In the late 19th century, as the Joseon Dynasty was nearing its end, the dynasty's long-held isolationist policy was replaced by one of open trade. Since then, Incheon has evolved into a prominent international port city. Incheon, with a population of 2.6 million in an area of 958km², has emerged as a trade hub in Northeast Asia. Cargo ships from all around the world dock at Incheon port. Ferry services are also available here, linking Korea to neighboring Chinese cities including Tianjin, Shanghai and Weihai, and this has contributed to vigorous coastal exchanges between China and Korea.
Incheon International Airport which opened on March 29, 2001 is an advanced mega-scale international airport, serving 100 million passengers per year. It has emerged as a transportation hub in Northeast Asia, becoming a center of international logistics.

Jeondeungsa (temple)
This is an ancient temple believed to have been built during the Three Kingdoms period 1,600 years ago. It is regarded as one of the 31 leading Buddhist temples in the country. Daeungjeon (main hall) decorated with beautiful sculptures, colorful paintings and patterns called Dancheong, as well as the uniquely-styled Beomjong (Buddhist temple bell) attract the attention of numerous tourists.

Incheon Dohobucheongsa and Incheon Hyanggyo:
Incheon Dohobucheongsa is a local magistrate's office during the Joseon Dynasty, while Hyanggyo is an old Confucian school. Designed to help people better understand traditional artifacts and learn institutions and systems of the Joseon Dynasty, the village has installed lifelike dolls inside the buildings to recreate the lifestyle of the Joseon Dynasty.

Hwadojin Park:
Originally built as a fortress to prepare for the opening of Incheon Port, Hwadojin was a venue where Korea signed the Amity and Trade Treaty with the United States, Britain and Germany in 1882. The exhibition hall constructed adjacent to the indoor well of the fortress exhibits a number of relics of the time, serving as a precious historical sanctuary of Incheon which has fewer historical exhibition halls..

Jayu (Freedom) Park:
This is the country's first Western-style park. In April, the park is ablaze with cherry blossoms. At the top of the park stands the Statue of General MacArthur who successfully led the famous Incheon Landing operation during the Korean War. The views from the summit, overlooking Incheon Harbor and Wolmido Island, are breathtaking.

Wolmido Street of Culture:
Entertainment facilities along the waterfront streets and art performances at an amphitheater offer great fun and excitement for visitors. The main street is packed with various cafes with chic and modern interiors, and outdoor restaurants serve gourmet dishes, especially fresh seafood, all of which offer scenic view of the sea. Ferry services and maritime cruises provide visitors an opportunity to admire the beauty of the neighboring islands and coastal areas, including Yeongjongdo Island.

Yeonan Harbor:
The area houses a ferry terminal offering ferry services linking Incheon's famous resort islands (i.e. Baeknyeongdo, Deokjeokdo and Mueuido) and large fish market where crabs, mussels, matsubara and sea bream freshly caught off the coast are sold at bargain prices. The resort is also famous for its seawater bathhouse.

China Town:
This town was first established when China's Qing Dynasty established a consulate in Incheon, following the opening of Jemulpo Port in 1883. It was once a flourishing commercial centers where silk, herbal medicines and celadons were traded between Korea and China. It is still popular for its excellent authentic Chinese cuisine offered at several Chinese restaurants in the town. Vigorous development work is underway as it has been designated as a special tourist zone.

Jemulpo Art Festival:
Every June at the Composite Cultural Center located in Wolmido Street of Culture.
It features Korean traditional classical music performances, Youth Symphony Orchestra concerts and exhibitions of varied works of art.

Hwadojin Festival:
May 22 every year at Hwadojin Park.
It features demonstrations of ceramic arts and traditional craftworks, discounted sales at the traditional market and performances by people designated as intangible cultural artisans such as the Eunyul Mask Dance and the West Coast Pungeoje, a worship ritual honoring the sea god held by fishermen to pray for an abundant fish harvest.

Two deluxe hotels (Songdo Beach/200, Paradise Olympos/175), five first-class hotels (Royal/113, Galaxy/75, Charis/73, New Star/57, Kosmos /43), four second-class hotels and four third-class hotels

Half-Day Tour
• Incheon Munhak Stadium Incheon Hyanggyo (Confucian Academy) Incheon Landing Memorial Hall Songdo Island Resort Yeonan Harbor Incheon Munhak Stadium

Day Tour
• Incheon Munhak Stadium Incheon Municipal Museum Incheon Landing Memorial Hall Yeonan Harbor Wolmido Island Hwadojin Fortress Sinpo & Jungang Market Incheon Munhak Stadium

Two Days One Night Tour
• Incheon Munhak Stadium Incheon Hyanggyo (Confucian Academy) Incheon Complex Art & Culture Center Incheon Landing Memorial Hall Yeonan Harbor Wolmido Island Ganghwado Island (Hotel) Ganghwa Historic Hall Gangseongbo Reservoir & Deokjinjin Ferry Jeondeungsa temple Southernmost Beach of Gwanghwa Ganghwa Dolmen Tomb Ganghwa Special Product Shopping Center Incheon Munhak Stadium

Three Days Two Nights Tour
• Incheon Munhak Stadium Incheon Landing Memorial Hall Yeonan Harbor Baengneyongdo Island Yeonan Harbor Hwadojin Fortress Sinpo & Jungang Market Incheon Munhak Stadium

• Tourist Information Hotline: +82-1330
  - When calling for local information dial '1330', when calling for information on a different area press the area code before dialing '1330'.
  
• Incheon Comprehensive Tour Information Center
  - Location : Incheon Station Plaza
  - Phone Number : +82-32-760-7434, FAX: +82-32-760-7435
  
• Incheon International Airport Tourist Information Center
  - Location : Passenger Terminal G15, G16 Information Desk
  - Open Hours : 07: 00~22:00(Open 365 days)
  - Staff : 6 persons(2 English Speaking Staff, 2 Japanese Speaking
• Staff, 2 Chinese Speaking Staff)
  - Phone Number : +82-32-743-0011
  
• Dept. of Sightseeing Promotion of Incheon City +82-32-440-3312~3
  
• Sightseeing Association of Incheon City +82-32-884-4590
  
• Incheon Tourist Information Center +82-32-831-0848
  
• Incheon International Airport Passenger Terminal Tourist Information Center +82-32-883-3068
  
• Sinpodong Tourist Information Center +82-32-773-3900
  
• Incheon Terminal Tourist Information Center +82-32-430-7257
  
• Wolmido Island Tourist Information Center +82-32-765-4169
  
• Battle Fields of Ganghwa Tourist Information Center +82-32-933-2178
  
• Incheon Station General Tourist Information Center +82-32-760-7434
  
• A-amdo Tourist Information Center +82-32-421-5628
  
• Incheon City Tourist Information Center
  
• Incheon City Tour Bus
  
• ONE-STOP Service www.hodotour.com
  Tourism and Reservation Service Sites for Transportation and Sightseeing Tours in the 10 Host Cities
  
• www.tour2korea.com
  
• www.lifeinkorea.com
  
• www.korea.net

• Incheon Bus Terminal +82-32-430-7114
  
• Ganghwa Bus Terminal +82-32-934-3447
  
• Incheon International Airport +82-32-741-0104
  
• Dong Incheon Station +82-32-772-7788
  
• Bupyeong Station +82-32-503-7788
  
• Incheon Station +82-32-772-0788
  
• Jemulpo Station +82-32-883-7788
  
• Incheon Subway

• Inha University Hospital +82-32-890-2455
  
• Incheon Red Cross Hospital +82-32-812-8200
  
• Gachon Medical School Ghil Medical Center +82-32-460-3114
  
• Inha University Hospital +82-32-890-2114

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