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Pocheon Herb Island (포천 허브아일랜드)

Pocheon Herb Island (포천 허브아일랜드)

16.5 Km    113489     2024-03-06

51, Cheongsin-ro 947beon-gil, Sinbuk-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-535-6494

Herb Island is an arboretum themed after the Mediterranean. From the Venice Village, inspired by Venice, to the Herb Plant Museum, one of the largest of its kind in Korea, outdoor garden, Herb Healing Center, and cafés and restaurants, it has a variety of amenities and facilities for visitors. It also hosts diverse events like the Lavender Festival and the Light Festival. Nearby tourist sites include Soyosan Mountain, Dongducheon Recreational Forest, and Pocheon Art Valley.

Herb Island Light Festival (허브아일랜드 불빛동화축제)

Herb Island Light Festival (허브아일랜드 불빛동화축제)

16.5 Km    296893     2023-05-25

35, Cheongsin-ro 947beon-gil, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
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Herb Island Light Festival features a romantic ambiance created by splendid lighting displays. The festival is a spectacular evening event that entertains visitors year-round with aromatic herbs from spring to fall, and even more light decorations in winter.

Sinbuk Resort Spring Fall (신북리조트 스프링폴)

Sinbuk Resort Spring Fall (신북리조트 스프링폴)

16.5 Km    24933     2020-06-02

571, Cheongsin-ro, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-536-5025

Sinbuk Hot Springs, the only sodium bicarbonate hot springs in the metropolitan area is located amidst beautiful streams and forests. The hot spring water comes from 600 meters underground creating a soft and smooth texture which helps with anti-aging and general skin care. Along with the hot springs bath, saunas were built as well as a resting area that attracts a diverse clientele.

The Neulbom (더늘봄)

The Neulbom (더늘봄)

16.5 Km    22707     2020-01-09

1845, Geumgang-ro, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-572-4447

The owner of The Neulbom is able to distinguish the quality of meat just by looking at the color, based on 20-years of experience in wholesale of livestock products. With this ability, the restaurant is able to offer the highest quality of meat as a strict rule to obtain soft and better taste.

Touist attractions Gwangneung Forest and Bears Town are located just 5 minutes and 15 minutes away respectively. Ildong Yuhwang Oncheon is also just 20 minutes away.

Paju Historical Site Related to Yi I (파주이이유적)

Paju Historical Site Related to Yi I (파주이이유적)

16.6 Km    13489     2021-12-10

204, Jaunseowon-ro, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-958-1749

Paju Historical Site Related to Yi I is dedicated to a great scholar of the mid-Joseon dynasty. He was born to Lee Wonsu and Shin Saimdang in 1536. He passed Saengwonsi, a type of preliminary exam in 1564 (the 9th year of King Myeongjong), and another 9 exams so he was called Gudo Jangwongong. He served in key positions. He is thought to be one of the top two scholars along with Yi Hwang.
Jaunseowon Confucian Academy is home to the tablets of Yulgok Yi I and his family’s graveyard, located at the foot of Jaunsan Mountain. Jaunseowon Monument and Memorial Stone of Yi I Scholar are located here as well. Yulgok Memorial Hall displays his goods, and his biography. In February 2013, Jaunseowon Confucian Academy and the tombs of Yulgok Yi I and his mother Shin Saimdang were individually designated as Gyeonggi-do Cultural Assets, but the whole area as a whole is a designated National Historic Site under the name Historic Site related to Yi I.

Ilyoung Bonjour (일영봉주르)

Ilyoung Bonjour (일영봉주르)

16.8 Km    0     2024-02-22

248 Yuwonji-ro, Jangheung-myeon, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Ilyoung Bonjour is a restaurant located by a valley, offering an ideal setting to enjoy both a meal and water activities. Its key menu item is hanbang dakbaeksuk (whole chicken soup with medicinal herbs). It is served as a set menu that includes samgyeopsal (grilled pork belly), haemul pajeon (seafood pancake), and dotorimuk (acorn jelly salad). Amenities include an indoor swimming pool, a valley side for a refreshing dip, and a foot volleyball court. The water facilities are complimentary for guests who order a meal.

Olive Young - Namyangju Janghyeon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 남양주장현점)

17.0 Km    0     2024-06-26

77, Janghyeon-ro, Jinjeop-eup, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Homeplus - Namyangju Jinjeop Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 남양주진접)

17.2 Km    0     2024-04-23

1447, Geumgang-ro, Jinjeop-eup, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Himart - Sanggye Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 상계점)

17.4 Km    0     2024-04-19

1641, Dongil-ro, Nowon-gu, Seoul

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Goryeo Seolleongtang Haejangguk (고려설렁탕해장국)

Goryeo Seolleongtang Haejangguk (고려설렁탕해장국)

17.6 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.