Icheon Ceramics Village (이천도예마을)

9.9Km 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.

Icheon Doniul Myeongpum Rice Village (이천 도니울 명품쌀마을)

10.1Km 2025-01-23

경기도 이천시 대월면 대월로667번길 359-3

Icheon Doniul (Dori-ri) Village in Icheon, Gyeonggi-do, is a typical farm village located on a plain field between Wonducheon Stream and Yanghwacheon Village. Dori-ri Village is a prestigious village where the culture of the Samhan period is still passed down. The rice cultivation is part of the culture that has been passed down since the Samhan period. The name "Doniul" is derived from the nearby Sodonibong Peak. The word "doni" means a wide field with wetlands. The village is made up of approximately 100 households with 303 villagers. It is also known as a village of longevity as many of the residents are over 100 years old. The village is the producer of the famous Icheon rice for the king. The village is located approximately 12 kilometers from Icheon downtown, which can be reached in an hour from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal.

Kwangjuyo Center [Tax Refund Shop] (광주요 센터)

10.4Km 2024-04-18

3234, Gyeongchung-daero, Sindun-myeon, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Blue One Yongin Country Club (블루원 용인컨트리클럽)

10.6Km 2024-05-16

40, Bogaewonsam-ro 1534beon-gil, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-1899-1888

Opened in August 1993, the Blue One Yongin Country Club is a 1,518,737 ㎡ golf course with 27 holes. Beautiful works by Douglas Nickels, a renowned figure in the world of plastic arts, can be found throughout the golf course and around tees.

Hanteo Pony Farm (한터 조랑말농장)

10.7Km 2021-03-19

110, Daedae-ro, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-332-3695

Hanteo Pony Farm is a farm where children and families can experience aspects of farm life such as planting crops and attending to the needs of farm animals. During weekdays, the farm hosts learning activities specifically for groups of children from kindergartens and elementary schools. During weekends, it is a popular destination for families to come and enjoy farm life.

Wentteok Village (웬떡마을)

10.8Km 2025-01-10

10, Eohyeon-ro, Wonsam-myeon, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-333-2777

Wentteok Village gets its name from the word “Wentteok” (meaning “unexpected windfall”) and is a slow food village located in Jungneung-ri, Wonsam-myeon, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do. At the village, you can make traditional rice cake from fresh seasonal ingredients or make a tteok (rice cake) cake and have your own small party.

The village is a great venue to learn more about tteok (rice cakes) and to enjoy other hands-on activities such as eco-friendly farming activities and other traditional activities.

E-Mart - Icheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 이천)

11.3Km 2024-04-22

1440-50, Iseopdaecheon-ro, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Dae Jang Geum Park (용인 대장금파크)

11.8Km 2024-10-21

25 Yongcheon drama-gil, Baegam-myeon, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

Dae Jang Geum Park is the largest historical drama set of MBC in Korea, featuring various architectural sets reconstructed from different historical periods. The park includes facilities such as the Dae Jang Geum Memorial Set, Mangyeongjeon Hall, Gyujanggak Library, Donggungjeon Palace, and the Inspection Department. It has served as the filming location for famous TV series like "Jumong," "Lee San, Wind of the Palace," and "The Great Queen Seondeok," as well as movies such as "The Face Reader" and "The Treacherous." Visitors can immerse themselves in history at the royal costume experience room, where they can wear traditional costumes and take photos on the various sets. Additionally, guests can enjoy their time at the herbal teahouse and souvenir shops.

Take Green Coffee (테이크그린)

12.4Km 2024-02-07

18 Gyeongchung-daero 1878beon-gil, Bubal-eup, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Take Green Coffee is a café featuring an outdoor garden that is enhanced with tents and a trailer house to give customers the feeling of being on a picnic. Inside, the café boasts a high ceiling and one-sided windows, creating a sense of spaciousness and openness. Its signature menu items include the vanilla cream latte, heugimja cream latte (black sesame cream latte), and Honeypresso.

Mirinae Holy Site (미리내 성지)

13.0Km 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.

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