Seongyojang House [Korea Quality] (강릉선교장 [한국관광 품질인증])

14.2Km 2024-02-26

63 Unjeong-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-646-3270

Seongyojang House, an 18th-century Korean nobleman's residence, is situated adjacent to Gyeongpoho Lake—hence its name "Seongyo", denoting "crossing by boat" ("seon" for "boat" and "gyo" for "cross" in Korean). The site preserves numerous artifacts, hosts a museum, and features a traditional Korean garden and pond. Visitors have the opportunity to immerse themselves in traditional Korean culture and stay in a hanok.

Eommason Makguksu (엄마손막국수)

14.2Km 2021-03-25

40, Unjeong-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-10-2604-9101

Makguksu is made of hand-kneaded 100% buckwheat. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. The representative menu is buckwheat noodles.

Gangneung Gyeongpo Beach (강릉 경포해수욕장)

14.2Km 2024-05-23

514 Changhae-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-640-4531

Located 1 kilometer away from Gyeongpodae Pavilion and 6 kilometers from downtown Gangneung, Gyeongpo Beach is a sand bank formed between Gyeongpoho Lake and the ocean. This beach has a beautiful sandy shore that extends to a length of 1.8 kilometers and shallow waters, making it a popular beach attraction. By the beach is a lush pine forest where visitors can enjoy forest bathing. Other activities to enjoy around the area include the cultural art fair that takes place at the beach stage every summer, riding a bike along Gyeongpoho Lake, and hiking the nearby mountains and valleys.

Ojukheon House & Municipal Museum (강릉시 오죽헌/시립박물관)

14.4Km 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.

38th Parallel Rest Stop (38선휴게소)

14.4Km 2025-01-31

1242 Donghae-daero, Hyeonbuk-myeon, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do

The rest stop is located at the 38th Parallel, symbolizing the division of Korea. Gisamunhaebyeon Beach, right above the rest stop, is the place where a commemorative plaque was placed after the 38th parallel was first crossed during the Korean War. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the sea from the rest stop and learn about the history of the war at the exhibition center next to the rest stop.

Ojukheon House (강릉 오죽헌)

14.4Km 2024-05-24

24 Yulgok-ro 3139beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-660-3301

Ojukheon House was where Yi I (penname Yulgok; scholar and politician of the Joseon Period) was born. It was built during the early Joseon dynasty and was designated as a Treasure in 1963 for its historical value.

Inside the house is Mongryongsil, where Yi I was born. The household complex also features the household shrine (Munseongsa), the sarangchae (men's quarters), Eojaegak Pavilion, Yulgok Memorial Hall, and Gangneung Municipal Museum. Since 1961, the city of Gangneung has held a memorial ceremony at Yulgok Memorial Hall from October 25 to 26.

Choryeo Gongbang [Tax Refund Shop] (초려공방)

14.4Km 2024-04-19

24-2, Yulgok-ro 3139beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

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Solhyang Myeongpum Shop [Tax Refund Shop] (솔향명품SHOP)

14.4Km 2024-04-22

24, Yulgok-ro 3139beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

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Ojukheon Evening Performance (오죽헌야간상설공연 오죽헌풍류야)

14.4Km 2024-07-25

24 Yulgok-ro 3139beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-650-2145

The Ojukheon Evening Program is a special event taking place every Friday and Saturday evening from mid-July to late August. Visitors can enjoy the classic, beautiful sounds of traditional Korean music in an equally inspiring location.

Gyeongpo Hanmi Hoetjip (경포한미횟집)

14.5Km 2021-03-26

491, Changhae-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-644-1045

It is a place where you can enjoy fresh fish and Maeuntang (fish stew). The best menu at this restaurant is assorted sliced raw fish. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.

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