Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Oido Island (오이도)’. 💡 Overview Located off the western coast of the city of Siheung, Oido Island was originally an island and then connected to the mainland during the Japanese occupation as its tidal flats were used as a salt plant. During the day, the blue sea and…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Wolgot Harbor (월곶포구)’. 💡 Overview “Got” in the name of Wolgot means peninsula and the area was considered an important strategic point during the Joseon dynasty. In 1991 a land reclaimation project succeeded in creating a new recreation site. Now there are many seafood restaurants, various auxiliary facilities,…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Termeden Spa & Resort (테르메덴)’. 💡 Overview Icheon Termeden, Korea’s first German-style spa resort, is spread over an area of around 30,000 square meters. It is located next to a dense forest, so visitors can enjoy the water and spa facilities as well as take a stroll in…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Haengnidan Street (행리단길)’. 💡 Overview Haengnidan Street is a stretch of approximately 612 meters from Hwahongmun Gate of Hwaseong Fortress to Hwaseo Park. The name Haengnidan Street originates from Haenggung-dong (Haenggung referring to the king’s temporary palace) and Gyeongnidan Street, a popular area in Itaewon, Seoul. This vibrant…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Yulam Hot Springs (율암온천)’. 💡 Overview Yulam Hot Springs, known for keeping a small pond unfrozen even in winter, once served as a communal laundry spot for nearby residents. Revered for its therapeutic properties against eye diseases, skin conditions, and arthritis, it was a popular destination for bathing…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Weolmoon Hot Spring (월문온천 휴양지)’. 💡 Overview Weolmoon Hot Spring is a natural hot spring where water, with a pH of 9.2, emerges from 700 meters underground as alkaline sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) type. The water is soft and minimally irritating, contributing to smoother skin. It is also effective…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Yongmunsa Temple (용문사(용문산))’. 💡 Overview Yongmunsa Temple is located about 9 kilometers northeast from Yongmun Station on the Jungang line. It was built during the Silla Kingdom and reconstructed during the reign of King Sejong of the Joseon dynasty. It was badly damaged during the Korean War, but…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Hapy Land (하피랜드)’. 💡 Overview Hapy Land is a destination designed for those seeking relaxation through hot springs, saunas, and meals, offering a comprehensive healing experience for both body and mind. The name, inspired by the goddess of water, Hapy, symbolize the abundance of the Nile River in…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Heyri Art Valley (헤이리 예술마을)’. 💡 Overview Heyri Art Valley is a neighborhood of inspiration, creative workshops, exhibitions, festivals, and education of all things creative arts. This neighborhood expanded into an art complex when artists from diverse fields of expertise began to gather during the development process of…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Yeongneung & Nyeongneung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (여주 영릉(세종·소헌왕후)과 영릉(효종·인선왕후) [유네스코 세계유산])’. 💡 Overview The Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty are the only royal tombs in the world that remain largely intact from a single dynasty spanning more than 500 years, making them a UNESCO World…