Noam Tunnel (노암터널) – Homepage www.gn.go.kr Noam Tunnel is a hidden attraction of Gangneung, stretching from Ipam-dong to Jungang Market. The old train tunnel was put out of use with the construction of the newer KTX line, and has now become a must-see attraction along the Gangneung Bau-gil Trail. – Address : Noam-dong, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do…
Gangneung Myeongju-dong Streets (강릉 명주동 거리) – Homepage ww.gn.go.kr Myeongju-dong in Gangneung has been the center of administration and culture from the Goryeo dynasty onwards. Nowadays, visitors can enjoy a range of concerts, performances, and events at the Myeongju Art Space, Haetsal Museum, Jageun Stage, Gangneung Coffee Festival, Myeongju Flea Market, and more. The streets…
Gangneung Gyeongpo Beach (강릉 경포해수욕장) – Homepage www.gn.go.kr – Tel +82-33-640-4531 Located 1 kilometer away from Gyeongpodae Pavilion and 6 kilometers from downtown Gangneung, Gyeongpo Beach is a sand bank formed between Gyeongpoho Lake and the ocean. This beach has a beautiful sandy shore that extends to a length of 1.8 kilometers and shallow waters,…
Jumunjin Port (주문진항) – Homepage jumunjinport.co.kr – Tel +82-33-662-2106 Jumunjin Port, one of the main fishing ports on the east coast, is home to over 350 fishing boats. The East Sea, where the warm and cold waters meet, is excellent for catching many different types of fish including lance fish, pollack, herring, and anchovy, as…
Ojukheon House (강릉 오죽헌) – Homepage www.gn.go.kr – Tel +82-33-660-3301 Ojukheon House was where Yi I (penname Yulgok; scholar and politician of the Joseon Period) was born. It was built during the early Joseon dynasty and was designated as a Treasure in 1963 for its historical value. Inside the house is Mongryongsil, where Yi I…
Woljeongsa Temple & Needle Fir Forest (월정사.월정사전나무숲) – Homepage www.woljeongsa.org Woljeongsa Temple, established in 643 during the Silla dynasty, is located on Odaesan Mountain. It’s renowned for its historical and cultural treasures, including an octagonal nine-story stone pagoda from the Goryeo era. A tranquil pathway, approximately 1 kilometer long, extends from Woljeongsa’s Iljumun Gate to…
Hongcheon Palbongsan Mountain (팔봉산(홍천)) – Homepage www.hongcheon.go.kr Hongcheon’s Palbongsan Mountain, reaching an elevation of 328 meters, is distinctive for its profile resembling eight peaks aligned side by side. The hiking trail predominantly features rocky sections that require careful navigation, including parts with rope-assisted climbs and steep ladders. For this ascent, essential hiking gear such as…
d.forest (강아지숲) – Homepage dforest.co.kr d.forest is the largest dog park in Korea at approximately 99,173 ㎡. It has various attractions to enjoy, together with visitor’s pet dog, including museum, walking trails, playground and more. The museum focuses on the theme of human and dogs living in harmony. The museum provides pet waiting room for…
Gangneung Coffee Street (강릉커피거리) – Homepage ggcoffeestreet.modoo.at Having gained much attention for coffee expertise through Animok Cafe Street since the 1980s, Gangneung in Gangwon State is the first local district in Korea to host a coffee festival and support coffee artisans as well as promote development of coffee related facilities and content such as coffee…
Sokcho Beach (속초해수욕장) – Homepage www.sokchotour.com Sokcho Beach opened in 1976 and is one of Korea’s representative beaches. It is close to Sokcho’s downtown, and the express bus terminal is also within walking distance, so transportation is convenient. With clear sea water, shallow depth, and a gentle slope, Sokcho Beach attracts visitors from all over…