The Stand on Hajo Bay (더 스탠드 온 하조베이) – Homepage http://thestand.kr Located at Yangyang’s Hajodae Beach, also known as the “Surfer Beach,” this rooftop restaurant offers stunning ocean views. Facing the sea, guests can enjoy the seascape as if admiring a work of art. The outdoor area is designed to allow visitors to fully…
Hani Lavender Farm (하늬라벤더팜) – Homepage www.lavenderfarm.co.kr – Tel +82-33-681-0005 The Hani Lavender Farm transforms into a sea of purple every June, as its lavender fields reach full bloom. During this time, the farm celebrates with a Lavender Festival, featuring concerts and workshops on making lavender sachets. Beyond lavender, the farm showcases other floral attractions…
Gariwangsan Mountain (가리왕산) – Homepage www.foresttrip.go.kr Gariwangsan Mountain provides a view of the East Sea from its summit on clear days. Beyond the lushness of summer, it is celebrated for its royal azaleas in spring, vibrant fall colors in autumn, and a picturesque snow-covered landscape in winter. The Gariwangsan Music Festival is a highlight of…
Sugamgyegok Valley (숙암계곡) – Homepage www.jeongseon.go.kr Sugamgyegok Valley, stretching 10 kilometers long, meanders around Sangwonsan and Gariwangsan Mountains. The roads flanking the valley are favored destinations for scenic drives. One of the valley’s key features is the Sugamsaem Spring, known for its clear and cold water. Upstream, a 20-meter-tall waterfall stands as a prime attraction,…
Cheoksan Hot Springs Zone (척산온천지구) – Homepage www.sokchotour.com/tour www.chocksanspa.co.kr www.choksan.co.kr – Tel +82-33-639-2901 Cheoksan Hot Springs Zone, located in Sokcho, is a village dedicated to hot spring tourism. Key attractions like Cheoksan Spa & Hotel, Cheoksan Hot Spring Bath, and Footbath Park have been sequentially built to shape the area as it is known today….
Seoraksan Ulsanbawi Rock (설악산 울산바위) – Homepage www.ulsan-rock.co.kr – Tel +82-33-680-3382 Ulsanbawi is a rock formation in Seoraksan Mountain that consists of six massive peaks, each reaching 900 meters above sea level. The name “Ulsanbawi” is derived from the shape of the peaks, which spread out like a fence, and it is located at the…
Seoraksan Gwongeumseong Fortress (설악산 권금성) – Homepage seorak.knps.or.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) – Tel +82-33-636-7700 Gwongeumseong Fortress is a stone castle from the Goryeo dynasty and is located 800 meters above sea level in Seoraksan National Park. From a distance, Gwongeumseong Fortress looks like a rising peak, while up close, the expansive stone floor and…
Hanwha Resort Seorak Waterpia (한화리조트 설악 워터피아) – Homepage www.hanwharesort.co.kr (Korean only) – Tel +82-33-630-5800 Hanhwa Resort Seorak Waterpia is a theme park where visitors can enjoy both hot spring baths and water parks. Using natural hot spring water, Seorak Waterpia is divided into a spa zone and a water zone. Its main facilities include…
Soyanggang Skywalk (소양강스카이워크) – Homepage www.tour.chuncheon.go.kr The Soyanggang Skywalk, extending over the river, spans 174 meters in length, with a transparent glass floor covering 156 meters of its section. At the end of the skywalk, visitors will find a circular plaza and an observatory, renowned for their panoramic views, especially of the sunsets. Additionally, the…
Chuncheon Myeongdong Street (춘천명동거리) – Homepage tour.chuncheon.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) – Tel +82-33-250-3089 The street, named after Seoul’s Myeong-dong, has become the main thoroughfare in Chuncheon. Although it is not particularly large, it links to the Yungnimgogae Pass and serves as a vibrant hub for youth, hosting a variety of shops and shopping malls…