Jinburyeong Heulli Village (진부령 흘리마을) Jinburyeong Heulli Village, situated near Jinburyeong Pass, is known for its long winters, lasting up for half a year. As a result, the village cultivates highland crops such as chicory and bell peppers and operates pollack-drying fields. Visitors can purchase locally produced wild vegetables, corn, potatoes, medicinal herbs, and honey,…
Gangwongamyeong Provincial Office, Wonju (원주 강원감영) – Homepage www.wonju.go.kr Gangwongamyeong Provincial Office, dating back to the Joseon era, is celebrated for its stunning night views. Originally serving as the office for the provincial governor of Gangwon-do during the Joseon period, it functioned in this capacity for 500 years. Presently, only a few structures, including the…
Cheoneunsagyegok Valley (Wonju) (천은사계곡(원주)) – Homepage 원주 문화관광 https://www.wonju.go.kr/ – Tel 033-737-4579 Cheoneunsagyegok Valley is located at the entrance to the hiking trail to Baegunsan Mountain. The area is adorned with a diverse array of tree species, including pine trees, creating an ideal environment for woodland walks. Stretching for about 500 meters from the entrance…
Gangneung Moraenae Hangwa Village (Galgol Hangwa) (강릉 모래내한과마을(갈골한과) Gangneung Moraenae Hangwa Village enterprise specializes in producing hangwa (traditional Korean sweets). These sweets are crafted using age-old methods that have been passed down through generations in the village. Additionally, visitors have the oppotunity to sign up for a traditional hangwa-making experience, although it is important to…
Sokch Seorak Sunrise Park (속초 설악해맞이공원) – Homepage www.sokchotour.com Referred to as “Namulchi,” Sokcho Seorak Sunrise Park is located in the area of National Highway 7, the main point toward Daepohang Port, Yangyang, and Seoraksan Mountain. The park is perfect for enjoying a sunrise trip. The park area includes Sunrise Plaza, Lover’s Road, Happy Road,…
Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory (속초등대전망대) – Homepage www.sokcho.go.kr It is No. 1 of Sokcho’s Eight Sights. This white lighthouse creates a picturesque view along with the surrounding blue sea. Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory was originally just a lighthouse, but now, it is opened to the public and plays a role of an observatory. Walking up along the…
Donghae Station Railroad Experience Center (동해역 (철도체험학습장) KORAIL, Korean Railroad, offers diverse and high-quality educational and creative programs to nurture future talents. Utilizing its well-established infrastructure, it provides career counseling, safety education, and hands-on experience programs, catering to different age groups. After participating in the experience programs, visitors can explore nearby tourist attractions, such as…
Jukdojeong Pavilion & Jukdo Observatory (죽도정&죽도 전망대) – Homepage tour.yangyang.go.kr Jukdojeong Pavilion is located on Jukdo Island in Yangyang, which is a small island with an average circumference of 1 kilometer. The beautiful scenery of lush pine and bamboo forest, with the emerald blue sea in the background, makes it one of the “Yangyang Best…
Jukseoru Pavilion (삼척 죽서루) – Homepage www.samcheok.go.kr – Tel +82-33-570-3670 Jukseoru Pavilion, estimated to have been built around 1266, is one of the eight major attractions of Gwandong District in middle eastern Korea collectively known as Gwandong Palgyeong (eight famous sites). Sitting on the edge of a cliff overlooking Osipcheon Stream, the pavilion incorporates the…
Sokcho Eye (속초해수욕장 대관람차(속초아이)) – Homepage sokchoeye.modoo.at Located at Sokcho Beach, Sokcho Eye is a towering Ferris wheel standing approximately 65 meters tall, offering panoramic views of the blue sea, Seoraksan Mountain, and the city of Sokcho. Featuring 36 cabins, its charming, submarine-inspired circular design is truly eye-catching. Constructed entirely with transparent acrylic walls, it…