Herb Village (허브빌리지)

14.3Km 6315 2018-08-01

37 ,Buksam-ro 20 beon-gil, Wangjing-myeon, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-833-5100

The Herb Village in Yeoncheon, Gyeonggi-do Province gives a splendid view of Imjingang River. This beautiful oasis is perfect for a relaxing day out of Seoul with the whole family. Colorful flowers, wooden benches, original statues, and a beautiful landscape decorate the whole space of the garden. One can just take a leisurely walk down the hill towards the river while stopping to smell the herbs every once in a while.

If you need some refreshments, there are a couple of restaurants in the garden. If you want to stay overnight, there is beautiful guesthouse that offers comfortable accommodation. The village also has an herb jjimjilbang (Korean sauna) that creates a romantic ambience after sunset with candle lights, and foot baths that use different herbs can be found outside. The village is just a short drive from Seoul and one can enjoy a scenic view of the surroundings along the way.

Sambuyeonpokpo Falls [UNESCO Global Geopark] (삼부연폭포 (한탄강 유네스코 세계지질공원)

14.5Km 22029 2024-03-20

Sincheorwon-ri, Galmal-eup, Cheorwon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-450-4810

Sambuyeonpokpo Falls, among the nine scenic spots in Cheorwon, is a three-tiered waterfall standing at approximately 20 meters high, situated in the granite area of Myeongseongsan Mountain. This natural wonder was formed by water flowing over an extended period subsequent to the exposure of granite intrusion from the Mesozoic Cretaceous period, estimated to be around 110 million years ago. The name "Sambuyeon" originates from the distinctive three bends in the water stream and the lower part of the waterfall's resemblance to a cauldron.

Seungilgyo Bridge (승일교)

14.6Km 1624 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.

[Long-lasting Small Business] Cheorwon Makguksu ([백년가게]철원막국수)

14.7Km 132 2024-03-20

13 Myeongseong-ro 158beon-gil, Galmal-eup, Cheorwon-gun, Gangwon-do

Cheorwon Makguksu boasts a 60-year tradition, offering a testament to its culinary expertise. The restaurant is known for pairing its makguksu with nokdu bindaetteok (mung bean pancake) and pyeonyuk (boiled pork slices), creating a harmonious trio that is often ordered together. Their mul makguksu features buckwheat noodles in a deep and cool broth, delivering a rich flavor without being overwhelming. The noodles are both chewy and tender, striking a perfect balance. Additionally, the dish is garnished with sweet-and-sour musaengchae (julienne radish fresh salad), adding a savory and clean note.

Almecsresort[Korea Quality] / 알멕스랜드 [한국관광 품질인증]

15.2Km 178 2020-12-10

61, Wangsan-ro 218beon-gil, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-10-5266-4017

Almecs Land is a multi-featured leisure accommodations overlooking Imjingang River. The lodgings include resort, caravans, and camping facilities. The resort boasts of family rooms that can accommodate up to eight guests, panorama rooms with 180-degree views of Imjingang River, and connecting rooms with two connected rooms that are suitable for large families. There are also three types of 20 German Burstner caravans that can accommodate up to 4 ~ 6 persons depending on the model. The auto campsite where campers can enjoy the clean air of Yeoncheon and the cool breeze of Imjingang River offers a wide space (7x7.2 m per site) that enables use of electricity. Leisure facilities include an electric train that runs along an approximately 7-kilometer path through the forest, a monorail, and a ground golf course located on a low hill and a swimming pool that opens in summer. In addition, a Korean spa, a kids café, and a promenade through the forest are there for guests to refresh themselves. Korean-style breakfast is provided when booked in advance, costing 7,000 won per person. Gyeonggi-do and Gyeonggi Tourism Organization named Almecs Land an excellent outdoor campsite for 2019.

Typhoon Observatory (태풍전망대)

15.5Km 31133 2022-12-23

Hoengsan-ri, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-839-2147

Typhoon Observatory was built on December 3, 1991 by Invincible Typhoon Korean Army. The observatory is situated on Suribong Peak, the highest point of Bikkisan Mountain. It is located 65 kilometers and 140 kilometers from Seoul and Pyeongyang respectively. It is famous in that the location is the closest to the Military Demarcation Line, being only 800 meters and 1,600 meters away from the MDL and North Korean checkpoint respectively.

The observatory houses a Christian church, Catholic church, statue of the Virgin Mary, Buddhist sanctum, belfry and other facilities where soldiers are able to participate in religious ceremonies. Also, Manghyangbi Monument for displaced person, Monument for Korean War, and Boy’s Tank Corps Memorial can be seen in the area. The Exhibition Hall presents daily necessities collected from Pilseunggyo Bridge of Imjingang in North Korea and some detection equipment that armed espionage agents used when they did infiltration after the ceasefire.

Saruru Farm (사르르목장)

15.7Km 0 2024-02-08

130 Sanjeonghosu-ro, Yeongbuk-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Saruru Farm is a café known for its bright and neat atmosphere, with large windows providing views of rice fields and farms. The café's signature menu items include homemade soft ice cream made from Pocheon ranch's fresh milk and homemade kaymak. They also offer unique ice cream topped with Korean-style toppings like konggomul (roasted soybean powder).

HanGwa Culture Museum Hangaone (한과문화박물관 한가원)

17.1Km 11398 2021-07-22

26-9, Sanjeonghosu-ro 322beon-gil, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-533-8121

The Hangwa Culture Museum is the first museum in Korea to have a theme centered on traditional Korean sweets. Its first floor exhibits the history of hangwa, tools used to make it, and the various types (Yakgwa, Yugwa, Yumilgwa, Jeongwa, Dasik, and Gangjeong), while the second floor offers seasonal hangwa, hangwa with tea, hangwa areas in Pocheon, information from hangwa experts, and tourism information on Pocheon. The education center runs colorful hands-on programs offering visitors an opportunity to make hangwa and also learn about traditional tea culture.

Jeongok-ri Prehistoric Site - Hantangang River Geopark (연천 전곡리 유적-한탄강 국가지질공원)

17.3Km 11453 2021-07-20

1510, Yangyeon-ro, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-839-2561

The Jeongok-ri Prehistoric Site is the prime site on the Korean peninsula for the study of Paleolithic relics, and was unearthed after the discovery of a stone implement by an American soldier who was visiting an amusement park near Hantangang River in the winter of 1978. It was identified as an Acheulean Paleolithic stone implement by an expert, and gained the attention of paleontologists from around the world. The Jeongok-ri Prehistoric Site is situated on a basalt deposit that was likely formed during the Precambrian era. With the discovery of soil wedge and tephra indicating the top layer to be estimated at least 20,000 years old, the region is also considered highly valuable among geologists.

Jeongok Prehistory Musuem (전곡선사박물관)

17.5Km 45219 2023-03-07

2 , Pyeonghwa-ro 443beon-gil, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Jeongok Prehistory Museum is a relics museum built in the Paleolithic ruins of Jeongok-ri, a historical site that rewrote the history of Paleolithic research in the world with the discovery of the first Acheulean hand ax in East Asia. Centered on Paleolithic relics such as an Acheulean hand ax excavated from the Jeongok-ri Paleolithic site, the exhibition space is composed of relics of various themes to systematically understand human evolution and Paleolithic culture.

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