South Korea Hoseo Cheongju

A large city with a long history, featuring an ancient fortress, several museums, and a vibrant studential atmosphere.

Explore the remnants of this 16C hilltop fortress, hiking along its thick fortifications and admiring the surrounding nature.

Stroll through streets full of little colorful shops, quaint cafes, modern buildings, as well as traditional restaurants.

A national museum exhibiting relics and artifacts of Korean culture and history, as well as model exhibits of traditional ceremonies.

Tracing the making of Jikji, the world's first book printed with movable metal type, this museum also exhibits ancient manuscripts.

This small zoo is home to nearly 125 animal species, and offers a nice array of hiking paths nearby.