Teddy Bear Farm (테디베어팜)

11.8 Km 0 2021-04-05

16, Haksapyeong 2-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-636-3680

The Teddy Bear Farm introduces the history and origin of teddy bears and displays bear dolls with diverse themes as well as teddy bear works created by world-wide designers. The bear’s name “Teddy,” which is very popular among people of all ages, originates from the nickname of U.S. president Franklin Roosevelt. The Teddy Bear Farm introduces the birth story of teddy bear associated with President Roosevelt, and shows various styles of teddy bear dolls, in particular, miniature versions of teddy bears from the world’s fairy tales, teddy bear in hanbok (traditional Korean clothes), teddy bear at a camping site, teddy bear enjoying a Christmas party, and so on. It also displays Korea’s seasonal customs as well as a variety of teddy bears’ stories. The photo zones in places and the outdoor Teddy Garden invite many visitors with its interesting attractions.

Seoraksan Cable Car (설악산 케이블카)

12.0 Km 78221 2024-04-08

1085 Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do

A ride on the Seoraksan Cable Car is the best way to enjoy the unexplored regions of Seoraksan Mountain. The cable car station is located in Seoraksan National Park, and it takes about 10 minutes to reach Gwongeumseong Fortress, which is 700 meters above sea level. Since one-way tickets are not available, passengers must purchase a round-trip ticket. From the cable car window, passengers can see famous attractions like Ulsanbawi Peak and Manmulsang Rocks. From Gwongeumseong Fortress, passengers can take in a panoramic view of Seoraksan Mountain. Seoraksan Mountain, seen from the top of Gwongeumseong Fortress, is majestic and mysterious with unique rock formations. Upon reaching the top of the mountain, the entire scenery of Outer Seorak unfolds before one's eyes. Visitors will be amazed by the Allak Hermitage from the Silla dynasty and the Muhagsong Pine Tree, which has survived for hundreds of years just below Gwongeumseong Fortress. There are many tourists on weekends, public holidays, and fall foliage season, so visitors are advised to plan ahead.

Cheonbuldong Valley (천불동계곡)

12.1 Km 29791 2021-04-09

1091, Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-801-0900

As one of the Ten Sights of Seoraksan Mountain, the Cheonbuldong Valley is also called Seorakgol Valley, being a representative valley of the mountain. Along the valley covering about 7 km from Biseondae Rock to Daecheongbong Peak, visitors can enjoy the splendid scenery of various attractions including Waseondae Rock, Munjudam Pool, Ihodam Pool, Gwimyeonam Rock, Oryeon Falls, and Cheondang Falls. It has all magnificent views of Seoraksan Mountain. The Cheonbuldong Valley is also regarded as one of Korea’s top 3 valleys along with Chilseon Valley of Jirisan Mountain and Tamna Valley of Hallasan Mountain. It offers beautiful seasonal views every year, and among them, the autumnal foliage is considered the best scenery of the valley. Its colorfully-tinged autumnal leaves are in harmony with rocks in fantastic shapes, attracting many hikers in autumn.

Geumganggul Cave (금강굴)

12.1 Km 28146 2019-11-27

1091, Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-801-0900

Hollowed into the rocks of Seoraksan Mountain, about 600 meters above sea level, you will find Geumganggul Cave. This 23 square meters cave was once used as a place of worship, and contains a stone sitting Buddha and some earthenware. The route up the cave is quite steep, and visitors must walk across a few bridges and up concrete stairways. However, you will be rewarded with a captivating view of Cheonbuldong Valley.

The hiking trail from Seorakdong to Geumganggul Cave, which also passes by Biseondae, is 3.6 kilometers long and takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Biseondae Rock (비선대)

12.1 Km 19608 2021-04-09

1091, Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-801-0900

Biseondae Rock is a large rock located in the Cheonbuldong Valley of Seoraksan Mountain. The rock blended with a giant surrounding rocky wall creates a mysterious atmosphere. When it rains, water flows down through the rock and forms a small waterfall. The stream of water winding around the rock is considered the magnificent view, which is similar to that of the Manpokdong Valley in Geumgangsan Mountain. When the season changes, its landscape boasts different scenery: full-blown flowers in spring, green and refreshing trees in summer, colorful autumnal leaves in autumn, and white snowy view in winter. Due to such a mysterious landscape, Biseondae Rock bears a legend in which Taoist hermit called Magoseon enjoyed scenery of this place and ascended to heaven. The name of Biseondae, meaning the rock (dae) where a Taoist hermit (seon) flew up (bi) to the sky, originates from this legend.

Kensington Resort Seorak Beach (켄싱턴리조트 설악비치)

12.4 Km 15854 2022-12-21

4800, Donghae-daero, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-631-7601

Kensington Resort Seorak Beach is surrounded by mountains and ocean as well as creeks and fields. Due to its location by the beach, visitors can enjoy the view of the ocean as well as Seoraksan Mountain in the backdrop. Visitors can play in the sand and the water at the beach in front of the resort. The rooms provide cozy yet modern feel with various concepts to meet all the needs. Subsidiary facilities include banquet hall, education classroom, seawater sauna, singing room, nightclub, local specialty store, arcade and more.

Sinheungsa Temple (Seoraksan Mountain) (신흥사(설악산))

12.5 Km 74983 2024-03-12

1137 Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-636-7044

Sinheungsa Temple is a temple located in Seoraksan Mountain near Sokcho. It belongs to the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. It was originally founded as Hyangseongsa Temple by the monk Jajang in the Shilla dynasty (A.D. 652). Within the temple grounds, cultural heritage sites such as Geungnakbojeon Hall, a wooden structure from the mid-Joseon period, and the Three-story Stone Pagoda at Hyangseongsa Temple Site. The temple offers a templestay program where visitors can experience temple life firsthand. Participants can engage in various activities such as Buddhist ceremonies, Buddhist prayer, 108 prostrations, and lotus lantern and rosary making.

I'Park Condominium (아이파크콘도)

12.8 Km 22112 2021-04-29

75-16, Goseong-daero, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-635-9300

I'Park Condominium aims to make each guest’s stay a wonderful experience.

Biryongpokpo Falls (비룡폭포)

12.9 Km 35759 2021-04-09

Seoraksan National Park, Seorak-dong, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-801-0900

Biryongpokpo Falls is 2.4 km away in the south from the Seoraksan Small Park ticket booth. Biryongpokpo Falls is located between Towangseong Falls in the upper region and Yukdam Falls in the lower region. Biryongpokpo Falls was named after the shape of the water stream of the falls (pokpo) resembling a dragon (ryong) ascending (bi) to heaven. Their powerful water streams pouring into the narrow and rough valley look like a legendary dragon. There is another tale associated with Biryongpokpo Falls. A dragon lived here, and one day villagers offered a maiden to the dragon to break the drought. Then, the dragon flew up to the sky, and there were no more droughts in the village. The waterfalls drop 16 m to the ground and their loud sound resonates in the valley. In winter, the waterfalls freeze and the frozen water columns offer another magnificent view. A clear pond is formed beneath the falls and around which there is a wooden observation deck. Biryongpokpo Falls and Surroundings in Seoraksan Mountain were designated as the Scenic Site No. 95. It takes about 1 hr from the Small Park to the Biryongpokpo Falls, while it takes about 3 hr (round-trip) to visit up to Towangseong Falls and Yukdam Falls. The difficulty level of this tour course is ordinary.

Pine Ridge Resort Villa (파인리즈리조트 빌라)

13.7 Km 17858 2020-05-20

267, Jaembeoridong-ro, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-630-6700

Pine Ridge Resort Villa is an independent high-class golf and spa resort with 168 rooms located on the golf course. The villa offers comfort and relaxation in a European-style villa. The rooms provide open views to the beautiful natural landscape of the surrounding golf course.

The resort’s spa facility uses a hot spring for its water source that is rich in alkaline with an optimal temperature at 45 degrees Celsius. Guests can enjoy the utmost comfort and convenience through these superb facilities and services. Subsidiary facilities include golf practice range, banquet hall, Azalea retail shop, restaurants, café, and more.

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