여름 휴가철, 떠날만한 명품마을 5곳<br /><br />Speaking of vacation... here are some destinations in Korea you might want to consider if you're thinking about a trip.<br />Lee Min-sun introduces us to five villages selected by the Korea National Park Service. In this quiet town...visitors can enjoy a relaxing walk along the stone wall.<br />Sangseo village located in Dadohaehaesang National Marine Park in Jeollanam-do Province is one of the destinations that Korea National Park Service recommends for a summer vacation.<br />The village's unique rice paddies are recognized as 'Globally Important Agricultural Heritage' by the United Nations.<br />Korea National Park Service selected five Myeongpum villages or "villages of excellence" that are worth visiting this summer.<br />Naedo island in Hallyeohaesang National Marine Park offers beautiful scenery. Visitors can enjoy looking out over the sea while relaxing in a forest by the beach.<br />For families with little kids, Golmoe-gol village in Woraksan Mountain is a good choice. Children can enjoy swimming in the mountain stream or simply playing in the water to cool off.<br />"My children are having so much fun here. We can play in water as well. It’s quite a rejuvenating experience."<br />If visitors want a more unique vacation, they can go to Jeollanam-do Province and take a ferry from Heuksando to spend time at an island village or take a look at the traditional agriculture on Mudeungsan Mountain.<br />"Myeongpum villages are supported by the National Park Service to preserve the parks and improve residents' income. These villages are filled with things to see, eat and enjoy for a memorable summer vacation."<br />These villages of excellence are already popular destinations... so it's recommended that you make a reservation in advance.<br />Lee Min-sun Arirang News.<br />
