Gongjaksan Mountain (공작산)

.0M 29147 2019-08-28

Hwachon-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-430-2791

Gongjaksan Mountain, spreading out from the peak with an altitude of 887.4 meters, resembles the outstretched wings of a peacock (gongjak in Korean). Looking out from the top of the mountain, the entirety of Hongcheon County can be seen, as well as beautifully shaped cliffs spread throughout.

Sutagyegok Valley is very picturesque with wonderful rock outcrops and surroundings. This 8 kilometer-long valley links Sutasa Temple, which is about 6 kilometers lower than the peak, to Nocheon-ri.

Something for nearly every season with royal azalea flowers in spring, old pine trees and colorful foliage in fall, and snow-covered trees in winter, Gongjaksan Mountain's beauty catches the attention of hikers year-round.

Sutasa Temple (수타사)

4.9Km 13879 2021-09-01

473, Sutasa-ro, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-436-6611

Gongjaksan Mountain (887 m), home to Sutasa Temple and named for its resemblance to a peacock proudly displaying its tail feathers, gives visitors a bird’s-eye-view of Hongcheon. From the bottom, Gongjaksan Mountain looks like a giant laying on his back, looking up to the sky. The mountain offers elegant azaleas in spring, beautiful fall foliage, majestic cliffs with unusual rocks, colonies of pine trees, and a serene snowscape in winter.

Sutasa Valley, stretching over 12 kilometers between Sutasa Temple and Nocheon-ri, is full of large ponds and broad bedrocks and is flanked by rocky cliffs and pine groves.

Located among the foothills, Sutasa Temple is an ancient temple built by Monk Wonhyo in AD 708. The temple boasts numerous cultural properties including the gabled roof of Daejeokgwangjeon, a bronze bell, a three-tiered pagoda, and Wolinseokbo, a biography of Buddha that has been designated as a National Treasure.

Hongcheon Donkey Village Buckwheat Flower Festival: The Road to Sampo (홍천동키마을 메밀꽃축제: 삼포 가는 길)

6.1Km 0 2024-09-30

170 Guryongnyeong-ro, Hwachon-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-507-1363-6766

The Honcheon Donkey Village Buckwheat Flower Festival offers a fun fall festival for all, with beautiful landscapes, tasty foods, and cute donkey experiences.

Rustic Life (러스틱라이프)

6.3Km 0 2024-08-06

70 Soksae-gil, Yeonggwimi-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do

Rustic Life is a unique type of cafe, located in the forest of Hongcheon and operated exclusively by reservation. The cafe provides the perfect venue for people to escape the busy city life in search of the charms of slow-living, if just for a few hours. The menu items are made using natural ingredients prepared lovely, including signature items like flower tea and omija ade. Desserts available include rice cakes, dried persimmons, and other classic Korean treats.

Hongcheon Ginseng & Hanwoo Myeongpum Festival (홍천 인삼한우명품축제)

10.8Km 6585 2024-09-13

Galmagok-ri, Hongcheon-eup, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-439-5800

The Hongcheon Ginseng & Hanwoo Myeongpum Festival is held annually in October in the city of Hongcheon. The natural clean air and water help this area to have excellent quality ginseng and hanu (Korean beef), for which it is famous. Inside the festival venue is a self-serve restaurant for visitors to try these specialties at a discounted price.

Hongcheon Beer Festival (홍천강 별빛음악 맥주축제)

10.8Km 1392 2024-07-02

Galmagok-ri, Hongcheon-eup, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-439-5864

Hongcheon Beer Festival takes place near Korea's largest beer factory and craft beer brewery where visitors can enjoy fresh beer throughout the festival. Several entertaining events and performances are prepared for both locals and tourists to enjoy. The World Wet Dance Contest in particular is the highlight event of this festival.

Hongcheongang Winter Festival (홍천강 꽁꽁축제)

11.3Km 16558 2024-07-17

Sinjangdae-ri, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-439-5864

Hongcheongang Winter Festival takes place every winter to promote Hongcheon trout and the local region. Various programs are prepared, including ice-fishing, indoor fishing and barehanded fishing. Indoor programs are also offered such as winter folk games, exhibits of traditional old houses, and traditional food.

Garam Resort (가람리조트)

13.4Km 0 2024-04-01

29 Buchaedeul-gil, Duchon-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do

This resort is located in Duchon-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon State. There are facilities including a large artificial turf field, an outdoor swimming pool, a barbecue area, and a water playground where guests can enjoy a variety of activities. In particular, the year-round sledding slope is the pride of the resort and the highlight of its activities. One can enjoy the cool breeze of Hongcheon while riding a tube sled down a 100-meter-long lane. Sledding is available all year round, not just in the winter, so everyone can enjoy each season's atmosphere.
Also, there are tourist attractions, including Garisan Leports Park, Garisan Recreational Forest, and Yongsopokpo Falls nearby.

Eodapsan Mountain Tourist Area (어답산관광지)

14.1Km 2858 2024-02-29

513-2 Byeongjibang-ri, Gapcheon-myeon, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do

The Eodapsan Mountain Tourist Area, encompassing both Eodapsan Mountain and Byeongjibanggyegok Valley, is celebrated for its stunning natural beauty. The area is a harmonious blend of lush forests and pristine valleys. It features distinctive rock formations that rise majestically, resembling folding screens, and these are beautifully framed by pine trees, offering a serene setting for forest bathing. At the mountain's summit, visitors can explore notable landmarks like Eodapsanseong Fortress and Eodapsansa Temple. The hiking trails leading to the summit are gentle and accessible, providing an easy and enjoyable climb suitable to most people.

Lachiveum Namhae (라키비움 남해)

15.6Km 0 2024-02-23

676 Jindong-ri, Changseon-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Lachiveum Namhae is a café in the Healing Village, a multifunctional cultural space in Namhae-gun. A signature item on the menu is the Namhae chamdarae ade (Namhae kiwi ade), made with locally grown kiwi from Namhae. In addition, visitors can savor a variety of bread and coffee crafted by renowned pastry chefs. The café provides a pleasant setting to enjoy coffee while admiring the panoramic view of the Namhae Sea.

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