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Donghae Port Crab King Festa (동해항 크랩킹 페스타)

Donghae Port Crab King Festa (동해항 크랩킹 페스타)

19.6 Km    0     2024-04-15

Chuam-dong, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-532-1945

The Donghae Port Crab King Festa takes place annually in April or May near Donghae's major tourist attraction of Chuam Beach. The festival celebrates the fresh crabs and king crab that are harvested near Russia and enter Korea through Donghae Port. 

Bukpyeong Fifth-Day Market (북평민속오일장)

Bukpyeong Fifth-Day Market (북평민속오일장)

19.7 Km    31003     2021-07-22

Gumi-dong, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-522-1141

The Bukpyeong Fifth-Day Market takes place in Donghae, and is the largest fifth-day market in Gangwon. The market takes place on days ending in a 3 or an 8. The market began in 1796, and has grown to its current large size. Over 800 vendors sell everything from seafood to clothing and household goods. The market is just 1 kilometer away from Donghaehang Port, providing vendors with the freshest fish. Other local produce available here include mushrooms, foods made with buckwheat, and son kalguksu (house-made noodle soup).

Samtan Art Mine (삼탄아트마인)

Samtan Art Mine (삼탄아트마인)

19.8 Km    7801     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.

Taebaek Sangjang-dong Mural Village (태백 상장동 벽화마을)

Taebaek Sangjang-dong Mural Village (태백 상장동 벽화마을)

19.9 Km    10245     2019-08-01

64, Sangjangnam-gil, Taebaek-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-550-2828

Taebaek Sangjang-dong Mural Village, also called “Nambu Village”, is located in Sangjang-dong, Taebaek-si as the name refers. The village has been improved upon by residents who volunteered and shared their artistic talents to participate in Taebaek-si’s new village movement in 2011. Each alley throughout the village gives a unique and refreshing ambience that created a turning point in the village. Also, valuable events such as ‘Yeontan (briquette) painting contest’ are held for students and families to participate in and share their warm hearts. The Central Inland Region Train (O-Train), which began operating as of April 12, 2013 by Korail, stops in Taebaek-si, so tourists can easily reach the mural village via train.

Samcheok Hoetjip (삼척횟집)

Samcheok Hoetjip (삼척횟집)

20.0 Km    28961     2024-02-16

125 Saecheonnyeondo-ro, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
033-574-5240

Located near Samcheok Port, Samcheok Hoetjip is renowned for its excellent mul hoe (cold raw fish soup) and hoe (sliced raw fish). Mul hoe, particularly favored in summer for its cool and refreshing taste, is a highlight here. The seaside parking lot next to the restaurant houses the Isabu Sajabawi Rock. Additionally, Isabu Plaza and its Sky Deck are situated right beside it, offering a scenic walk opportunity to visitors.  

Tteurae Honghapbap (뜰애홍합밥)

Tteurae Honghapbap (뜰애홍합밥)

20.0 Km    49     2021-03-30

615, Saecheonnyeon-doro, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-644-0652

It is a place that sells Korean dishes prepared with seasonal ingredients. The best menu at this restaurant is rice with mussels . This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do.