Sutasa Temple (수타사)

0m 13879 2021-09-01

473, Sutasa-ro, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-436-6611

Gongjaksan Mountain (887 m), home to Sutasa Temple and named for its resemblance to a peacock proudly displaying its tail feathers, gives visitors a bird’s-eye-view of Hongcheon. From the bottom, Gongjaksan Mountain looks like a giant laying on his back, looking up to the sky. The mountain offers elegant azaleas in spring, beautiful fall foliage, majestic cliffs with unusual rocks, colonies of pine trees, and a serene snowscape in winter.

Sutasa Valley, stretching over 12 kilometers between Sutasa Temple and Nocheon-ri, is full of large ponds and broad bedrocks and is flanked by rocky cliffs and pine groves.

Located among the foothills, Sutasa Temple is an ancient temple built by Monk Wonhyo in AD 708. The temple boasts numerous cultural properties including the gabled roof of Daejeokgwangjeon, a bronze bell, a three-tiered pagoda, and Wolinseokbo, a biography of Buddha that has been designated as a National Treasure.

Gongjaksan Mountain (공작산)

4.9 Km 29146 2019-08-28

Hwachon-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-430-2791

Gongjaksan Mountain, spreading out from the peak with an altitude of 887.4 meters, resembles the outstretched wings of a peacock (gongjak in Korean). Looking out from the top of the mountain, the entirety of Hongcheon County can be seen, as well as beautifully shaped cliffs spread throughout.

Sutagyegok Valley is very picturesque with wonderful rock outcrops and surroundings. This 8 kilometer-long valley links Sutasa Temple, which is about 6 kilometers lower than the peak, to Nocheon-ri.

Something for nearly every season with royal azalea flowers in spring, old pine trees and colorful foliage in fall, and snow-covered trees in winter, Gongjaksan Mountain's beauty catches the attention of hikers year-round.

Canceled: Hongcheon Beer Festival (홍천강 별빛음악 맥주축제)

6.0 Km 1392 2022-09-13

Galmagok-ri, Hongcheon-eup, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-439-5800

Hongcheon Beer Festival takes place near Korea's largest beer factory and craft beer brewery where visitors can enjoy fresh beer throughout the festival. Several entertaining events and performances are prepared for both locals and tourists to enjoy. The World Wet Dance Contest in particular is the highlight event of this festival.

Hongcheongang Winter Festival (홍천강 꽁꽁축제)

6.5 Km 16558 2023-12-28

Sinjangdae-ri, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-439-5864

Hongcheongang Winter Festival takes place every winter to promote Hongcheon trout and the local region. Various programs are prepared, including ice-fishing, indoor fishing and barehanded fishing. Indoor programs are also offered such as winter folk games, exhibits of traditional old houses, and traditional food.

Eodapsan Mountain Tourist Area (어답산관광지)

14.5 Km 2858 2024-02-29

513-2 Byeongjibang-ri, Gapcheon-myeon, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do

The Eodapsan Mountain Tourist Area, encompassing both Eodapsan Mountain and Byeongjibanggyegok Valley, is celebrated for its stunning natural beauty. The area is a harmonious blend of lush forests and pristine valleys. It features distinctive rock formations that rise majestically, resembling folding screens, and these are beautifully framed by pine trees, offering a serene setting for forest bathing. At the mountain's summit, visitors can explore notable landmarks like Eodapsanseong Fortress and Eodapsansa Temple. The hiking trails leading to the summit are gentle and accessible, providing an easy and enjoyable climb suitable to most people.

Alpaca World (알파카월드)

15.8 Km 5207 2024-04-01

146-155 Deokbatjae-gil, Hwachon-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-1899-2250

Alpaca World is located in the clean, green forests of Hongcheon, Gangwon State, and is an alpaca-themed travel destination where one can meet animals enjoying natural lives up close. There are about 50 cute alpacas in the Andes Eco range, a replica of the mountainous terrain of the Andes in South America. The Relaxing stroll with Alpacas program is one of Alpaca World's representative experiences where visitors can take a walk and interact with alpacas in the green forest. Also, there is an Alpaca Playground, where guests can interact with alpacas in a square with a large lawn, and a Birds' Garden, which makes one feel like they have entered a fairy tale world the moment the door is opened. The Alpaca World also offers fun activities and a variety of animals, including deer, rabbits, goats, ostriches, camels, owls, and eagles.

Garam Resort (가람리조트)

16.2 Km 0 2024-04-01

29 Buchaedeul-gil, Duchon-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do

This resort is located in Duchon-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon State. There are facilities including a large artificial turf field, an outdoor swimming pool, a barbecue area, and a water playground where guests can enjoy a variety of activities. In particular, the year-round sledding slope is the pride of the resort and the highlight of its activities. One can enjoy the cool breeze of Hongcheon while riding a tube sled down a 100-meter-long lane. Sledding is available all year round, not just in the winter, so everyone can enjoy each season's atmosphere.
Also, there are tourist attractions, including Garisan Leports Park, Garisan Recreational Forest, and Yongsopokpo Falls nearby.

Garisan Recreational Forest (가리산자연휴양림)

18.6 Km 51795 2022-09-06

426, Garisan-gil, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-435-6035

Located on Garisan Mountain, the Garisan Recreational Forest offers marvelous scenery of a rich forest, old pine trees, and uniquely shaped rocks. The forest is equipped with various recreational, accommodation and convenience facilities including campsites, wood cabin, forest walking trails, swimming pool, sports facilities, and outdoor cooking facilities.

Garisan Leports Park (홍천 가리산 레포츠파크)

18.6 Km 12804 2024-04-01

426 Garisan-gil, Duchon-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do

Garisan Leports Park is Korea's largest leisure sports theme park located in the Garisan Recreational Forest in Hongcheon. Representative activities include Flying Zip (zipline), which zigzags around the beautiful Garisan Mountain all year round; GPR Survival, where participants can feel realistic tension; and Forest Adventure, a leisure sport where one traverses obstacles at dizzying x_heights of 3 meters and 9 meters, are available.

Lachiveum Namhae (라키비움 남해)

19.1 Km 0 2024-02-23

676 Jindong-ri, Changseon-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Lachiveum Namhae is a café in the Healing Village, a multifunctional cultural space in Namhae-gun. A signature item on the menu is the Namhae chamdarae ade (Namhae kiwi ade), made with locally grown kiwi from Namhae. In addition, visitors can savor a variety of bread and coffee crafted by renowned pastry chefs. The café provides a pleasant setting to enjoy coffee while admiring the panoramic view of the Namhae Sea.

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