Jojongcheongyegok Valley (조종천계곡)

17.6Km 2024-03-20

Sinha-ri, Jojong-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Jojongcheongyegok Valley, known as the second-largest stream in Gapyeong, is a prime destination for water activities due to its wide expanse and plentiful water flow. The clarity and cleanliness of the water make it an excellent spot for fishing and gathering aquatic life like freshwater snails. Along the Jojongcheon Stream, within the mountain lodge tourist area, there are various accommodation options available. These include rental cottages, caravans, and auto campgrounds, offering convenient and diverse lodging choices for visitors looking to stay in the area.

Jatyanggi Purunsup Resort (잣향기푸른숲)

17.8Km 2025-01-17

289-146, Chungnyeong-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-8008-6769

Located in Gyeonggi-do and home to the nation's largest nut pine forest, composed of trees over 80 years old, Jatyanggi Purunsup Resort is a special recreational forest complex where phytoncide emitted from the pine tree forest creates a healing experience. The forest is located between 450 and 600 meters above sea level on Chungnyeongsan and Seorisan Mountains.

Gapyeong Baengnyeonsa Temple (백련사(가평))

18.2Km 2021-05-15

159-50, Saemgol-gil, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-585-3855

Baengnyeonsa Temple is surrounded by mountains, as it is located off Yongmunsan, Myeongjisan, and Daegeumsan Mountains. On each side of the temple, one can also find Unaksan Mountain as well as Cheonmasan Mountain. In addition, just behind the temple are Chungnyeongsan Mountain and Seorisan Mountain.

This temple was built relatively recently, so the temple only has a few cultural treasures. However, as compared to the average temple in Korea, it is distinguished by its well-designed and refined architectures. The decorations in the temple are simple, with no overly vibrant colors nor complicated designs so as to help in seeking peace and inspiration.

The temple is also known for its hiking trails and beautiful scenery offered by the surrounding mountains.

Nakta (나크타)

18.8Km 2024-02-06

137 Mangwol-ro 28beon-gil, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do

Nakta, situated at the base of Dobongsan Mountain, is a bakery café renowned for having the country's largest variety of salted butter rolls. The café's name, "Nakta," draws inspiration from the two peaks of Dobongsan Mountain and the Korean word for camel (Nakta). Their signature offerings include the "Dobongsan Tiger" and "Dobongsan Black Tiger" for salted butter roll; "Baby Butt Bread" for cream bread; and the "Nakta Golden Latte," a coffee infused with tropical fruit flavors.

Suraksan Mountain (수락산)

19.4Km 2021-06-01

San 1-1, Sanggye-dong, Nowon-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2116-3943

Along with the other great mountains near Seoul, Suraksan Mountain has its own unique beauty throughout the year. Its cluster of small peaks is reminiscent of Seoraksan or Wolchulsan Mountains and among its valleys and peaks, a number of treasures unfold. These include Geunnyu, Eunnyu, and Ongnyu Waterfalls, Heungguksa, Naewonsa and Seongnimsa Temples, and Gwesanjeong Pavilion.

One of the most popular hiking courses on Suraksan Mountain is the one that starts from Danggogae Station (Seoul Subway Line 4) and passes Hangnimsa Temple and Yongguram Hermitage. In the springtime, the ridge between Suraksan Mountain and Buramsan Mountain is covered with gorgeous royal azalea blossoms.

Ttakttaguri Youth Center (딱따구리청소년수련원)

19.5Km 2024-02-28

313-44 Hyeonseok-ro, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Ttakttaguri Youth Center is a recreational facility that develops workshop programs for students, groups, organizations, and institutes. The center features two accommodation buildings with 48 rooms, two auditoriums, a smaller auditorium, a lawn playground, a futsal court, a foot volleyball court, a basketball court, a swimming pool, a restaurant, and more. Booking is essential, and reservations can be made via call or email.

Gapyeong Café 109 (가평카페109)

19.5Km 2024-02-19

109 Chungnyeong-ro, Sang-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Gapyeong Café 109 is distinguished by its lush array of plants, including palm trees, which contribute to its unique botanical-themed interior. Due to this verdant setup, the café tends to maintain higher indoor temperatures compared to other establishments. The signature offering at Gapyeong Café 109 is the waffle spänner, an exquisite coffee creation sweetened with sugar syrup and crowned with homemade fresh cream and caramel waffle cookies.

Yangju Snow Festival (양주 눈꽃축제)

19.6Km 2024-12-27

594, Gwonyul-ro, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-80-233-7766

Yangju Snow Festival is hosted by Crown Haetae Confectionary in Crown Haetae Art Valley, one of the most outstanding natural landscapes in Yangju. The festival aims to share and appreciate the beauty of snow.

Hantangang Keunjip (한탄강큰집)

19.8Km 2024-03-18

175 Seonsa-ro, Jeongok-eup, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Hantangang Keunjip, a beloved local restaurant, offers Korean cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Its delectable signature dishes include jangeo gui (grilled eel), minmul maeuntang (spicy freshwater fish stew), and neungi baeksuk (whole chicken soup with shingled hedgehog). For baeksuk (whole chicken soup), there's an option to substitute chicken with duck. In the minmul maeuntang, diners can choose from mandarin fish, Korean bullhead, catfish, and hairy crab. The restaurant prides itself on using fresh vegetables grown in its own nearby fields for the side dishes.

Gamaksan Mountain (Paju) [감악산(파주)]

19.9Km 2024-02-29

48, Gamgol-gil, Jeokseong-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-940-4612

Gamaksan Mountain is popular for its easy-to-climb trails and beautiful scenery. It is home to a suspension bridge 150 m in length, Beomnyunsa Temple, and Ungyepokpo Falls. Paju’s city center can be seen from the summit at a glance. On clear days, one can even see the area around the Military Demarcation Line beyond Imjingang River to the north.

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