Jeonggangwon(정강원 관광농원)

16.9Km 2024-06-20

2010-13 , Geumdanggyegok-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-333-1011

Jeonggangwon Tourist Farm in Pyeongchang, Gangwon-do, is a tourist complex with a farm and wildflower garden, a food museum, and a Korean restaurant - plus a jangdokdae with hundreds of jars full of pickling and fermenting ingredients. It was founded by food researcher Cho Jung-gang to promote Korean food traditions. Accomodation is in traditional hanok or in condominium-style rooms, and guests have free use of a water park, ping-pong tables and a ball park. Breakfast and dinner are provided free of charge, with set meals and various local specialties. There’s a hanbok wearing experience, and pay-for traditional food-making programs include bibimbap, chilli paste, and rice-cakes.

Ssangdungine Gabyusl Sikdang (쌍둥이네가벼슬식당)

17.4Km 2025-01-23

118-8 Ihyoseok-gil, Bongpyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Though this restaurant specializes in chicken dishes, such as baeksuk (whole chicken soup) or dakbokkeumtang (spicy braised chicken), it is also known for gondeurebap (thistle rice), which is made into a bibimbap with makjang (Gangwon-style soybean paste). This restaurant, with its long history, has welcomed many famous figures, including athletes from around the world who competed in the Winter Olympics.

Hyoseok Literature Baengnigil Trail Course (효석문학 100리길)

17.4Km 2023-06-23

14, Aegangnamu-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Picturesque Pyeongchang, is a place where beautiful nature unfolds.
Pyeongchang, which retains its beautiful nature with four distinct seasons, is a place where the vast natural scenery spreads out like a panorama and is often called the "Asian Alps." About 65% of the total area of Pyeongchang is located in the highlands above 700 meters above sea level, and it is a clean natural area making it the best getaway destination.

Hoengseonghosugil Trail (횡성호수길)

17.4Km 2023-12-28

40 Taegi-ro gubang 5-gil, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do

With the completion of the Hoengseong Dam in 2000, an artificial lake called Hoengseong Lake was created, and a total of 31.5 kilometers of six courses were created around the lake. Hoengseonghosugil Trail is divided into themes, Course 1 Hoengseong Dam Road (Hoengseongdae-Daegwandae-ri 3 km, about 1 hour), Course 2 Neungseon-gil (Daegwandae-ri-Hoengseong Hot Spring 4 km, about 2 hours), Course 3 Healing Road (Hoengseong Hot Spring-Hwajeon-ri 1.5 km, about 1 hour), Course 4 Contemplative Path (Hwajeon-ri - Manghyangui Hill 7 km, about 2 hours 30 minutes), Course 5 Family Road (Manghyang's Garden 9 km, about 3 hours) and Course 6, Hoesanggil (Manghyang's Garden - Hoengseong Dam, 7 km, about 2 hours and 30 minutes). Among them, the 5-section Family Road (9 km) is a great course to enjoy Hoengseong Lake up close fully and is the only course that returns to the starting point. Course A, which starts and returns from the Garden of Paradise, has three observatories with an expansive view of the shadows reflected on the picturesque lake and cute sculptures everywhere. Course B (4.5 km) continues with a trail full of forests. Hoengseong Lake Shelter Observatory has a panoramic view of the lake and a colony of aspen trees. Section 5 of Hoengseonghosu-gil was selected as an “open tourist destination” by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in 2020, and barrier-free circulation was completed for some sections (parking lot-family rest area).

Lee Hyo-seok Memorial Hall (이효석 문학관)

17.6Km 2021-08-11

73-25, Hyoseongmunhak-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-330-2700

Lee Hyo-seok Memorial Hall was opened on September 7, 2002 during the Hyoseok Cultural Festival to celebrate the literary contributions and display artifacts from the life of Lee Hyoseok (pen name Gasan). Many of the artifacts on display came from the Gasan Literature Group but some items were also donated from the children of Lee Hyoseok to commemorate the passing of their father.

Lee Hyo-seok Culture Village (이효석문화마을)

17.9Km 2022-12-29

Wongil-ri, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-335-9669

Lee Hyo-seok Culture Village is the place where the author Lee Hyo-seok (pen name “Gasan”) was born and raised. The village is also the setting of the author’s novel "When the Buckwheat Blossoms,” one of the most celebrated Korean short stories to date.

In 1990, the village place was designated ‘first national cultural village’ by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. The village is comprised of the author's birth house, a water mill, Gasan Park, Lee Hyo-seok Memorial Hall, and a buckwheat museum. During the peak of the blossoming season in early fall, the annual Lee Hyo-seok Cultural Festival takes place and visitors can enjoy the beautiful scenery of snow-white fields of buckwheat flowers.

Lee Hyo-seok Cultural Festival commemorates the modern Korean writer and features buckwheat-themed programs. Events include a Hyo-seok essay contest, traditional performances, a costume parade, a photo contest, and "When the Buckwheat Blossoms" plays and related performances. During the festival, visitors can enjoy makguksu (buckwheat noodles) and memil buchim (buckwheat pancakes) and tour the locations that appear in the famous short story.

Heungjeonggyegok Valley (흥정계곡)

18.0Km 2024-02-13

62 Heungjeonggyegok-gil, Bongpyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-330-2771

Heungjeonggyegok Valley is about 5 kilometers away from the town of Bongpyeong-myeon in Pyeongchang, Gangwon State. The 5-kilometer long valley that stands between Heungjeongsan Mountain and Hoeryeongbong Peak has a beautiful landscape. A wide variety of freshwater fish like trout inhabit the clear waters of the valley. Heungjonggyegok Valley has become a famous attraction in the Bongpyeong area along with Bongsan Seojae, shrine of the prominent neo-Confucian scholar Yulgok (1536-1584), and Palseokjeong, featuring the writings of Yang Sa-eon.

Jangamsan Paragliding Field (장암산 활공장)

18.3Km 2022-06-27

129, Jangamdong-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-332-2625

Paragliding is controlled by the power of body weight. Hang gliding and paragliding are both included in manpowered gliders, which refers to gliders weighing less than 50 kilograms in dead weight. Paragliding has the shortest history among air sports, but is the most popular manpower glider.

Anyone can enjoy paragliding and after a 3 to 4-hour training course, participants can take off from a 50 meter steep hill. The total weight of the glide is just 10 kilograms, light enough to carry on one’s back, and carries very little danger if riders follow proper precautions.

Jangamsan Paragliding Field is located near Pyeongchang and the mountain is mainly comprised of stones, making it possible for people to enjoy a real thermal flight experience. The field is suitable for families who wish to enjoy camping with paragliding. The landing field is situated along the Pyeongchanggang River, which is also available for swimming after the flight. The river has a spacious pool on both upstream and downstream, making it a perfect venue for safety clinic education as well.

Hyundai Buckwheat Noodles (현대막국수)

18.3Km 2025-10-23

17 Dongijangteo-gil, Bongpyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Buckwheat, a staple in Gangwon State, is finely milled to make the base for Buckwheat Noodles. In Pyeongchang, where buckwheat fields are a common sight, numerous eateries specialize in these noodles. The signature dish here is the Pure Buckwheat Noodles, made exclusively from Korean-grown buckwheat. Its popularity stems from the noodles’ light broth, garnished with vegetables, offering a clean, non-overpowering flavor. For those who prefer a bit of a kick, the Spicy Buckwheat Noodles come with a tangy seasoning, customizable to taste. The accompanying side dishes are equally delightful, featuring items like Buckwheat Pancakes with buckwheat and cabbage, and Buckwheat Crepes stuffed with kimchi filling—each menu item invites one to savor the authentic essence of this cherished grain.

Herbnara Farm (허브나라농원)

18.7Km 2024-08-06

225 Heungjeonggyegok-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-335-2902

Herbnara Farm opened in 1996 as the first herb-themed farm in Korea. The farm was started in a deep valley in Pyeongchang by a couple whose age added up to 100 years. At that time, the farm was just a small plot of land, but has expanded to the current 33,000 ㎡ and is one of Pyeongchang's representative tourist attractions. The farm offers ten themed gardens with over 150 herbs such as lavender and sage. Delicious dishes and drinks made with herbs cultivated on the farm are available at the restaurant and cafe. Visitors can also make herbal soap and candles in the herb classroom, and enjoy cultural events throughout the farm.

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