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Museum of Oriental Embroidery (동양자수박물관)

Museum of Oriental Embroidery (동양자수박물관)

3.8 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.

Gangneung Curling Center (강릉컬링센터 (강릉실내빙상장))

3.8 Km    2395     2021-01-15

32, Jonghabundongjang-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-647-8388

Gangneung Curling Center is an ice skating rink that served as the venue for curling games during 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics. Located on the basement of the curling center, visitors to the ice skating rink can enjoy skating at an affordable price.

Ojukheon House (강릉 오죽헌)

3.8 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.

Donggung Yeomsotang (동궁염소탕)

Donggung Yeomsotang (동궁염소탕)

3.8 Km    66     2021-03-30

17, Gangneung-daero 419beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-651-8769

A restaurant with over 30 years of history. The best menu at this restaurant is black goat hot pot. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.

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

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

3.8 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.

Ojukheon House & Municipal Museum (강릉시 오죽헌/시립박물관)

Ojukheon House & Municipal Museum (강릉시 오죽헌/시립박물관)

3.9 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.

Sacheon Pogu (사천포구)

Sacheon Pogu (사천포구)

4.1 Km    61     2021-03-25

35, Jillihanggu-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-507-1347-8183

It is a restaurant where you can eat plenty of fresh Mulhoe (raw seafood soup). This restaurant's signature menu is assorted sliced raw fish. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.

Bamtol Kalguksu (밤톨칼국수)

Bamtol Kalguksu (밤톨칼국수)

4.1 Km    52     2021-03-25

6, Hapyeong, 2-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-652-6692

This is where you can enjoy Kalguksu (chopped noodle soup) with seafood. The best menu at this restaurant is noodle soup. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.

Olive Young - Gangneung Ponam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 강릉포남)

Olive Young - Gangneung Ponam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 강릉포남)

4.1 Km    0     2024-04-22

37, Hapyeong-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

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Chuncheon Hureswi Dakgalbi (춘천후레쉬닭갈비)

Chuncheon Hureswi Dakgalbi (춘천후레쉬닭갈비)

4.1 Km    85     2021-03-25

5, Hapyeong-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-10-8793-4710

A place that sells Dakgalbi (Spicy Stir-fried Chicken), or spicy chicken fried in a large pan, which is loved by Koreans. This restaurant's signature menu is spicy stir-fried chicken. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.