Yeongokhaebyeon Beach (Yeongok Beach) (연곡해변(연곡해수욕장))

4.6 Km 36055 2023-12-27

1282, Haean-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Situated in Yeongok-myeon, Dongdeok-ri, Yeongokhaebyeon Beach has a spacious sandy shore that spans 56,000 ㎡ with a length of 700 meters. Backed by a lush pine forest, this beach is ideal for camping. Fishing lovers can enjoy catching sweetfish at Yeongokcheon Stream flowing from the Sogeumgang River; there are a variety of restaurants offering delicious Korean food along the stream as well. Dongdeok-ri used to be home to a railway station and a traditional market. Trading ships—moving between the Hamgyeong and Gyeongsang areas—used to populate the beach. The beach and its surrounding attractions are great for both hiking and swimming.

Ojukheon House (강릉 오죽헌)

4.8 Km 43395 2022-12-22

24, Yulgok-ro 3139beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-660-3301

Ojukheon House was where Yi I (penname Yulgok; scholar and politician of the Joseon Period) was born. It was built during the early Joseon dynasty and was designated as a Treasure in 1963 for its historical value.

Inside the house is Mongryongsil, where Yi I was born. The household complex also features the household shrine, Munseongsa, the sarangchae (men's quarters), Eojaegak Pavilion, Yulgok Memorial Hall, and Gangneung Municipal Museum. Since 1961, the city of Gangneung has held a memorial ceremony at Yulgok Memorial Hall from October 25 to 26.

Ojukheon House & Municipal Museum (강릉시 오죽헌/시립박물관)

4.9 Km 18672 2022-12-26

24, Yulgok-ro 3139beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-640-3301

Ojukheon House, a Treasure, is an important house which shows the lifestyle and architectual style of the early Joseon dynasty. It is one of the oldest preserved Korean houses. Yulgok Yi-I, one of Korea's most noted scholars, was born here to Sin Saimdang. In rememberance of his birth, the Yulgok Festival is held annually at Ojukheon. There are many traditional materials and regional remains which are displayed in the private museum. A painting of Yulgok is hanging in Munseongsa (the ancestral shrine of Yulgok). More artwork by the Yulgok family are on display in the Yulgok Memorial Hall. In addition, various Buddhist artwork, ceramics, pictures and common living appliances are on display in the Folk Tradition Hall, History Culture Hall, and the outdoor exhibition area.

Choryeo Gongbang [Tax Refund Shop] (초려공방)

4.9 Km 0 2024-04-19

24-2, Yulgok-ro 3139beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

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Gangneung Gyeongpo Beach (강릉 경포해수욕장)

4.9 Km 105763 2023-07-27

514, Changhae-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-640-4901

Located 1 kilometer away from Gyeongpodae Pavilion and 6 kilometers from downtown Gangneung, Gyeongpo Beach is a sand bank formed between Gyeongpoho Lake and the ocean. This beach has a beautiful sandy shore that extends to a length of 1.8 kilometers and shallow waters, making it a popular beach attraction. By the beach is a lush pine forest where visitors can enjoy forest bathing. Other activities to enjoy around the area include the cultural art fair that takes place at the beach stage every summer, riding a bike along Gyeongpoho Lake, and hiking the nearby mountains and valleys.

Gyeongpo Sunrise Festival (경포 해맞이 축제)

4.9 Km 15243 2022-12-14

514, Changhae-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-33-640-5530, 5913

Gangneung hosts an annual Sunrise Festival from New Year's Eve to the first sunrise of the New Year. As well as visiting the area’s attractions such as Gyeongpodae Pavilion, visitors can welcome the New Year by watching a beautiful sunrise. The Sunrise Festival includes a countdown to the New Year, fireworks, and various enjoyable cultural events.

Solhyang Myeongpum Shop [Tax Refund Shop] (솔향명품SHOP)

4.9 Km 0 2024-04-22

24, Yulgok-ro 3139beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

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Yeongok Ggukjeogutang (연곡꾹저구탕)

4.9 Km 22607 2021-03-25

2679, Jingogae-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-10-3398-9097

You can eat maeuntang (fish stew) made with fresh freshwater fish. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. The most famous menu is spicy floating goby stew.

Museum of Oriental Embroidery (동양자수박물관)

5.0 Km 48301 2022-09-15

140-12, Jukheon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-644-0600

The Museum of Oriental Embroidery, opened on January 11, 2011, exclusively displays the beautiful works crafted by women of the past. Over 500 pieces of Oriental embroidery from Korea, China and Japan are on display, and another 100 Western embroidery works are also displayed in a special exhibition hall. In this cultural space, one can discover the aesthetic world of Oriental embroidery.

Gangenung Ojuk Hsnok Village [Korea Quality] / 강릉오죽한옥마을 [한국관광 품질인증]

5.0 Km 1907 2023-12-29

114 Jukheon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-655-1117

Gangneung Ojuk Hanok Village in Gangneung, Gangwon-do was created to promote hanok architecture and to spread the ideas of Joseon scholar Yulgok Yi I; close by is Ojukheon House, the home of Yi I and his equally famous mother Shin Saimdang. Many types of accomodation are offered including guestrooms, standalone houses, duplex rooms, and one room equipped with a bed and facilities for disabled visitors. There is even a small lecture hall for the use of overnight guests. Gyeongpo Lake and Gangneung Olympic Park (where PyeongChang Winter Olympics were held) are also nearby.

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