2024-02-13
347 Hwanho-dong, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Hwanho Park stands as Pohang's largest park, situated just behind Yeongildae Beach. This expansive park seamlessly blends the beauty of nature with modern amenities. It offers a wide array of attractions, including a children's playground, the Pohang Museum of Steel Art, charming fountains, a dedicated library for children, and an outdoor stage for various events and performances. Notably, Hwanho Park provides visitors with the opportunity to enjoy breathtaking views of Pohang Steel and the vast expanse of the sea, as well as a unique space walk that evokes a sense of walking in space. Nearby, you'll find additional attractions like the Yeongildae Observatory and the Pohang Marine Park Character Theme Park.
2024-02-13
Gungpyeong-ri, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
Gungpyeongni Beach, featuring a two kilometer long and fifty meter wide sandy shore, offers a variety of activities, including water sports and tidal flat experiences. Visitors can enjoy views of the sunset over the sea from the deck-built Gungpyeong Sunset Trail. Open twenty-four hours, this path is illuminated by scenic lighting at night. As you walk along the path, you'll encounter various sculptures, making it an ideal spot for photography.
2024-02-13
777-17 3.1manse-ro, Paltan-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
Hwaseong City Botanic Garden is home to over 1,100 plant species. The botanical garden includes various structures such as the Four-season Garden, built in Hanok style, an Outdoor Flower Bed, and a Medicinal Plant Garden. The Four-season Garden houses around 300 plant species, including unique ones like the wish-fulfilling Pearlbush Root and Tree Fern. The Outdoor Flower Bed showcases a variety of plants such as Camellia, Azalea, Winged Spindle, and Crape Myrtle. The Medicinal Plant Garden offers insights into the appearance and medicinal properties of various plants traditionally used in herbal remedies.
2024-02-13
888 Sicheong-ro, Paltan-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
Hapy Land is a destination designed for those seeking relaxation through hot springs, saunas, and meals, offering a comprehensive healing experience for both body and mind. The name, inspired by the goddess of water, Hapy, symbolize the abundance of the Nile River in Egypt. It also stands for "Happy Area in Paltan Yulam (HAPY), Hwaseong-si," reflecting its aspirational fuction. The facility provides a variety of amenities, including saunas, a water park, a fountain, a youth pool, a charcoal sauna, foot baths, and an ice sauna, ensuring a wide range of experiences for guests.
2024-02-08
68-32 Dongcheon-ri, Hwayang-eup, Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Namsan Valley finds its source in a modest stream located on the northern slopes of Namsan Mountain in Cheongdo. This charming valley, adorned with rocky cliffs and crystal-clear waters, provides a refreshing respite from the sweltering summer heat. At the entrance to the valley, you'll encounter the Cheongdo Stone Ice Storage, a historical gem and the oldest stone ice storage facility in Korea. Strolling further along the valley, you'll find lines of intriguing rocks, carved with poems, including Chwiam and Ungeumcheon. These natural landmarks served as gathering spots for Seonbi, scholars from the Goryeo and Joseon periods, who came here to revel in the beauty of nature and craft spontaneous poems, fostering a deep appreciation for the arts.
2024-02-13
210 Odeok-ri, Gibuk-myeon, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Pohang Deokdong Culture Village is a picturesque traditional village, renowned for its stunning natural beauty and impeccably preserved old houses. This village has its roots in the Imjin War era, when Jeong Munbu, a civil official of the Joseon dynasty, bestowed his wealth upon his grandson-in-law after returning to Jeonju at the war's conclusion. The village is home to significant cultural properties, including Aeeundang Old House and Saujeong Old House, Yonggyejeong Pavilion, and the Deokgyeseodang Village School. It also houses a Folk Museum, a repository of historical artifacts handed down through generations. The museum's collection includes items such as traditional banknotes, slave ownership papers, and gat (Korean traditional hats), offering a window into the rich cultural heritage and history of the village and its families.
2024-02-13
5 Beodeul-ro 1597beon-gil, Paltan-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
Weolmoon Hot Spring is a natural hot spring where water, with a pH of 9.2, emerges from 700 meters underground as alkaline sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) type. The water is soft and minimally irritating, contributing to smoother skin. It is also effective in treating conditions like neuralgia, rheumatoid arthritis, and allergic dermatitis. The sauna facilities include a hot water bath, open-air bath, cold water bath, showers, and a charcoal sauna.
2024-02-13
61 Gwanmun-ro, Waegwan-eup, Chilgok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
The Order of St. Benedict Waegwan Abbey, established by monks from the German Order of St. Benedict, serves as a sanctuary of peace and spirituality in South Korea. These monks sought refuge during the Korean War, fleeing religious persecution following the closure of the Abbey of the Holy Cross at Yenki in Manchuria and Tokwon Abbey in North Korea. In adherence to the teachings and spirit of St. Benedict, the monks at Waegwan Abbey dedicate themselves to a life of work and prayer, actively participating in Catholic evangelization and social work. Additionally, they contribute to the community through various initiatives, including publishing and printing at Bundo Book, managing farms, and running educational projects.
2024-02-13
24 Sangui-ri, Juwangsan-myeon, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Above Haksodae Cliff in Juwangsan Mountain lie three enchanting waterfalls. The first of these falls goes by the name of Yongchupokpo Falls, where water gracefully meanders through a gorge, enveloped by encircling rocks. Roughly one kilometer further upstream, you'll encounter Jeolgupokpo Falls, accompanied by the tranquil Seonnyeotang Pond below. To the left of Jeolgupokpo Falls stands the grandeur of Yongyeonpokpo Falls, the largest and most magnificent among them. Yongyeonpokpo Falls is also famously referred to as Ssangyongchupokpo Falls, denoting its two distinct torrents of water ('ssang' meaning 'two,' and 'yongchu' signifying 'pond' in Korean). A well-maintained trekking path welcomes visitors, allowing them to explore and ascend to witness these three falls, with a gentle incline that is easily traversed by visitors of all ages.
2024-02-13
434-14 Oncheon-ro, Paltan-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
Yulam Hot Springs, known for keeping a small pond unfrozen even in winter, once served as a communal laundry spot for nearby residents. Revered for its therapeutic properties against eye diseases, skin conditions, and arthritis, it was a popular destination for bathing and healing. The facility includes hot springs, open-air baths, changing rooms, and lounge areas. Accessible through a passage outdoors, the charcoal sauna features high-temperature, medium-temperature, and low-temperature rooms. The site also boasts amenities like a pebble walkway, foot baths, and a convenience store.