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Yongin Leisure Pool (용인레저스포츠 야외수영장)

Yongin Leisure Pool (용인레저스포츠 야외수영장)

11.7Km    2024-03-18

495 Iwon-ro, Idong-eup, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

Yongin Leisure Pool is a comprehensive leisure complex. It boasts a large swimming pool and a valley, along with a football field and a foot volleyball court, pensions, bungalows, and barbecue areas. The swimming pool is operational during the summer. For leisure and sports enthusiasts, there are nearby fishing spots and golf courses. Additionally, the complex is conveniently located near Sambongsan Mountain and Sigungsan Mountain, offering excellent hiking opportunities.

Hankuk Art Museum (한국미술관)

12.6Km    2021-12-09

244-2, Mabuk-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-283-6418

The Hankuk Art Museum first opened its door to the public in March 1983 in Gahoe-dong and was later moved to its current location. Focusing on modern art and the promotion of Korean art, the gallery presents special displays and open-run exhibitions mainly featuring contemporary art as well as providing art education classes.

Korean Folk Village Sledding Hills (한국민속촌 눈썰매장)

12.9Km    2022-09-02

90, Minsokchon-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-286-2111

The Korean Folk Village Sledding Hills has two slopes, one for adults and another for children. Visitors to the Korean Folk Village can enjoy various cultural events as well as sledding in winer.

Korean Folk Village Evening Festival (한국민속촌 야간개장 달빛을 더하다)

Korean Folk Village Evening Festival (한국민속촌 야간개장 달빛을 더하다)

12.9Km    2025-04-24

90 Minsokchon-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-288-0000

The Korean Folk Village Evening Festival takes place on weekends & public holiday evenings until 21:30 to show the beauty of traditional houses at night. The festival also showcases "Yeonbun," an extravagant multi-media performance, and a walk-through haunted house experience. Several other exciting and fun activities are prepared to entertain visitors.

Icheon Ginseng Festival (이천인삼축제)

Icheon Ginseng Festival (이천인삼축제)

12.9Km    2025-10-23

160 Dunteo-ro 124beon-gil, Sindun-myeon, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-637-3438

The Icheon Ginseng Festival has been held annually since 2015 to promote the benefits and value of the locally grown ginseng. The festival features sales as well as events.

Icheon Ceramics Village (이천도예마을)

Icheon Ceramics Village (이천도예마을)

13.0Km    2023-04-06

19, Gyeongchung-daero 3150beon-gil, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-633-6381

Icheon Ceramics Village produces traditional Korean ceramics, which are of high quality. The village became the center of traditional pottery during the Joseon dynasty (1392-1910) for about 500 years due to the easily obtainable materials in the areas. Icheon Ceramics Village was also the center of Joseon Baekja ceramics. Presently, about 80 pottery factories are congregated at the village, and about 300 pottery kilns are in use.
Visitors can observe the pottery production process, and purchase them directly. It is worthwhile to see the crafts of these potters known as Living Cultural Treasures of Korea for creating the highest quality handicrafts. Not only are the traditional Cheongja, Baekja, and Buncheong pottery produced here, but you can also view modern design pottery. The Haegang Ceramics Art Center is the only ceramics Art Center in Korea, where you can learn about ceramics. One of the must-see events at Icheon Ceramics Village is the internationally famous “Icheon Ceramics Festival” held every year. Displayed pottery as well as, pottery classes, traditional kiln handling, pottery character show, and even parades are held.

Gyeonggi Gugak Center (경기도 국악당)

13.6Km    2021-11-26

89, Minsokchon-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-289-6400

Gyeonggi Gugak Center opened in July 2004 to promote various traditional Korean culture as well as vitalize the traditional arts. The center consists of a concert hall and educational facilities, constantly upgrading to become a cutting edge facility.

Mirinae Holy Site (미리내 성지)

Mirinae Holy Site (미리내 성지)

13.8Km    2024-02-29

420 Mirinaeseongji-ro, Yangseong-myeon, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-674-1256

Mirinae Holy Site in Anseong is the final resting place of Saint Andreas Kim Daegeon, Korea’s first Catholic saint, along with his mother Ursula, Bishop Ferréol—the third head of the Joseon parish who ordained Priest Kim—and Vincentius Lee Minsik, who buried Saint Kim’s body. The name ‘Mirinae,’ meaning ‘Milky Way’ in Korean, adds a celestial significance to the site. Saint Andreas Kim Daegeon, who was martyred at the age of 26, was buried here 40 days after his execution. Sanctification efforts began in earnest in 1972 and have since resulted in the establishment of a memorial church, a statue of Saint Kim, and a serene garden for reflection.

Zien Art Space (지앤아트스페이스)

Zien Art Space (지앤아트스페이스)

13.8Km    2024-02-22

7 Paiknamjune-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

Zien Art Space is a multifaceted venue encompassing an exhibition gallery, pottery studio, glass art studio, kiln room, flower garden, tableware shop, clay pot shop, restaurant, and café. It features pottery classes for children, as well as one-day classes in hand-painting, pottery shaping, and pottery wheel experiences. Surrounded by lush greenery and earthy tones, visitors can enjoy tea or meals while immersing themselves in exhibitions and pottery experiences.

Gyeonggi Childrens Museum (경기도어린이박물관)

13.9Km    2022-12-20

6, Sanggal-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-270-8600

Gyeonggi Children’s Museum was Korea's first experiential museum built specifically for children. It offers interactive exhibits and educational programs, attracting children to participate in person and feel the joy of learning. Children can choose what they'd like to study based on their individual interests, as well as learn various themes and concepts that help improve their imagination and creativity.

* Opening Date: September 26, 2011