O2 Ski Resort (오투리조트 스키장)

.0M 2022-12-26

861, Seohak-ro, Taebaek-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-580-7000

The O2 Ski Resort is located in Taebaek, Gangwon-do, the center of leisure in Korea. In summer, there is no heat wave nor mosquitos and in winter, it receives the first snowfall in Korea as well as the longest snow season. This town-style resort is located only ten minutes from downtown Taebaek and is a world-class leisure town with various facilties and sightseeing attractions nearby. The O2 Ski Resort has been specially designed for families with ski slopes for adults and a sledding hill and kids' park.

Hambaeksan Mountain (함백산)

2.8Km 2022-10-18

4246-55, Taebaeksan-ro, Taebaek-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-550-2828

With an elevation of 1,573 meters above sea level, Hambaeksan Mountain is the tallest mountain in the eastern part of Gangwon-do. The main ridge of the mountain stretches between the city of Taebaek to the east and Yeongwol and Jeongseon counties to the west. The mountain offers a fine vantage point from which to get a sweeping look at the entire region (including Taebaeksan and Baegunsan mountains) and commands a striking view of the sunrise over East Sea. Hambaeksan Mountain is particularly well known for its breathtaking snowscapes and extensive wildflower beds.

Hwangji Pond (황지연못)

3.8Km 2024-12-23

12 Hwangjiyeonmot-gil, Taebaek-si, Gangwon-do

Hwangji Pond, located in downtown Taebaek, is a source of the Nakdonggang River, flowing all the way to the Yeongnam Plain. The pond is divided into three sections: Sangji, with a diameter of 100 meters, Jungji and Haji. Although it is small in size, the pond supplies 5,000 tons of water a day.

Hwangji Jayu Market(황지 자유시장)

4.0Km 2025-10-23

14 Sijangan 2-gil, Taebaek-si, Gangwon-do

Established in 1971, Hwangji Jayu Market is a traditional market with over 50 years of history and roughly 170 vendors. It welcomes customers with a wide selection of goods and high-quality local specialties, including Danggui (Korean angelica) and Cheongung (Cnidium) from the highlands of Taebaek, various mushrooms, fresh and savory fish from the nearby East Sea, fruits, miscellaneous goods, clothing, shoes, and other manufactured products. Conveniently located in central Taebaek and just a two-minute walk from Hwangji Pond, a main local attraction, the market is beloved by both residents and tourists, and continues to thrive as a bustling local hub.

Taebaeksan Hanok Pension [Korea Quality] / 태백산 한옥펜션 [한국관광 품질인증]

4.0Km 2023-08-31

34 , Sorotgol-gil, Taebaek-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-552-2367

Taebaek Mountain Hanok Pension is a 200 year old traditional Korean house built of red pinewood, and located in a highland area surrounded by the beautiful mountain scenery of Taebaek and Hanbaek Mountains. In summer you can sit in the yard eating watermelon or enjoying a barbecue, while in winter you can eat sweet potatoes roasted in the fireplace - making many good memories. Traditional weddings can be hosted, and traditional games such as yunnori and hoops are available. Nearby tourist attractions include Cheoram Village, a coal mine, and Guwau Village, where an annual Sunflower Festival is held.

Taebaeksan National Park (태백산 국립공원)

4.5Km 2021-09-11

4778, Taebaeksan-ro, Taebaek-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-550-0000

Taebaeksan Mountain range encompasses several peaks such as Yeongbong Peak (alt. 1,560 m), where in the past, people would conduct rites to venerate Heaven at Cheonjedan Altar; Janggunbong Peak (alt. 1,567 m), Munsubong Peak (alt. 1,517 m), and its summit of Hambaeksan Mountain (alt. 1,572 m). Taebaeksan Mountain serves as a home to diverse wild animals and plants, including several endangered species. The higher plains are covered with alpine vegetation. The mountain becomes hot pink with mountain rhododendron and azalea in the spring; green with thick forest and pristine waters in the summer; rainbow colored with changing leaves in the fall; and white with snow in the winter.

Cheonjedan Altar on Taebaeksan Mountain (태백산 천제단)

5.6Km 2022-09-13

168, Cheonjedan-gil, Taebaek-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-550-2741

Cheonjedan Altar is a set of altars that were set up by people in the past to offer goods to the heavens. Old records such as the "Samguksagi (History of the Three Kingdoms)" state that the Silla kingdom organized rituals in Taebaeksan Mountain, as it was considered a sacred mountain.

Cheonjedan Altar consists of three altars with the main Cheonwangdan Altar at the center; Janggundan Altar to the north; and Hadan Altar (Lower Altar) to the south. The altars were built by stackings stones to serve as a holy fortress. Cheonwangdan Altar is made of natural stones. It has an oval shape and measures 27.5 meters in circumference, 3 meters in x_height.

Taebaek Guwau Village (Alpine Botanical Garden) (태백 구와우마을(고원자생식물원))

5.6Km 2021-05-14

38-33, Guwau-gil, Taebaek-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-553-9707

Guwau Village is located below Pijae Hill (also called Samsuryeong) at the entrance to Maebongsan Mountain. The village got its name because its topography resembles the scenery of nine cows peacefully lying around. The Alpine Botanical Garden is located 800-900 meters above sea level and protects the endangered alpine plant species from disappearing.

The botanical garden also offers visitors an opportunity to conveniently observe some rare flowers and plants. In August, when the sunflowers are in full bloom, the Taebaek Sunflower Festival is held at Guwau Village. In addition to celebrating the area’s wide array of colorful flowers, the festival also has a variety of attractions such as a drawing exhibition, a photo exhibition, and an environmental sculpture exhibition using repurposed materials.

Samtan Art Mine (삼탄아트마인)

6.0Km 2022-08-31

1445-44, Hambaeksan-ro, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
82-33-591-3001

Samtan Art Mine is an art complex transformed from an abandoned mine. After being used as a coal mine for 40 years, the mine turned into an art complex in 2001. With more than 100,000 art works on exhibit as well as the harmony between the art installations and the interior, which still maintains elements of the former coal mine, the art mine creates a unique atmosphere that cannot be found elsewhere. With lots to see and the availability of many special programs, Samtan Art Mine offers an unique experience and serves as a great photo spot for tourists.

HILAND HOTEL (하이랜드호텔)

6.7Km 2025-04-18

6626-26 , Gangwonnam-ro, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-591-3500

The Highland Hotel, located at the entrance of High1 Resort in Jeongseon, Gangwon-do, offers visitors to the Gohan area cost-efficient accommodation and is a favorite with winter skiers. The hotel offers a choice between ondol rooms and bedrooms; both are large and comfortable. Guests can use the restaurant on the first floor. Both the High1 Golf Course and Gangwon Land Casino are close by. Nearby visitor attractions include Jeongamsa Temple (one of the 5 Korean temples housing physical remains of the Buddha) - just 8 to 15 minutes away by car; Manhangjae Mountain; and Samtan Art Mine, an art theme-park inside an abandoned coal mine.

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