[Gangwon-do] Sinheungsa Temple (Seoraksan Mountain) (신흥사(설악산))
Sinheungsa Temple is a temple located in Seoraksan Mountain near Sokcho. It belongs to the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. It was originally founded as…
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[Gangwon-do] Samcheok Haesindang Park (삼척 해신당공원)
Samcheok Haesindang Park, inspired by Korean phallic folklore, is located on a hill overlooking the beautiful East Sea and Sinnamhang fishing village. This…
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[Gangwon-do] Inje Hwangtae Village (인제 황태마을)
Inje’s winter landscape is at its most picturesque at the Dried Pollack Deokjang, the area’s premier seasonal attraction, within Inje Hwangtae…
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[Gangwon-do] Galgol Hangwa Village – Korea Food Master’s House (갈골한과마을 명인의 집)
This house, with a tradition spanning over 150 years, specializes in making hangwa, traditional Korean sweets crafted with Korean rice. Galgol Hangwa’s…
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[Gangwon-do] Cheongganjeong Pavilion (청간정)
Cheongganjeong Pavilion, located atop a cliff, was built during the mid-Joseon period. It is situated at the point where Cheonggancheon Stream, originating…
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[Gangwon-do] Ulsanbawi Rock Milky Way Photo Spot on Old Misiryeong Trail (미시령옛길 울산바위 은하수)
Misiryeong Pass, historically a pathway connecting Inje to Sokcho, also serves as an observation point for viewing Ulsanbawi Rock in Seoraksan Mountain. More…
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[Gangwon-do] Gajinhaebyeon Beach (가진해변)
The waters at Gajinhaebyeon Beach display a wonderous mix of deep blue and emerald hues. Swimming is permitted up to 15 meters from the shore, so visitors…
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[Gangwon-do] Cheongchoho Lake Park (청초호 호수공원)
Cheongchoho Lake Park is where the 1999 International Tourism & Culture Expo was held. Benches are scattered around the park for resting in the shade of…
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[Gangwon-do] Seoraksan Cable Car (설악산 케이블카)
A ride on the Seoraksan Cable Car is the best way to enjoy the unexplored regions of Seoraksan Mountain. The cable car station is located in Seoraksan National…
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[Gangwon-do] Seoraksan National Park (Outer Seorak) (설악산 국립공원 (외설악))
Seoraksan Mountain is renowed for its natural splendors and breathtaking views. It holds the distinction of being Korea’s first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and is…