Dora Observatory (도라전망대) – Homepage tour.paju.go.kr – Tel +82-31-954-0303 Dora Observatory is the closest DMZ observatory to Panmunjeom. From Dora Observatory, one can see not only the Panmunjeom but also the village of Daeseong-dong within the DMZ, mountains and farmlands on the North Korean side, and the city of Gaeseong, a North Korean city and…
Aegibong Peak (Gimpo Section) (애기봉 (김포)) – Homepage https://aegibong.or.kr – Tel +82-31-988-6128 Aegibong Peak is located at the northern tip of Gimpo city about an hour’s drive from the downtown area. The mountain is where North and South Korea engaged in a fierce battle at the end of the Korean War; after the battle, Korea…
Hwaseong Salt Spring (화성식염온천) – Homepage https://salinehotspring.modoo.a – Tel +82-31-351-9700 Salt spring water is speculated to be ocean water that has been trapped 700 meters underground and mixed with freshwater due to earth’s crustal movements. The water is rich in minerals, and is known to have many health benefits. Hwaseong Salt Spring features several different…
Gyeonggi Janggyeongsa Temple (장경사(경기)) – Homepage http://jangkyungsa.or.kr/ – Tel +82-31-743-6548 Janggyeongsa Temple is located in Namhansanseong Fortress. Namhansanseong Fortress, which protected Seoul along with Bukhansanseong Fortress, was built at the same time as Janggyeongsa Temple in 1638, during the 16th year of King Injo. Warrior monks from all eight provinces throughout the country helped with the…
Seoho Kkotmoe Park (서호꽃뫼공원) Seoho Kkotmoe Park, located near Hwaseo Station, is an urban garden dedicated to preserving biodiversity and maintaining healthy ecosystems. The park features a four seasons garden, divided into 11 sections, as well as a well-maintained walking trail around the park. Additionally, there are a grass square, a forest playground, and various…
Four Seasons Healing Farm (포시즌힐링팜) – Homepage 4seasonshealingfarm.modoo.at Four Seasons Healing Farm is an experiential therapeutic farm where the whole family can enjoy various agricultural activities while also resting and refreshing. Potato scavenger hunts, seasonal pot planting, turtle feeding, and photo sessions are available, and the indoor farm allows visitors to enjoy these activities regardless…
Sono Moon Yangpyeong (소노문 양평 (구 대명리조트 양평)) – Tel +82-1588-4888 Sono Moon Yangpyeong offers visitors a relaxing accomodation along the Hangang River. With a total of 191 rooms and 20 different facilities, as well as 7 exhibition and seminar rooms, visitors can enjoy various activities while enjoying a relaxing vacation. – Address : 55,…
Hanwha Resort Yangpyeong (한화리조트 양평) – Tel +82-31-772-3811 Hanwha Resort Yangpyeongis located at a quiet location on the foot of Jungmisan Mountain. The white building surrounded by the mountains looks very harmonious with the nature. Visitors can enjoy fresh air provided by the mountains to release stress and worries. – Address : 188, Sinchon-gil, Yangpyeong-gun,…
Oido Island (오이도) – Homepage www.siheung.go.kr Located off the western coast of the city of Siheung, Oido Island was originally an island and then connected to the mainland during the Japanese occupation as its tidal flats were used as a salt plant. During the day, the blue sea and the red lighthouse, the symbol of…
Wolgot Harbor (월곶포구) – Tel +82-31-318-4409 “Got” in the name of Wolgot means peninsula and the area was considered an important strategic point during the Joseon dynasty. In 1991 a land reclaimation project succeeded in creating a new recreation site. Now there are many seafood restaurants, various auxiliary facilities, and an amusement park that rest…