Sangwonsa Temple (상원사(오대산))

18.6Km 18715 2021-12-06

1215-89, Odaesan-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-332-6666

Sangwonsa Temple is located 8 kilometers north of Woljeongsa Temple. The temple was built by Buddhist monk Ja Jang in the 12th year of Silla Queen Seondeok, and rebuilt in 705 during the 4th year of King Seongdeok's reign. It burned down in 1946, but was restored once again in 1947. The temple is home to the Bronze Bell of Sangwonsa (a National Treasure), the oldest bronze bell in the nation. The bell, built during the 24th year of King Seongdeok, has a x_height of 1.67 meters and a diameter of 91 centimeters with a beautiful, clear ring. Other relics at the temple include Statue of Child Manjusri, said to have been seen directly by King Sejo, as well as a tablet commending the rebuilding of Sangwonsa Temple, written by King Sejo. Gwangdaegeori, located at the temple entrance, is also connected with King Sejo through a story of his bathing in the pure mountain stream one day while visiting Sangwonsa Temple.

Music in PyeongChang (평창대관령음악제)

18.8Km 19123 2022-08-09

325, Solbong-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-33-240-1363

Music in PyeongChang is dedicated to inspire the audience with the passion for music and build a foundation for future musicians. The festival welcomes all who love music with a variety of music programs that take place among the beautiful nature of Gangwon-do.

Hoengseong National SoopCheWon (국립횡성숲체원)

18.8Km 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.

Alpensia Resort (알펜시아 리조트)

19.2Km 56756 2021-03-11

325, Solbong-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-339-0000

Alpensia Resort, located approx. 184 kilometers from Seoul in Daegwallyeong, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do, is a tourism & leisure complex open year round. The resort allows visitors to enjoy the area’s pristine natural beauty throughout each of the four seasons. The name "Alpensia" is a combination of the words "Alpen," (German for the Alps), "Asia," and "Fantasia;" together they reflect the resort’s scenic view of the "fantastic Alps of Asia."

The complex boasts a variety of super deluxe luxury accommodations and top-notch leisure facilities such as a 45-hole golf course, convention center, water park and ski slopes. The resort successfully hosted the IBU Biathlon World Cup Pyeongchang in 2008 and boasts excellent ski jump and biathlon facilities, a monorail, cross-country ski slopes, and a large stadium. After a hard day out on the slopes or golf course, visitors can head to the sky lounge, ecology learning center, or Retail Village shopping mall. The resort is also adjacent to many other tourist attractions such as Odaesan Mountain, Samyang Sheep Ranch, Korea Botanic Garden, Lee Hyo-Seok Memorial Hall, and Herbnara Farm.

Alpensia Casino (알펜시아 카지노)

19.3Km 12529 2020-08-18

325, Solbong-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-333-8828

Alpensia Casino is located in the beautiful natural environment of Alpensia Resort, an official venue of the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics. The casino is an international level casino open all year round and it has games such as Baccarat, Blackjack, Roulette, and Big Wheel, as well as slot machines.

Holiday Inn and Suites, Alpensia Pyeongchang (홀리데이인 알펜시아 평창 스위트)

19.3Km 31486 2020-05-29

325, Solbong-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-339-0000

Holiday Inn and Suites is a resort within Pyeongchang's ski paradise, the Alpensia Resort Village. Outstanding leisure facilities, cozy rooms, and attractive rates make it a top choice for family vacations, business workshops, group visits, and product presentations.

Alpensia Ski Resort (알펜시아리조트 스키장)

19.3Km 196771 2023-12-08

325 Solbong-ro, Daegwallyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Alpensia Ski Resort has six slopes for skiers and snowboarders to enjoy. Runs as long as 1.4 kilometers provide a dynamic experience for both beginners and experienced skiers and snowboarders. There is also an area exclusively for advanaced snowboarders to practice their skills. Alpensia is not just for winter enthusiasts; the year-round resort transforms the lower, Apron Area, of the mountain into a 100,000 ㎡ wild flower garden during summer months.

Holiday Inn Resort, Alpensia Pyeongchang (홀리데이인 알펜시아 평창 리조트)

19.3Km 30229 2020-06-01

325, Solbong-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-339-0000

Situated in Alpensia Peyongchang Resort in Daegwallyeong, Gangwon-do, the Holiday Inn Resort is a four-star, deluxe hotel with 214 rooms in the main building alone.

In addition to the main building, the hotel has a separate building where every room is equipped with high-end spa facilities, realizing the dream of a ‘combination hotel and spa.’ This annex is also connected to a conference center (Korea’s largest business facility), which comes equipped with a large banquet room, an audio system allowing for the simultaneous translation of up to 8 different languages, an auditorium, and 13 meeting rooms.

One of the major draws of the resort is the Alpensia Spa. Highly trained therapists at the luxury spa provide world-class spa treatments and massage programs including special programs such as ‘couple’s spa,’ ‘golf spa,’ and ‘spa for expectant mothers.’ Treatments are carried out in an elegant, sunlit room that mimics the ambience of an outdoor spa experience.

Intercontinental Alpensia Pyeongchang Resort (인터컨티넨탈 알펜시아 평창 리조트)

19.3Km 34902 2020-06-05

325, Solbong-ro, Daegwannyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-339-0000

Intercontinental Alpensia Pyeongchang Resort is a luxurious classical European-style alpine resort located 700 meters above sea level on a ridge of Taebaeksan Mountain. Surrounded by fascinating nature, the resort offers various leisure facilities such as Olympic Sky Park, Ocean 700 Water Park, a 27-hole golf course designed by the world-renowned golf course designer Robert Trent Jones, Jr., and an 18-hole public golf course.

The summer house also provides relaxation facilities including the luxurious Club Intercontinental Lounge, a children’s play room called ‘Planet Trackers’, and a day spa. A wellness center provides guests seeking relaxation with various therapies and programs. The luxurious CMA spa club offers seven spa suite rooms and an open-air Jacuzzi providing eco-nature therapy with great views of Daegwallyeong.

Guestrooms are decorated with a harmonious blend of modern, bright-colored furniture and traditional Korean-style furniture. Specially designed lighting adds a pleasant touch to the rooms.

Subsidiary facilities are a restaurant, wine bar/salon, and a lobby lounge. The restaurant, called Flavor, serves international dishes, while the wine bar serves quality wines. In the lobby lounge, guests can enjoy views of beautiful nature through floor-to-ceiling windows while listening to live classical music performances and sharing light fare such as sandwiches, pizza, tapas, wine, and coffee.

Yongpyong Resort Greenpia Condominium (용평리조트 그린피아콘도)

19.4Km 13502 2022-12-22

715, Olympic-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Yongpyong Resort Greenpia Condominium features a perfect resting area with an eco-friendly interior design based on a Bohemian-style concept. The stunning mountain scenery can be enjoyed from the guest rooms. Yongpyong Resort is well harmonized with the natural surroundings and is especially popular during winter.

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