Tourist Destination

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Gangwon Yongchupokpo Falls (무릉계곡 용추폭포(강원))’. 💡 Overview Located approximately 2.5 kilometers west of Samhwasa Temple, the entrance of Mureunggyegok Valley, Yongchupokpo Falls is a three-tiered waterfall in a shape of a pot that gets its waters from Cheongoksan Mountain (1,403.7 meters). Located 70 meters below Yongchupokpo Falls is…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Wonju Baegunsan National Recreational Forest (국립 백운산자연휴양림 (원주))’. 💡 Overview The valley flowing from the top of Baegunsan Mountain to the north direction is called Yongsugol Valley. A dense forest, pristine waters and numerous rock formations in the vicinity all provide a beautiful scenery. The downstream area of…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Cheorwon Peace Observatory (철원평화전망대)’. 💡 Overview Cheorwon Peace Observatory offers a panoramic view of the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone separating North and South Korea) in the central forward area of Cheorwon-gun, Gangwon-do. From this observatory, one can see the Cheorwon plain, areas of the DMZ, and even North Korea….

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Daegwallyeong Special Tourist Zone (대관령 관광특구)’. 💡 Overview The Daegwallyeong Special Tourist Zone is made up of five cities and counties in Gangwon-do, including Pyeongchang-gun, which hosted the 2018 Winter Olympics. Blessed with picturesque highland scenery, the Daegwallyeong Special Tourist Zone includes Gangneung, Donghae, Samcheok, Hoengseong and Pyeongchang….

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Cheorwon Dopiansa Temple (도피안사(철원))’. 💡 Overview Dopiansa Temple was built by the Buddhist Monk Doseon in 865, the 5th year of the reign of King Gyeongmun of the Unified Silla Period. Legend has it that Monk Doseon founded this temple because a 91 centimeter-tall iron seated Vairocana Buddha…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Chuam Chotdaebawi Rock (추암 촛대바위)’. 💡 Overview Chuam Chotdaebawi Rock in Donghae-si, Gangwon-do is one of Korea’s most famous tourist attractions. The beautifully formed rock towers high into the sky and resembles a candlestick, from which it gets its name. Chotdaebawi Rock and the nearby rock formations seem…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Bungeoseom Island (붕어섬)’. 💡 Overview Bungeoseom Island was created as a result of the construction of the Chuncheon Dam. The island was turned into a green recreational site with environmentally friendly facilities. Visitors can enjoy soccer, tennis, and walking trails, as well as an outdoor stage and drinking…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Paroho Lake (Hwacheon) (파로호(화천))’. 💡 Overview Paroho Lake is a manmade lake created when Hwacheon Dam was built in the valley of the Bukhangang River. The lake was once referred to as Daebungho Lake for its resembling image of an imaginary phoenix rising with its wings spread wide…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Peace Dam – Hwacheon (평화의댐 (화천))’. 💡 Overview Peace Dam in Hwacheon-gun was built in response to a potential flooding attack from North Korea. The first phase of construction began in 1986, and ended in 1989; the second phase, which entailed raising the x_height of the dam, began…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Gongjicheon Stream (Gold Scales Theme Street) (공지천(황금비늘테마거리))’. 💡 Overview The city of Chuncheon is surrounded by Uiamho, Chuncheonho, and Soyangho Lakes and is widely known as “Lake City.” Much like the Hangang Riverside Parks are a representative landmark of Seoul, Gongjicheon Resort beside the stream is a treasure…