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Icheon Sansuyu Village (이천 산수유마을)

Icheon Sansuyu Village (이천 산수유마을)

16.9Km    2021-12-21

17, Wonjeok-ro 775beon-gil, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-632-4304

Icheon has emerged as a new spring destination thanks to the large colony of sansuyu trees in Baeksa-myeon. The path from downtown Icheon to Yeongwonsa Temple, located on Wonjeonksan Mountain, is lined on both sides with these beautiful yellow trees.

The village is a quiet place, with a narrow road just wide enough for two cars, and a peaceful stream running off to the side. However, every spring, the village is awakened by the many photographers and tourists who visit. The second most-visited season is autumn, when the sansuyu trees fill out with bright red berries.

Yangpyeong Dumulmeori (양평 두물머리)

17.2Km    2024-03-20

145 Dumulmeori-gil, Yangseo-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-775-8700

Dumulmeori literally means "two heads of water," and refers to the place where the Bukhangang River and Namhangang River meet. The dock for an ancient-style ferry and weeping willows add to the rustic beauty of this area. Another attraction at this site is the three 400-year-old Zelkova trees that appear as one giant tree. A privately owned attraction, Dumulmeori remains a popular site for shooting Korean TV dramas, movies, commercials, wedding pictures as well as nature pictures.

Dumulmeori Lotus Hotdog (두물머리연핫도그)

Dumulmeori Lotus Hotdog (두물머리연핫도그)

17.3Km    2024-03-21

103-8 Dumulmeori-gil, Yangseo-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Dumulmeori Lotus Hotdog is a famous snack that everyone who visits Dumulmeori must try at least once. Lotus leaves are added to the dough to give the buns a light green color inside. Crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, its addictive taste is the secret to its popularity. Exploring Dumulmeori can leave one hungry, but a big hot dog will fill one's stomach. The shop offers both mild and spicy flavors.

Yeoju Godalsa Temple Site (여주 고달사지)

Yeoju Godalsa Temple Site (여주 고달사지)

17.3Km    2024-08-22

Sanggyo-ri, Bungnae-myeon, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Godalsa Temple Site, at the foot of Hyemoksan Mountain, shows the remnants of a temple that was built in AD 764. The temple rose to prominence in the Goryeo period, but was destroyed at some point, although the timing and reason is unknown. While the temple grounds are no longer at their peak of glory, they do still hold a national treasure, four treasures, and one tangible cultural heritage, making it an important site. 

Bandi Village[Korea Quality] / 반디빌리지[한국관광 품질인증]

Bandi Village[Korea Quality] / 반디빌리지[한국관광 품질인증]

17.3Km    2024-07-23

287 , Mugan-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-10-3937-5599

Located in Banditbul Village, Seorak-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Bandi Village is a pool villa pension for pet dogs. There six guest rooms with two stories, including a spacious living room, kitchen, and dining room on the first floor and a bedroom on the second floor. There is an exclusive bathtub and dry room for dogs on one side of the living room, and potty pads, dog diapers and wraps, and dog towels are provided free of charge. There are also emergency first aid kits available for dogs. There is a grassy area outside, as well as a playground exclusively for dogs. Café Bandi offers complimentary welcome drinks and breakfast.

Yeoju Heungcheon Namhangang River Cherry Blossom Festival (여주흥천남한강 벚꽃축제)

Yeoju Heungcheon Namhangang River Cherry Blossom Festival (여주흥천남한강 벚꽃축제)

17.4Km    2024-03-28

Gwibaek-ri, Heungcheon-myeon, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-887-3875

Yeoju Heungcheon Namhangang River Cherry Blossom Festival is a representative spring festival in Yeoju, taking place among the blooming cherry blossom trees on the banks of the Namhangang River. During the festival period, sections of the road are closed to vehicular traffice, and a range of events, performances, and photo zones are set up to enjoy.

Café Rino (카페리노)

Café Rino (카페리노)

17.7Km    2024-02-23

32-1 Yangsu-ro 152beon-gil, Yangseo-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Café Rino, located with views of the Bukhangang River, serves a variety of freshly baked pastries and beverages prepared each morning. Notable items on the menu are Korean-style beverages, such as ssuklatte (mugwort latte) and Gyeongsan daechucha (Gyeongsan jujube tea). The café also grants access to a walking path along the river. Staying open until two in the morning every day, it provides visitors with the opportunity to enjoy the changing views of the Bukhangang River from day into night.

Gamnamu Jip (감나무집)

Gamnamu Jip (감나무집)

18.0Km    2024-02-28

45 Dasan-ro 747beon-gil, Joan-myeon, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Gamnamu Jip, known for its grilled eel dishes, offers a dining experience with views of Paldangho Lake. In addition to grilled eel, they also serve megi maeuntang (spicy catfish stew) and dakbokkeumtang (spicy braised chicken). Nearby attractions include the Birth Home of Jeong Yagyong, commemorating a Silhak scholar during the late Joseon dynasty, and the the Museum of Silhak, which showcases the reform-minded academic trends of that era. The area is ideal for a pleasant stroll along the Dasan Trail and around the Paldangho Lake following a meal.

Lemongrass Pension [Korea Quality] /  레몬그라스 [한국관광 품질인증]

Lemongrass Pension [Korea Quality] / 레몬그라스 [한국관광 품질인증]

18.3Km    2022-04-06

230, Myeongseong-gil, Danwol-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-10-9073-1301

Lemongrass Pension is a private pension nestled next to a clean stream at the foot of Sorisan Mountain in Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi-do Province. The host lives on the premises to keep the facilities clean and offers friendly services. All five guest rooms are private two-story buildings, which come in difference sizes for groups of two, four, six, and eight guests. As soon as you open the door to the guest room, you can see a full wall window that shows the beautiful scenery of the mountain. Inside Lemon Balm Room, which is the biggest guest room that can accommodate eight guests, there is a fireplace which creates the feel of a private cottage. It even has a karaoke machine. The two-story Chamomile Room can accommodate six guests. On the first floor, there is a bed room and a living room. There is a cute little attic on the second floor. At night, you can watch stars pouring through the ceiling. As for the rest of the guest rooms, there is a kitchen on the first floor and the second floor is decorated as a bed room. All guest rooms have a self-contained kitchen with a refrigerator, a microwave, and tableware. In addition to this, there is an exclusive indoor barbecue area as well. The pension also has a front lawn that is well maintained. The front lawn is connected to a deck and there are also convenient facilities such as bench and rocking chair. In particular, the pension has an outdoor barbecue area that is shared by all guests. You can enjoy the luxury of having a meal over the panoramic view of Sorisan Mountain. There are also complementary facilities that the guests can use conveniently including cafeteria, foot volleyball court, and baseball court. Vivaldi Park is only 10 minutes away from the pension. Yangpyeong Wildflower Arboretum, Semiwon, and Gwangtan Recreation Area are also located nearby.

Dasan Heritage Site (Namyangju) (다산유적지 (남양주))

Dasan Heritage Site (Namyangju) (다산유적지 (남양주))

18.3Km    2023-06-27

11, Dasan-ro 747beon-gil, Joan-myeon, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-590-2837

Dasan Heritage Site is located in the hometown of Dasan Jeong Yak-Yong (1762~1836), a scholar from the late Joseon Dynasty. Growing up in the village, Dasan criticized corruption, and tried to reform outdated institutions and conventions. During his long exile, Dasan authored "Mongminsimseo" (a book on how to rule the people) and "Gyeongseyupo" (a book on how to reform land policies, stabilize people's lives, and strengthen the nation and its army) among others. Today, Dasan is regarded as one of the greatest scholars of Silhak (Realist school of Confucianism) of the late Joseon dynasty.

At Dasan Heritage Site, Dasan's birthplace, Yeoyudang, grave and works are well preserved. Dasan Memorial showcases the scholar's achievements and footprints such as Geojunggi, a traditional equipment used to lift heavy objects in the Suwon Fortress construction, and the miniature Gangjin Dasan Chodang, where he lived in exile. Dasan Cultural Center houses Dasan's numerous writings and books.