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Cheonggyesan Mountain (청계산)

16.6Km    2024-03-20

Makgye-dong, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Standing at 618 meters above sea level, Cheonggyesan Mountain boarders the area of Yangjae-dong, Seoul and Gwacheon-si, Seongnam-si, and Uiwang-si, Gyeonggi-do. From the top, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of Seoul's city center and Gyeonggi-do. The mountain is well-maintained with various hiking trails, making it easy to climb even for beginners. In the fall, the mountain is known for its stunning fall foliage, attracting numerous visitors.

Gwangmyeong Indoor Gymnasium (광명시민체육관)

Gwangmyeong Indoor Gymnasium (광명시민체육관)

16.9Km    2024-02-20

703 Ori-ro, Gwangmyeong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Gwangmyeong Indoor Gymnasium is a stadium equipped with seating for 3,000 spectators. It houses facilities for physical training, including golf, fitness, and table tennis. The spacious and vibrant lawn plaza immediately draws attention. This complex includes an open art hall for performances, sports facilities like an inline bicycle track and basketball courts, and amenities such as a children's playground and an outdoor water play area. Additionally, it features a 16-meter-high artificial rock-climbing wall.

Sammaksa Temple (삼막사)

Sammaksa Temple (삼막사)

17.0Km    2024-02-07

478 Sammak-ro, Manan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do,

Sammaksa Temple is a Buddhist temple located in Samseongsan Mountain. Legend has it that the temple was established in 667 by Wonhyo, a Buddhist philosopher from the Silla era. Within the temple grounds are Cheonbuljeon Hall, Yukgwaneumjeon Hall, Myeongbujeon Hall, Manghaeru Pavilion, Chilbogak House, among others. The temple holds heritages like the Rock-carved Buddha Triad and the Fertility Stones. These artifacts, symbolizing the fusion of Buddhism and folk religion, highlights the ancient nature of the place.

Dodeoksan Suspension Bridge (도덕산 출렁다리)

17.1Km    2025-11-06

317-80 Gwangmyeong-dong, Gwangmyeong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Dodeoksan Suspension Bridge is located in Dodeoksan Park, which serves as a resting place and a light hiking course for citizens of Gwangmyeong. Dodeoksan Park has a well-maintained wooden walkway, and the slope is not too steep, so anyone can walk safely there. It is about 400 meters from Dodeoksan Park parking lot to Dodeoksan Suspension Bridge, allowing one to reach the bridge at a leisurely pace on foot. The bridge is in a Y-shape and 82 meters long in total and has an artificial waterfall under the midpoint of the bridge, giving a thrilling yet refreshing experience. 

Seoul Grand Park (서울대공원)

Seoul Grand Park (서울대공원)

17.2Km    2023-03-17

102, Daegongwongwangjang-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Seoul Grand Park is a family-friendly amusement park consisting of various themed facilities that promote the growth and preservation of diverse animals and plants.

[Seoul Zoo]
Seoul Zoo aims to provide an ideal environment for animals to grow and live as well as exhibit, preserve, and research rare animals and educate the public. As a result of the zoo's hard work and efforts, it is the only zoo in Korea to be certified as a member of both ISIS and IUDZG-WZO.

[Botanical Garden]
Seoul Grand Park's Botanical Garden was opened in 1985 amidst the lush forest situated at the foot of Cheonggyesan Mountain. The garden consists of a greenhouse, exhibition facilities, and themed gardens that boast a collection of over 41,000 plants from 1,262 different species. The greenhouse preserves and exhibits tropical and subtropical plants that are not found in Korea. Moreover, the Botanical Garden offers various activities and experience programs related to plants and forests.

[Theme Garden]
The Theme Garden is one of the most representative facilities of Seoul Grand Park. The Theme Garden consists of a Rose Garden and Children's Zoo. Seasonal plants and flowers as well as diverse themed garden programs are offered.

[Healing Place]
The Healing Place is a forest formed at the foothills of Cheonggyesan Mountain that surrounds the border of Seoul Grand Park. Main facilities consist of Healing Forest Walkway; Water, Wind & Sunshine Healing Zone; Barefoot Road; Aroma Garden; and Forest Plaza.

[Healing Forest Walkway]
Healing Forest Walkway is a walking path lined by diverse trees that form a lush forest serving as a habitat for small animals like squirrels, rabbits, raccoons, and more. The walking path is approximately 8 kilometers long and divided into four sections. The shortest course takes approximately 30 minutes to complete, while the full course requires 3 hours.

[Campsite]
The campsite within the Seoul Grand Park is the perfect place to camp out, hold picnics and enjoy recreational activities with friends and families. The main facilities consist of a campsite, volleyball court, basketball court, snack bar, and shower facilities. The campsite is open from March to November, except in the case of harsh weather conditions.

Tomb of General Gwon Yul (권율장군묘)

Tomb of General Gwon Yul (권율장군묘)

17.2Km    2024-02-07

223 Gwonyul-ro, Jangheung-myeon, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

General Gwon Yul (1537-1599) is a historic figure from the Joseon dynasty. He is celebrated for repelling the invading Japanese forces at Haengjusanseong Fortress and other locations near Seoul during the Japanese Invasion of Korea (1592-1598). In front of the tomb stands a tombstone, flanked by pairs of stone statues. These pairs consist of Sangseok, Hyangnoseok, Dongjaseok, Muninseok, and Mangjuseok, with one statue from each pair positioned on the left and the other on the right, respectively. The site also includes the tombs of his father and older brother. His descendants continue to visit and commemorate him to this day.

Gureumsan Forest Park (Gureumsan Urban Forest Park) (구름산 산림욕장 (구름산 도시자연공원) )

Gureumsan Forest Park (Gureumsan Urban Forest Park) (구름산 산림욕장 (구름산 도시자연공원) )

17.4Km    2024-04-08

27 Ori-ro 619beon-gil, Gwangmyeong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Gureumsan Forest Park is densely populated with trees that are 20 meters high. The forest park has a playground and wooden benches, and has the highest phytoncide concentration out of all the 13 forest parks in Gyeonggi-do. This hiking trail has been developed with 356 fir trees and an 184-meter red clay trail to provide citizens and tourists with a relaxing barefoot walking experience. Most of the forest paths in the park area are covered in wood chips, making it easier to walk.

Damdaheon / 담다헌 체험교육관

Damdaheon / 담다헌 체험교육관

17.5Km    2023-10-26

98, Songsan-ro 939beon-gil, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do

Damdaheon is an experience center dedicated to the art of making rice cakes, situated in Geomundol (black stone) Village in Sangok-dong, Uijeongbu. It was opened on October 23, 2009, under Park Gyeong-ae, recognized as a master artisan by Gyeonggi-do. The center offers experience programs like rice cake-making, sweet red bean jelly-making, fermented soybean and sauce-making, kimchi-making, and bean curd-making, as well as weekend farms (offered on a yearly basis). It strives to promote the traditional healthy foods of Korea through hands-on experiences to children and young people, who tend to gravitate toward instant and Western food, and to encourage them to make their own rice cakes at home with Damdaheon’s easy rice cake recipes. 

Gwacheon Wildflower Nature Learning Center (과천야생화자연학습장)

17.7Km    2023-07-17

118, Gyoyugwon-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Gwacheon Wildflower Nature Learning Center was opened to provide a place to learn about nature and harmony. The area is 6,900㎡ and has approximately 112 species of wildflowers. The learning center is divided into sections according to the type and use of wildflowers. The learning center also houses a traditional tightrope walking education center. Korean tightrope walking is registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The site offers an educational tightrope walking experience program for those interested. 

Bucheon U-ri General Hospital (부천우리병원)

17.7Km    2025-10-23

(Wonjong-dong), 726 Sosa-ro, Ojeong-gu, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Bucheon U-RI General Hospital is a general hospital with an advanced medical system that is in line with the rapidly changing medical environment. The hospital won “excellent” ratings across all health checkup areas and in the Accreditation Program for Healthcare Organizations by the Ministry of Health and Welfare. With outstanding medical staff, ambitious investments in hospital facilities, and ceaseless training, we continue to grow. We maintain specialized centers across various fields, including the Gastroenterology Center, Spine & Joint Center, and the Cerebral Neurology Center, and our medical departments include internal medicine, neurology, orthopedics, spine surgery, general surgery, urology, gynecology, and dentistry. We also offer an integrated nursing care service that allows patients to be admitted without a caregiver. Our Comprehensive Health Checkup Center operates on 1,652 ㎡ under agreements with numerous public institutions and businesses. Checkup visitors can receive an early diagnosis of diseases and follow-up care from each medical department. Our strengths not only include its high-end medical facilities but also its convenient location near Incheon and Gimpo Airports. We will continue to expand our infrastructure to offer the best experience for overseas patients who want to benefit from Korea’s outstanding medical services.