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Jarasum Jazz Festival (자라섬재즈페스티벌)

Jarasum Jazz Festival (자라섬재즈페스티벌)

0m    57101     2023-05-24

1-1, Daljeon-ri, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-31-581-2813~4

The Jarasum International Jazz Festival is held every October on the beautiful Jaraseom Island in Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do. During the festival, world-famous jazz artists come together to delight audiences with the smooth vibes of live jazz.

As a Green Life Honorary Ambassador, the festival is also passionate about environmental protection. In order to share the external growth with the community, the festival holds Gapyeong Band Contest, publishes Gapyeong Restaurant Guidebook, and produces Jazz Makgeolli and Jazz Wine made from the region’s produce.

Nami Island (남이섬)

Nami Island (남이섬)

1.1 Km    1227369     2023-05-22

1, Namiseom-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
+82-31-580-8114

Nami Island, with the concept of “Fairy Tale Village and Song Village,” provides various cultural events, concerts, exhibitions, and more to give children dreams and hopes, couples' love and memories, and artists a space for creativity. Tourists can enjoy facilities including Song Museum, Picture Book Playground, MICE Center, and various activities such as Charity Train, Story Tour Bus, Bicycle, etc. Restaurants provide delicious food with carefully selected local ingredients and Hotel Jeonggwanru has themed accommodations.

Snow Café (스노우까페)

1.2 Km    0     2022-10-05

1024, Bukhangangbyeon-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-581-5701

An art shop café with the theme of Nami Island's Snowman. Customers can enjoy fresh coffee, gelato, and other varieties.

Jaraseom Island Auto Campground (자라섬오토캠핑장)

1.7 Km    140606     2023-10-04

60, Jaraseom-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-8078-8028

Jaraseom Island Auto Campground has been in operation since 2008 with the hosting of the Gapyeong International Camping Caravan Competition. The campground is highly rated as the best campground in the Seoul metropolitan area, offering outstanding natural views of the Bukhangang River, and eco-friendly facilities. Guests can stay in mobile homes, caravans, or at the auto-camping site. Amenities include public cooking areas, restrooms, shower booths, and laundry machines. The campground operates under a reservation basis, accepted over the phone or online. Nearby attractions include Nine Forest Ehwawon, a filming site for the drama "Iris (2009)," and the venue for the Jarasum International Jazz Festival, taking place every October.

Jarasum Island (자라섬)

Jarasum Island (자라섬)

1.7 Km    33270     2024-02-14

60 Jaraseom-ro, Gapyeong-eup, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-580-4632

Jarasum Island takes its name from its view of a hill resembling a terrapin, "jara" in Korean. Comprising four smaller isles—Dongdo, Seodo, Jungdo, and Namdo—the island is being developed with leisure and ecological park amenities. Jungdo features a sprawling cultural park, centered around a lush grassy plaza that spans over 100 meters in diameter. Meanwhile, the west end of the Jarasum Campground is home to Ehwawon, a park designed to immerse visitors in natural ecology. Beyond its renown as a prime camping destination, Jarasum Island has also gained fame for hosting the Jarasum International Jazz Festival annually since 2004.

Nine Forest Ewhawon (나인포레스트 이화원)

Nine Forest Ewhawon (나인포레스트 이화원)

1.7 Km    24873     2021-08-13

64, Jaraseom-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-581-0228

Located on Jaraseom Island, Nine Forest Ewhawon was renewed in 2015. The garden spans over an area of 33,000 square meters with a 1,090 square meter butterfly ecology center, making it the largest butterfly park in the world. The park offers live butterflies and butterfly specimens all year long through the use of a greenhouse. Visitors can look at exhibitions and learn about butterflies and plants with detailed explanations from professional guides. Jaraseom Island also offers camping sites and hosts various festivals.

Jeong Gwan Ru (Annex Condo)[Korea Quality] / 호텔정관루별관(콘도별장)[한국관광 품질인증]

Jeong Gwan Ru (Annex Condo)[Korea Quality] / 호텔정관루별관(콘도별장)[한국관광 품질인증]

1.8 Km    1232     2024-01-19

1 , Namiseom-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
+82-31-580-8004

Jeong Gwan Ru is the only accommodation available on Nami Island, located in Chuncheon, Gangwon-do. During your stay on Nami Island, you can enjoy the starry night skies, wet fog that blankets the island in the morning, and peaceful walks around the island. Essentially, Jeong Gwan Ru consists of the main building and an annex, and the annex extending along the west bank of Nami Island consists of condo-type villas. Jeong Gwan Ru provides pickup services and has a clean zone to ensure hygiene and cleanliness. 

Jeong Gwan Ru (Main Condo)[Korea Quality] / 호텔정관루본관[한국관광 품질인증]

Jeong Gwan Ru (Main Condo)[Korea Quality] / 호텔정관루본관[한국관광 품질인증]

1.8 Km    23411     2024-01-19

1 , Namiseom-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
+82-31-580-8000

Jeong Gwan Ru is the only accommodation on Nami Island in Chuncheon, Gangwon-do. During your stay on Nami Island, you can enjoy the starry night skies, wet fog that blankets the island in the morning, and peaceful walks around the island. Essentially, Jeong Gwan Ru consists of the main building and an annex. The main building, Jeong Gwan Jae, is an illustration art hotel decorated with works that have won Nami Concours awards and artworks by internationally recognized artists. There are 44 guest rooms available, among which you can choose ondol (underfloor heated) rooms or rooms with beds.

Gomok (고목)

1.8 Km    321     2022-09-20

1 , Namiseom-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
+82-31-580-8053

A casual dining restaurant in the woods, that serves brunch and refreshments. Enjoy a cup of coffee in a comfortable setting. Enjoy your meal indoors with your pets at Gomok Restaurant.