP MUSIC FESTIVAL 3 Disc Set SUPER JUNIOR FT ISLAND 2NE1 CNBLUE $29.99

Japan Korea F.T Island FTIsland SATISFACTION Taiwan w/obi CD+Promo Card New $16.99

1977 NATURE,World Tourism Day,Ulleung-do Island,KOREA STAMP FULL SHEET MNH,VF $3.99

Afghanistan Greece Korea Scotland South Sea Island Holland Persia Art Postcard $1.99

1950 August 21 LIFE Magazine – Korea – Monhegan Island – U. S. Water Shortage $24.95

1996 Norfolk Island Korea Butterfly Cover 134 $8.00

Korea 1981 Seoul Tower Ulreung Island Set/2 MNH Sc#1274 $1.00

FT ISLAND HONG GI KOREA GROUP VERY CUTE PHOTO NOTEBOOK $5.99

FT F.T.ISLAND Autographed 3rd Album RETURN CD+PHOTObk New Korea signed signature $59.00

FT Island Lee HongGi Autographed Photo New Korea 4*6 signed signature free ship $19.00

Korea FUSAN Harbor Deer Island from Street STEREO PHOTO $180.00

Korea – SC 1120 Paikryung Island block 1980 $2.00

Europe Asia Korea Island 1715 Antique Map 32278 $213.35

Europe Asia Korea Island 1715 Antique Map 32282 $213.35

VIETNAM, KOREA, RAID ON TOKYO, BRITAIN & STORM – FIVE MARSHALL ISLANDS, $5 COINS $19.95

JEJU ISLAND KOREA GRANDPARENTS FIGURINE/PEN/PENCIL HOLDER/ESTATE $3.00

FT Island Autographed Slogan Towel Fanclub Album Hand Signed Korea $3.16

1984 Pitcairn Island Ausipex Korea Cover 153 $12.00

Mike Oldfield “Islands” LP Printed in Korea $9.99

1970-80′s World First 1st Day Covers Norway Italy Korea Greece Marshall Islands $4.99

Korea 2006 Jeju Peace Island Animal Horse MNH Sc#2218 $1.00

Cusco – Mystic Island KOREA CASSETTE TAPE *SEALED* $6.99

1897 VICTORIAN MAP ~ KOREA ISLAND of JAPAN FORMOSA (RUSSIA IN ASIA ON REVERSE) $45.05

Korea FUSAN Harbor Deer Island from Street STEREO PHOTO $180.00

Korea,Faroe Islands,Canada fauna 3 complete series MNH $4.50

1722 – BOSSUET – Small and detailed map ASIA with Large Iesso KOREA as an Island $79.99

Mug Cup Souvenir Liberty Island New York Karol Western Korea 3.5″ High Ceramic $6.99

VINTAGE KOREA/KOREAN PHOTO C-47 LANDING ON BEACH ON ISLAND OF P-Y-DO K-53 $3.00

VINTAGE KOREA/KOREAN PHOTO OF CHINCHON-NI VILLAGE ON ISLAND OF P-Y-DO K-53 $3.00

VINTAGE KOREA/KOREAN PHOTO OF SCHOOL OUTSIDE CHINCHON-NI ON ISLAND OF P-Y-DO K53 $3.00

Korea 1977 Ulleung Island Haeundae Beach Set/2 MNH $1.00

FT Island – Beautiful Journey KOREA CD *SEALED* $13.64

1885 engraving ~ ELBOW FORT, KANGHOA ISLAND, Korea $6.99

Korea Korean Marine Corps Black Dragon Yeonpyeong Island Unit Pin, Military Rare $9.99

JAPAN KOREA KURIL ISLANDS TAIWAN FORMOSA – Map 1898 $49.00

PUSAN CIRCLE Parris Island USMC Korea 6×24 Street Sign $21.99

PUSAN CIRCLE Parris Island USMC Korea Street Sign v2 $21.99

FT ISLAND – Flower Rock (CD+DVD) KOREA CD *SEALED* OBI $11.46

1885 engraving ~ CHIEF OF VILLAGE OF ROSE ISLAND, Korea $7.99

1885 engraving ~ COREAN MAGAZINE, Kanghoa Island, Korea $8.99

Korea 1978 SG 1332 20w. World Tourism Day: Islands [MNH] $1.00

KOREA MUSIC FT Island – Memory In Ftisland CD (FTI01RM) $16.04

PORE CLEARING VOLCANIC MASK KOREA JEJU ISLAND 50g $19.00

Shutter Island Soundtrack KOREA 2CD *SEALED* $13.99

FT Island – Return 3rd Mini Album KOREA CD *SEALED* $13.25

FT Island – Flower Rock KOREA CD+DVD *SEALED* OBI $13.99

Jewelry – Kitchi Island 5TH ALBUM KOREA CD *SEALED* $10.90

1903 MAP ~ JAPAN AND KOREA ~ KURILE ISLANDS LIU-KIU ISLANDS AND FORMOSA $33.80

FT ISLAND “PUFFY JACKETS” ASIAN POSTER-Korea Kpop Music $9.99

1951 Map Japan Draft Treaty Principal Islands Korea $32.56

National Geographic 8-1974 NZ North Island North Korea $5.95

Korea Star Accessories FT Island HongGi Triangle Hole One Touch Earring(MADC205) $11.99

MELISSA ETHERIDGE(KOREA LP 12″)NEVER ENOUGH ’92 pressing w/INSERT EX island $19.99

1953 Cheju Island Korea Girl scout and boy scout Press Photo $28.88

Jeju Island: Reaching to the Core of Beauty, Jejoo, Korean Travel, Korea $19.99

Dokdo island Hwatu GoStop Godori Korea Card Game new $8.50

Tartary Asia 1661 Jansson Korea as island & w/ America $416.50

Jewelry – Kitchi Island: 5th Album – KOREA CD *SEALED* $10.94

Russia Siberia China Korea Island 1734 Antique Map 30228 $202.46

Asia at the crossroads: Japan, Korea, China, Philippine islands,, E. Alexander P $16.88

Jinsen Incheon Getsubi Island Swimming Pool Korea 20s $24.99

FT Island – Grown-Up KOREA CD *SEALED* $13.85

NATALIE IMBRUGLIA – WHITE LILIES ISLAND(KOREA) CD *NEW* $13.99

Japan and Kouriles Islands Korea China antique atlas map 1893 $65.00

FT ISLAND – Memory In FT ISLAND (Remake Album) KOREA CD *NEW* K-POP $13.44

Dokdo island Hwatu GoStop Godori Korea Card Game new $6.00

BN SURE Korea August 2011 Carmen Kass F.T Island Kpop $19.72

FT Island – Memory In Ftisland Remake Album KOREA CD *SEALED* $13.49

Korea 1978 Tourism Kyongbok Palace & Baeg Do Island Set $1.00

NEW Voyage to Korea and the Island of Loo-Choo (1820… $18.03

NEW Voyage to Korea and the Island of Loo-Choo (1820… $27.71

Red Island T-shirt & Korea & USA style Snsd Top Sale $4.99

Yellow green Island T-shirt Snsd&Korea style Top Sale $4.99

1984 Australia Pitcairn Island Korea Cover 161 $15.00

[wegetworld ]baviphat ISLAND GIRLS BB Primer Fix 45ml Made in South Korea $16.99

Cusco ” Cool Island” LP Printed in Korea $9.99

Korean Marine Corps Black Dragon Yeonpyeong Island Unit PATCH B, Military, Korea $9.50

Korean Marine Corps Black Dragon Yeonpyeong Island Unit PATCH C, Military, Korea $8.50

Korean Marine Corps Black Dragon Yeonpyeong Island Unit PATCH A, Military, Korea $8.50

Vista Point – JEJU ISLAND South Korea – Travel DVD $19.99

ROMANTIC ISLAND – Soundtrack KOREA CD *NEW* Ireland $18.99

Korea Jeju Island Village Guardian Hareubang Harubang Statue Sculpture Souvenir $15.95

Korea Jeju Island Village Guardian Hareubang Harubang Statue Sculpture Souvenir $15.95

Korea Jeju Island Village Guardian Hareubang Harubang Statue Sculpture Souvenir $15.95

Korea Jeju Island Village Guardian Hareubang Harubang Statue Sculpture Souvenir $15.95

Korea Jeju Island Village Guardian Hareubang Harubang Statue Sculpture Souvenir $15.95

Korea Jeju Island Village Guardian Hareubang Harubang Keychains Key Rings $6.50

Korea Jeju Island Village Guardian Hareubang Harubang Keychains Key Rings $12.00

Korea Jeju Island Village Guardian Hareubang Harubang Keychains Key Rings $20.00

Korea Jeju Island Village Guardian Hareubang Harubang Keychains Key Rings $35.00

Korea Jeju Island Female Diver Haenyeo Statues Keychains Key Rings Adorable Cute $7.50

Korea Jeju Island Female Diver Haenyeo Statues Keychains Key Rings Adorable Cute $14.00

Korea Jeju Island Female Diver Haenyeo Statues Keychains Key Rings Adorable Cute $25.00

Korea Jeju Island Female Diver Haenyeo Statues Keychains Key Rings Adorable Cute $45.00

Korea Jeju Island Village Guardian Cute Hareubang Harubang Mobile Straps Charms $6.50

Korea Jeju Island Village Guardian Hareubang Harubang Statue Sculpture Souvenir $11.95

Korea Jeju Island Village Guardian Hareubang Harubang Statue Sculpture Souvenir $11.95

Island Korea

Korea’s Top 10 Tourist Destinations

To celebrate the completion of its new website, the Korea Tourism Organization has come up with an list of heralded travel destinations exclusively for visitors. Due in large part to Korea’s beautiful, rolling mountains, surrounding oceans and myriad cultural & historical sites, the flow of tourists to the country is steadily growing. If you do not want to miss out on any must-see places or must-do activities, be sure to include Korea’s top 10 tourist destinations in your itinerary.

 

 

No.1 Traditional Market Tour (Namdaemun Market, Dongdaemun Market, Myeong-dong and Insa-dong)

As a time-honored traditional haven, Namdaemun Market makes for an ideal place to soak in the shopping scene with its unlimited street-vendors, and myriad restaurants. If it’s the latest fashion trends you’re after, Dongdaemun Market never sleeps, greeting shoppers from 10am to as late as 5am the following morning. The area is bustling with energetic Koreans even at dawn. Myeong-dong, which was rated the number-one destination visited by foreign tourists, is crowded with people all year round.

 

It has a longstanding reputation for attracting the young and fashionable aficionados. The cozy, narrow streets of Insa-dong are lined with antique shops selling old-fashioned books, paintings and ceramics. The many elusive alleyways boast a variety of teahouses serving traditional teas and eateries selling bindaeddeok (Korean-style pancakes) and makgeolli (rice wine).

 

 

No.2 Gyeongju Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto Tour

Regarded as a “roofless museum,” Gyeongju has numerous relics and remains dating all the way back to the Silla Kingdom (BC 57 -AD 935).

In particular, Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto, which have both been designated World Cultural Heritage Sites by UNESCO, are must-see destinations.

Dabotap and Seokgatap, granite pagodas engraved with bamboo and lotus flower patterns, are popular spots for photo opportunities. Seokguram Grotto is a dome-shaped stone cave made from some 360 granite plates. The marveling construction of Seokguram Grotto, built with unprecedented precision, features a gem on the forehead of the beautiful and magnificent Buddha statue and is an incredible sight to behold at sunrise.

 

 

No.3 DMZ-Tour

The DMZ is a place where you can see the truce line that separates Korea into south and north, making it the only divided country in the world. As public access to the DMZ is strictly restricted and the area is guarded by both South and North Korean soldiers, the DMZ remains a virtually undisturbed zone. Therefore, rare plants and animals are often spotted there. You can also see stern guards defending their respective territories at the Panmunjeom security posts. You may even get a glimpse of North Korean residents through a telescope at any number of observatories.

 

 

No.4 Busan’s Haeundae Beach and Jagalchi Market Tour

Busan, a beautiful port city on the Korean Peninsula surrounded on three sides by ocean, features perfect harmony between vast sandy beaches and coastline. Haeundae Beach is considered a landmark in Busan as it is frequented by international and Korean tourists alike, particularly during the summer vacation season. Jagalchi Market, located near Haeundae, is Korea’s largest fish market. It sells a variety of fish caught off of Haeundae’s coast. Jagalchi offers the delight of sampling fresh sushi as merchants prepare it on the spot.

 

 

No.5 Jeju UNESCO Natural Heritage Tour

Jeju Island, Korea’s southernmost island, was formed as a direct result of volcanic activity. Its natural beauty is globally recognized as it was designated a World Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO in June 2007.

The Jeju tour offers a number of places to appreciate the mystery and beauty of nature. There is a legend about Baekrokdam Lake at Hallasan Mountain where wizards are said to have frolicked here. And though the Geomun Oreum lava caves were created a long time ago, their inner structures are well preserved and lava pillars show traces of where lava onced flowed. Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak (Sunrise Peak) is a perfect spot to watch the magnificent view of the sun rising over the sea cliffs at dawn.

 

 

No.6 Tradition Experience Tour (Andong Hahoe Village & Korea Folk Village)

Are you interested in the lifestyle of ancient Koreans? If so, be sure to check out both Andong Hahoe Village and Korea Folk Village. You can learn about the old homes, traditional games and folk culture of Korean ancestors all in one place.

 

The ancient houses at Hahoe Village are traditional Korean-style houses that are thousands of years old. More surprisingly, they are still inhabited by people today. There is a program that gives tourists a chance to spend a night in one of the houses. The Hohoe Byeolsingut Exorcism, which has been designated an important intangible cultural asset, is staged at 3 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday from March through November. Admission is free.

 

 

No.7 Korea Buddhist Temple Tour (Haeinsa Temple, Tongdosa Temple, Songgwangsa Temple, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple)

Korea’s Buddhist temples are located deep within mountains, and are in perfect harmony with the surrounding nature. Haeinsa Temple, located at Gaya Mountain, is one of three major Buddhist temples in Korea.  is home to Tripitaka Koreana, a national treasure created to protect the country from foreign invasion.

 

Tongdosa Temple is famous for not having any Buddhist statues in the temple. However, you must stop by its main building, which have sarira (marble-shaped relics retrieved after cremating Buddha) enshrined in the place of a Buddha statue. Nicknamed “a prison in heaven,”

 

Songgwangsa Temple means “a rest area for clouds and winds.” It is an ideal spot to relax body and mind. Haedong Yonggungsa Temple is a temple frequented by tourists visiting Busan. It features picturesque scenery as it towers over the ocean. It offers many other attractions, including a dragon-shaped stone sculpture, Korea’s largest Buddha statue, and a wishing rock.

 

 

No.8 Famous Mountain Tour (Seoraksan Mountain, Jirisan Mountain, Geumgangsan Mountain)

A mountain climber was once asked, “Why do you climb a mountain?” and he answered, “Because there is a mountain.”Korea is a perfect place for such an enthusiast as the majority of its landscape is covered with mountains. In addition to a sense of accomplishment upon conquering their peaks, Seoraksan Mountain, Jirisan Mountain and Geumgangsan Mountain offer the pleasure of a beautiful nature experience.

 

Seoraksan Mountain has a number of peaks and valleys, including Korea’s third-highest peak, Hangyeryeong. Designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, it is home to diverse species of plants and animals.

 

The origins of the name of Jirisan Mountain, Korea’s first national park, lead to a popular belief that the mountain has the power to turn a foolish person wise. Though it is famous for its steep and towering peaks, it is also good for family climbers as there are various paths on the mountain.

 

Geumgangsan Mountain, located in North Korea, commands a unique view in each season, and so it has a different name for each season: Geumgangsan Mountain, Bongraesan Mountain, Pungaksan Mountain and Gaegolsan Mountain. You will need to sign up for a package tour to visit Geumgangsan Mountain. Among four different courses, all of which feature the seasonal beauty of Geumgangsan Mountain, Guryongyeon Falls is not to be missed.

 

 

No.9 Ancient Palace Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Deoksugung Palace)

Built during the Joseon dynasty (1392-1910), Gyeongbokgung Palace is recognized as the finest among the five major palaces. As a main palace representing the Joseon dynasty, it was a residence for royal families and a place where official ceremonies and rituals were held. It is a famous destination and a favorite among foreign tourists who visit Seoul.

 

Changdeokgung Palace is a secondary palace built after Gyeongbokgung. Its original form is the best preserved of all the royal palaces of the Joseon dynasty. Its rear garden with its harmony of nature and man-made structures is known for its tremendous beauty. Untouched natural settings and pavilions create a garden that is truly fit for a royal king.

 

Deoksugung is a royal palace where King Gojong, the 26th king of the Joseon dynasty, lived until his final days. Especially famous are Seokjojeon, which hosted foreign envoys, and the stonewall path that has a superstitious belief associated with it that lovers who walk along the wall together will break up.

 

 

No.10 Gangwon-do Ski Tour

Gangwon-do is a haven for Korean skiers as winter begins earliest here in Korea and it is famous for heavy snowfalls throughout the winter. Skiers have a wide selection as Gangwon-do’s ski resorts offer diverse slopes and various facilities. Yongpyeong Resort, where international competitions have been held, has 31 slopes available for skiers of all levels.

Daemyung Vivaldi Park is ideal for young skiers who want to ski well into the night. Those who do not want to ski can have fun at Ocean World, an indoor water park located underground, beneath the resort. At Gangwon Land High 1 Ski Resort, you can enjoy gambling as well as skiing. It is connected by Korea’s only ski train, and the ride to the ski resort adds to the overall sense of entertainment.

 

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