Mangyeongdae Pavilion (만경대) Mangyeongdae Pavilion, located on the shore of the East Coast, one-kilometer east of Donghae City Hall, was built in 1613 while old Joseon was under the rule of King Gwanghaegun. However, the pavilion was destroyed by rainstorms and later rebuilt by the Samcheok Kim family some 60 years ago. While offering a…
Pyeongchang Yukbaekmajigi (평창 육백마지기) – Homepage tour.pc.go.kr – Tel +82-33-330-2771 Yukbaekmajigi refers to the peak of Cheongoksan Mountain on the southern side of Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do. The large field is the size of six soccer fields and is 1,256 meters above sea level. The name comes from the saying that the field is large enough to…
Daejin Beach (대진 해수욕장) – Homepage www.dh.go.kr/tour Daejin Beach is located between Eodalhaebyeon Beach and Mangsang Beach. The beach is characterized by shallow waters and gentle waves, making it a popular spot among families with children or beginner surfers. In addition to swimming, the beach is also known for its nearby port, Daejin Port. The…
Byeolmaro Observatory (별마로천문대) – Homepage www.yao.or.kr Byeolmaro is a public astronomical observatory built on the peak of Bongnaesan Mountain (alt. 799.8 m) in Yeongwol. The term “Byeolmaro” combines the words byeol (star), ma (peak) and ro (peaceful). Together, they collectively represent the wish to view stars in a clean and peaceful environment. The observatory has…
Micheongol Recreational Forest (국립 미천골자연휴양림) – Homepage www.foresttrip.go.kr This recreational forest is located at the foot of Guryongnyeong Pass, which connects Yangyang-gun with Hongcheon-gun, along Micheongol Valley. This 12 km-long valley creates waterfalls throughout the forest, both small and large, and feeds many varieties of trees including birch, ash, maple sap, and dogwood. In addition…
Yongpyong Water Park (용평워터파크 ) – Homepage www.yongpyong.co.kr – Tel +82-33-335-5757 Peak Island, located across from the public golf clubhouse at Yongpyong Resort, offers enjoyment throughout all four seasons. With a total space of 12,806 square meters, Peak Island has one basement floor and four above-ground floors that can host up to 3,500 people at…
Wondae-ri Birch Forest (Whispering Birch Forest) (원대리 자작나무 숲(속삭이는 자작나무 숲)) – Homepage www.forest.go.kr – Tel +82-33-460-8036 Wondae-ri Birch Forest near Inje-eup is an exemplar of natural eco-tourism, established by planting 690,000 birch trees across 138 hectares from 1974 to 1995. Today, 25 hectares of this expansive area serve as a forest experience center tailored…
High Healing 1 (산림힐링재단(하이힐링원)) – Homepage https://www.foresthealing.or.kr/https://www.instagram.com/high_healing1 – Tel +82-33-370-7777 High Healing 1, established in 2019 as a social contribution foundation and wellness institution under Kangwon Land, aims to enhance public health and quality of life. It offers high-quality programs such as life detox, forest education & therapy, and healing experiences utilizing content that combines…
Donghae Mureung Health Forest (동해무릉건강숲) – Homepage http://www.dh.go.kr/forest – Tel +82-33-530-2391 Situated at the entrance of Mureung Valley, this environmental disease prevention and management center is directly run by Donghae city. Environmental diseases are those that develop due to environmental factors, such as atopic dermatitis, asthma, and allergic rhinitis. This center, spanning approx. 24,000 square…
Namdaecheon Stream (남대천(강릉)) – Homepage https://www.gn.go.kr/tour/index.do Namdaecheon Stream in Gangneung, the actual location where the character Seong-jun warned Su-hyuk in the movie “A Man of Reason,” is a river that flows through Gangneung and enters the East Sea. Near the downstream area, you can also enjoy the natural scenery and reed forests of Namdaecheon at…