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

15.9 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.

Hanwha Resort - Yangpyeong Sledding Park (양평한화리조트 눈썰매장)

16.3 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)

16.3 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.

C Art Museum (Art Museum in Forest) (C아트뮤지엄 (숲속의 미술공원))

16.9 Km 21028 2024-02-16

57-13 Darakgeuni-gil, Yangdong-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

C Art Museum is a sculpture park and an art museum established by sculptor Chung Kwan-mo in 2005. The 'C' in C Art Museum stands for 'Contemporary,' 'Creativity,' 'Christianity,' and 'Chung,' the founder's name. The art museum includes exhibition halls, memorial halls, an education hall, and a material hall. The sculpture park's highlight is Jesus Hill, along with numerous sculptures that harmoniously blend with the surrounding nature.

Saneum National Recreational Forest (국립 산음자연휴양림)

17.0 Km 63626 2022-12-21

347, Gobuk-gil, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-774-8133

Saneum National Recreational Forest is located in Danwol-myeon in Yangpyeong. It opened on January 1, 2000 and can accommodate up to 2,000 visitors a day. The park's name "saneum" means "mountain shade," a name given for its geographical location where it is surrounded by other mountains on all sides. The park's lush forest is home to diverse species of wildlife and the valley boasts spectacular views.

Heuktodamgol (흙토담골)

17.0 Km 33825 2024-03-13

3 Seokdun-gil, Toechon-myeon, Gwangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
031-767-2855

Heuktodamgol is a traditional Korean restaurant housed in a Hanok-style building. They prepare dishes using soybean paste and soy sauce made with traditional methods, along with freshly squeezed sesame oil and perilla oil. Their menu includes the Todamgol hanjeongsik (Korean table d'hote), kkotge ganjang gejang jeongsik (soy sauce marinated blue crab set menu), and borigulbi jeongsik (barley-aged dried yellow croaker set menu).

Yumyeongsan Mountain (유명산)

17.3 Km 33207 2018-07-05

Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun & Seorak-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-582-8830

Originally, no name was given to this mountain on topographical maps. But in 1973, when the Empor Alpine Club reached the mountain during a hike across the nation, the club members named it after Jin Yu-myeong, a member of the expedition. On old maps, the mountain had been called Mayusan Mountain because of the horses raised in the area, but today it is more widely known as Yumyeongsan Mountain. The trail that starts from Yangpyeong leads to an expansive and open grassland. The hiking trails are also connected to those of Mount Daebusan and Mount Sogunisan. On the summit, there is a pile of stones, and the view from the top is splendid.

Yeoju Ceramic Art Complex (여주도예단지)

17.4 Km 13734 2021-07-21

254, Yeoyang-ro, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-887-2868

According to historic records, ceramics have been developed here since the early days of the Joseon dynasty, as the nation’s best materials for making ceramics, such as clay, white clay, and Kaolin, were produced around Ssarisan Mountain in Bungnae-myeon. Mid-standing artists here study the process of making traditional ceramics as well as more novel works that utilize unconventional methods. Yeoju Ceramic Art Complex not only provides high quality ceramics, it offers visitors a chance to see the process of making art pieces. There are over 60 personal exhibition halls with various styles of ceremics. Every May, there is a festival for visitors to enjoy.

Sottukkeong Dak Bokkeumtang (솥뚜껑닭볶음탕)

17.6 Km 33426 2024-02-15

130-18 Eobisan-gil, Seorak-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Spicy Braised Chicken, a staple in Korean cuisine, is prepared by stewing chicken pieces with a fiery blend of red pepper powder and various seasonings. It’s a dish that complements rice perfectly. Here, the chicken is simmered in a sizeable metal pot with a flat lid, a method that not only retains heat better but also infuses a distinctive flavor and a touch of the chef’s personal care into every bite. The dish’s flavor is enhanced when paired with seasoned green onions, adding a crisp, spicy kick. Following the main course, the leftover sauce is used to stir-fry rice into the visually appealing and tasty Fried Rice Art, often shaped into a heart, delighting both the palate and the eyes. Nearby, guests can hear the gentle flow of a stream and have access to the valley via stairs, offering a chance to indulge in some light water activities after their meal.

Jungmisan Observatory (중미산 천문대)

17.6 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.

Yeongneung & Nyeongneung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (여주 영릉(英陵)과 영릉(寧陵) [유네스코 세계문화유산]) - Area information - Korea travel information