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Daeseong-ri National Tourist Site (대성리 국민관광지)

Daeseong-ri National Tourist Site (대성리 국민관광지)

8.5Km    2024-02-19

601-1 Daeseong-ri, Cheongpyeong-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Daeseong-ri National Tourist Site, nestled along the Bukhangang River, is a recreational area that offers walking trails, picnic areas, campgrounds, and forest paths. A highlight of the area is the Daeseong-ri Bukhangang Cherry Blossom Street, located between the Bukhangang River and the Daeseong-ri National Tourist Site. This street is renowned for its spectacular cherry blossoms that bloom every April, attracting numerous visitors for cherry blossom viewing. Additionally, the area is equipped with various water leisure facilities, offering visitors an opportunity to enjoy a range of water-based activities.

Seohuri Forest (서후리숲)

Seohuri Forest (서후리숲)

8.5Km    2024-10-21

200 Geobukbawi 1-gil, Seojong-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Seohuri Forest opened in 2014 with beautiful nature. The forest is comprised of a variety of tree species in different clusters, including pine nut, maple, metasequia, ginkgo, birch, and more. The forest features two walking paths, each taking around 30 minutes to complete.

Dumulmeori Lotus Hotdog (두물머리연핫도그)

Dumulmeori Lotus Hotdog (두물머리연핫도그)

8.5Km    2024-03-21

103-8 Dumulmeori-gil, Yangseo-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Dumulmeori Lotus Hotdog is a famous snack that everyone who visits Dumulmeori must try at least once. Lotus leaves are added to the dough to give the buns a light green color inside. Crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, its addictive taste is the secret to its popularity. Exploring Dumulmeori can leave one hungry, but a big hot dog will fill one's stomach. The shop offers both mild and spicy flavors.

Uniqlo - Namyangju Hwado Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 남양주화도)

Uniqlo - Namyangju Hwado Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 남양주화도)

8.5Km    2024-06-26

1637, Gyeongchun-ro, Hwado-eup, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Olive Young - Namyangju Hwado Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 남양주화도점)

8.5Km    2024-06-27

1637, Gyeongchun-ro, Hwado-eup, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Yangpyeong Dumulmeori (양평 두물머리)

Yangpyeong Dumulmeori (양평 두물머리)

8.6Km    2025-06-18

145 Dumulmeori-gil, Yangseo-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-775-8700

Dumulmeori literally means "two heads of water," and refers to the place where the Bukhangang River and Namhangang River meet. The dock for an ancient-style ferry and weeping willows add to the rustic beauty of this area. Another attraction at this site is the three 400-year-old Zelkova trees that appear as one giant tree. A privately owned attraction, Dumulmeori remains a popular site for shooting Korean TV dramas, movies, commercials, wedding pictures as well as nature pictures.

Daesung Water Leports (대성수상레저)

Daesung Water Leports (대성수상레저)

8.7Km    2022-10-17

14 , Daeseonggangbyeon-gil, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-584-3119

Daeseong Water Leports is a private water sports specialty business located in Daeseong-ri that offers a variety of enjoyable programs that include water skiing, motorboating, wakeboarding, banana boating, an excursion ferry, and paddle boats.

They also provide several other conveniences such as a restaurant, series of bungalows, a convenience stand, a sporting field, camping grounds, and a large cherry tree forest. The clean and clear waters of the Bukhangang River makes the perfect place for an outing or large social gatherings and events.

Giwajip Sundubu (기와집순두부)

8.8Km    2024-02-16

133 Bukhangang-ro, Joan-myeon, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
031-576-9009

Giwajip Sundubu is a soft bean curd specialty restaurant housed in a hanok, offering an authentic traditional atmosphere. The bean curd is made using only natural broth and 100% Korean-grown soybeans, without any chemical additives. This traditional method produces bean curd with a rich, deep flavor and a savory taste. Fresh soft bean curd is made regularly, allowing diners to enjoy freshly scooped, warm, and soft bean curd as part of their meal.

Jungmisan Recreational Forest (중미산자연휴양림)

Jungmisan Recreational Forest (중미산자연휴양림)

10.0Km    2022-09-07

1152, Jungmisan-ro, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-771-7166

Jungmisan Recreational Forest unfolds at the end of a lovely drive along the famous Nongdachigogae Road, the highest ridge road in the vicinity of Seoul. The forest boasts a striking landscape of thick groves of trees and a view overlooking the Namhangang River. During some mornings, the forest’s log cabins are veiled by a thick fog, further adding to the beautiful natural ambience.

Rising 834 meters above sea level, Jungmisan Mountain is a popular sunrise destination frequented by throngs of hikers every year. Thick forests of pine trees create a rooftop of branches from spring to fall. Being surrounded by the tall mountains of Baegunsan, Yumyeongsan, and Yongmunsan, Jungmisan Mountain feels like it is in the inner mountainous region of Gangwon-do, although it is close to Seoul.

The forest has log cabins that can accommodate groups of 4 to 10 people as well as campsites that complement the surrounding natural environment. Visitors can enjoy a comfortable walk through the trees on a trail that winds through the heart of the forest.

Jungmisan Observatory (중미산 천문대)

Jungmisan Observatory (중미산 천문대)

10.2Km    2021-06-15

1268, Jungmisan-ro, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-10-7244-3498

Situated only 40 minute's drive from Seoul, the Jungmisan Observatory is nestled within Jungmisan Recreational Forest 437 kilometers above sea level. In addition to the beautiful natural scenery, the main draw of this particular location is that there is no other place near Seoul as this forest where one can get an excellent view of the night sky. From Seoul, one might expect to see about three stars on a good day, while at the Jungmisan Observatory one can typically observe over 3,000 stars.

Jungmisan Observatory provides an experiential learning center that offers astronomy programs for children, including preschoolers. Children can gain a deeper understanding of space and basic astronomy through various programs, such as stargazing. In addition to the astronomy programs, the observatory also offers forest bathing, forest ecology, and insect learning programs along with the nearby recreational forest.