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Gusan Martyrs' Shrine (구산성지)

Gusan Martyrs' Shrine (구산성지)

12.2Km    2024-02-08

387-16 Mangwol-dong, Hanam-si, Gyeonggi-do

Gusan Martyrs' Shrine, located in Gusan Village, named for its turtle-shaped mountain, is a Catholic holy site. It houses the graves of nine martyrs, including Kim Seongwoo Antonio. The history of the martyrs, their persecution, and their lives, imbued with a spirit of martyrdom, attract Catholic pilgrims to the site. The area's picturesque landscaping also makes it a favored location for TV drama, commercial, and film productions.

Water Garden (물의정원)

Water Garden (물의정원)

12.3Km    2023-07-27

398 , Bukhangang-ro, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Namyangju Water Garden was created as a waterside ecological park with a vast area of ​​484,188 ㎡ created by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport as part of the Hangang River Restoration Project in 2012. For residents living nearby, the water garden is a neighborhood park visited to enjoy jogging and riding along the promenade and bicycle path. It is also a great tourist destination for travelers.

Chi-ong Art Center (취옹예술관)

Chi-ong Art Center (취옹예술관)

12.8Km    2024-08-01

300 , Sumogwon-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

The Chi-ong Art Museum is a cultural space spreading up the slope of Cheongnyeongsan Mountain in Gapyeong, Gyeonggi-do. The site incorporates an art gallery, meeting rooms, a Korean restaurant and hanok lodgings. Inside the lofty gate is a spacious yard, pavilion and pond, and a wooden veranda and tea room at the top. Visitors can experience a traditional tea ceremony, cloth dyeing, and mask making, rice cake and tofu makingl and boudoir handicrafts. With no TV or Internet, this is a place of peace and quiet.

Misari Speedboat Park (미사리 경정공원)

Misari Speedboat Park (미사리 경정공원)

13.1Km    2021-07-05

505, Misa-daero, Hanam-si, Gyeonggi-do

Misari Speedboat Park was created for use in rowing and sailing competition during the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games. The park features various other sports facilities around the lake, including a 5 kilometer-long bike course, soccer fields and footvolley courts. Other amenities include pavilions and snack bars, making this place loved by locals as a place to relax and play.

East Nine Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (구리 동구릉 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

13.2Km    2024-03-20

197 Donggureung-ro, Guri-si, Gyeonggi-do

The East Nine Royal Tombs, situated on the eastern outskirts of Hanyang (the Joseon dynasty capital), represent a significant collection of nine royal burial sites. This area serves as the final resting place for seven kings and ten queens from the Joseon era. The surrounding forest paths are accessible to the public during the spring and fall seasons. Additionally, the East Nine Royal Tombs Healing Culture and Arts Festival takes place here every autumn, offering a blend of cultural and artistic experiences.

Cheongpyeong Recreational Forest (청평자연휴양림)

Cheongpyeong Recreational Forest (청평자연휴양림)

13.3Km    2024-08-12

8-6 Bukhangang-ro 2246beon-gil, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Cheongpyeong Recreational Forest boasts a pristine natural landscape, fresh mineral water, and leisurely walking trails for visitors to rest from the hustle and bustle of the city life. The sight of Cheongpyeongho Lake and the surrounding trees of different kinds offer beautiful varying landscapes throughout the year. The forest is a perfect location for family as well as group retreats.

Muljoeun Barge (물조은빠지)

Muljoeun Barge (물조은빠지)

13.4Km    2024-02-14

55-2 Daeseong-ri, Cheongpyeong-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Muljoeun Barge, nestled along the Bukhangang River, boasts instructors with an impressive average of 15 years of experience in water sports, making it an excellent place for learners.
Despite its modest size, the facility is well-appointed with amenities like shower rooms, changing areas, and toilets, complete with the convenience of towels and hairdryers. A shop is available on-site offering snacks and refreshments. The space is neatly arranged and fully furnished with lounging areas and sunbeds, providing a peaceful setting for family or friends. Beyond classic activities such as water skiing, wakeboarding, and mono-skiing, the center also features a variety of playful water equipment, allowing visitors to fully engage with the natural environment and enjoy splashing around in the river.

Jatyanggi Purunsup Resort (잣향기푸른숲)

Jatyanggi Purunsup Resort (잣향기푸른숲)

13.4Km    2025-01-17

289-146, Chungnyeong-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

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.

The Hyooshik Aank Hotel Guri (더휴식 아늑호텔 구리점)

The Hyooshik Aank Hotel Guri (더휴식 아늑호텔 구리점)

13.6Km    2025-04-24

81-7 Angol-ro, Guri-si, Gyeonggi-do

The hotel offers a variety of themed rooms, such as a standard room for a comfortable stay, a cartoon room with comic books, a music room with a Geneva speaker, a wine room with a wine fridge and wine glasses, a 2PC room equipped with gaming computers, a movie beam room with a beam projector, a play room with a PlayStation 4, a golf room with golf equipment, and a deep sleep room with a massage chair. The hotel also offers parking facilities and a guest lounge.

The Hyoosik Croissant Hotel Guri (더휴식 크로와상호텔 구리점)

The Hyoosik Croissant Hotel Guri (더휴식 크로와상호텔 구리점)

13.8Km    2025-04-08

148 Cheyukgwan-ro, Guri-si, Gyeonggi-do

The Hyoosik Croissant Hotel Guri offers a variety of theme-based room types for both leisure and relaxation, such as a standard music room with blutooth speakers, a deluxe home-training room with yoga equipment, a deluxe couple room with high-end gaming PC, a deluxe healing room with a lounge chair, a twin bedroom, a game suite room with Playstation 4 Pro, a movie suite room with a beam projector, a sing suite room with noraebang equipment and soundproof walls, and a party suite room with a kitchenette. The hotel also has a parking lot, guest lounge, rooftop area, and coin laundry.