Gangwon-do

Yeongwol Jangneung Royal Tomb [UNESCO World Heritage] (영월 장릉(단종) [유네스코 세계유산]) – Homepage encykorea.aks.ac.kr – Tel +82-33-374-4215 This site is the tomb of King Danjong (1441-1457), the sixth king of the Joseon dynasty. Unlike typical royal tombs, it is relatively modest and smaller in size. King Danjong’s story is tragic one, as he was dethroned…

Alpensia Resort (알펜시아 리조트) – Tel +82-33-339-0000 Alpensia Resort, located approx. 184 kilometers from Seoul in Daegwallyeong, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do, is a tourism & leisure complex open year round. The resort allows visitors to enjoy the area’s pristine natural beauty throughout each of the four seasons. The name “Alpensia” is a combination of the words “Alpen,”…

Goseong Unification Observatory (고성 통일전망타워) – Homepage www.tongiltour.co.kr – Tel +82-33-682-0088 The Goseong Unification Observatory stands as the northernmost observatory in South Korea. It provides panoramic views of the DMZ, the East Sea, and North Korea’s Geumgangsan Mountain. Established as a symbol of hope for the reunification of the Korean Peninsula, it features an exhibition…

Wonju Sogeumsan Ulleong Bridge (원주 소금산 울렁다리) – Homepage cms.wfmc.kr – Tel +82-33-749-4860 Sogeumsan Ulleong Bridge is approximately twice as long as the original Sogeumsan Suspension Bridge, stretching 404 meters long, 2 meters wide. The name Ulleong comes from a Korean word that means “shaky” or “anxious,” a feeling visitors will have as they cross…

Gangneung Anbandegi Tourist Farm (강릉안반데기관광농원) – Tel 033-644-5882 Located at a x_height of 1,100 meters above sea level in Gangneung, Anbandegi Tourist Farm is a privately owned farm. It offers various healing experience programs such as wild vegetable picking, healing forest trail trekking, stargazing, and camping, making it a perfect therapeutic escape. – Address :…

Gamchusa Temple (감추사) – Homepage www.dh.go.kr/tour Gamchusa Temple is a small temple in Yongjeong-dong in Donghae. There are only four buildings in the premises, but each building is neatly tucked away among the rocks, creating a picturesque scene. Most temples located near the sea are usually popular prayer spots, believed to be overseen by the…

Hapyeonghaebyeon Beach (하평해변(동해)) – Homepage www.dh.go.kr/tour/ Hapyeonghaebyeon Beach is a tranquil beach with a shallow shore lined with pine groves. The beach is only 20 minutes away on foot and 10 minutes’ ride from Donghae Express Bus Terminal, making it a great beach destination for family vacationers and tourists. The 20-meter wide shoreline is 200…

Murung Byeolyucheonji (무릉별유천지) – Homepage www.dh.go.kr/mubu Mureung Byeolyucheonji was initially a limestone mine that opened in 1968. After 40 years of service as a mine, today it serves as a tourist attraction that boasts beautiful emerald lake and diverse activities. Mureung Byeolyucheonji gets its name from the rock-carved engravings in Mureunggyegok Valley and has the…

Dojjaebigol Haerang Observatory (도째비골 해랑전망대) – Homepage www.dh.go.kr/tour/ Dojjaebi is a dialect for dokkaebi, a mythical goblin in Korean folklore. Dojjaebigol Haerang Observatory, a 85-meter pedestian overpass, is designed to take the shape of a club known to be used dokkaebi. The word “haerang” means “the space where the sun, the sea, and you are…

Hanseomhaebyeon Beach & Hanseom Gamseong Sea Trail (한섬해변&한섬감성바닷길) – Homepage www.dh.go.kr Hanseomhaebyeon Beach is a popular tourist attraction due to its proximity to Donghae downtown and its convenient transportation access. As visitors descend while crossing the bridge, they are greeted by the vast blue sea and white sand beach. The tranquility and white sand make…