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Seolmaejae Recreational Forest (설매재자연휴양림)

12.3 Km    46866     2020-12-03

510, Yongcheon-ro, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-774-6959

Seolmaejae Recreational Forest is located around Seolmaejae Pass, named for the apricot blossoms ('mae') that would bloom in the snow ('seol')-filled pass ('jae'). The forest is only an hour's drive out of Seoul, making it easily accessible for people looking to escape the city. The forest offers sections of pine trees, maple trees, royal azalea, and more beautiful flora, all visible along the various hiking paths. The park also connects with Yumyeongsan and Yongmunsan Mountains, and is close to Yongcheongyegok and Yumyeongsan Valleys.

Sujongsa Temple (수종사)

Sujongsa Temple (수종사)

12.3 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.

Baegunbong Peak (백운봉)

Baegunbong Peak (백운봉)

13.1 Km    16430     2018-07-07

Yeonsu-ri, Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-773-5101

Baegunbong (alt. 940m) is a sharp pointed peak that sits on the border between Yangpyeong-eup and Okcheon-myeon in Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do Province. It is the highest of the peaks along the southern ridge of Yongmunsan Mountain (alt. 1,157m). The two most popular hiking trails along Baegunbong start at Yeonsu-ri in Yongmun-myeon and offer a relatively short hike to the summit.

Yumyeongsan Mountain (유명산)

Yumyeongsan Mountain (유명산)

13.3 Km    33207     2018-07-05

Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun & Seorak-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-582-8830

Originally, no name was given to this mountain on topographical maps. But in 1973, when the Empor Alpine Club reached the mountain during a hike across the nation, the club members named it after Jin Yu-myeong, a member of the expedition. On old maps, the mountain had been called Mayusan Mountain because of the horses raised in the area, but today it is more widely known as Yumyeongsan Mountain. The trail that starts from Yangpyeong leads to an expansive and open grassland. The hiking trails are also connected to those of Mount Daebusan and Mount Sogunisan. On the summit, there is a pile of stones, and the view from the top is splendid.

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

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

13.3 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.

Mijin Memil Maeul (미진메밀마을)

13.5 Km    4435     2024-02-23

783-1 Bukhangang-ro, Seojong-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Mijin Memil Maeul is a restaurant specializing in a variety of buckwheat-based dishes, using buckwheat produced in Korea. Some of its key menu items include memil mulmakguksu (cold buckwheat noodles) and memil bibim makguksu (spicy buckwheat noodles). Patrons can also enjoy memil mandu (buckwheat mandu) or memil jeonbyeong (buckwheat crepe) as side dishes to complement the noodles.

Yangpyeong 5PM  [Korea Quality]양평 오후다섯시[한국관광 품질인증]

Yangpyeong 5PM [Korea Quality]양평 오후다섯시[한국관광 품질인증]

13.5 Km    0     2023-05-23

51 , Bulgokbucheoul-gil, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-507-1372-4624

STAY 5PM is a well-kept hanok stay in a quiet rural village in Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi-do, which derives its name from the best time to watch the western sky from the house as the sun begins to go down. The house is carefully insulated and stays warm and cozy year-round. In the yard is a table and a fireplace for evening barbecues. Guests seeking to explore local nature should not miss the panoramic views of Namhangang River from Ipobo Observatory, the walking trails of Pasaseong Fortress, or the wild flowers that fill the landscape of Dangnangri Island.

Youngeun Museum of Contemporary Art (영은미술관)

14.6 Km    12671     2021-02-10

300, Cheongseok-ro, Gwangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-761-0137

Youngeun Museum was established in November 2000 in the natural forests of Gwangju, Gyeonggi-do. The museum is largely composed of two sections: an art museum and a studio.

Youngeun Museum is considered a museum of contemporary art as it focuses on the research, preservation, and exhibition of modern art works. It is the first museum of its kind to also operate studio space for artists and has consequently received praise in the art world as a forward-thinking museum.

Thanks to the museum’s focus on creating new works of art, the museum has become a gathering place where artists, writers, critics, and the general public can interact with one another and appreciate the art-making process.

Visitors can engage in various forms of art at the Youngeun Museum, ranging from plastic arts to performing arts. There are also educational programs that allow guests to watch or even experience how art is made. By providing these innovative programs, Youngeun Museum aims to spread art among the masses.

Eobigyegok Valley (어비계곡)

Eobigyegok Valley (어비계곡)

14.7 Km    59396     2024-02-29

Gail-ri, Seorak-myeon, Gapyeong-gun Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-580-2114

Eobigyegok Valley, originating from Eobisan Mountain, is aptly named 'Eobi' ('flying fish') as visitors can often witness fish leaping from the valley's crystal-clear waters. The constructed walkway, meandering alongside fountains and through valleys, provides stunning scenic views. In winter, the valley transforms as a 25-meter natural ice wall forms around the palgakjeong pavilion, offering a breathtaking spectacle. Nearby attractions such as Yumyeongsan Mountain, Chorongi Dungjimaeul Village, and the Edelweiss Swiss Theme Park also offer unique experiences and are definitely worth a visit.

Geomdansan Mountain (검단산)

Geomdansan Mountain (검단산)

14.8 Km    28863     2021-08-17

Cheonhyeong-dong, Hanam-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-790-6341

Geomdansan Mountain (alt. 657 m) is one of the major mountains in Hanam. During the Baekje period, it was a sacred mountain where the kings would offer ceremonial services to the gods. From the summit, one can get a great view of Yangsuri, where the Namhangang River and Bukhangang River meet, as well as Hanam, Seoul, Yangpyeong, and Paldangho Lake area.

Due to its proximity to the Seoul Metropolitan Area, it is a popular day trip course. Getting there is easy and the hiking trails, which are not too difficult, are well maintained. From the summit, one can get a great view of Bukhansan Mountain and Dobongsan Mountain in the distance. Hikers can also see Paldang Dam to the east, Yongmasan Mountain to the south, and the Jungbu Expressway to the west.