Gangsol [Korea Quality] / 강과 소나무 [한국관광 품질인증]

12.1 Km 1166 2020-09-11

31-57, Joldeuru-gil, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-10-3757-1147

Located in Jeongseon County, Gangwon-do Province, the River and Pine Pension offers guests an opportunity to enjoy an exciting trip and comfortable relaxation. It provides a BBQ in the evening and a free breakfast for all guests, who can enjoy the pension’s great food amid the splendid surrounding scenery. The café on the first floor is open to everyone, while the workshop offers guests an opportunity to learn how to make a quilt. In summer, the clean valley water flowing in front of the pension is a great place for water play and relaxation.

Pyeongchang Eoreumchi Village (평창 어름치마을)

12.6 Km 12034 2024-02-16

42-5 Maha-gil, Mitan-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Pyeongchang Eoreumchi Village is dedicated to preserving the habitat of the Eoreumchi (Cyprinid Fish), a natural monument that thrives in pristine environments. The village offers immersive rural experiences and ecotourism activities. Visitors have the opportunity to engage in water sports like rafting and kayaking on the Donggang River, as well as mountain climbing on Baegunsan Mountain. Other activities include trekking through Chiljokryeong and exploring the Baengnyongdonggul Cave. Reservations for these experiences can be made through their website.

Ssarigol (싸리골)

13.1 Km 11473 2016-09-26

1312, Jeongseon-ro, Jeongseon-eup, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-562-4554

Ssarigol is a Korean restaurant famous for serving rice cooked with gondeure (Cirsium Setidens), a plant which grows in the alpine regions of Gangwon-do. The savory and fresh taste of the gondeurenamul-bap has been the restaurant’s secret to success. Ssarigol has captivated the taste buds of its customers by offering healthy food at an affordable price. The main menu items include gondeurenamul-bap, and dotorimuk-muchim (seasoned acorn jelly).

SangYuJae [Korea Quality] / 상유재 [한국관광 품질인증]

13.2 Km 13874 2023-12-29

22-8 Bongyang 3-gil, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-10-5377-1162

Sangyujae is the oldest hanok in Jeongseon-gun and has been designated a Gangwon-do tangible cultural asset. Next to the old stone wall stands a beautiful mulberry tree, which at 600 years old is itself a natural monument. The house consists of a sarangchae where visitors can stay, and an anchae, in which the owner resides. Rooms are equipped with ondol underfloor heating and bathrooms - but not TVs, the absence of which helps guests focus on their companions and on the traditional experience. Jeongseon Arirang Market is a short walk away.

Jeongseon 5-day Market / Jeongseon Arirang Market (정선5일장 / 정선 아리랑시장 (2, 7일))

13.5 Km 33049 2023-12-28

36, Oiljang-gil, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-563-6200

Jeongseon 5-day Market is a representative traditional market in Korea. Opening every five days on dates ending in a 2 or 7, the marketplace is crowded with both locals and visitors alike. The local vendors sell produce and other agricultural products and manufactured goods. While the market was very active during the peak of the coal mining industry, the market faced a sharp decline after its end. However, in 1999, a special tourist train begin operating, taking tourists from Seoul to the market. Thanks to this, the current A-Train, the market is thriving. Also called the Jeongseon Arirang Market, visitors can enjoy performances of this intangible cultural heritage as well as taste the local foods. While the permanent market is open every day, it is most active on days of the fifth-day market, and on Saturdays.

Geumdanggyegok Valley (금당계곡)

13.9 Km 38798 2021-07-29

766-2, Geumdanggyegok-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-330-2771

Geumdanggyegok Valley, located upstream of the Pyeongchanggang River, is a gorge between three different districts of Bongpyeong-myeon, Yongpyeong-myeon and Daehwa-myeon, just west of Geumdangsan Mountain (1,173 m). Geumdanggyegok Valley is an impressive site with sections of both gentle and fast flowing valley waters. From late March through April full-blown azalea covers the mountainsides and valleys providing visitors with a refreshing spring scent.

To reach Geumdanggyegok Valley, travel down along the Pyeongchanggang River from Jangpyeong or trek up the valley from Anmi Elementary School. Coming down to Pyeongchang-eup from Daehwa-myeon area, visitors will encounter an intersection called, “Saechugeori”. The intersection has two parts: Sanganmi and Haanmiri and a sign indicating the Geumdanggyegok Valley entrance. Across the valley, odd-shaped rock formations and cliffs appear one after another along the river. The area is a native habitat for a species of otter (Natural Treasure No. 330) and a favorite spot for catching catfish.

Jeongseon Station (정선역)

14.1 Km 2437 2017-07-10

55, Noksong 8-gil, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do

The population of Jeongseon greatly decreased after the decline of the coal mining business in Korea. With the loss of travelers, many stations on the Jeongseon Line switched to non-manned operations; Jeongseon Station is the only station to maintain staff.

Despite losing population, Jeongseon has maintained popularity due to its history as the birthplace of Korea's folk song, Arirang, and for Jeongseon Traditional Market, held every weekend.

Donggwang Sikdang (동광식당)

14.1 Km 23137 2024-03-20

27 Noksong 1-gil, Jeongseon-eup, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do

With over 50 years of history, this jokbal (braised pigs' feet) restaurant is a cherished local establishment. Its standout dish is hwanggi jokbal (braised pigs' feet with milk vetch roots), renowned for its chewy texture and clean flavor. The meat and cartilage are tenderized through extended braising with milk vetch roots, which also impart a subtle flavor to the dish. Another highlight on the menu is the kotdeungchigi guksu (buckwheat noodles), a Jeongseon-style dish featuring chewy buckwheat noodles cooked in a broth flavored with perilla and soybean paste.

Jeongseon Arirang Performance - Ari Arari (정선아리랑극 아리아라리)

14.2 Km 2149 2021-03-26

51, Aesan-ro, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-33-560-3017

Jeongseon Arirang, a musical performance, takes place at the Jeongseon Arirang Center in Jeongseon on days when the Jeongseon Fifth-day Market is taking place. The musical aims to preserve and promote the local cultural intangible heritage of Jeongseon Arirang. Started in 2018, the musical continues to capture the attention of its audience. The performance tells the story of a Joseon dynasty lumberjack, Gimok, who leaves his wife, Jeongseon, and daughter, Ari, behind while he goes to the capital to work on the construction of Gyeongbokgung Palace. After fifteen years of no contact, Ari heads to Hanyang in search of her father.After arriving at the palace, they realize the importance of their hometown and families. The story is told through ten musical numbers, each pleasing to the ears and the eyes. After the musical, the audience can also take pictures with the performers. As an added bonus, a 5,000 won Arirang Voucher comes with the purchase of every ticket, and can be used throughout Jeongseon.

Baengnyongdonggul Cave-Gangwon Paleozoic Geopark (백룡동굴-강원고생대 국가지질공원)

15.0 Km 13092 2020-06-10

63, Munhui-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-560-2379

Baengnyongdonggul Cave is a 1.8㎞-long, natural limestone cave located in Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do. The cave entrance is located 10-15㎞ above sea level, and is surrounded by rocks. In 1976, local residents expanded a small lane in the middle of the main cave corridor to allow for easier exploration. Since then, the cave has continued to be explored and researched with great value for geologists. The cave was designated Natural Monument No. 260 in 1979.

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