Yongmasan Mountain (용마산)
2021-06-18
53, Yongmasan-ro 62-gil, Jungnang-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2094-2344
With an altitude of 348 meters, Yongmasan Mountain is the highest peak of Achasan Mountain. The mountain stretches through the ridges of Manguri Park and Junggok-dong, with trails connecting to Achasan Mountain Fortress and the back gate of Children’s Grand Park. Nearby parks include Yongmapokpo Park and Yongmasan Sagajeong Park.
Yongwangsan Neighborhood Park (용왕산근린공원)
2019-08-29
143, Mokdongjungang-ro, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2620-3579
Yongwangsan Mountain, also known as Eomjisan, is geologically located at entrance of a land referred to as “Cheonhojibeol,” located across an artificial waterfall. The mountain’s name “Yongwangsan” (meaning Dragon King Mountain) derived from an old tale of a king who dreamt of becoming killed. He then shot an arrow to an old man with spiritual powers living in a village at the foot of Eomjisan Mountain. The king stated “I knew that the old man would someday turn into a dragon and threaten my throne. Therefore I killed the dragon.” The words dragon (“yong”) and king (“wang”) were combined to form its current name, Yongwangsan Mountain.
Daegwallyeong Snow Town (대관령 눈꽃마을)
2019-11-25
27-22, Chahangseonyeok-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-333-3301
Nestled in the high altitudes on the outskirts of Baekdudaegan Mountain Range's Hwangbyeongsan Mountain, Daegwallyeong Snow Town is a small farm village that pioneered Korea's high-land agriculture and is well-recognized for its ranches. It is also the birthplace of Korea's ski facilities and beholds the pride of cultural value of sports and tradition as the village's Pyeongchang Hwangbyeongsan Mountain Hunting Tradition was designated as the 19th Intangible Cultural Heritage of Gangwon. Eighty-percent of the village land consists of forests and in year 2008, Daegwallyeong Snow Town opened a Mountain Village Ecology Center under the supervision of Korea Forest Service and Pyeongchang-gun County. A variety of experience programs are available throughout the year according to the season, such as picking dog-tooth violets, gomchwi, and cirsium in spring, ranger training experience and cooking rice with cirsium in summer, riding on a donkey and creating individual plant guidebooks in fall, and enjoying winter sledding and other winter activities in winter. Other activities including horseback riding, ATV, peformances are also available.
Tri-Bowl (트라이볼)
2016-12-22
250, Incheon tower-daero, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon
Famous for its impressive night views of Songdo, Tri-Bowl is a multi-complex culture and arts center built to seem as if it is floating on water. Its unique architecture of three bowl-shaped buildings floating on water symolizes Incheon, a city in harmony with the sky, ocean, and earth.
Sinsan Park (신산공원)
2017-11-07
92-12, Sinsan-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
Sinsan Park was opened to commemorate the arrival of the Olympic Torch to Korea for the '88 Seoul Olympic Games but now serves as a resting place for local citizens. It has become a popular location for family outings, and many couples enjoy walking along the paths through the shade of the forest.
Namsan Seoul Tower Hanbok Culture Experience Center (남산서울타워 한복문화체험관)
2021-03-16
105, Namsangongwon-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Namsan Seoul Tower Hanbok Culture Experience Center is located in the lobby level (B1) of Seoul's landmark Namsan Seoul Tower. The center is designed around the theme of the Joseon dynasty, and features both large photo zones and hanbok of various styles, ranging from traditional to modern and even wedding.
Gyeongsangbuk-do Forest Research Institute (경상북도 산림환경연구원)
2021-02-01
367, Tongil-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-778-3813
Located at the foot of Namsan Mountain in Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do Forest Research Institute is a popular spot for field trips and relaxation due to the institute's rare and rural forestry along with well-preserved endangered plants and wild flowers.
Jatyanggi Purunsup Resort (잣향기푸른숲)
2025-01-17
289-146, Chungnyeong-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-8008-6769
Located in Gyeonggi-do and home to the nation's largest nut pine forest, composed of trees over 80 years old, Jatyanggi Purunsup Resort is a special recreational forest complex where phytoncide emitted from the pine tree forest creates a healing experience. The forest is located between 450 and 600 meters above sea level on Chungnyeongsan and Seorisan Mountains.
Seungilgyo Bridge (승일교)
2019-09-11
Area of Naedae-ri, Galmal-eup, Cheorwon-gun, Gangwon-do
Seungilgyo Bridge is unique in that it was jointly built by South and North Korea. The construction began when the land belonged to North Korea, but after the Armstice Agreement the land was given to the South, who then complete the bridge. The bridge was designated as a Registerd Cultural Property No. 26 on May 31, 2002.
Yulpo Beach (Solbat Beach) (율포해수욕장(솔밭해변))
2021-07-15
24, Uam-gil, Boseong-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-850-5211
Yulpo Beach is a scenic beach with a 60-meter-wide, 1.2-kilometer-stretch of silver sand between the sea and a forest of 100-year-old pine trees. Despite its location in a small fishing village, the region’s famous green tea and beautiful beaches have resulted in attracting many tourists to Yulpo Beach. The area has become a family summer resort, fully equipped with accommodation and leisure facilities.
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