Korea Travel

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Baengnyeongdo Island (백령도)’. 💡 Overview Initially known as Gokdo Island, the name was changed to the current Baengnyeongdo Island based on its appearance as having white wings. It is the eighth largest island in Korea, and the closest to North Korea. Due to its vantage point, visitors must…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Gureopdo Island (굴업도)’. 💡 Overview Gureopdo Island is considered the Galapagos of Korea. There are only two attractions on this island, Gureop Beach and the port, and there are almost no convenience facilities due to its small population. The island is mostly covered in trees and lacks manmade…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Gyeyangsan Mountain (계양산)’. 💡 Overview Gyeyangsan Mountain, which reaches an altitude of 395 meters, is considered a guardian and holy mountain that is representative of Incheon. The mountain’s name changed several times, according to the name changes of the region. It was previously called “Sujuak” as part of…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Seongmodo Island (석모도)’. 💡 Overview Seongmodo Island, located 1.2 kilometers west of Ganghwado Island, is a popular destination for families and those looking for relaxation. The island has various mountains as well as a 41.8 kilometer coastal road. 📋 Detailed Information 📍 Address 9, Samsanbuk-ro, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon (Zipcode:…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Goryeogung Palace Site (고려궁지)’. 💡 Overview Goryeogung Palace Site on Ganghwado Island is the site of the royal palace where the people of the Goryeo dynasty (918-1392) resisted the Mongolian invasion for 39 years. In the 19th year of his reign, King Gojong moved the capital to Ganghwa…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Incheon Port Floodgate (인천항 갑문)’. 💡 Overview Incheon Port Floodgate is located between the beautiful Wolmisan Mountain and Sowolmido Island. Surrounding the floodgate is a large 66,000 square meter garden covered with grass, pine trees, ginko trees, and cherry blossom trees, creating a beautiful scene. Especially in the…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Seonnyeo Rock (선녀바위)’. 💡 Overview Seonnyeo Rock is located near the Seoul metropolitan area, in the northern part of Yongyudo Island, past Masian Beach. The rock is named after the myth that a fairy came down on a rainbow to play on the beach. Artists come to recreate…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Ganghwa Janghwa-ri Tidal Flats and blackfaced spponbill breeding place (강화갯벌 및 저어새번식지)’. 💡 Overview Ganghwa Janghwa-ri Tidal Flats in Hwado-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon is well-known among photographers as a great spot to view the sunset from. Along with Dongmak Beach, this area has one of the most beautiful tidal…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Sinteuri Park (신트리공원)’. 💡 Overview The city of Bupyeong is surrounded by Gyeyangsan Mountain, Cheolmasan Mountain, and Manwolsan Mountain, which all form a basin-shaped area in the center. Bupyeong slowly began to establish itself as a city after the opening of Gyeongin railway and the U.S. Army base…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Daecheongdo Island (대청도)’. 💡 Overview Daecheongdo Island, with an area of 12.7 square kilometers and 24.7 kilometers in length, houses a little over 1,000 citizens. The island is located 202 kilometers northwest of Incheon and is known for fishing. With most of the villagers being fishermen, the whole…