Hanteo Pony Farm (한터 조랑말농장)
2021-03-19
110, Daedae-ro, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-332-3695
Hanteo Pony Farm is a farm where children and families can experience aspects of farm life such as planting crops and attending to the needs of farm animals. During weekdays, the farm hosts learning activities specifically for groups of children from kindergartens and elementary schools. During weekends, it is a popular destination for families to come and enjoy farm life.
Mulhyanggi Arboretum (물향기수목원)
2025-01-08
211, Cheonghak-ro, Osan-si, Gyeonggi-do
Mulhyanggi Arboretum is located in Sucheong-dong of Osan, Gyeonggi-do, known since the past to have clear flowing water. The arboretum is 34 hectare in size with 19 different themed gardens with over 1,920 different plants and flowers.
Sangseung Observation Post (First Tunnel) (상승전망대(제1땅굴))
2024-02-06
Baeknyeong-ri, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do
Sangseung Observation Post is a popular security tourism destination, providing a unique vantage point to observe enemy activities near the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). Due to its location within the DMZ, the actual First Tunnel is inaccessible; however, a full-size model is available at the nearby Sangseung Observation Post. Visitors are required to apply seven days in advance and present identification at the post for access.
Jeongok-ri Prehistoric Site - Hantangang River Geopark (연천 전곡리 유적-한탄강 국가지질공원)
2021-07-20
1510, Yangyeon-ro, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do
The Jeongok-ri Prehistoric Site is the prime site on the Korean peninsula for the study of Paleolithic relics, and was unearthed after the discovery of a stone implement by an American soldier who was visiting an amusement park near Hantangang River in the winter of 1978. It was identified as an Acheulean Paleolithic stone implement by an expert, and gained the attention of paleontologists from around the world. The Jeongok-ri Prehistoric Site is situated on a basalt deposit that was likely formed during the Precambrian era. With the discovery of soil wedge and tephra indicating the top layer to be estimated at least 20,000 years old, the region is also considered highly valuable among geologists.
Silleuk Temple Resort (신륵사관광지)
2021-11-05
73, Silleuksa-gil, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
The Silleuksa Temple Resort features countless relics and remains, awe-inspiring scenery, the Geumeun Sand Zone, and Silleuksa Temple. Silleuksa Temple is also referred to as the byeokjeol (‘walled temple’ because it has a pagoda made entirely of bricks). The pagoda was erected by the renowned Buddhist monk Wonhyo during the Silla Kingdom, and is visited by many who are drawn to the beautiful natural scenery along the banks of the Namhangang River, which is served by convenient transportation.
Yeoju Ceramic Art Complex (여주도예단지)
2021-07-21
254, Yeoyang-ro, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-887-2868
According to historic records, ceramics have been developed here since the early days of the Joseon dynasty, as the nation’s best materials for making ceramics, such as clay, white clay, and Kaolin, were produced around Ssarisan Mountain in Bungnae-myeon. Mid-standing artists here study the process of making traditional ceramics as well as more novel works that utilize unconventional methods. Yeoju Ceramic Art Complex not only provides high quality ceramics, it offers visitors a chance to see the process of making art pieces. There are over 60 personal exhibition halls with various styles of ceremics. Every May, there is a festival for visitors to enjoy.
Yongmunsan Resort (용문산 관광지)
2021-12-06
Sinjeom-ri, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
Yongmunsan Mountain in Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi-do, is comprised of Doilbong Peak, Baegunbong Peak, and other peaks. The resort shares the area with various cultural relics such as Yongmunsa Temple; Yongmunsa Temple’s gingko tree; a stupa containing a relic of the Buddha, a monument of the reverend monk Jeongji; and the Yongmunsan Mountain area’s war record monument. The resort area is frequented by visitors throughout all four seasons but is especially popular in the fall because of the yellow-tinged gingko tree of Yongmunsa Temple (a Natural Monument).
A 2 kilometers trek through the valley from Yongmunsa Temple will bring you to Yonggakbawi Rock, shaped like a dragon’s horn, halfway up the mountain. 1km away from Yonggakbawi Rock lays a huge boulder, Court Rock, on which 100 people can easily sit at the same time. There is also an amusement park that provides great entertainment for children, consisting of a rapid ride, a Viking-boat, a merry-go-round, bumper cars, a family coaster, and other rides.
Thirty minutes from Yongmunsa Temple is Jungwon Valley that looks small when seen from the outside, but leads to the mountain’s summit where you can enjoy a superb view. And only another fifteen minutes walk will bring you to the three-tiered Jungwon Falls where you can enjoy the sound of crashing waters and feel the cooling mists that rise from the base of the falls.
Ilyeong Herbland (일영허브랜드)
2021-08-17
346-26, Iryeong-ro, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-871-4387
Ilyeong Herbland offers picturesque scenery, combining both natural and man-made beauty with herbal gardens resting on a wide outdoor field. Ilyeong Herbland is comprised of an herbal botanical garden, herbal shop, well-being corner, restaurant, outdoor garden, and walking paths. Visitors can buy herbal plants and can also have various herbal teas and boiled rice with herbal flowers.
Hantangang River Resort (한탄강 관광지)
2021-12-14
76, Seonsa-ro, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do
The area surrounding the Hantangang River is filled with countless volcanic rocks from past volcanic activity. These rocks are basaltic, and are commonly called gombo (a face with chicken pox marks) rock because they are covered with small holes that form from air bubbles when volcanic lava cools rapidly. The surrounding scenery of the Hantangang River area is truly breathtaking and is also the site of a famous amusement park. The Hantangang River Resort, located in the lower region of the Hantangang River, stretches along 1.5 kilometers of the river's shore between the Saranggyo Bridge and the Hantangyo Bridge in Jeongok-ri, Yeoncheon-gun. The Hantangang River flows from the Pyeonggang River in North Korea and through through Cheorwon, Pocheon and Yeoncheon and eventually joins the Imjingang River. The river features many scenic points including a large valley with cliffs that consist of many rare rocks. The resort is a great place for rest and relaxation, and has facilities for the whole family, maintaining campsites for cars and motor homes, a dinosaur-themed Children’s Character Park, Children’s Transportation Land, a water park, an ecological pond, and a soccer field. Additionally, the Goseokjeong Pavilion and Sundam Valley are located nearby upstream.
Yongmunsa Temple (용문사(용문산))
2025-06-30
782 Yongmunsan-ro, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
Yongmunsa Temple is located about 9 kilometers northeast from Yongmun Station on the Jungang line. It was built during the Silla Kingdom and reconstructed during the reign of King Sejong of the Joseon dynasty. It was badly damaged during the Korean War, but was restored and now consists of three buildings, the main hall, Daeungjeon Hall, and the bell tower. Its courtyard contains the largest ginkgo tree in Asia, which is 1,100 years old, measures 60 meters in x_height and 14 meters in circumference and is designated and protected as a Natural Monument. Legend says the great Buddhist Monk Uisang, who lived during the Silla Kingdom, stuck his staff in the earth, and the tree grew out of the simple staff.
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