Gangwon-do(Samcheok-si)


Gangwon-do(Goseong-gun)

Ocean To You (formerly Koresco Sampo Resort) is located in an area surrounded by sweetbrier, a dense pine forest and a clean, sandy beach with shallow water. Situated along the beach, Ocean To You offers ocean views all year long.


Gangwon-do(Jeongseon-gun)

The four-kilometer stretch from Hwapyoju (화표주) to Morundae Cliff (몰운대), surrounded with 100 to 150-meter high rock cliffs and thick forest, is called Sogeumgang River (소금강, small Geumgang River), meaning that its beautiful scenery is reminiscent of that of the breathtaking Geumgang Mountain.


Gangwon-do(Gangneung-si)

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


Gangwon-do(Chuncheon-si)

Located on Namiseom Island in Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do, Imagine Nami is a store specializing in handmade crafts. Talented craftsmen based on Namiseom Island began producing works, and Imagine Nami became the place for selling their works, including various accessories made of leather and natural stones, glass crafts, fabric products, paintings, and other design works. Most artifacts deal with natural themes and stories about Namiseom Island. The recent collection features various handicrafts containing the image of Snowman, the representative icon of Namiseom Island, and artifacts include tea cups, candle holders, memo holders, magnets, ceramics, and other decorative interior items. At the entrance, the store sells snacks made by Namiseom Island’s own brands; the other section displays handicrafts from Namiseom Island and other handmade artifacts made by external artists, toys, daily goods, and more. The hanok-style store carrying the charm of the island has served as a popular photo zone for visitors. Namiseom Island is a small island that can be reached via boat, and the boat fare is inclusive of admission to the island. To visit Imagine Nami, visitors are required to enter Namiseom Island; while there, they can enjoy various cultures and convenience facilities.


Gangwon-do(Donghae-si)

Located in Donghae-si, Gangwon-do, Motel Nice has good accessibility as it is adjacent to Donghae City Hall. Into the lobby, you can see wide front desk and rooms are rather wide and clean for your comfortable stay. Internet line is installed in entire rooms, and common PC is installed in the lounge which is useful for business travelers. As Hanseom Beach is near and Mukho lighthouse is located in 10 minutes distance by car, it can be a good tourist attraction.


Gangwon-do(Pyeongchang-gun)

Located in Pyeongchang, Gangwon-do, Moon Hotel is an 4-story building. Tiny rooms are always well managed in clean state, and there are double bed room, twin bed room and Ondol room. Around the resort, there are Phoenix Park, Yongpyeong Ski Resort, Seongwoo Ski Resort, Heungjeong Valley, Palseokjeong, and Geumdang Valley for rafting as well as cultural spaces such as Pyeongchang Mui Art Museum and the birthplace of Lee Hyo Seok. There are many things to see and enjoy especially in the fall such as Bongpyeong Buckwheat Flower Festival.


Gangwon-do(Donghae-si)

Hotel Picasso, located near Donghae of Gangwon-do, has 4 different types of rooms – Korean-style rooms, western-style rooms, special rooms, and villa-style rooms. The villa-style rooms are similar to condominiums in that guests can cook inside or outside in the barbeque area. Other amenities include breakfast (rice porridge) and the Picasso Theater. Nearby tourist sites include Cheongok Cave, Daegeumgul Cave, and Hwanseongul Cave.


Gangwon-do(Wonju-si)


Gangwon-do(Pyeongchang-gun)

Sangwonsa Temple is located 8km north of Woljeongsa Temple. Stories are told that Sangwonsa Temple was built by Buddhist monk Ja Jang (590~658) in 643, in the 12th year of Silla Queen Seon-Deok, and others say that it was built by Bocheon and Hyo-myeong, the sons of King Sin-Mun (reign 681~692), the 31st king of the Silla Kingdom. It was rebuilt in 705 during the 4th year of King Seong-Deok's reign (702∼737). However, in 1946 it was burnt down in a fire, but later restored once again in 1947. Only a Bell Pavillon remained during this period until the building was rebuilt after Korea’s Independence Day. The oldest relic left today is Dongjong (National Treasure No.36), Munsu Child Figure, and the Jungchang, the promotion of virtue in rebuilding Sangwonsa Temple, written by the 7th king of the Joseon Dynasty King Sejo (reign 1455∼1468).At the entrance is a site called Gwandaegeori, named after the story about how King Se-Jo would hang his royal garments here when he took baths. Also, there is the Munsu Child Figure where the story of King Sejo and monk Munsu comes from. As National Treasure No. 221, the official name is Sangwonsa Munsu Wooden Seated Child Figure. At Sangwonsa Temple, there are other pieces other than the Munsu Child figure. The 91cm diameter Sangwonsa Dongjong was established in 725, in the 24th year of Silla King Seong-Deok. It is famous for its beautiful bell sound and the delicately carved Juakbicheon figure but nowadays it sits silent in order to preserve the bell.Sangwonsa Temple is located at Jungdaeam on the way to Jeokmyeolbogung in the Mt.Odaesan Birobong Peak direction. At the 2km southwest point is a hermitage where Utongsu Stream, the origin of the Hangang river, flows. Jeokmyeolbogung is a reliquary which possesses the bonesetting relics of Buddha, which was brought by monk Ja Jang from Tang (China).