Paldangho Lake (팔당호)

3.6 Km 10349 2021-05-25

Namjong-myeon, Gwangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-760-2000

Paldangho, a man-made lake, lies beside the townships of Toechon-myeon and Namjong-myeon in Gwangju-si, Gyeonggi-do. Completed in 1973, this reservoir stores approximately 250 million tons of water, which is supplied to the Seoul and Gyeonggi regions. It is also one of Gwangju's tourist attractions, offering an inspiring view and a scenic lakeside drive. Don’t miss a stop at the Paldang Observatory for a breathtaking view of Paldangho Lake.

Sujongsa Temple (수종사)

3.8 Km 46276 2023-06-22

186, Bukhangang-ro 433beon-gil, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-576-8411

Sujongsa Temple is a branch temple of Bongseonsa Temple, located near the top of Ungilsan Mountain. Amazing views from Sujongsa Temple include various mountaintops and the Bukhangang River. While records are not entirely clear, it is believed that the temple was built in 1439 during the Joseon period. The temple went through many reconstructions and expansions, but ultimately was entirely destroyed during the Korean War. In 1975, Monk Hyegwang began reconstructing the temple, starting with Daeungbojeon Hall and slowly expanded the temple site subsequently.

Arachnopia Ecological Arboretum (JooPil Spider Museum) (아라크노피아 생태수목원·주필거미박물관)

3.8 Km 16319 2021-06-18

316, Ungilsan-ro, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-576-7908

The JooPil Spider Museum was founded on September 1, 1985 by Dr. Kim Ju-pil, who traveled around the world to collect and study spiders. The museum aims to be a fundamental education center for students by offering them various hands-on scientific activities. The main building has a collection of spiders and insects from around the world. The annex exhibits rare minerals from around the world as well as microscopes to show the dissection of spiders. The museum has a total of approximately 220,000 spider samples from more than 5,000 species.

Café Story (카페스토리)

5.8 Km 0 2024-02-21

74-65 Paldang-ro 81beon-gil, Wabu-eup, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Café Story is a dining café with an outdoor terrace that overlooks Paldangho Lake. Their signature dish, black garlic seafood cream pasta, complements a diverse menu that includes pasta, pizza, steak, and various café options. With an accompanying dog park, it's an ideal spot for visitors to enjoy with their furry friends.

White Spring (화이트스프링)

6.6 Km 22792 2024-02-21

19 Gyeonggang-ro 849beon-gil, Wabu-eup, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
031-521-7777

White Spring is a large brunch café operated by a chef with a background in hotels. Their signature dish is eggs benedict. They also serve a Korean menu item, gangdoenjang bibimbap (seasoned soybean paste bibimbap), providing a hearty meal option. Ordering a meal includes a discount on americano coffee. Its proximity to the Hangang River makes it a popular spot for drives just outside Seoul.

Starfield Hanam (스타필드 하남)

7.0 Km 36279 2020-05-05

750, Misa-daero, Hanam-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-1833-9001

Starfield Hanam is a grand shopping mall that provides the experience of shopping, leisure, and healing all in one place. A mere 30 minutes-drive from Gangnam, Starfield Hanam is the perfect location for family outings.