Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Sinheungsa Temple (Seoraksan Mountain) (신흥사(설악산))’. 💡 Overview 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 Hyangseongsa Temple by the monk Jajang in the Shilla dynasty (A.D. 652). Within the temple grounds,…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Samcheok Haesindang Park (삼척 해신당공원)’. 💡 Overview Samcheok Haesindang Park, inspired by Korean phallic folklore, is located on a hill overlooking the beautiful East Sea and Sinnamhang fishing village. This unique theme park features an array of phallus sculptures, a museum detailing the life in fishing village, an…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Inje Hwangtae Village (인제 황태마을)’. 💡 Overview Inje’s winter landscape is at its most picturesque at the Dried Pollack Deokjang, the area’s premier seasonal attraction, within Inje Hwangtae Village. Deokjang refers to the traditional racks used for air-drying fish. Here, pollack undergoes a natural freeze-drying process, alternating between…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Galgol Hangwa Village – Korea Food Master’s House (갈골한과마을 명인의 집)’. 💡 Overview This house, with a tradition spanning over 150 years, specializes in making hangwa, traditional Korean sweets crafted with Korean rice. Galgol Hangwa’s delicacies are prepared exclusively with select rice and rely on healthy fermentation agents…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Cheongganjeong Pavilion (청간정)’. 💡 Overview Cheongganjeong Pavilion, located atop a cliff, was built during the mid-Joseon period. It is situated at the point where Cheonggancheon Stream, originating from Seoraksan and Cheonhusan Mountains, flows into the East Sea. The view of the pine forest and the East Sea draws…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Ulsanbawi Rock Milky Way Photo Spot on Old Misiryeong Trail (미시령옛길 울산바위 은하수)’. 💡 Overview Misiryeong Pass, historically a pathway connecting Inje to Sokcho, also serves as an observation point for viewing Ulsanbawi Rock in Seoraksan Mountain. More recently, it has gained popularity as a photo spot for…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Gajinhaebyeon Beach (가진해변)’. 💡 Overview 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 should take care to stay within this designated area. Its proximity to Gajin Port means that…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Cheongchoho Lake Park (청초호 호수공원)’. 💡 Overview 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 trees. By the natural lake is a walking deck for enjoying tulips in spring, marinas…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Seoraksan Cable Car (설악산 케이블카)’. 💡 Overview 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 Park, and it takes about 10 minutes to reach Gwongeumseong Fortress, which is…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Seoraksan National Park (Outer Seorak) (설악산 국립공원 (외설악))’. 💡 Overview 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 also listed on the IUCN Green List. The mountain is divided into Inner Seorak,…