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Hongchungwan (홍춘관)

Hongchungwan (홍춘관)

13.3 Km    4444     2016-10-19

4, Hanbit-gil, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-774-7359

With a 70-year history this is the first Chinese restaurant in Yangpyeong. The restaurant specializes in traditional Chinese dishes rather than fusion style Chinese dishes. It serves large dishes at low prices, and has a large parking lot. It’s located in a pristine town about 30~40 minutes from Seoul.

Pasaseong Fortress Site (여주 파사성)

Pasaseong Fortress Site (여주 파사성)

13.8 Km    10314     2020-03-16

Cheonseo-ri, Yeoju-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-887-2868

The stone walls of Pasasan Fortress stretch along the ridge of the 250-meter-high Pasasan Mountain. The fortress is strategically situated for national defense by being located at the edge of the river bank, from which you can see both upstream and downstream. It is said that the fortress was constructed during the reign of the King Pasa, the 5th ruler of the Silla Kingdom. The walls stretch over 1,800 meters in length. At its highest point, the wall is 6.25 meters tall, and 1.4 meters tall at its lowest point.

U Retreat [Korea Quality] / 유리트리트 [한국관광 품질인증]

U Retreat [Korea Quality] / 유리트리트 [한국관광 품질인증]

13.9 Km    0     2022-03-31

1468-55, Hanseo-ro, Seo-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-433-2786

Located in Seo-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do, U Retreat is a luxurious villa-type accommodation. “U” in its name not only signifies “you” but also the shape of nature embracing humans; “Retreat” convinces you to care for yourself, escaping from your daily routines. The building of the accommodation, a structure composed with simple straight lines, has received a number of awards in architecture, including the Presidential Award of Korea Architecture Award. The philosophy of the architect that pursues the coexistence with nature can be read through the exterior built with high-strength concrete and glass and the design of space using the floor-level difference. Enveloped with grand nature of Hongcheon, the accommodation has only nine rooms on an area of 9,900 m², letting guests enjoy cozy rest. Every room has an indoor tepid water pool or a separate spa using bedrock groundwater spa. The water in the pool is 30-32oC and that in the spa 38-40oC all year round, warm even in midwinter. Each room has a large window showing mountains of Hongcheon stretched that makes you feel refreshed, and the full latex mattress and the highest grad goose down bedding will guarantee your tight sleep. The accommodation also has flawless facilities, including the INFINITY POOL with natural bedrock groundwater from 130 meters underground, the barbecue that makes your travel lively, and a cafe that sells coffee and wine.

Seoksangyegok Valley (석산계곡)

15.0 Km    39501     2024-04-03

Seoksan-ri, Danwol-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Seoksangyegok Valley, located in Sorisan Mountain, is also known as Sorisangyegok Valley. The area is known for its crystal-clear water, where marsh snails can be caught, and its pure, unpolluted environment is evident by the countless fireflies visible in summer. The valley is quite lengthy and abundant in water, making it an ideal summer getaway spot. There are numerous resting areas near the valley, adding to its appeal for visitors.

Yangpyeong Wild Flower Arboretum (양평 들꽃수목원)

Yangpyeong Wild Flower Arboretum (양평 들꽃수목원)

15.0 Km    34009     2021-07-12

16, Sumogwon-gil, Yangpyeong-eup, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-772-1800, 774-8777~8

The Yangpyeong Wild Flower Arboretum has several major facilities. The Nature Ecology Museum showcases a natural ecology model structure with educational videos. The Nature Learning Center has about 200 different types of endangered wild flower species, while the Herb Garden has 50 different types of herbs. Other attractions include the swampy ground, Tteodeureongseom Island, riverside driveway, tropical arboretum, research center. The Arborteum offers a number of hands-on experience programs as well.

Sottukkeong Dak Bokkeumtang (솥뚜껑닭볶음탕)

15.2 Km    33426     2024-02-15

130-18 Eobisan-gil, Seorak-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Spicy Braised Chicken, a staple in Korean cuisine, is prepared by stewing chicken pieces with a fiery blend of red pepper powder and various seasonings. It’s a dish that complements rice perfectly. Here, the chicken is simmered in a sizeable metal pot with a flat lid, a method that not only retains heat better but also infuses a distinctive flavor and a touch of the chef’s personal care into every bite. The dish’s flavor is enhanced when paired with seasoned green onions, adding a crisp, spicy kick. Following the main course, the leftover sauce is used to stir-fry rice into the visually appealing and tasty Fried Rice Art, often shaped into a heart, delighting both the palate and the eyes. Nearby, guests can hear the gentle flow of a stream and have access to the valley via stairs, offering a chance to indulge in some light water activities after their meal.

Healience Seonmaeul [Korea Quality] / 힐리언스 선마을 [한국관광 품질인증]

Healience Seonmaeul [Korea Quality] / 힐리언스 선마을 [한국관광 품질인증]

15.6 Km    3454     2022-04-06

122, Jongjasan-gil Seo-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-10-4148-8713

Healience Seonmaeul is located in Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do. It is the first “well-aging and healing resort” in Korea, known famously for the involvement of Dr. Lee Si-hyeong, psychiatrist and neuroscientist, in the foundation of the resort. As it is nestled in the middle of Jongjasan Mountain, a beautiful natural landscape unfolds everywhere you look. You can experience complete relaxation surrounded by nature. The resort offers 92 guest rooms in three different types: Forest Rooms, Garden Rooms, and Red Clay Rooms. There are also pet-friendly guest rooms where guests can stay with their pet dogs. There is also a pet-friendly restaurant on the premises. The resort is also equipped with a range of convenient facilities that guests can use while they heal their body and soul. The facilities include a garden music hall & cafe where guests can enjoy a cup of tea, a restaurant that offers eco-friendly and healthy dishes, a spa equipped with sparkling/hot/cold water bath, a red clay sauna, a gallery, a study, and a forest yurt and a cave for yoga and meditation. There are also a daycare for children, and a rest area for pet dogs. The resort also has five trekking courses where guests can meditate while walking on forest trails. Healience Seonmaeul offers various healing programs designed to help guests gain various habits to age well such as dietary habits, exercise habits, mind-set habits, and life rhythm habits. It is one of the 51 wellness sites designated by the Korean Tourism Organization, and one of the 10 best tourist courses in Korea for healing designated by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

C Art Museum (Art Museum in Forest) (C아트뮤지엄 (숲속의 미술공원))

15.6 Km    21029     2024-02-16

57-13 Darakgeuni-gil, Yangdong-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

C Art Museum is a sculpture park and an art museum established by sculptor Chung Kwan-mo in 2005. The 'C' in C Art Museum stands for 'Contemporary,' 'Creativity,' 'Christianity,' and 'Chung,' the founder's name. The art museum includes exhibition halls, memorial halls, an education hall, and a material hall. The sculpture park's highlight is Jesus Hill, along with numerous sculptures that harmoniously blend with the surrounding nature.

Yumyeongsan Mountain (유명산)

Yumyeongsan Mountain (유명산)

15.9 Km    33207     2018-07-05

Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun & Seorak-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-582-8830

Originally, no name was given to this mountain on topographical maps. But in 1973, when the Empor Alpine Club reached the mountain during a hike across the nation, the club members named it after Jin Yu-myeong, a member of the expedition. On old maps, the mountain had been called Mayusan Mountain because of the horses raised in the area, but today it is more widely known as Yumyeongsan Mountain. The trail that starts from Yangpyeong leads to an expansive and open grassland. The hiking trails are also connected to those of Mount Daebusan and Mount Sogunisan. On the summit, there is a pile of stones, and the view from the top is splendid.

Bogoli Bansang (보고리반상)

Bogoli Bansang (보고리반상)

15.9 Km    0     2024-03-21

11 Sagijeom-gil, Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

This Korean restaurant has delicious side dishes made with freshly picked vegetables every morning. Hot stone pot rice is served with main dishes such as grilled mackerel, grilled Spanish mackerel, spicy stir-fried pork, spicy stir-fried squid and pork, and soybean paste jjigae, as well as vegetable wraps and about 10 kinds of salads and side dishes. Spicy stir-fried pork will help make a bowl of rice disappear in no time. Beef bulgogi and chewy dried yellow croaker aged in barley rice are also popular dishes. there are also many delicious side dishes that make the meal even more satisfying.