Donggang International Photo Festival (동강국제사진제)

14.8Km 2022-09-19

1909-10, Yeongwol-ro, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
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Donggang International Photo Festival is a representative photo festival with a wide range of participants, such as photography enthusiasts, national and international photographers, and the residents of Yeongwol, Gangwon-do. The festival is comprised of the Main Exhibition, DongGang Photography Award Exhibition, International Open Call, Photojournalists Exhibition, Gangwon Province Photographers Exhibition, Yeongwol County Photographers Exhibition, Elementary School Photo Diary Exhibition, Street Installation Exhibition and Workshop (Yeongwol Photo Tour Program, Continuing Education Exhibition, Artist Talk, Elementary Students Workshop).

Jeongseon Station (정선역)

14.9Km 2017-07-10

55, Noksong 8-gil, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do

The population of Jeongseon greatly decreased after the decline of the coal mining business in Korea. With the loss of travelers, many stations on the Jeongseon Line switched to non-manned operations; Jeongseon Station is the only station to maintain staff.

Despite losing population, Jeongseon has maintained popularity due to its history as the birthplace of Korea's folk song, Arirang, and for Jeongseon Traditional Market, held every weekend.

Seondol Cliff [National Geopark] (선돌 (강원고생대 국가지질공원))

14.9Km 2022-12-28

373-1, Bangjeol-ri, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-1577-0545

Seondol Cliff features a large split rock standing over the curving river below. The scene created by these two natural elements appears other-worldly. A rocky outcrop appears to have been cut away from the main cliff with a giant knife. Geologically, it was formed by corrosion of the limestone bedrock.

Pyeongchang Yukbaekmajigi (평창 육백마지기)

15.0Km 2024-11-11

583-76 Cheongoksan-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-330-2771

Yukbaekmajigi refers to the peak of Cheongoksan Mountain on the southern side of Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do. The large field is the size of six soccer fields and is 1,256 meters above sea level. The name comes from the saying that the field is large enough to spread 600 mal (Korean unit of measure) of rice seeds. Yukbaekmajigi is easy to reach by car and is becoming a popular eco-friendly tourist attraction. The view from the peak includes an open view of 20 large wind power generators on the vast field. There are also various photo zones for visitors.

Café Slowly (카페 느리게)

15.1Km 2024-04-02

37 Cheongnyeongpo-ro, Yeongwol-eup, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do

It's a cafe located near Cheongnyeongpo Scenic Site. Visitors can enjoy the riverside scenery of Yeongwol from a window seat. The signature drinks are Corn-spänner and Barley Dango. Corn-spänner is a sweet, creamy drink made with corn milk and cream, and Barley Dango is a drink made with finely ground barley, roasted grain powder, homemade cream, and dango. Guests are warmly welcomed into the cafe by the resident cat, making it especially suitable for travelers who love pets.

Deokwoo Experience Village (덕우리체험마을)

15.2Km 2024-10-31

27 Baekodam-gil, Jeongseon-eup, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do

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Cha Jeong-suk chooses a different path. It’s a “kind revenge” acted upon with a good heart instead of resentment. She inspects the health of the villagers she visits for medical volunteer work, interacts with them, and grows as an individual. Deokwoo Experience Village offers a beautiful natural setting as a given, but also provides fishing, farming experiences, rice cake making, and craft workshops. It’s one of the renowned “Twelve Winter Sceneries of Jeongseon” in Gangwon Province.

Untan Walk-cation in Yeongwol (운탄 웤케이션 in 영월)

15.9Km 2024-08-23

126-3 Cheongnyeongpo-ro, Yeongwol-eup, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
033-644-1330

The Untan Walk-cation in Yeongwol is the first of three events connecting Yeongwol, Taekbaek, and Samcheok along the Untangodo 1330 Trail. Participants can enjoy cultural events while walking thorugh peaceful nature.

Cheongnyeongpo Scenic Spot (청령포)

16.0Km 2024-04-02

133 Cheongnyeongpo-ro, Yeongwol-eup, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do

Cheongnyeongpo Scenic Spot is one of Yeongwol's representative tourist destinations, also well known as Joseon's 6th king Danjong’s home in exile. The Namhangang River surrounds its three sides, and there are mountains on the other side. It is only accessible by boat. For reference, there is no set schedule for the departure and arrival of the boat, and it starts operating once the travelers are seated to some extent. Travelers are welcomed by tall pine trees when entering Cheongnyeongpo. There are many historical sites, such as Danjong's home in exile, a pine tree about 600 years old called Gwaneumsong, and Manghyangtap Tower, which serves as an observatory.

Deoksangigyegok Valley (덕산기 계곡)

16.2Km 2024-02-13

Jeongseon-eup, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do

Deoksangigyegok Valley is adorned with several waterfalls, the most majestic being a 40-meter-tall waterfall located upstream. The beauty of the valley is further enhanced by numerous ponds scattered throughout the area. Notable landmarks include Nangmoam Rock, situated upstream, which strikingly resembles a reclining woman, and Seokburam Rock in the midstream area, said to mirror the image of a sitting Buddha. The valley itself, soaring over 100 meters high, is characterized by layered rock cliffs. These formations are the result of tectonic movements and weathering that have occurred over hundreds of millions of years, adding a profound sense of history and natural wonder to the landscape.

Gariwangsan National Recreational Forest (국립 가리왕산자연휴양림)

16.5Km 2023-04-06

707, Gariwangsan-ro, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-562-5833

Gariwangsan Mountain is one of the major mountains in the Taebaek Mountain Range. It is a home to numerous alpine tree species, as well as wildflowers and herbs. Its trails are popular thanks to the gentle slopes. Gariwangsan National Recreational Forest is located at the Hoedong-ri Village entrance. The recreational forest has various amenities, but the walking path next to the valley is by far the most outstanding. The thick forest blocks out the sky while purifying the air.

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