Seongmodo Shrubby Sea-blite Habitat (석모도 칠면초 군락지)

13.3 Km 0 2024-02-20

29-3 Maeeum-ri, Samsan-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

Seongmodo Shrubby Sea-blite Habitat is a habitat where a colony of shrubby sea-blite flourishes on tidal flats. Situated on the route to Minmeoru Beach, accessible via the Seongmodaegyo Bridge, this area is known for the robust growth of seepweed, which forms colonies in tidal flats or areas with high salinity. From September to mid-October, the landscape transforms with vibrant reddish-pink flowers, often referred to as the "fall foliage of the sea."

Ganghwa Gyodongdo Island (교동도(강화))

13.7 Km 51959 2021-06-16

35, Gyodongnam-ro, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-32-934-1000

Gyodongdo Island is located northwest of the larger Ganghwado Island, and was made more accessible with the opening of Gyodongdaegyo Bridge in July 2014. The name changed with different dynasties, being Gomokgeunhyeon during the Goguryeo Era and Gyodonghyeon under the reign of Silla King Gyeongdeok. The island served as an important stopover point for ambassadors and envoys heading to China. Popular attractions on the island now include Daeryong Market, an alleyway market decorated with colorful murals and statues, and Manghyangdae Memorial, a gathering place for refugees who fled from the nearby Hwanghaedo Island during the Korean War. Many of the houses on Gyodongdo Island have swallow nests under the eaves. The refugees consider the swallows as guests from their hometowns. As such, the island is home to the "peace & reunion" themed Gyodong Swallow House, Peace Trail, and Gyodong Studio. Gyodong Swallow House serves as an exhibition and performance space. The Peace Trail is a biking path around the island. At Gyodong Studio, visitors can put on old school uniforms and take black-and-white photographs.

Gyodongdo Daeryong Market (교동도 대룡시장)

13.7 Km 4508 2023-11-08

35 Gyodongnam-ro, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-32-934-1000

Daeryong Market is an alley market that reproduces the appearance of Yeonbaek Market to maintain a livelihood for residents who temporarily evacuated from Yeonbaek-gun in Hwanghae-do, to Gyodongdo Island during the Korean War. Gyodongdo Island has been the center of economic development for over 50 years. As most of the displaced elderly who created the market passed away and the population rapidly decreased, the market size also reduced considerably. However, with the opening of Gyodongdaegyo Bridge in July 2014, it has become a must-see course for tourists to take pictures of Daeryong Market, which looks like a movie set in the 1960s. Gyodong Giga Island, also referred to as Gyodong Swallow House, opened in late march of 2022 and provides tour information using intellectual techonology as well as bicycle and smartwatch rental services to tourists. In addition, there are various experience programs such as a VR video experience and "Making Gyodong Newspaper."

Ganghwa Bomunsa Temple (보문사 (강화))

13.9 Km 20880 2023-01-13

44, Samsannam-ro 828beon-gil, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-32-933-8271

Bomunsa Temple is located on Seongmodo Island in the Gangwondo Island district. The temple is on Sangbongsan Mountain, one of three mountains that make up the Samsan-myeon area. Like many temples in Korea, the foundation date is unknown but it is believed to have been founded in 635 during the reign of Silla Queen Seondeok. The temple faces out to the ocean, with the sound of waves reaching all the way to the main building.

The main courtyard is fragrant with the scent of an aromatic tree, designated Incheon Natural Monument No. 17. Beyond the tree is a gathering of Buddhist scuptures and a large grotto.

Aegibong Peak (Gimpo Section) (애기봉 (김포))

14.5 Km 20514 2022-12-29

139, Pyeonghwagongwon-ro, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-988-6128

Aegibong Peak is located at the northern tip of Gimpo city about an hour’s drive from the downtown area. The mountain is where North and South Korea engaged in a fierce battle at the end of the Korean War; after the battle, Korea was divided into two nations. Since the peak is still a restricted area, visitors must present their passport in order to be admitted. From the peak, an open view of North Korean territory unfolds below and visitors can see South Korean territory as far as Songhaksan Mountain in Chungcheongnam-do.

Seongmodo Island Mineral Hot Springs (석모도 미네랄 온천)

14.7 Km 67006 2023-02-09

865-17, Samsannam-ro, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-32-930-7051

Located near Bomunsa Temple, Minmeoru Beach, Seongmodo Island Arboretum, and a recreational forest, Seongmodo Island Mineral Hot Springs is a place where visitors can enjoy hot springs while looking at the West Sea and the view of sunset over the horizon. The sea breeze and sunlight also help to relax one's body and mind.

The spring waters are pure mineral water that gush out from volcanic granite, reaching a temperature of 51℃ with no artificial or chemical additives. It is rich in calcium, potassium, magnesium, and sodium chloride. Various minerals in the hot spring water not only help improve skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis and dryness but are also easily absorbed into the skin to help with beauty, moisturizing, and blood circulation. They are also known to have excellent effects on arthritis and muscle pain.

Gwangseongbo Fortress (광성보)

14.8 Km 35069 2022-07-25

27, Haeandong-ro 466beon-gil, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-32-930-7070

Gwangseongbo Fortress’s outer wall from the Goryeo era was mended in 1618. The fortress was built in 1656 and the outpost was constructed in 1679. It was completely remodeled into a masonry castle with gates in 1745. During Sinmiyangyo (the American invasion in 1871), Gwangseongbo was the fiercest battle ground in Ganghwa. On April 24, 1871, a fleet with 1,230 American naval forces led by Rear Admiral John Rodgers landed on Ganghwado Island to demand the opening of Korea's ports and commerce. The armed forces attacked Chojijin Fortress and Deokjinjin Camp, then marched to Gwangseongbo Fortress, where they engaged in close combat with the warriors of Joseon. Although General Eo Jae-yeon and the other warriors were poorly equipped with far inferior weapons, they bravely fought to the death against the invading forces.

The battlefield ruins of the fortress and the gate towers such as Anhaeru, Gwangseongdon, Sondolmokdon, and Yongdudon were repaired in 1977. The twin tombs of General Eo Jae-Yeon and his brother Eo Jae-seon, along with the anonymous tombs of warriors who died on the battlefield were also honorably arranged at the same time. Furthermore, a stone monument commemorating the restoration of Ganghwa Battlefield was erected on Yongdudondae Post.

In 1988, an extensive rest area was created toward the shore for visitors’ convenience. Gwangseongbo Fortress is presently designated as Historical Relic No. 227. A religious service known as Gwangseongje is held annually to commemorate the patriotic spirits of General Eo Jae-yeon and other unnamed warriors. This service takes place at 11 a.m. on every April 24th of the lunar calendar.

Pyeongane Doenjang (편가네된장)

14.8 Km 218 2021-04-07

11, Ganeungpo-ro 89beon-gil, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-32-937-6479

This is a Korean cuisine located in Ganghwa-gun, Incheon. The representative menu is bibimbap with soybean paste sauce. Bibimbap, one of Korea's representative dishes, with fermented soybean paste sauce.

The Beautiful House With Sunset [Korea Quality] / 노을내리는아름다운집 [한국관광 품질인증]

15.0 Km 269 2020-12-12

993, Samsannam-ro, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-10-6356-0767

The Beautiful House with the Glow of Sunset, located on Seokmodo Island of Ganghwa-gun, is a pension where you can appreciate the beautiful sunset in a quiet room. All its rooms have an ocean view. The pension opened in 2000, and the last episode of “The Baby Book of GOD,” an entertainment program of MBC, was filmed at this place. The interior of all rooms is made of logs and hardwood furniture to have a snug and cozy atmosphere. You can relax by looking at the sea all day long in a room rich in the smell of trees, or you can appreciate the setting sun on the terrace attached to each room. ‘CASAMIA SUNSET,’ a cafe run by the pension, is also a good place to see the sea and the setting sun. On a clear day, you can enjoy the scenery of the West Sea while sitting leisurely at the table on the outdoor deck of the cafe. The highlight of The Beautiful House with the Glow of Sunset is the outdoor BBQ place with an ocean view and the Sunset Garden. You can have a special experience enjoying BBQ while the sun sets beyond the sea. There is also an indoor BBQ place with a wide table and a fireplace; thus, it is possible to enjoy BBQ regardless of season and weather. The Sunset Garden is a wild flower garden tended by the owner of the pension who planted the seedlings himself. Different wild flowers bloom and fall off each season, and there are fruit trees, too. Handmade fruit syrups made with the fruits picked in the garden such as plum and quince are used for the beverage served in the café, of the side dishes to be eaten with Assorted BBQ. Walking along the marine promenade from the Sunset Garden, you will soon get to the beach and the vast mud flat where you can enjoy the charm of the West Sea which shows a varied landscape by the alternation of ebb and flood. If you carry a tool, you can experience the tideland catching clams and crabs. The Seokmodo Mineral Hot Spring, which opened in January of 2017, is frequented by travelers who like to bathe in hot springs.

Largoville [Korea Quality] / 라르고빌 [한국관광 품질인증]

15.3 Km 12329 2021-10-14

27, Haeannam-ro 2845beon-gil, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-10-6786-8868

Largo ville is a rental cottage resort located at the sea of the end of southern west Ganghwado. The unique appearance of the building exterior, made from volcanic stone, and the architecture in harmony with the surrounding scenery always draws attraction. When seen from far away, it seems like it’s floating on the sea. Largo is a musical term meaning ‘in very slow speed.’ There are traces of attention to details in order for guests to have a laid-back time amidst nature. Full-length windows in the lobby, every room, cafe, and restaurant offer view of the sea anywhere in the resort. The 200m outdoor swimming pool and the open-air grassy square stretching toward the sea are signature spaces of largo ville. The sunset seen from here is so beautiful, attracting many who want to shoot scenes against it. Largo ville has 24 rooms in two buildings, Harbor House and Terrace House. Every room in Harbor House is well-equipped with kitchenette, making it relatively spacious and suitable for families. Terrace House, meanwhile, boasts of spacious outdoor terrace in each room and best reflects the operating policy of largo ville, “the space without borders between human and the nature.” Being close to Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 7, guests can readily go for an enjoyable walk along the scenery of Ganghwado.

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