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Samcheok Maengbang Yuchaekkot Village (삼척 맹방유채꽃 마을)

Samcheok Maengbang Yuchaekkot Village (삼척 맹방유채꽃 마을)

18.8Km    8011     2024-03-08

3916-112 Samcheok-ro, Geundeok-myeon, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do

Maengbang Yuchaekkot Village is where one can enjoy the scenic view of canola flowers, cherry blossoms, and the ocean all in one place. Located in Geundeok-myeon, Samcheok, this village was considered as a sacred land during the Goryeo dynasty. Now, it is a village that attracts a flock of visitors every April with beautiful canola flowers. The village also holds a canola flower festival every year to celebrate the beauty of canola flowers that bloom near the 4.2-kilometer stretch of cherry blossom road. 

Samcheok Port – Along Saecheonnyeon Coastal Road (삼척항 - 새천년도로변)

Samcheok Port – Along Saecheonnyeon Coastal Road (삼척항 - 새천년도로변)

19.2Km    10300     2014-10-16

Jeongna-dong Samcheok Port– Along Saecheonnyeon Road, Gyo-dong, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-573-4096,+82-33-575-1330

Leave your car behind and enjoy fishing along the seaside path that winds from the entrance of Samcheok Port to Saecheonnyeon Coastal Road.

Donghae Port Crab King Festa (동해항 크랩킹 페스타)

Donghae Port Crab King Festa (동해항 크랩킹 페스타)

19.5Km    0     2024-04-15

Chuam-dong, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-532-1945

The Donghae Port Crab King Festa takes place annually in April or May near Donghae's major tourist attraction of Chuam Beach. The festival celebrates the fresh crabs and king crab that are harvested near Russia and enter Korea through Donghae Port. 

Bukpyeong Fifth-Day Market (북평민속오일장)

Bukpyeong Fifth-Day Market (북평민속오일장)

19.6Km    31003     2021-07-22

Gumi-dong, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-522-1141

The Bukpyeong Fifth-Day Market takes place in Donghae, and is the largest fifth-day market in Gangwon. The market takes place on days ending in a 3 or an 8. The market began in 1796, and has grown to its current large size. Over 800 vendors sell everything from seafood to clothing and household goods. The market is just 1 kilometer away from Donghaehang Port, providing vendors with the freshest fish. Other local produce available here include mushrooms, foods made with buckwheat, and son kalguksu (house-made noodle soup).

Samtan Art Mine (삼탄아트마인)

Samtan Art Mine (삼탄아트마인)

19.9Km    7802     2022-08-31

1445-44, Hambaeksan-ro, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
82-33-591-3001

Samtan Art Mine is an art complex transformed from an abandoned mine. After being used as a coal mine for 40 years, the mine turned into an art complex in 2001. With more than 100,000 art works on exhibit as well as the harmony between the art installations and the interior, which still maintains elements of the former coal mine, the art mine creates a unique atmosphere that cannot be found elsewhere. With lots to see and the availability of many special programs, Samtan Art Mine offers an unique experience and serves as a great photo spot for tourists.

Samcheok Hoetjip (삼척횟집)

Samcheok Hoetjip (삼척횟집)

19.9Km    28961     2024-02-16

125 Saecheonnyeondo-ro, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
033-574-5240

Located near Samcheok Port, Samcheok Hoetjip is renowned for its excellent mul hoe (cold raw fish soup) and hoe (sliced raw fish). Mul hoe, particularly favored in summer for its cool and refreshing taste, is a highlight here. The seaside parking lot next to the restaurant houses the Isabu Sajabawi Rock. Additionally, Isabu Plaza and its Sky Deck are situated right beside it, offering a scenic walk opportunity to visitors.  

Tteurae Honghapbap (뜰애홍합밥)

Tteurae Honghapbap (뜰애홍합밥)

19.9Km    49     2021-03-30

615, Saecheonnyeon-doro, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-644-0652

It is a place that sells Korean dishes prepared with seasonal ingredients. The best menu at this restaurant is rice with mussels . This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do.