Bongpyeong 5-day Market (봉평5일장/봉평시장 (2, 7 일))

16.1 Km 34939 2020-06-19

14-1, Dongijangteo-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-336-9987

Bongpyeong Market opens on days with '2' and '7' with the interval of five days. One can imagine as the protagonist in the famous novel by Lee Hyo-seok 'When the Buckwheat Blossoms' as he or she goes through the market. Recently, memil without fail, has been the top product in the market. From Memil Mak-guksu (buckwheat noodles), Memil-buchim (buckwheat pancake), Memil-jeonbyeong (buckwheat crepe), Memil-Jjinbbang (buckwheat steamed bun), Tojong Memil-Sundae, Memil Guksu-Jeongol (buckwheat noodles hotpot), Memil Namu Bibimbap and more, a variety of buckwheat-related foods can be found in this market.

Hyoseok Culture Village Buckwheat Food Street (효석문화마을 메밀음식거리)

16.1 Km 30194 2021-03-11

31, Gipung 3-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-330-2771

The Hyoseok Culture Village is the place where author Lee Hyo-seok (penname “Gasan”) was born and raised. The village is also the setting of the author’s story "When Buckwheat Flowers Bloom,” one of the most celebrated Korean short stories to date. Since 1999, the Hyoseok Cultural Festival has been held here every September to commemorate the writer. Visitors to the festival can enjoy various foods and events as well as a replica of scenes from the book. For those that are searching for a more tranquil visit, avoid the month of September, when the buckwheat flowers are in full bloom. Don't forget to try all the different memil (buckwheat) dishes offered throughout the area all year round.

Hyundai Buckwheat Noodles (현대막국수)

16.1 Km 18587 2024-02-14

17 Dongijangteo-gil, Bongpyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Buckwheat, a staple in Gangwon State, is finely milled to make the base for Buckwheat Noodles. In Pyeongchang, where buckwheat fields are a common sight, numerous eateries specialize in these noodles. The signature dish here is the Pure Buckwheat Noodles, made exclusively from Korean-grown buckwheat. Its popularity stems from the noodles’ light broth, garnished with vegetables, offering a clean, non-overpowering flavor. For those who prefer a bit of a kick, the Spicy Buckwheat Noodles come with a tangy seasoning, customizable to taste. The accompanying side dishes are equally delightful, featuring items like Buckwheat Pancakes with buckwheat and cabbage, and Buckwheat Crepes stuffed with kimchi filling—each menu item invites one to savor the authentic essence of this cherished grain.

Hyoseok Cultural Festival (평창효석문화제)

16.3 Km 38903 2023-09-06

157, Ihyoseok-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-10-5369-2574

Hyoseok Cultural Festival is held to commemorate Korean writer Lee Hyo-seok and his popular novel "When Buckwheat Flowers Bloom," which mainly takes place in Bongpyeong. The festival offers diverse programs inspired by the book, allowing visitors to explore the author's work as well as the beauty of Bongpyeong with its buckwheat flowers in full bloom. Visitors can also get to know more about the author by visiting the Lee Hyo-seok Culture Village and the Lee Hyo-seok Memorial Hall located near the festival venue.

Anbandegi Village (안반데기 마을)

16.3 Km 0 2023-12-06

428 Anbandegi-gil, Wangsan-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

The village name is a combination of the words "anban," which refers to the large and oval wooden platform used to pound rice cakes against, and "degi," which means flat land. Anbandegi Village is a mountainside village located at an elevation of 1,100 meters. The village got its name due to its spacious and round land formation. Most of the village lands covered with cabbage farms formed along the mountain slope. The steep slopes make it impossible to use farm machinery, which means all the cabbages farms are the result of manual work by the villagers.

Hyoseok Literature Baengnigil Trail Course (효석문학 100리길)

16.3 Km 0 2023-06-23

14, Aegangnamu-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Picturesque Pyeongchang, is a place where beautiful nature unfolds.
Pyeongchang, which retains its beautiful nature with four distinct seasons, is a place where the vast natural scenery spreads out like a panorama and is often called the "Asian Alps." About 65% of the total area of Pyeongchang is located in the highlands above 700 meters above sea level, and it is a clean natural area making it the best getaway destination.

Daegwallyeong Sky Ranch (대관령 하늘목장)

16.6 Km 16309 2022-12-26

458-23, Kkotbadyangji-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-322-8061

Daegwallyeong Sky Ranch, established in 1974, is located on a 100 million ㎡ plot of land in the highlands of Daegwallyeong Pass. The ranch opened to the public as a tourist attraction in 2014. The environmentally friendly ranch raises over 400 cows, 100 sheep, and 40 horses. Visitors can easily view the ranch by riding a tractor over the 5-kilometer-long course. The view of the ranch and surrounding area is best seen from the sky deck observatory, located at 1,000 meters above sea level. The ranch also features four themed walking paths. Available activities include horseback riding and feeding baby animals.

Lee Hyo-seok Culture Village (이효석문화마을)

16.6 Km 32006 2022-12-29

Wongil-ri, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-335-9669

Lee Hyo-seok Culture Village is the place where the author Lee Hyo-seok (pen name “Gasan”) was born and raised. The village is also the setting of the author’s novel "When the Buckwheat Blossoms,” one of the most celebrated Korean short stories to date.

In 1990, the village place was designated ‘first national cultural village’ by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. The village is comprised of the author's birth house, a water mill, Gasan Park, Lee Hyo-seok Memorial Hall, and a buckwheat museum. During the peak of the blossoming season in early fall, the annual Lee Hyo-seok Cultural Festival takes place and visitors can enjoy the beautiful scenery of snow-white fields of buckwheat flowers.

Lee Hyo-seok Cultural Festival commemorates the modern Korean writer and features buckwheat-themed programs. Events include a Hyo-seok essay contest, traditional performances, a costume parade, a photo contest, and "When the Buckwheat Blossoms" plays and related performances. During the festival, visitors can enjoy makguksu (buckwheat noodles) and memil buchim (buckwheat pancakes) and tour the locations that appear in the famous short story.

Sugamgyegok Valley (숙암계곡)

16.6 Km 36650 2024-02-28

Danim-gil, Bukpyeong-myeon, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do

Sugamgyegok Valley, stretching 10 kilometers long, meanders around Sangwonsan and Gariwangsan Mountains. The roads flanking the valley are favored destinations for scenic drives. One of the valley's key features is the Sugamsaem Spring, known for its clear and cold water. Upstream, a 20-meter-tall waterfall stands as a prime attraction, complemented by the historical Sugamseowon Confucian Academy. The valley is lush and verdant in spring, transforming into a vibrant display of red fall colors in autumn. Visitors can follow the hiking trails to fully immerse themselves in the stunning scenery of the valley.

Lee Hyo-seok Memorial Hall (이효석 문학관)

16.8 Km 20971 2021-08-11

73-25, Hyoseongmunhak-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-330-2700

Lee Hyo-seok Memorial Hall was opened on September 7, 2002 during the Hyoseok Cultural Festival to celebrate the literary contributions and display artifacts from the life of Lee Hyoseok (pen name Gasan). Many of the artifacts on display came from the Gasan Literature Group but some items were also donated from the children of Lee Hyoseok to commemorate the passing of their father.

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