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Joinus - Gangneung Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (강릉 조이너스)

7.3Km    2024-04-19

8, Geumseong-ro 22beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

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Gangneung Jungang Market (강릉 중앙시장)

7.3Km    2024-05-24

21 Geumseong-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

A representative traditional market of Gangwon State, Gangneung Jungang Market was registered as a permanent market in 1980. The market has expanded beyond the constraints of the building to include nearby shops and vendors who set up shop along the alleyways and streets, providing visitors with the opportunity to see the freshest produce available in the area.

1001 Optics [Tax Refund Shop] (1001안경콘택트)

7.3Km    2024-04-22

2110, Gyeonggang-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

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Homeplus - Gangneung Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 강릉)

7.4Km    2024-04-16

2120, Gyeonggang-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

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Noam Tunnel (노암터널)

Noam Tunnel (노암터널)

7.6Km    2024-05-02

Noam-dong, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Noam Tunnel is a hidden attraction of Gangneung, stretching from Ipam-dong to Jungang Market. The old train tunnel was put out of use with the construction of the newer KTX line, and has now become a must-see attraction along the Gangneung Bau-gil Trail.

Daegwallyeong Yangtte Ranch (대관령양떼목장)

7.6Km    2024-12-30

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

Daegwallyeong Yangtte 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.

Gangneunghyanggyo Local Confucian School (강릉향교)

Gangneunghyanggyo Local Confucian School (강릉향교)

7.7Km    2025-02-04

29 Myeongnyun-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Hyanggyo (local Confucian school) is an educational institution from the Joseon era. It housed memorial tablets for esteemed Confucian scholars, such as Confucius and Mencius, and hosted commemorative services. Gangneunghyanggyo consists of traditional hanok buildings, including Daeseongjeon Shrine, used for rites; Myeongryundang Lecture Hall, a space for education; and the East (Dongjae) and West (Seojae) Dormitories, where students resided. Today, Seokjeon (rite to honor Confucius and Confucian scholars) is held every spring and fall.

The Beauty Hotel / 더뷰티호텔

The Beauty Hotel / 더뷰티호텔

7.9Km    2025-03-31

19 , Okcheon-ro 62beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-647-3385, +82-10-4752-2095

The Beauty Hotel, just 5-minutes’ walk from Gangneung Station in Gangwon-do, offers a range of rooms to suit different customers. A breakfast of cereal, yogurt, bread, eggs, and coffee is provided. Gangneung tourist information and a bicycle/electric scooter rental service are both available at the front desk. The hotel’s central location makes it a good base for exploring Gangneung; Jungang Market is reachable on foot.

Ojukheon House & Municipal Museum (강릉시 오죽헌/시립박물관)

Ojukheon House & Municipal Museum (강릉시 오죽헌/시립박물관)

8.0Km    2022-12-26

24, Yulgok-ro 3139beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-640-3301

Ojukheon House, a Treasure, is an important house which shows the lifestyle and architectual style of the early Joseon dynasty. It is one of the oldest preserved Korean houses. Yulgok Yi-I, one of Korea's most noted scholars, was born here to Sin Saimdang. In rememberance of his birth, the Yulgok Festival is held annually at Ojukheon. There are many traditional materials and regional remains which are displayed in the private museum. A painting of Yulgok is hanging in Munseongsa (the ancestral shrine of Yulgok). More artwork by the Yulgok family are on display in the Yulgok Memorial Hall. In addition, various Buddhist artwork, ceramics, pictures and common living appliances are on display in the Folk Tradition Hall, History Culture Hall, and the outdoor exhibition area.

Gangenung Ojuk Hsnok Village (강릉오죽한옥마을)

Gangenung Ojuk Hsnok Village (강릉오죽한옥마을)

8.0Km    2024-12-19

114 Jukheon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-655-1117

Gangneung Ojuk Hanok Village in Gangneung, Gangwon-do was created to promote hanok architecture and to spread the ideas of Joseon scholar Yulgok Yi I; close by is Ojukheon House, the home of Yi I and his equally famous mother Shin Saimdang. Many types of accomodation are offered including guestrooms, standalone houses, duplex rooms, and one room equipped with a bed and facilities for disabled visitors. There is even a small lecture hall for the use of overnight guests. Gyeongpo Lake and Gangneung Olympic Park (where PyeongChang Winter Olympics were held) are also nearby.