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Yangpyeong Icefish Festival (물맑은양평 빙어축제)

Yangpyeong Icefish Festival (물맑은양평 빙어축제)

18.7Km    21189     2020-03-24

55-2, Gopdani-gil, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
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Yangpyeong Icefish Festival takes place in Soomy Village from late-December to early-February. Residents are preparing for the festival to welcome all visitors including families, couples, groups and others. During the festival, visitors can eat warm fish cakes and roasted chestnuts. Aside from ice fishing, other traditional winter games and activities such as kite-flying, top spinning, sledding and jjinbbang-making (steamed bun with red bean filling) will be available.

During lunch, tteokguk (sliced rice cake soup), bingeohoe muchim (seasoned raw smelt salad) and bingeo twigim (deep-fried smelt) are available at the Women's Society of Soomy Land. One special trait of this festival is the offer of an all-inclusive experience package. After making a reservation, families can enjoy a full day of fun experiences from the moment they arrive until the time they head home with no additional fees to worry about.

Yangpyeong Icefish Festival can be enjoyed by visitors of all ages: Children will look up to their fathers’ as strong men, pulling their sleds around the snow-covered ice; couples will look back on the festival as a warm winter memory, walking hand in hand; friends and coworkers will remember the delicious food and joyful time they spent together.

To attend the festival, visitors can make a reservation on the festival's official website.

Yangpyeong Catfish Festival (양평메기수염축제)

Yangpyeong Catfish Festival (양평메기수염축제)

18.7Km    0     2024-05-28

55-2 Gopdani-gil, Danwol-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-775-5205

Yangpyeong is famous in Korea for its clear waters. Located along a clear stream is Sumi Village, hosting fun festivals all year round. During the summer months, Sumi Village hosts the Yangpyeong Catfish Festival, allowing plenty of fun activities around this local specialty.

Uniqlo - Namyangju Hwado Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 남양주화도)

Uniqlo - Namyangju Hwado Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 남양주화도)

19.0Km    0     2024-06-26

1637, Gyeongchun-ro, Hwado-eup, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Olive Young - Namyangju Hwado Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 남양주화도점)

19.0Km    0     2024-06-27

1637, Gyeongchun-ro, Hwado-eup, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Pasaseong Fortress Site (여주 파사성)

Pasaseong Fortress Site (여주 파사성)

19.2Km    10314     2020-03-16

Cheonseo-ri, Yeoju-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-887-2868

The stone walls of Pasasan Fortress stretch along the ridge of the 250-meter-high Pasasan Mountain. The fortress is strategically situated for national defense by being located at the edge of the river bank, from which you can see both upstream and downstream. It is said that the fortress was constructed during the reign of the King Pasa, the 5th ruler of the Silla Kingdom. The walls stretch over 1,800 meters in length. At its highest point, the wall is 6.25 meters tall, and 1.4 meters tall at its lowest point.

Café Story (카페스토리)

Café Story (카페스토리)

19.2Km    0     2024-02-21

74-65 Paldang-ro 81beon-gil, Wabu-eup, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Café Story is a dining café with an outdoor terrace that overlooks Paldangho Lake. Their signature dish, black garlic seafood cream pasta, complements a diverse menu that includes pasta, pizza, steak, and various café options. With an accompanying dog park, it's an ideal spot for visitors to enjoy with their furry friends.

Mirinae Camp (미리내캠프)

19.6Km    20237     2024-02-23

21 Wolsanjeosuji-gil, Jipyeong-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Mirinae Camp is a comprehensive camping facility covering 370,000㎡, capable of accommodating up to 600 guests. It features a range of facilities for training, leisure, and convenience. The camp includes a horseriding club, a lawn ballpark, a lawn sports ground, a foot volleyball court, a survival game area, a kayaking center, a rock climbing facility, challenge courses, and a walking trail. Additionally, it offers Heal Being Club programs, which encompass foot spa, essential oil therapy, dining, and café experiences. In summer, an outdoor swimming pool is available, and in winter, the camp operates a snow sledding park.

Star Hill Resort (스타힐리조트)

Star Hill Resort (스타힐리조트)

19.7Km    53426     2021-02-19

96, Meokgat-ro, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-594-1211

Star Hill Resort is located deep in the beautiful and mysterious Cheonmasan Mountain. Amazingly, it is only 32 kilometers away from Seoul, so access to this picturesque and well-equipped leisure resort is extremely easy. In addition to great skiing, visitors can enjoy various experience programs at the tourist attractions located near Cheonmasan Mountain.

White Spring (화이트스프링)

19.7Km    22792     2024-02-21

19 Gyeonggang-ro 849beon-gil, Wabu-eup, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
031-521-7777

White Spring is a large brunch café operated by a chef with a background in hotels. Their signature dish is eggs benedict. They also serve a Korean menu item, gangdoenjang bibimbap (seasoned soybean paste bibimbap), providing a hearty meal option. Ordering a meal includes a discount on americano coffee. Its proximity to the Hangang River makes it a popular spot for drives just outside Seoul.