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Gosanjeong Pavilion (고산정)

Gosanjeong Pavilion (고산정)

2024-10-24

177-42 Gasong-gil, Dosan-myeon, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Gosanjeong Pavilion was built by Geum Nan-su in 1564 as a place for study. The pavilion is located below the Gasonghyeop escarpment, one of the eight scenic sites of Andong, along the Nakdonggang River. Views from the pavilion include Woebyeongsan and Naebyeongsan Mountains and a lush pine forest.

Mukgyeseowon Confucian Academy & Mukgye Head House of Andong Kim Clan (묵계서원 및 안동김씨 묵계종택)

Mukgyeseowon Confucian Academy & Mukgye Head House of Andong Kim Clan (묵계서원 및 안동김씨 묵계종택)

2024-05-29

1736-5 Chunghyo-ro, Giran-myeon, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Mukgyeseowon Confucian Academy was founded in 1687, but was mostly destroyed in 1869, leaving just the lecture hall behind. Recently, these removed buildings have slowly been rebuilt to restore the academy to its former glory. 

Mukgye Head House of the Andong Kim Clan is located near the Confucian academy and features a shrine to Bobaekdang, the founder of the academy. The house was built in a square shape with an open courtyard in the middle and has been maintained in good condition.

Jaman Mural Village (자만마을 벽화갤러리)

Jaman Mural Village (자만마을 벽화갤러리)

2024-05-02

Gyo-dong, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Jaman Mural Village is located on a hillside across the road from Jeonju Hanok Village. The village was formed by Korean war refugees resettling where they could, and remained as a small village interlaced by narrow pathways until 2012. At that point, the village was enlivened with over 40 murals and became popular for photographs. Many of the houses have been converted into cafes, guesthouses, and restaurants.

Gangneung Myeongju-dong Streets (강릉 명주동 거리)

Gangneung Myeongju-dong Streets (강릉 명주동 거리)

2024-05-02

Myeongju-dong, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Myeongju-dong in Gangneung has been the center of administration and culture from the Goryeo dynasty onwards. Nowadays, visitors can enjoy a range of concerts, performances, and events at the Myeongju Art Space, Haetsal Museum, Jageun Stage, Gangneung Coffee Festival, Myeongju Flea Market, and more. The streets here are lined with unique cafes, cultural spaces, and history.

Noam Tunnel (노암터널)

Noam Tunnel (노암터널)

2024-05-02

Noam-dong, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Noam Tunnel is a hidden attraction of Gangneung, stretching from Ipam-dong to Jungang Market. The old train tunnel was put out of use with the construction of the newer KTX line, and has now become a must-see attraction along the Gangneung Bau-gil Trail.

Sageunjinhaebyeon Beach (사근진해변(사근진해수욕장))

Sageunjinhaebyeon Beach (사근진해변(사근진해수욕장))

2024-04-30

16 Haean-ro 604beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-640-4925

Sageunjinhaebyeon Beach is a white sandy beach connected to Gyeongpohaebyeon Beach in Anhyeon-dong, Gangneung. The beach area is lined with small, private accommodations, and the beach is complete with changing rooms, drinking fountains, and parasol rentals. The beach is backed by a pine tree forest.

Hyanghohaebyeon Beach (향호해변)

Hyanghohaebyeon Beach (향호해변)

2024-10-17

Hyangho-ri, Jumunjin-eup, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Hyanghohaebyeon Beach is a white sandy beach backed by pine forest complete with a campground. The beach is connected to Jumunjinhaebyeon Beach and has become a must-visit attraction in Gangneung after featuring on BTS' "Spring Day" album jacket. The bus stop was made for filming, but remains as a photo zone.

Confucian Land (유교랜드)

2024-05-30

346-30 Gwangwangdanji-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Confucian Land, located within Andong Culture & Tourism Resort, is a themed exhibition hall that focuses on Korea's Confucian culture. The facility uses the edu-tainment method to make a difficult subject matter easy to understand for young children. Exhibitions include the teachings of famous Confucian scholars like Toegye Yi Hwang and Yulgok Yi I, traditional musical instruments such as the gayageum and haegeum, as well as a video hall with 3D film capabilities and a children's game area with motion-tracking.

Zootopium (주토피움)

2024-05-29

346-95 Gwangwangdanji-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Zootopium is the largest animal & plant themed park in Gyeongsangbuk-do, home to over 200 species. The park provides the perfect environment for children to learn more about nature and living organisms. The park features both indoor and outdoor sections, as well as amenities such as a restaurant and play areas for children.

Ajunghosu Lake (아중호수)

2024-05-02

Ua-dong 1(il)-ga, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Ajunghosu is a large-scale reservoir that was originally built for agricultural purposes but is now beloved as cultural and natural space for local residents. The lake features a wooden deck walkway that creates a beautiful scene at night when lit up.