Sansogui Chingu (농가맛집 산속의 친구)

17.0 Km 2334 2024-01-09

132-54 Deokjeon-gil, Buk-myeon, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do

Sansogui Chingu, which means "a friend in the mountains," is a recognized restaurant in Yeongwol that has earned the title "Nongga Matjip," which means Delicious Farmhouse Restaurant. It has the cozy ambience of a typical countryside tile-roofed farmhouse. The restaurant makes their own soybean and red pepper paste, which are stored in the numerous crocks seen by the restaurant building. The restaurant's signature menu is Gangwon Namul Bap (wild vegetable rice set menu). The appetizing wild vegetables such as fisher’s ragwort, cow parsnip, and thistle are seasoned with housemade soy sauce, pastes, and enzymes, giving a deep and rich taste that cannot be achieved with additives or store bought seasonings. Visitors can also purchase soybean paste, soy sauce, red chili paste, and rich soybean paste made in the traditional way.

Sugamgyegok Valley (숙암계곡)

17.8 Km 36650 2024-02-28

Danim-gil, Bukpyeong-myeon, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do

Sugamgyegok Valley, stretching 10 kilometers long, meanders around Sangwonsan and Gariwangsan Mountains. The roads flanking the valley are favored destinations for scenic drives. One of the valley's key features is the Sugamsaem Spring, known for its clear and cold water. Upstream, a 20-meter-tall waterfall stands as a prime attraction, complemented by the historical Sugamseowon Confucian Academy. The valley is lush and verdant in spring, transforming into a vibrant display of red fall colors in autumn. Visitors can follow the hiking trails to fully immerse themselves in the stunning scenery of the valley.

Cheongtaesan National Recreational Forest (국립 청태산자연휴양림)

18.0 Km 43517 2022-09-06

610, Cheongtaesan-ro, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-343-9707

The 1,200-meter-high Cheongtaesan Mountain is a mountain where planted and naturally growing trees flourish in harmony, creating dense forests that provide a habitat for woodland creatures. In the summer, the forest is a convenient stopover for vacationers headed for the East Coast and both children and adults can enjoy learning about the local ecology at the Forest Education Facility.

Yoseonjeong Pavilion & Yoseonam Rock (요선정·요선암)

18.1 Km 15898 2022-12-28

13-39, Dowonunhak-ro, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-370-2140

Yoseonjeong Pavilion is located in a valley with a clear stream water flowing below. Next to the pavilion is a large rock with the word Yoseonnam inscribed on it. During the Unified Silla period, there was a small hermitage where Yoseongjeong Pavilion stands today. The hermitage was frequented by monks Doyun and Jinghyo, who had founded Heungnyeongseonwon Temple on a foothill of Sajasan Mountain to teach the values and principles of Buddhism. Today, next to the pavilion is a small stone pagoda and a statue of seated Buddha.

Welli Hilli Park Snow Park (웰리힐리파크 스노우파크)

18.3 Km 50021 2023-12-27

451, Gowon-ro, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do

Opened in December 1995, Welli Hilli Park is a resort complex located over 48.6 million square meters around Sulibong Peak in Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do. The park is located in a region that often experiences heavy snow, providing the perfect skiing environment. Welli Hilli Park offers state-of-the-art facilities including gondolas that are able to transport 20,000 skiers per hour, and an automatic snow-management system. Guests are assured of a pleasant experience thanks to the efforts of the resort's customer satisfaction team.

Welli Hilli Snow Park offers a total of 20 slopes, including seven internationally certified slopes. The snow park is especially popular among snowboarders and was the first ski resort in Asia to host the World Snowboard Championships in 2009. Snowboarders can use the large-scale half-pipe and fun park, while skiiers enjoy the mogul course. Outside of the winter ski season, guests can enjoy golfing at the public greens.

Welli Hilli Park (웰리힐리파크)

18.3 Km 12200 2021-06-18

451, Gowon-ro, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-1544-8833

Welli Hilli Park is a year-round recreational complex located in the area of Sulibong Peak in Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do, covering an area of 4,860,000 square meters. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Cheongtaesan Recreational Forest, Supchaewon Garden, Chiaksan National Park, and other unpolluted nature areas, the resort offers 3 types of youth hostels, and 16 types of condo rooms.

Baengnyongdonggul Cave-Gangwon Paleozoic Geopark (백룡동굴-강원고생대 국가지질공원)

19.2 Km 13092 2020-06-10

63, Munhui-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-560-2379

Baengnyongdonggul Cave is a 1.8㎞-long, natural limestone cave located in Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do. The cave entrance is located 10-15㎞ above sea level, and is surrounded by rocks. In 1976, local residents expanded a small lane in the middle of the main cave corridor to allow for easier exploration. Since then, the cave has continued to be explored and researched with great value for geologists. The cave was designated Natural Monument No. 260 in 1979.

Jeonggangwon - Traditional Korean Food Culture Experience Center (정강원 (한국전통음식문화체험관))

19.3 Km 28797 2020-06-29

2010-13, Geumdanggyegok-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-333-1011

Jeonggangwon - Traditional Korean Food Culture Experience Center was established in order to preserve, research, distribute and promote the values and merits of traditional Korean food culture in the world. There are various hands-on facilities for traditional food culture such as an exhibition hall, cooking room, and a fermentation room. The center is a great place for anyone who wants to learn more about traditional Korean food culture and take part in various experiences.

Youngwol Y Park (젊은달와이파크)

19.3 Km 1 2024-01-09

1467-9 Songhakjucheon-ro, Jucheon-myeon, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do

Youngwol Y Park is a complex art space that recreated the Sulsaem Museum, which opened in 2014, into a regeneration space that combines contemporary works of art, museums, and workshops. This newly created contemporary art space was planned by sculptor Choi Ok-yeung. Located in Jucheon-myeon’s untouched beautiful nature, the space is composed of Red Bamboo, Red Pavilion, and Jupiter, which are works using the signature red color of Choi Ok-yeung. The artist designed the space according to various themes, such as life, space, and regeneration, intending to evoking various feelings within visitors through viewing and experience. It is a huge art museum and land art space divided into 11 landscapes, and it's worth taking the time to look around slowly.

Hoengseong National SoopCheWon (국립횡성숲체원)

19.3 Km 46950 2023-12-07

777 Cheongtaesan-ro, Dunnae-myeon, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do

Hoengseong National SoopCheWon is located 850 meters above sea level on Cheongtaesan Mountain. It is Korea's first national forest education center to be opened and operated by the Korea Forest Welfare Institute. Follow the Neulsolgil trail along the nut pine trees to reach the Forest Healing Center to experience the wellness programs available for visitors of all ages. Visitors can also enjoy nature to the fullest by catching glimpses of small wild animals like squirrels and pine cones among the trees. There's also a creek by the birch forest and a walking deck suited for visitors of all ages and wheelchair users.

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