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…
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…
Information about Wondae-ri Birch Forest (Whispering Birch Forest) (원대리 자작나무 숲(속삭이는 자작나무 숲)).
Information about High Healing 1 (하이힐링원).
Information about Donghae Mureung Health Forest (동해무릉건강숲).