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Alpensia Resort (알펜시아 리조트)

7.1Km    56756     2021-03-11

325, Solbong-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-339-0000

Alpensia Resort, located approx. 184 kilometers from Seoul in Daegwallyeong, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do, is a tourism & leisure complex open year round. The resort allows visitors to enjoy the area’s pristine natural beauty throughout each of the four seasons. The name "Alpensia" is a combination of the words "Alpen," (German for the Alps), "Asia," and "Fantasia;" together they reflect the resort’s scenic view of the "fantastic Alps of Asia."

The complex boasts a variety of super deluxe luxury accommodations and top-notch leisure facilities such as a 45-hole golf course, convention center, water park and ski slopes. The resort successfully hosted the IBU Biathlon World Cup Pyeongchang in 2008 and boasts excellent ski jump and biathlon facilities, a monorail, cross-country ski slopes, and a large stadium. After a hard day out on the slopes or golf course, visitors can head to the sky lounge, ecology learning center, or Retail Village shopping mall. The resort is also adjacent to many other tourist attractions such as Odaesan Mountain, Samyang Sheep Ranch, Korea Botanic Garden, Lee Hyo-Seok Memorial Hall, and Herbnara Farm.

Pyeongchang Hanu Village Daegwallyeong Restaurant (평창한우마을대관령식당)

Pyeongchang Hanu Village Daegwallyeong Restaurant (평창한우마을대관령식당)

7.2Km    1     2023-12-07

5195-25 Gyeonggang-ro, Daegwallyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Pyeongchang Hanu Village Daegwallyeong Restaurant is a large meat market-style restaurant located one minute's drive from Hoenggye Interchange. The market handles all sorts of hanu (Korean beef) cuts from sirloin, tenderloin, striploin, brisket, and more. Customers can pick and buy their own meat and take it to the restaurant. Located within five to ten minutes' drive are popular Daegwallyeong vacation destinations such as Alpensia Resort and Yongpyong Resort.

Daegwallyeong Sheep Ranch (대관령 양떼목장)

Daegwallyeong Sheep Ranch (대관령 양떼목장)

7.3Km    96170     2024-02-28

483-32 Daegwallyeongmaru-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Daegwallyeong Sheep Ranch is situated at an elevation of 920 meters, sprawling across 205,000 square meters of open grassland. The sheep roam freely throughout the year, except in winter, allowing visitors to wander the trails and watch the flock in their natural setting. For those looking to interact more directly, there is an option to participate in a feeding experience, where visitors can feed hay to the sheep. A 1.2-meter-long circular walkway encircles the sheep grazing field, and a leisurely stroll along this path takes about 40 minutes. The ranch is also known for its numerous scenic photo opportunities. Additionally, a wildlife habitat community is established at the center of the ranch, enhancing its ecological appeal.

Pyeongchang Uiyaji Wind Village (평창 의야지 바람마을)

7.6Km    30097     2021-01-28

137, Kkotbadyangji-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-336-9812

Pyeongchang Uijaji Wind Village is located at the top of Daegwallyeong Pass. The village is a sight to see in winter when covered in snow. Throughout the year, visitors can join in various activities such as making cheese or ice cream.

Music in PyeongChang (평창대관령음악제)

Music in PyeongChang (평창대관령음악제)

7.6Km    19123     2022-08-09

325, Solbong-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-33-240-1363

Music in PyeongChang is dedicated to inspire the audience with the passion for music and build a foundation for future musicians. The festival welcomes all who love music with a variety of music programs that take place among the beautiful nature of Gangwon-do.

1975 Yeonggyeguksu The deungsim(1975영계국수The등심)

1975 Yeonggyeguksu The deungsim(1975영계국수The등심)

8.1Km    68     2021-04-16

296, Solbong-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-10-8418-5557

It is a restaurant where you can enjoy fresh meat as it is also a butcher’s shop. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do. The representative menu is sausage stew.

Daegwallyeong Garden ( 대관령가든 )

Daegwallyeong Garden ( 대관령가든 )

8.3Km    87     2021-03-20

5087, Gyeonggang-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-333-8870

It’s a restaurant that’s easy to access from tourist attractions. The best menu at this restaurant is dried pollack hot pot. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do.

Daegwallyeong Sky Ranch (대관령 하늘목장)

9.6Km    16309     2024-07-11

458-23 Kkotbadyangji-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-322-8061

Daegwallyeong Sky Ranch, located in the highlands of Daegwallyeong Pass, is an environmentally friendly ranch that raises over 400 cows, sheep, and horses. Visitors can easily view the ranch by riding a tractor, completing one circut in 45 minutes. The view of the ranch and surrounding area is best seen from the sky deck observatory. The ranch also features themed walking paths and activities including horseback riding and feeding baby animals.

Daegwallyeong National Recreational Forest (국립 대관령자연휴양림)

Daegwallyeong National Recreational Forest (국립 대관령자연휴양림)

10.3Km    47233     2022-06-20

133, Sampoam-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-641-9990

Daegwallyeong National Recreational Forest divides Gangwon Province from east to west and is known for its famous pine tree forests. It was designated as a suitable resting place to enjoy as it’s harmoniously situated in a valley surrounded by lush vegetation. Beautiful view of Gangneung and the East Sea can be seen day and night.

Daegwallyeong Samyang Farm (대관령 삼양목장)

Daegwallyeong Samyang Farm (대관령 삼양목장)

11.4Km    1     2023-12-22

708-9, Kkotbatyangji-gil, Daegwallyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Spanning the highlands at altitudes ranging from 850 to 1,500 meters, Daegwallyeong Samyang Farm is recognized as the most expansive in Asia. The farm welcomes visitors with refreshing, pure breeze and wide-open pastures, a perfect setting for a nature excursion. The Farm is a sanctuary for gentle herbivores like sheep, cows, and ostriches, living freely in this pristine environment. Wander along five distinct trails—each with its own theme, including the Hill of Wind, Leisure in the Forest, Memories of Love, Walk in the Meadow, and Rest of the Mind. Visitors will encounter animal interaction centers, open grazing fields, and wind turbines dotting the landscape, all set against a backdrop free from high rises to ensure an unspoiled atmosphere during their exploration. The farm offers more than beautiful views; it’s a place where one can interact and engage with nature. Seize the chance to feed ostriches and sheep, and if the time is right, visitors can witness the impressive sheepdog performance, where breeds like Border Collies, Malinois, and Kelpies skillfully herd the sheep.