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Ganghwado Island (강화도)

Ganghwado Island (강화도)

13.3Km    2023-03-24

Ganghwa-daero, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

Ganghwado Island, off the west coast, is the fifth largest island in Korea. The island was connected to the mainland in 1970 with the construction of the Ganghwagyo Bridge. Another larger bridge, Ganghwadaegyo Bridge, was built in 1997, making it easier than ever to travel to Ganghwado Island from Seoul and Incheon areas. The island is home to Chamseongdan Altar on top of Manisan Mountain on the southern coast. This is said to be where Dangun Wanggeom offered sacrificial rites to the heavens. Another important item of note on Ganghwado Island is the collection of stone dolmens, a UNESCO-recognized world heritage.

Ganghwado Island has many famous local products, including the medicinally effective Ganghwa ginseng and hwamunseok, a mat woven with flower patterns. Hwamunseok is famous also as a representative traditional Korean product for its intricate handwork and designs.

[Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 8] Bird Watching Trail ([강화 나들길 제8코스] 철새 보러 가는 길)

[Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 8] Bird Watching Trail ([강화 나들길 제8코스] 철새 보러 가는 길)

13.4Km    2022-11-11

24, Cheonghadong-gil, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

The Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Trails are a collection of walking paths along the coast of Ganghwa Island that connect the watchtowers and and walls of Ganghwasanseong Fortress, as well as royal tombs and other historically significant sites from the Goryeo dynasty that dot the island.

[Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 8] Bird Watching Trail
Course 8 stretches over a 17.2 kilometer area between Chojijin Fort and Bunoridondae Fortification. Set along the southern coast of Ganghwado Island, this trail showcases the island's natural beauty and history. It is especially popular in summer when the cool ocean breeze blows and in winter when the migratory birds settle in the mud flats.

[Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 7] Setting Sun Trail ([강화 나들길 제7코스] 낙조보러 가는 길)

[Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 7] Setting Sun Trail ([강화 나들길 제7코스] 낙조보러 가는 길)

13.4Km    2022-12-29

24, Cheonghadong-gil, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

The Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Trails are a collection of walking paths along the coast of Ganghwa Island that connect the watchtowers and and walls of Ganghwasanseong Fortress, as well as royal tombs and other historically significant sites from the Goryeo dynasty that dot the island.

[Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 7] Setting Sun Trail
Course 7 stretches over a 20.8-kilometer-long loop from Hwado Parking Lot to Mud Flat Research Center and back. The trail leads through a tunnel of green leaves before opening out onto the mud flat. The mud flat is one of the world's top five mud flats and presents a beautiful view of the ocean and mountains. Bird-watchers will love the chance to see migratory birds fly through each winter.

[Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 6] Birthplace of Hwanam Trail ([강화 나들길 제6코스] 화남생가 가는 길)

[Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 6] Birthplace of Hwanam Trail ([강화 나들길 제6코스] 화남생가 가는 길)

13.4Km    2022-08-18

24, Cheonghadong-gil, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

The Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Trails are a collection of walking paths along the coast of Ganghwa Island that connect the watchtowers and and walls of Ganghwasanseong Fortress, as well as royal tombs and other historically significant sites from the Goryeo dynasty that dot the island.

[Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 6] Birthplace of Hwanam Trail
Course 6 stretches over an 18.8 kilometer area between Ganghwa Bus Terminal and Gwangseongbo Reservoir. The trail passes through fields and forests. Hwanam's hometown is so beautiful, people often say all the flowers that grow in the world can be found here.

[Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 1] Simdo History & Culture Trail ([강화 나들길 제1코스] 심도역사문화길)

[Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 1] Simdo History & Culture Trail ([강화 나들길 제1코스] 심도역사문화길)

13.4Km    2022-09-27

24, Cheonghadong-gil, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

The Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Trails are a collection of walking paths along the coast of Ganghwa Island that connect the watchtowers and and walls of Ganghwasanseong Fortress, as well as royal tombs and other historically significant sites from the Goryeo dynasty that dot the island.

[Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 1] Simdo History & Culture Trail
Course 1 stretches over an 18-kilometer area between Ganghwa Bus Terminal and Gapgot Fortification. The trail includes sites such as Yongheunggung Palace, Ganghwahyanggyo Local Confucian School and an Anglican church. The course is an easy walk, with plenty of areas to stop and explore, as well as restaurants and convenience facilities for an enjoyable stroll.

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13.5Km    2026-06-30

#2211, Cheongna Cube Signature 1st Officetel, 10 Cheongna hannae-ro 100beon-gil, Seohae-gu, Incheon

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Yongheunggung Palace (용흥궁)

Yongheunggung Palace (용흥궁)

13.5Km    2022-07-27

16-1, Dongmunan-gil 21beon-gil, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

Yongheunggung Palace is where King Cheoljong (r. 1849-1863) used to live before his ascension to throne. The chief of Ganghwa County, Jeong Gi-se, enlarged the original residence and named it Yongheunggung (meaning palace of the rising dragon) in the 4th year of King Cheoljong’s reign. Its architectural features include a paljak (traditional Korean half-hipped roof) and supporting columns rendered in Jusimpo style, the column brackets placed only on top of the columns. The palace was built in the tradition of dwelling houses such as the Yeongyeongdang and Nakseonjae houses in Changdeokgung Palace, so the palace buildings give off a simple and plain atmosphere. Within the precincts of the palace are a memorial stone and a monument house indicating that the palace used to be the old home of King Cheoljong.

Manjung Campground (만정캠핑장)

Manjung Campground (만정캠핑장)

13.7Km    2026-06-30

279-20 Yeongjongsunhwan-ro, Yeongjong-gu, Incheon

Manjung Campground, situated on Yeongjongdo Island, offers spacious campsites allowing for undisturbed rest. Adjacent to the campground are fishing areas for both freshwater and sea fishing, making it a favored spot among fishing enthusiasts. Additionally, its proximity to Yeongjongdaegyo Bridge enhances accessibility, and visitors can enjoy spectacular sunset views as well.

Geomdan Prehistory Museum (인천 검단선사박물관)

Geomdan Prehistory Museum (인천 검단선사박물관)

13.9Km    2026-06-30

7, Gosanhu-ro 121beon-gil, Geomdan-gu, Incheon

In 1999, an excavation for cultural relics was carried out in the area of Geomdan. As a result of the excavation, various relics and remains from the Bronze Age and Old Stone Age to the Joseon period were found, leading to the opening of the Geomdan Prehistory Museum on November 27, 2008. The museum showcases the lifestyle of prehistoric times and offers hands-on programs.

Paju Book City (파주 출판도시)

Paju Book City (파주 출판도시)

14.2Km    2024-02-29

Munbal-dong, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Paju Book City was formed in 1989 by a group of publishers who sought to modernize the distribution structure of Korea’s publishing industry. The addition of structures later on created its current form as a cultural complex. Today, Paju Book City is home to a large collection of publishing houses, printing companies, and bookbinding companies. Some publishing houses run their own libraries, secondhand book shops, and thematic libraries. There are plenty of book cafés and art shops in the area, and visitors can also occasionally enjoy cultural events, lectures, and concerts by publishing houses.