Yeoncheon Paleolithic Festival (연천 구석기축제)

16.5 Km 18566 2023-04-13

1510, Yangyeon-ro, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do
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The Yeoncheon Paleolithic Festival takes place in Jeongok-ri in Yeoncheon, where relics of the Paleolithic Age still exist. This festival explores Korea's paleolithic history through games and educational programs to provide a great opportunity for international visitors to discover Korea’s prehistoric cultures. Moreover, this festival is a great event for families, since children can learn about paleolithic cultures, farming village lifestyles, and take part in traditional cultural programs.

Hantangang Tourist Area Auto Campground (한탄강관광지 오토캠핑장)

16.5 Km 0 2024-02-06

76 Seonsa-ro, Jeongok-eup, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do

The Hantangang Tourist Area Auto Campground stands as Korea's first camping facility that aligns with international standards, offering caravans, cabin houses, and an auto campground. The site is well-equipped with amenities like a convenience store, sink and table rooms, shower facilities, recycling areas, and play areas for children. Visitors can relish the stunning vistas of the Hantangang River and engage in a range of recreational activities, including ATV riding, kayaking, and rafting.

Jeongok Prehistory Musuem (전곡선사박물관)

16.7 Km 45219 2023-03-07

2 , Pyeonghwa-ro 443beon-gil, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Jeongok Prehistory Museum is a relics museum built in the Paleolithic ruins of Jeongok-ri, a historical site that rewrote the history of Paleolithic research in the world with the discovery of the first Acheulean hand ax in East Asia. Centered on Paleolithic relics such as an Acheulean hand ax excavated from the Jeongok-ri Paleolithic site, the exhibition space is composed of relics of various themes to systematically understand human evolution and Paleolithic culture.

Yeoncheon World Camping Experience Zone [Korea Quality] / 연천세계캠핑체험존(펜션) [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

16.8 Km 3 2021-03-29

123, Seonsa-ro, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-835-7100

Yeoncheon World Camping Experience Zone is a pension-type accommodation located in Hantangang Tourist Complex, in Jeongok-eup, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do. It is separated into Imjin Pension Area and Hantan Pension Area by road. The former has 5 buildings, the 1st, 2nd, and the 3rd being a 4-person unit, the 4th being a 6-person unit, and the 5th being an 8-person unit. The 4th is the only two-story building in the complex. Hantan Pension Area likewise has 5 two-story buildings with the same arrangements. 4-person units have 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom each, while the 6-person and 8-person units have two bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. All buildings have a detached outdoor deck, outdoor table, and parking spaces. 4-person and 6-person units have one parking spot each, while the 8-person units have two. Cooking utensils and kitchen equipment are available in the unit, but guests must bring their own toiletries. Up to two reservations per day can be placed by one person. There are multiple discounts available, such as regional resident discounts and multiple-children family discounts. The swimming pool is open in July and August only.

Hantangang Keunjip (한탄강큰집)

17.1 Km 22440 2024-03-18

175 Seonsa-ro, Jeongok-eup, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Hantangang Keunjip, a beloved local restaurant, offers Korean cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Its delectable signature dishes include jangeo gui (grilled eel), minmul maeuntang (spicy freshwater fish stew), and neungi baeksuk (whole chicken soup with shingled hedgehog). For baeksuk (whole chicken soup), there's an option to substitute chicken with duck. In the minmul maeuntang, diners can choose from mandarin fish, Korean bullhead, catfish, and hairy crab. The restaurant prides itself on using fresh vegetables grown in its own nearby fields for the side dishes.

Gamaksan Mountain (Paju) [감악산(파주)]

18.1 Km 32188 2024-02-29

48, Gamgol-gil, Jeokseong-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-940-4612

Gamaksan Mountain is popular for its easy-to-climb trails and beautiful scenery. It is home to a suspension bridge 150 m in length, Beomnyunsa Temple, and Ungyepokpo Falls. Paju’s city center can be seen from the summit at a glance. On clear days, one can even see the area around the Military Demarcation Line beyond Imjingang River to the north.

Joseon Wangga [Korea Quality] / 농업회사법인 조선왕가 주식회사 [한국관광 품질인증]

18.7 Km 330 2020-12-10

339-9, Hyeonmun-ro, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-10-5316-7288

Joseon Wangga is a museum hotel built on the basis of Yeomgeundang, an old house of Lee Geun who is the grandson of Emperor Gojong. Yeomgeundang was constructed in 1807 and was moved from Jongno-gu, Seoul, to Yeoncheon, Gyeonggi-do to keep the architectural heritage of the traditional royal family of Korea. After 5 months of dismantling work, all the roof tiles, crossbeam, rafters, pillars, foundation stones, stylobate stones, terrace stones, etc. were moved to the current place and Joseon Wangga was completed by reassembling the house for 27 months. As a result, the hidden royal house was turned into an open space for everyone to stay and experience. Staying at the royal house is the same as experiencing the culture of the royal family. There are 15 rooms in total and all the rooms are equipped with bathroom, air conditioner, refrigerator, etc. Smoke therapy and making herbal soaps are offered as experiencing programs. A tea ceremony set is prepared in the room, and paid breakfast of Eosuri Bap (Rice mixed with cow parsnip) can be served if a reservation is made in advance. The house can be rented as a place of traditional wedding or workshop. In the garden of the hotel are a small pond and a trail well tended for a rest in nature. Together with the traditional style hotel, 15 sets of royal cabana, a glamping facility, are operated for luxurious camping.

Goryeo Seolleongtang Haejangguk (고려설렁탕해장국)

19.1 Km 25375 2024-02-23

5 Chodae-ro, Cheongsan-myeon, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Located in Yeoncheon, Goryeo Seolleongtang Haejangguk is renowned for its seolleongtang (ox bone soup) and haejangguk (hangover soup). Catering to a wide range of tastes, it is a favorite among all age groups, from children to the elderly, for its healthful offerings. The signature dishes include hot stone pot rice and ox bone soup. The ox bone broth, meticulously prepared with fresh ingredients, combines high-quality beef brisket to create a light, yet richly umami flavor.

Yulgok Arboretum (율곡수목원)

19.6 Km 0 2023-02-02

392, Jangseungbaegi-ro, Papyeong-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Yulgok Arboretum was established for the preservation, proliferation, and exhibition of plant genetic resources, and provides a variety of resort services related to forest culture for citizens. It features a four seasons garden, conifers garden, rock garden, fruit tree garden, Saimdang Forest, and many other beautiful venues, and also offers diverse forest experiences. It also provides a forest experience program for infants and toddlers as well as a forest healing program in which people of all ages and genders may participate. The Dulle Trail surrounding the arboretum runs some 5 kilometers in length and exudes diverse views from its observatory, pine scent path, and Munbawi Rock. From the arboretum, you will be able to see the Imjingang River to the north and great mountains such as Papyeongsan and Gamaksan to the east. It is possible to tour the historical sites of Yulgok Yi I and Hwang Hui as well since they are close by.

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