Ojukheon House (강릉 오죽헌)

13.3Km 2024-05-24

24 Yulgok-ro 3139beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-660-3301

Ojukheon House was where Yi I (penname Yulgok; scholar and politician of the Joseon Period) was born. It was built during the early Joseon dynasty and was designated as a Treasure in 1963 for its historical value.

Inside the house is Mongryongsil, where Yi I was born. The household complex also features the household shrine (Munseongsa), the sarangchae (men's quarters), Eojaegak Pavilion, Yulgok Memorial Hall, and Gangneung Municipal Museum. Since 1961, the city of Gangneung has held a memorial ceremony at Yulgok Memorial Hall from October 25 to 26.

ARTE Museum Valley Gangneung (아르떼뮤지엄 강릉)

13.3Km 2024-05-23

131 Nanseolheon-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

ARTE Museum Valley Gangneung, located by Gyeongpo Lake, is the third immersive media art exhibition presented by d’strict, a digital media design company. There are twelve media art exhibitions centered on the theme “Valley” to reflect the regional characteristics of Gangwon State and Gangneung, the center of the Baekdu Mountain Range. The works produced under the theme of “Eternal Nature” have vibrant visuals, sensual sounds, and elegant fragrance adding to the entire experience.

Solhyang Myeongpum Shop [Tax Refund Shop] (솔향명품SHOP)

13.3Km 2024-04-22

24, Yulgok-ro 3139beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

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Ojukheon Evening Performance (오죽헌야간상설공연 오죽헌풍류야)

13.3Km 2024-07-25

24 Yulgok-ro 3139beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-650-2145

The Ojukheon Evening Program is a special event taking place every Friday and Saturday evening from mid-July to late August. Visitors can enjoy the classic, beautiful sounds of traditional Korean music in an equally inspiring location.

Ojukheon House & Municipal Museum (강릉시 오죽헌/시립박물관)

13.3Km 2022-12-26

24, Yulgok-ro 3139beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-640-3301

Ojukheon House, a Treasure, is an important house which shows the lifestyle and architectual style of the early Joseon dynasty. It is one of the oldest preserved Korean houses. Yulgok Yi-I, one of Korea's most noted scholars, was born here to Sin Saimdang. In rememberance of his birth, the Yulgok Festival is held annually at Ojukheon. There are many traditional materials and regional remains which are displayed in the private museum. A painting of Yulgok is hanging in Munseongsa (the ancestral shrine of Yulgok). More artwork by the Yulgok family are on display in the Yulgok Memorial Hall. In addition, various Buddhist artwork, ceramics, pictures and common living appliances are on display in the Folk Tradition Hall, History Culture Hall, and the outdoor exhibition area.

Sora Hoetjip (소라횟집)

13.4Km 2021-03-30

11, Changhae-ro 350beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-652-2109

It is a place, located in front of the beach, where you can eat fresh seafood dishes. This seafood restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. The representative menu is cold raw fish soup.

Oworui Chodang (오월의초당)

13.4Km 2021-03-30

234-5, Nanseolheon-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-651-0187

This is the first place that comes to mind when you think of bossam (Korean boiled pork with cabbage or lettuce wraps) and noodle restaurants in Gangneung. This restaurant's signature menu is noodles in anchovy broth. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.

Gangmun Beach (강문해변)

13.4Km 2024-11-27

352 Changhae-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-640-5422

Located in Gangmun-dong, Gangmun Beach is lined with fresh hoe (sliced raw fish) restaurants along Gangmunhang Port. The beach has accommodations nearby and is in close proximity to the Gyeongpo area, making it a great vacation destination. Not only is the beach a well-known diving spot among scuba divers for its deep waters and abundant marine life, but its dock is also popular among fishers all year round.

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This spot is where Sung-joon comes up with the idea of a photoshoot after seeing Hye-jin by the sea. It is also the place where the two leads share a heart-to-heart in a romantic scene. It has a lot of photogenic spots with the East Sea in the background, so it is a popular spot for dates.

Gangmuneohwa Hoetjip (강문어화횟집)

13.5Km 2021-03-25

348, Changhae-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-653-0025

It is a place where you can eat while enjoying the spectacular seaside view. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. The most famous menu is assorted sliced raw fish.

Museum of Oriental Embroidery (동양자수박물관)

13.5Km 2022-09-15

140-12, Jukheon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-644-0600

The Museum of Oriental Embroidery, opened on January 11, 2011, exclusively displays the beautiful works crafted by women of the past. Over 500 pieces of Oriental embroidery from Korea, China and Japan are on display, and another 100 Western embroidery works are also displayed in a special exhibition hall. In this cultural space, one can discover the aesthetic world of Oriental embroidery.

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