Gangwon-do

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Goseong Unification Observatory (고성 통일전망타워)’. 💡 Overview The Goseong Unification Observatory stands as the northernmost observatory in South Korea. It provides panoramic views of the DMZ, the East Sea, and North Korea’s Geumgangsan Mountain. Established as a symbol of hope for the reunification of the Korean Peninsula, it…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Wonju Sogeumsan Ulleong Bridge (원주 소금산 울렁다리)’. 💡 Overview Sogeumsan Ulleong Bridge is approximately twice as long as the original Sogeumsan Suspension Bridge, stretching 404 meters long, 2 meters wide. The name Ulleong comes from a Korean word that means “shaky” or “anxious,” a feeling visitors will have…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Gangneung Anbandegi Tourist Farm (강릉안반데기관광농원)’. 💡 Overview Located at a x_height of 1,100 meters above sea level in Gangneung, Anbandegi Tourist Farm is a privately owned farm. It offers various healing experience programs such as wild vegetable picking, healing forest trail trekking, stargazing, and camping, making it a…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Gamchusa Temple (감추사)’. 💡 Overview Gamchusa Temple is a small temple in Yongjeong-dong in Donghae. There are only four buildings in the premises, but each building is neatly tucked away among the rocks, creating a picturesque scene. Most temples located near the sea are usually popular prayer spots,…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Hapyeonghaebyeon Beach (하평해변(동해))’. 💡 Overview Hapyeonghaebyeon Beach is a tranquil beach with a shallow shore lined with pine groves. The beach is only 20 minutes away on foot and 10 minutes’ ride from Donghae Express Bus Terminal, making it a great beach destination for family vacationers and tourists….

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Murung Byeolyucheonji (무릉별유천지)’. 💡 Overview Mureung Byeolyucheonji was initially a limestone mine that opened in 1968. After 40 years of service as a mine, today it serves as a tourist attraction that boasts beautiful emerald lake and diverse activities. Mureung Byeolyucheonji gets its name from the rock-carved engravings…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Dojjaebigol Haerang Observatory (도째비골 해랑전망대)’. 💡 Overview Dojjaebi is a dialect for dokkaebi, a mythical goblin in Korean folklore. Dojjaebigol Haerang Observatory, a 85-meter pedestian overpass, is designed to take the shape of a club known to be used dokkaebi. The word “haerang” means “the space where the…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Hanseomhaebyeon Beach & Hanseom Gamseong Sea Trail (한섬해변&한섬감성바닷길)’. 💡 Overview 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….

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Mangyeongdae Pavilion (만경대)’. 💡 Overview 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…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Pyeongchang Yukbaekmajigi (평창 육백마지기)’. 💡 Overview 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…