Baengnyongdonggul Cave-Gangwon Paleozoic Geopark (백룡동굴-강원고생대 국가지질공원)

14.9 Km 13092 2020-06-10

63, Munhui-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-560-2379

Baengnyongdonggul Cave is a 1.8㎞-long, natural limestone cave located in Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do. The cave entrance is located 10-15㎞ above sea level, and is surrounded by rocks. In 1976, local residents expanded a small lane in the middle of the main cave corridor to allow for easier exploration. Since then, the cave has continued to be explored and researched with great value for geologists. The cave was designated Natural Monument No. 260 in 1979.

Jecheon Sikdang (제천식당)

16.5 Km 5411 2024-02-16

3 Docheon-gil, Jucheon-myeon, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do

This restaurant in Yeongwol specializes in buckwheat noodles, handling every step of the noodle-making process in-house. These freshly made noodles are the key ingredient in the restaurant's signature dish, kkolttu guksu (Gangwon buckwheat noodle soup), a traditional folk dish of Gangwon-do. The dish is known for its mild and savory flavors, making it a great option for those who prefer to avoid spicy food. In addition to kkolttu guksu, the restaurant also offers makguksu (buckwheat noodles) and naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles).

Youngwol Y Park (젊은달와이파크)

16.5 Km 1 2024-01-09

1467-9 Songhakjucheon-ro, Jucheon-myeon, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do

Youngwol Y Park is a complex art space that recreated the Sulsaem Museum, which opened in 2014, into a regeneration space that combines contemporary works of art, museums, and workshops. This newly created contemporary art space was planned by sculptor Choi Ok-yeung. Located in Jucheon-myeon’s untouched beautiful nature, the space is composed of Red Bamboo, Red Pavilion, and Jupiter, which are works using the signature red color of Choi Ok-yeung. The artist designed the space according to various themes, such as life, space, and regeneration, intending to evoking various feelings within visitors through viewing and experience. It is a huge art museum and land art space divided into 11 landscapes, and it's worth taking the time to look around slowly.

Jucheon Mukjip (주천묵집)

16.6 Km 19667 2024-02-16

1282-11 Songhakjucheon-ro, Jucheon-myeon, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
02-3295-0312

This restaurant specializes in traditional Gangwon folk dishes, including ongsimi (potato ball soup). Ongsimi features handmade dough balls crafted from ground potatoes, boiled in a vegetable soup. The unique texture of the potato balls combined with the light yet rich flavors of the vegetable broth creates a delightful culinary experience. Another favorite at the restaurant is the crispy gamja jeon (potato pancake). These dishes are accompanied by musaengchae (julienne radish fresh salad), a soy sauce-based sauce, and a selection of side dishes that complement the flavors of the main course.

Ondal Tourist Area (온달관광지)

16.7 Km 0 2024-02-26

23, Ondal-ro, Yeongchun-myeon, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Ondal Tourist Area is the site of a battle between Goguryeo and Silla in the 6th Century over the control of the Hangang River. It is home to Ondal Exhibition Hall, the Ondal Open Film Set, Ondalsanseong Fortress, and Ondaldonggul Cave, inspired by the story of Goguryeo general Ondal and Princess Pyeonggang. Many Korean historical shows have been filmed in the Ondal Open Film Set. Ondaldonggul Cave was formed by the dissolution of limestone created during the Paleozoic period.

JOGYUNDANG / 조견당

16.8 Km 151 2024-02-01

27, Gogaok-gil, Jucheon-myeon, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-372-7229

Located in Jucheon-myeon, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon Province, Jogyeondang (House of Kim Jong-gil) is a traditional “hanok” stay. The nine rooms of the house follow the traditional “hanok” format. Anchae, the inner building with nearly 200 years of history, is dignified and elegant as befitting of its age. The majestic rafters of the building were built from 800-year-old trees, and the “daecheongmaru” raised floor has a sheen from years of care. Sarangchae and Byeolchae, restored in 2007 and 2009, respectively, make up for their relative lack of historical weight with freshness and convenience. The Inner Sarangchae faces the Anchae and the courtyard, while the Outer Sarangchae connects to a space with floor tables, cushions, and bookcases for drinking tea or reading. Guests staying in the three rooms in the Outer Sarangchae and the Anchae Geonneonbang rooms must use a shared bathroom, while other rooms come with private bathrooms. The uniqueness of Jogyeondang lies in its extensive cultural program, which ranges from tea ceremonies to soirees in the historical building. The complex’s manager has many stories to tell about the history of the house and its construction. Breakfast is also available upon reservation and payment, and English and Chinese services are provided for international visitors.

Danyang Ondaldonggul Cave (단양 온달동굴)

16.9 Km 42133 2020-01-02

23, Ondal-ro, Yeongchun-myeon, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-423-8820

Ondaldonggul Cave is located underground at the foot of Seongsan Mountain, where Ondalsanseong Fortress is situated. It is a natural limestone cave that is estimated to have begun forming around 450 million years ago. The total 760 meter-long cave covers an area of 349,485 square meters. The cave mouth is two meters high, while the cave itself is 5 to 10 meters high and about 5 meters wide. The cave features stairway structure and contains an abundance of beautiful stalagmites and stalactites. The average temperature of the cave maintains 14 degrees Celsius in summer and 16 degrees Celsius in winter, making it a perfect all-year-round attraction. The cave is rich in underground water resources and there is a 0.8 to 1 meter-deep cave river flowing at the bottom of the cave floor. The cave also has over 40 small ponds that are inhabited by a variety of living organisms like fish and insects.

Situated on top of the mountain peak to the left of the cave is Ondalsanseong Fortress. The fortress has been preserved in its original form throughout some 1,400 years and shows the advanced building skills of Goguryeo Era (37 BC-668 AD). The annual Ondal Culture Festival is held every October around Ondaldonggul Cave and Ondalsanseong Fortress in memory of the legendary love story between General Ondal and Princess Pyeonggang. Other attractions in the area include a theme park and Jangseung (Korean traditional totem poles) Park.

Trouts House (평창송어양식장 (송어의집))

17.5 Km 31565 2024-02-19

19-4 Araetsangni-gil, Pyeongchang-eup, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
033-332-0505

Trouts House is a unique establishment that combines a trout hoetjib with a trout farm. They meticulously maintain an optimal environment for trout farming, which yields fish with a chewy texture, free from any fishy aftertaste, and characterized by a delicate, clean flavor. The restaurant offers various trout dishes for guests to enjoy. Options include muchim where trout is mixed with vegetables, soybean powder, sesame oil, and minced garlic, and deopbap, where trout is served over rice. In addition to songeo hoe (sliced raw trout), their menu also features songeo gui (grilled trout), songeo twigim (deep-fried trout), and a dish with thistle rice.

Sigol Sundubu (시골순두부)

18.1 Km 63 2021-03-22

22, Jungmal, 8-gil, Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-643-9522

A place that cooks and sells, directly made tofu every day and stops selling when the daily ingredients are exhausted. The best menu at this restaurant is bean curd stew. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do.

Yoseonjeong Pavilion & Yoseonam Rock (요선정·요선암)

18.6 Km 15898 2022-12-28

13-39, Dowonunhak-ro, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-370-2140

Yoseonjeong Pavilion is located in a valley with a clear stream water flowing below. Next to the pavilion is a large rock with the word Yoseonnam inscribed on it. During the Unified Silla period, there was a small hermitage where Yoseongjeong Pavilion stands today. The hermitage was frequented by monks Doyun and Jinghyo, who had founded Heungnyeongseonwon Temple on a foothill of Sajasan Mountain to teach the values and principles of Buddhism. Today, next to the pavilion is a small stone pagoda and a statue of seated Buddha.

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