Yeoju Geumsa Korean Melon Festival (여주 금사참외축제)

0m 9078 2023-05-23

1278, Iyeo-ro, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
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In late May every year, Yeoju Geumsa Korean Melon Festival is held in the vicinity of Geumsa Park. Visitors can sample geumsa Korean melons as well as experience various activities during the festival.

Pasaseong Fortress Site (여주 파사성)

2.8 Km 10314 2020-03-16

Cheonseo-ri, Yeoju-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-887-2868

The stone walls of Pasasan Fortress stretch along the ridge of the 250-meter-high Pasasan Mountain. The fortress is strategically situated for national defense by being located at the edge of the river bank, from which you can see both upstream and downstream. It is said that the fortress was constructed during the reign of the King Pasa, the 5th ruler of the Silla Kingdom. The walls stretch over 1,800 meters in length. At its highest point, the wall is 6.25 meters tall, and 1.4 meters tall at its lowest point.

Yeoju Heungcheon Namhangang River Cherry Blossom Festival (여주흥천남한강 벚꽃축제)

6.0 Km 3652 2024-03-28

Gwibaek-ri, Heungcheon-myeon, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-887-3875

Yeoju Heungcheon Namhangang River Cherry Blossom Festival is a representative spring festival in Yeoju, taking place among the blooming cherry blossom trees on the banks of the Namhangang River. During the festival period, sections of the road are closed to vehicular traffice, and a range of events, performances, and photo zones are set up to enjoy.

Ludensia (루덴시아)

6.4 Km 0 2024-02-23

177 Geumpum 1-ro, Sanbuk-myeon, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Ludensia is a European-style theme park constructed using 1.6 million bricks, among which are vintage bricks directly imported from Europe. The park houses various galleries, studios, and a café. Notable attractions include the Train Gallery, boasting over 1,000 model trains; the Antique Gallery, home to a 700-year-old wooden Jesus statue; the Analog Studio, featuring classic albums such as The Beatles' "Yesterday and Today" (1966); and the Tram Studio, showcasing miniature trams.

Yangpyeong 5PM [Korea Quality]양평 오후다섯시[한국관광 품질인증]

6.9 Km 0 2023-05-23

51 , Bulgokbucheoul-gil, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-507-1372-4624

STAY 5PM is a well-kept hanok stay in a quiet rural village in Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi-do, which derives its name from the best time to watch the western sky from the house as the sun begins to go down. The house is carefully insulated and stays warm and cozy year-round. In the yard is a table and a fireplace for evening barbecues. Guests seeking to explore local nature should not miss the panoramic views of Namhangang River from Ipobo Observatory, the walking trails of Pasaseong Fortress, or the wild flowers that fill the landscape of Dangnangri Island.

Icheon Sansuyu Village (이천 산수유마을)

8.2 Km 36297 2021-12-21

17, Wonjeok-ro 775beon-gil, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-632-4304

Icheon has emerged as a new spring destination thanks to the large colony of sansuyu trees in Baeksa-myeon. The path from downtown Icheon to Yeongwonsa Temple, located on Wonjeonksan Mountain, is lined on both sides with these beautiful yellow trees.

The village is a quiet place, with a narrow road just wide enough for two cars, and a peaceful stream running off to the side. However, every spring, the village is awakened by the many photographers and tourists who visit. The second most-visited season is autumn, when the sansuyu trees fill out with bright red berries.

Sono Moon Yangpyeong (소노문 양평 (구 대명리조트 양평))

8.9 Km 12343 2021-04-23

55, Sinnae-gil 7beon-gil, Gaegun-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-1588-4888

Sono Moon Yangpyeong offers visitors a relaxing accomodation along the Hangang River. With a total of 191 rooms and 20 different facilities, as well as 7 exhibition and seminar rooms, visitors can enjoy various activities while enjoying a relaxing vacation.

Yeongneung & Nyeongneung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (여주 영릉(英陵)과 영릉(寧陵) [유네스코 세계문화유산])

11.2 Km 29150 2024-02-29

269-50 Yeongneung-ro, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do

The Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty are the only royal tombs in the world that remain largely intact from a single dynasty spanning more than 500 years, making them a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Yeongneung is the combined tomb of the 4th ruler of Joseon dynasty, King Sejong (1397-1450) who created the Korean alphabet and his wife Queen Soheon. Nyeongneung is the royal tomb of the 17th ruler of the Joseon dynasty, King Hyojong (1619-1659, reigned 1649-1659), and of his wife Queen Inseon (1618-1674). The Wangneung Forest here boasts spectacular fall foliage.

Lotte Himart - Yangpyeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 양평점)

11.4 Km 0 2024-04-22

138, Seonyu-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

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LOHB’s [Tax Refund Shop] (롭스)

11.4 Km 0 2024-04-27

76, Nambuk-ro, Yangpyeong-eup, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

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