Ganghwado Island (강화도) - Sightseeing - Korea travel and tourism information

Ganghwado Island (강화도)

Explanation

Ganghwado Island, off the west coast, is the fifth largest island in Korea. The island was connected to the mainland in 1970 with the construction of the Ganghwagyo Bridge. Another larger bridge, Ganghwadaegyo Bridge, was built in 1997, making it easier than ever to travel to Ganghwado Island from Seoul and Incheon areas. The island is home to Chamseongdan Altar on top of Manisan Mountain on the southern coast. This is said to be where Dangun Wanggeom offered sacrificial rites to the heavens. Another important item of note on Ganghwado Island is the collection of stone dolmens, a UNESCO-recognized world heritage.

Ganghwado Island has many famous local products, including the medicinally effective Ganghwa ginseng and hwamunseok, a mat woven with flower patterns. Hwamunseok is famous also as a representative traditional Korean product for its intricate handwork and designs.

Inquiry

+82-32-934-7500

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Information Use

Years experience : Open to visitors of all ages

Contact and Information : • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-32-934-7500

Parking facilities : Available

Day off : N/A (Open all year round)

Hours : Open 24 hr

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Available Facilities
Gapgot Fortification, Gwangseongbo Fortress, Manisan Mountain, Bomunsa Temple, Yeonmijeong Pavilion, Jeokseoksa Temple, Jeondeungsa Temple, Chojijin Fort, etc.

Location

Ganghwa-daero, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

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