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Andongho Lake (안동호)

18661 2021-01-29

Hoban-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-856-3013

Known as a popular fishing spot and recreation site, Andongho Lake is an man-made lake created by obstructing the upper stream of the Nakdonggang River as part of the government’s Four Major Rivers Restoration Project. Andong Dam is the second largest dam in Korea, following Soyanggang Dam. The x_height of the dam is 83 meters and the length is 612 meters.

The landscape surrounding Andongho Lake is nothing short of magnificent. There is a dock for boats on the lake, which is also popular as a fishing destination. Bass caught here are especially strong and tasty. An international bass fishing tournament is held here every year. There are also tourist attractions nearby such as the Dosanseowon Confucian Academy and Andong Hahoe Village.

Imwonhang Port (Imwonhang Breakwater - Domigul Cave) (임원항 (임원항방파제 - 도미굴))

21007 2021-01-29

30-11, Imwonhanggu-ro, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-572-6011

Imwonhang Port is widely considered to be the best place for catching sea bream in the East Sea, along with Japanese dace, spotty belly greenling, rockfish and flounder in the winter. The two major fishing spots are the outer harbor near the breakwater point and the inner harbor.

The rocks on the seashore in Sinnam and Galnam areas are popular especially in winter as the best fishing point to catch gold bream. The areas become crowded with fishers in the weekends and holidays, making parking difficult.

Gangneung Curling Center (강릉컬링센터 (강릉실내빙상장))

2395 2021-01-15

32, Jonghabundongjang-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-647-8388

Gangneung Curling Center is an ice skating rink that served as the venue for curling games during 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics. Located on the basement of the curling center, visitors to the ice skating rink can enjoy skating at an affordable price.

Elysian Gangchon Country Club (엘리시안 강촌 컨트리클럽)

6536 2021-01-15

688, Bukhangangbyeon-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-260-2000

Elysian Gangchon Country Club is designed with the mountains and the local atmosphere in mind to provide visitors with a beautiful view as they golf. With various courses from precision-oriented courses to dynamic courses with mountain and creek obstacles, golfers will have plenty of challenges throughout their round.

Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort (엘리시안 강촌 스키장)

108444 2021-01-05

688, Bukhangangbyeon-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do

Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort is the only ski resort that can be reached using the subway and ITX train. To provide a short lift wait time, 6 person speed lifts and premium reservation tickets are available. The slopes are designed for beginners making the resort favorable for everyone.Various security systems ensure safety for both beginners and advanced skiers. Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort's eight out of the ten slopes are designed for beginner to intermediate level and it also has a practice slope for beginners and ski camps.

Yangji Pine Resort Ski Valley (양지파인리조트 스키장)

106870 2020-12-25

112, Nampyeong-ro, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-338-2001

Yangji Pine Resort is an all-season recreational complex located in the magnificent Dokjosan Mountain in Gyeonggi-do. Since the expansion of Yeongdong Highway in 1994, the resort has been loved by visitors in the metropolitan area. Through continuous renovation of the facilities, visitors can be assured that the hotel-style condominium, ski course, as well as all subsidiary facilities are up to date.

The resort offers numerous ski runs. The Avec Course is particularly popular with experienced skiers, while the sled hill provides fun for the whole family.

[Gangneung Baugil Section 5] Beach and Lake Road ([강릉 바우길 5구간] 바다 호숫길)

15381 2020-11-26

Sacheonjin-ri, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-645-0990

Gangneung Bau-gil Road is a 150-kilometer walking trail comprised of 10 courses including mountain ranges and coastal sections, including Baekdudaegan, Gyeongpo, and Jeongdongjin. “Bau” means “rock” in the Gangwon-do dialect. When the people of Gangwon-do refer to Gangwon-do in a friendly way, they call it “Gamjabau.” Like the name, Gangneung Bau-gil features human-friendly trekking courses through beautiful nature. By traveling on foot, people can enjoy the tranquil scene and the scent of pine trees from the forest that makes up almost 70% of the routes.

[Gangneung Baugil Section 5]
This 16 kilometer-long route along the coast includes tourist attractions such as Sacheonjin-ri Coastal Park, Gyeongpo Beach, Gyeongpo Lake, Heo Gyun and Heo Nanseolheon Memorial Park, and Namhangjin Beach. Collect shells near the beach, enjoy the view from the deck, and take a leisurely stroll on Korea's longest, most lush pine grove path. The lakeside road in Gyeongpo and the Chodang Solbat-gil (pine grove road) at Heo Gyun and Heo Nanseolheon Memorial Park make this a beloved trekking attraction.

Diveland (다이브랜드)

1556 2020-09-10

29, Bomokpo-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-10-8696-2187

Diveland is located in the pure waters off the southern coast of Jeju Island. Visitors can enjoy a variety of dive points, including the popular area around Munseom Island.

Paradise Casino Walker Hill (파라다이스 카지노 워커힐)

51098 2020-09-05

177, Walkerhill-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-1899-0700

Paradise Casino Walker Hill is a foreigner-exclusive casino operating inside Walker Hill Hotel, from where guests can enjoy a fine view of the Hangang River nearby. The casino is open 24 hours a day, all year round, and offers baccarat, blackjack, roulette, and tai-sai tables among others, and a variety of slot machines as well. The game tables are run by expert dealers, and staff members are fluent in many languages to serve the customers’ needs.

Paradise Casino Incheon Airport (파라다이스 카지노 인천공항점)

20357 2020-09-05

208, Yeongjonghaeannam-ro 321beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-729-3121

Paradise Casino Incheon Airport is a foreigner-exclusive casino located in Grand Hyatt Incheon. The casino features state-of-the-art interior and special heating and air-conditioning equipment to give off a forest effect while enjoying casino games. Available game types include blackjack, baccarat, roulette and other various table and card games, as well as about 40 slot machines.

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