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Jungmisan Observatory (중미산 천문대)

Jungmisan Observatory (중미산 천문대)

9.6 Km    14222     2021-06-15

1268, Jungmisan-ro, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-10-7244-3498

Situated only 40 minute's drive from Seoul, the Jungmisan Observatory is nestled within Jungmisan Recreational Forest 437 kilometers above sea level. In addition to the beautiful natural scenery, the main draw of this particular location is that there is no other place near Seoul as this forest where one can get an excellent view of the night sky. From Seoul, one might expect to see about three stars on a good day, while at the Jungmisan Observatory one can typically observe over 3,000 stars.

Jungmisan Observatory provides an experiential learning center that offers astronomy programs for children, including preschoolers. Children can gain a deeper understanding of space and basic astronomy through various programs, such as stargazing. In addition to the astronomy programs, the observatory also offers forest bathing, forest ecology, and insect learning programs along with the nearby recreational forest.

Homyeonghosu Lake Park (호명호수공원)

9.7 Km    57732     2024-02-19

77 Sangji-ro 64beon-gil, Cheongpyeong-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Homyeonghosu Lake Park, located on Homyeongsan Mountain, offers scenic walking trails around the lake. A notable feature of the lake is a turtle-shaped structure floating in its center, which functions as a solar power generation facility. Additionally, the park provides a photo zone featuring a tiger model, reflecting an ancient legend about a tiger associated with Homyeongsan Mountain. Nearby attractions include Namiseom Island, Cheongpyeongho Lake, and the Garden of Morning Calm.

Hwado Pureunmul Center Pianopokpo Falls (화도푸른물센터 피아노폭포)

Hwado Pureunmul Center Pianopokpo Falls (화도푸른물센터 피아노폭포)

9.9 Km    44360     2024-02-21

562 Pokpo-ro, Hwado-eup, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Located within the Hwado Pureunmul Center, the 61-meter tall Pianopokpo Falls is an artificial waterfall. It is constructed with a steel frame and an artificial rock structure to mimic a cliff-like appearance. The waterfall operates by pumping water discharged from the sewage treatment plant, creating a cascading flow. Opposite the falls stands a building shaped like a piano, which has won the "Beautiful Restroom" grand prize. Additionally, an ecological park has been developed in front of the waterfall, offering a pleasant walking experience.

Interactive Art Museum (인터렉티브아트뮤지엄)

Interactive Art Museum (인터렉티브아트뮤지엄)

10.1 Km    7198     2021-03-05

1655, Hoban-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Situated in Gapyeong, the city of peace and relaxation, Interactive Art Museum is the first of its kind to be opened in Korea. The museum displays artworks that incorporate state-of-the-art technology, offering unique and interactive art experiences to viewers, and distinguishes itself from regular art museums. Interactive Art Museum invites visitors to engage in art through interactive three dimensional artworks and illusory multimedia effects.

Gapyeong Sledding Hills (가평사계절썰매장)

10.6 Km    20163     2021-08-31

5-20, Gitdaebong-gil, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-8078-8048

Located in Deokhyeon-ri, Sang-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do, Gapyeong Sledding Hills is close to Jojongcheon Stream and clean valleys. It operates water sledding hills during summer and ice sledding hills during winter to give a fun experience to children. Spanning the area of 9,780㎡, it is comprised of varied slopes, moving walkways, snack bar, restaurant, resting area, changing room, shower facility, outdoor swimming pool for children and adults, shaded shelter and other subsidiary facilities. It is the sole leisure experience area for families located in the metropolitan area.

Mijin Memil Maeul (미진메밀마을)

11.1 Km    4435     2024-02-23

783-1 Bukhangang-ro, Seojong-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Mijin Memil Maeul is a restaurant specializing in a variety of buckwheat-based dishes, using buckwheat produced in Korea. Some of its key menu items include memil mulmakguksu (cold buckwheat noodles) and memil bibim makguksu (spicy buckwheat noodles). Patrons can also enjoy memil mandu (buckwheat mandu) or memil jeonbyeong (buckwheat crepe) as side dishes to complement the noodles.

Hanwha Resort - Yangpyeong Sledding Park (양평한화리조트 눈썰매장)

Hanwha Resort - Yangpyeong Sledding Park (양평한화리조트 눈썰매장)

11.2 Km    15045     2019-06-17

188, Sinchon-gil, Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-772-3811

There are 3 slopes at Yangpyeong Hanwha Resort including the main slope (180 m in length, 80 m in x_width) and children’s slope. Yangpyeong Hanwha Resort provides convenience to family members with comfortable accommodation facilities as well as other convenient services that other resorts do not provide.

Hanwha Resort Yangpyeong (한화리조트 양평)

11.2 Km    11448     2020-08-13

188, Sinchon-gil, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-772-3811

Hanwha Resort Yangpyeongis located at a quiet location on the foot of Jungmisan Mountain. The white building surrounded by the mountains looks very harmonious with the nature. Visitors can enjoy fresh air provided by the mountains to release stress and worries.

Café Surround (카페 써라운드)

Café Surround (카페 써라운드)

11.9 Km    0     2024-02-21

73-5 Soraebi-ro 85beon-gil, Hwado-eup, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Café Surround is a mountain-view café situated in an elevated area, offering breathtaking views. With large windows allowing natural light to stream in, visitors can leisurely enjoy their coffee and desserts while experiencing a serene atmosphere. The café offers pour-over coffee and an Ethi latte, a richly infused Ethiopian blend with milk, along with a variety of desserts.

Chrysanthemum Exhibition of The Garden of Morning Calm (아침고요수목원 들국화전시회)

Chrysanthemum Exhibition of The Garden of Morning Calm (아침고요수목원 들국화전시회)

11.9 Km    28289     2023-09-14

432, Sumogwon-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-1544-6703

During the Chrysanthemum Exhibtion of the Garden of Morning Calm, visitors can enjoy 35 types of chrysanthemums. The Garden of Morning Calm makes a perfect outing for families to soak in the fall ambience and romance.