Yeongwol Donggang Hanu (영월동강한우)

9.5Km 2024-04-02

65 Hasongan-gil, Yeongwol-eup, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do

Korean beef from Gangwon State is known for its taste and nutrition. The place is a Korean beef restaurant in Yeongwol. It has a separate butcher shop selling just meat and a self-service dining area, so the price is reasonable. There is a service charge of 5,000 won for guests 14 years and older and 3,000 won for elementary school students. Meat can be purchased at the butcher in the cut and texture of one's choice, ensuring high levels of satisfaction. Extras and sides (beef tartare, bulgogi, cold buckwheat noodles, soybean paste jjigae, etc.) and A La Carte (rice soup, beef bone soup, beef tartare bibimbap, etc.) are also available.

Byeolmaro Observatory (별마로천문대)

9.7Km 2025-08-07

397 Cheonmundae-gil, Yeongwol-eup, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do

Byeolmaro is a public astronomical observatory built on the peak of Bongnaesan Mountain (alt. 799.8 m) in Yeongwol. The term "Byeolmaro" combines the words byeol (star), ma (peak) and ro (peaceful). Together, they collectively represent the wish to view stars in a clean and peaceful environment. The observatory has a variety of telescopes, including one with a diameter of 80 centimeters. The observatory also has accommodation facilities, audio & visual rooms, and a lecture hall, making it suitable for educational programs.

Yundaechun Rafting (연대천래프팅)

10.6Km 2022-10-17

78-4, Seopsae-gil, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-372-3398

Yundaechun Rafting offers group rafting, survival games, and ATV on Korea's most beautiful and challenging waters of the Donggang River.

Yeongwol Donggang River (동강(영월))

11.3Km 2024-04-22

826 Donggang-ro, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-370-2429

The Donggang River flows through Gangwon State, starting at the point where Odaecheon Stream and Joyanggang River meet and flows into the Namhangang River. The Donggang River spans an area of 60 kilometers from Jeongseon to Yeongwol. It is a well-preserved river, left untouched due to the strong current of the waters and the rugged geography of the mountains. It follows a snaky path splitting the chiseled cliffs surrounding it.

Youngwol Y Park (젊은달와이파크)

11.6Km 2024-01-09

1467-9 Songhakjucheon-ro, Jucheon-myeon, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do

Youngwol Y Park is a complex art space that recreated the Sulsaem Museum, which opened in 2014, into a regeneration space that combines contemporary works of art, museums, and workshops. This newly created contemporary art space was planned by sculptor Choi Ok-yeung. Located in Jucheon-myeon’s untouched beautiful nature, the space is composed of Red Bamboo, Red Pavilion, and Jupiter, which are works using the signature red color of Choi Ok-yeung. The artist designed the space according to various themes, such as life, space, and regeneration, intending to evoking various feelings within visitors through viewing and experience. It is a huge art museum and land art space divided into 11 landscapes, and it's worth taking the time to look around slowly.

Jecheon Sikdang (제천식당)

11.7Km 2024-02-16

3 Docheon-gil, Jucheon-myeon, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do

This restaurant in Yeongwol specializes in buckwheat noodles, handling every step of the noodle-making process in-house. These freshly made noodles are the key ingredient in the restaurant's signature dish, kkolttu guksu (Gangwon buckwheat noodle soup), a traditional folk dish of Gangwon-do. The dish is known for its mild and savory flavors, making it a great option for those who prefer to avoid spicy food. In addition to kkolttu guksu, the restaurant also offers makguksu (buckwheat noodles) and naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles).

JOGYUNDANG [Korea Quality] / 조견당[한국관광 품질인증]

12.0Km 2024-07-24

27, Gogaok-gil, Jucheon-myeon, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-372-7229

Located in Jucheon-myeon, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon Province, Jogyeondang (House of Kim Jong-gil) is a traditional “hanok” stay. The nine rooms of the house follow the traditional “hanok” format. Anchae, the inner building with nearly 200 years of history, is dignified and elegant as befitting of its age. The majestic rafters of the building were built from 800-year-old trees, and the “daecheongmaru” raised floor has a sheen from years of care. Sarangchae and Byeolchae, restored in 2007 and 2009, respectively, make up for their relative lack of historical weight with freshness and convenience. The Inner Sarangchae faces the Anchae and the courtyard, while the Outer Sarangchae connects to a space with floor tables, cushions, and bookcases for drinking tea or reading. Guests staying in the three rooms in the Outer Sarangchae and the Anchae Geonneonbang rooms must use a shared bathroom, while other rooms come with private bathrooms. The uniqueness of Jogyeondang lies in its extensive cultural program, which ranges from tea ceremonies to soirees in the historical building. The complex’s manager has many stories to tell about the history of the house and its construction. Breakfast is also available upon reservation and payment, and English and Chinese services are provided for international visitors.

Jucheon Mukjip (주천묵집)

12.0Km 2024-02-16

1282-11 Songhakjucheon-ro, Jucheon-myeon, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
02-3295-0312

This restaurant specializes in traditional Gangwon folk dishes, including ongsimi (potato ball soup). Ongsimi features handmade dough balls crafted from ground potatoes, boiled in a vegetable soup. The unique texture of the potato balls combined with the light yet rich flavors of the vegetable broth creates a delightful culinary experience. Another favorite at the restaurant is the crispy gamja jeon (potato pancake). These dishes are accompanied by musaengchae (julienne radish fresh salad), a soy sauce-based sauce, and a selection of side dishes that complement the flavors of the main course.

Eorayeon Valley -Gangwon Paleozoic Geopark (어라연-강원고생대 국가지질공원)

12.6Km 2022-12-29

259 , Eorayeon-gil, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-372-1705

A beautiful and mysterious valley located 12 km up the Donggang River, Eorayeon Valley is renowned for its clean waters and for the many fish that inhabit it. The valley has beautiful rock formations and a dense pine forest that were designated as the National Scenic Spot in December 2004. It is one of Korea's most popular sites for rafting, followed by Naerincheon Creek and Cheorwon's Hantangang River. The trail to Eorayeon through Jatbong Peak is also quite popular (approx. 3 hours).

Trouts House (평창송어양식장 (송어의집))

13.2Km 2024-02-19

19-4 Araetsangni-gil, Pyeongchang-eup, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
033-332-0505

Trouts House is a unique establishment that combines a trout hoetjib with a trout farm. They meticulously maintain an optimal environment for trout farming, which yields fish with a chewy texture, free from any fishy aftertaste, and characterized by a delicate, clean flavor. The restaurant offers various trout dishes for guests to enjoy. Options include muchim where trout is mixed with vegetables, soybean powder, sesame oil, and minced garlic, and deopbap, where trout is served over rice. In addition to songeo hoe (sliced raw trout), their menu also features songeo gui (grilled trout), songeo twigim (deep-fried trout), and a dish with thistle rice.

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