Gangwon-do

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Gangwon Provincial Arboretum (강원도립화목원)’. 💡 Overview Gangwon Provincial Arboretum, which is operated by Gangwon-do Provincial Government, was opened in 1999 to provide a recreation forest for the community to relaxa and learn about nature in the middle of the city. It comprises about 30 themed gardens, such as…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Deungseon Falls (Samaksan Mountain) (등선폭포(삼악산))’. 💡 Overview Samaksan Mountain in Chuncheon is known for many waterfalls in different sizes along the gorge, and especially Deungseon Falls is the best known to tourists. By entering the hiking trail of the falls, you will encounter a narrow and deep gorge….

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Baekdamsa Temple (백담사)’. 💡 Overview Located within Seoraksan Mountain, Baekdamsa Temple was built by Monk Ja Jang (590~658) during the reign of Queen Jindeok (647-654), 28th ruler of the Silla Kingdom. The temple was burnt down and moved several times until 1957 when it was rebuilt to the…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Chuncheon Soyangho Lake (소양호 (춘천))’. 💡 Overview Soyangho Lake was created by the building of Soyang Dam in 1973. Soyangho Lake is famous for catching freshwater fish, such as trout, carp, smelt, and eel. The waterway stretches all the way to Inje, with beautiful scenic views. Water sports…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Statue of Soyanggang Maid (소양강처녀상)’. 💡 Overview This Soyanggang Maiden Statue stands high between Soyanggang Skywalk and Soyang i(2)gyo Bridge. This statue, representing Korea’s popular song Soyanggang Cheonyeo (maiden), is 12 m high in total, combining 5 m-high base stone and 7 m-high body. If you see it…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Yonghwasan National Recreational Forest (국립 용화산자연휴양림)’. 💡 Overview A recreational forest established at the foot of Yonghwasan Mountain (878 m) in Sabuk-myeon, Chuncheon Yonghwasan Mountain has been selected one of the best 100 mountains in Korea by the Korea Forest Service and is well-known for the TV program…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Taebaek Guwau Village (Alpine Botanical Garden) (태백 구와우마을(고원자생식물원))’. 💡 Overview Guwau Village is located below Pijae Hill (also called Samsuryeong) at the entrance to Maebongsan Mountain. The village got its name because its topography resembles the scenery of nine cows peacefully lying around. The Alpine Botanical Garden is…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Sogeumgang River [National Geopark] (소금강 (강원고생대 국가지질공원))’. 💡 Overview Sogeumgang River is lined with high rock cliffs topped with lush forests. This section of river is so beautiful, it is called “Little Geumgangsan River,” with Geumgangsan Mountain being known as the most breathtaking location in all of Korea….

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Hoengseong Natural Recreation Forest (횡성자연휴양림)’. 💡 Overview Hoengseong Natural Recreational Forest is located in Jeogorigol Valley, which used be a popular recreational spot for the Silla Kingdom royal families. There still remain a 3-story pagoda with the Silla era architectural design, an altar that is thought to originate…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Bangdong Mineral Spring (방동약수)’. 💡 Overview Bangdong Mineral Spring is located in Bangdong-ri in Girin-myeon. It is so renowned that it has been designated as one of the Great Mineral Springs of Korea. The water has a high content of carbon that makes it sparkle, and it tastes…