Gyeonggi-do

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Hongneung and Yureung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (남양주 홍릉(고종과 명성황후)과 유릉(순종과 순명,순정 황후) [유네스코 세계문화유산])’. 💡 Overview Hongneung and Yureung Royal Tombs is Historic Site No. 207. Hongneung Tomb is the resting place of Emperor Gojong and his wife Empress Myeongseong, while Yureung Tomb is the resting…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Godaesan Mountain (고대산)’. 💡 Overview Godaesan Mountain (alt. 832 meters) is located next to Sintan-ri Station, which is the railroad disconnection point of the Gyeongwon Line. It is also on the way to Geumgangsan Mountain. Godaesan is ideal for mountain hiking because of its natural beauty and well-preserved…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Jeongok-ri Prehistoric Site – Hantangang River Geopark (연천 전곡리 유적-한탄강 국가지질공원)’. 💡 Overview The Jeongok-ri Prehistoric Site is the prime site on the Korean peninsula for the study of Paleolithic relics, and was unearthed after the discovery of a stone implement by an American soldier who was visiting…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Pyeongtaek Sudosa Temple (수도사 (평택))’. 💡 Overview Sudosa Temple is known for its well-being food. Designated as “Slow Food Test Village,” the temple emphasizes the idea that healthy food cleanses the body and enriches the soul, leading to true salvation. Sudosa Temple operates traditional temple food and temple…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Nine Forest Ewhawon (나인포레스트 이화원)’. 💡 Overview Located on Jaraseom Island, Nine Forest Ewhawon was renewed in 2015. The garden spans over an area of 33,000 square meters with a 1,090 square meter butterfly ecology center, making it the largest butterfly park in the world. The park offers…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Geomdansan Mountain (검단산)’. 💡 Overview Geomdansan Mountain (alt. 657 m) is one of the major mountains in Hanam. During the Baekje period, it was a sacred mountain where the kings would offer ceremonial services to the gods. From the summit, one can get a great view of Yangsuri,…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Paju Bogwangsa Temple (보광사(파주))’. 💡 Overview Bogwangsa Temple is a traditional temple located on the foothills of Goryeongsan Mountain in Paju. It was built by Great Monk Doseonguksa during the Silla Kindom period under the order of Queen Jinseong in AD 894. At the time, it was considered…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Guri Hangang Park (Cosmos Park) (구리시민한강공원 (코스모스공원))’. 💡 Overview Guri Hangang Park offers a perfect rest area for visitors where visitors can feel the cool breeze coming off the river and rest amidst the beautiful natural scenery. The park’s bounties of flowers are at their peak in May…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Yongin Recreational Forest (용인자연휴양림)’. 💡 Overview Yongin Recreational Forest (162 ha) is perched on the southern foothills of Jeonggwangsan Mountain (alt. 562 m) in Yongin, Gyeonggi-do. Facilities include lodging facilities, camping zone, meeting rooms, children’s playground, and walking paths. 📋 Detailed Information 📍 Address 220, Chobu-ro, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si,…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Silleuk Temple Resort (신륵사관광지)’. 💡 Overview The Silleuksa Temple Resort features countless relics and remains, awe-inspiring scenery, the Geumeun Sand Zone, and Silleuksa Temple. Silleuksa Temple is also referred to as the byeokjeol (‘walled temple’ because it has a pagoda made entirely of bricks). The pagoda was erected…