Spring romantic travel attractions
Places worth visiting in April according to the Korea Tourism Organization include ‘Chuncheon Gangchon Rail Park (Chuncheon, Gangwon)’, ‘Danyang Seonamgol Ecological Tour (Danyang, North Chungcheong)’, ‘Imgo Riverside Park in Yeongcheon (Yeongcheon, North Gyeongsang)’, and ‘Imsil Saseon Daegukmin’. A total of 5 places were recommended, including ‘Tourist Attraction (Imsil, Jeollabuk-do)’ and ‘Naju Yeongsangangdunchi Sports Park (Naju, Jeollanam-do)’.
Places worth visiting in April according to the Korea Tourism Organization include ‘Chuncheon Gangchon Rail Park (Chuncheon, Gangwon)’, ‘Danyang Seonamgol Ecological Tour (Danyang, North Chungcheong)’, ‘Imgo Riverside Park in Yeongcheon (Yeongcheon, North Gyeongsang)’, and ‘Imsil Saseon Daegukmin’. A total of 5 places were recommended, including ‘Tourist Attraction (Imsil, Jeollabuk-do)’ and ‘Naju Yeongsangangdunchi Sports Park (Naju, Jeollanam-do)’.
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The road to welcome spring along the romantic Gyeongchun Line
Chuncheon Gangchon Rail Park
The old Gyeongchun Line was the route where the Mugunghwa train ran with a bumpy, romantic feel. Rail bikes now run along the train tracks. Gangchon Rail Park has two lines and three departure stations using some sections of the old Gyeongchun Line. Based on the departure station, it is divided into Kim Yu-jeong Rail Bike, Gapyeong Rail Bike, and Gyeonggang Rail Bike. The Kim Yu-jeong Rail Bike is a 8.5 km course in total. You ride the rail bike to Nangu Village at 6 km, then transfer to the romantic train and go to the old Gangchon Station.
Chuncheon Gangchon Rail Park
The old Gyeongchun Line was the route where the Mugunghwa train ran with a bumpy, romantic feel. Rail bikes now run along the train tracks. Gangchon Rail Park has two lines and three departure stations using some sections of the old Gyeongchun Line. Based on the departure station, it is divided into Kim Yu-jeong Rail Bike, Gapyeong Rail Bike, and Gyeonggang Rail Bike. The Kim Yu-jeong Rail Bike is a 8.5 km course in total. You ride the rail bike to Nangu Village at 6 km, then transfer to the romantic train and go to the old Gangchon Station.
From Gangchon Station, take the shuttle bus to return to the starting
point, Gimyujeong Station. The highlight of the course is the four tunnels
that appear in the middle of the course and the view of the Bukhangang
River from the romantic train. The Gapyeong Rail Bike is an 8km round trip
course that goes to Gyeonggang Station and back and uses electric rail
bikes. Cross the river along the 30m high Bukhangang Railroad Bridge, pass
through the zelkova tree tunnel and the cherry blossom tunnel, and you
will reach Gyeonggang Station.
While you have a short break, let's take pictures of your travel memories
at Gyeonggang Station, which is filled with the emotions of a simple
station. Gyeonggang Station is also the filming location for the movie
“Letter” and the drama “The Wind Rises.” You can also use Gyeonggang Rail
Bike as a pet bike to enjoy with your dog.
Across from Kim Yu-jeong Station, the Kim Yu-jeong Literature Village has been created. There is the birthplace of writer Kim Yu-jeong, who was active in the 1930s, an exhibition hall, and an experience space. The old Baekyang-ri Station still retains its appearance as a simple station on the Gyeongchun Line. The train timetable and fare table hanging in the waiting room, as well as the station master's uniform and hat, bring back memories of the analog era.
The Chuncheon Samaksan Lake Cable Car, which connects Samcheon-dong and the ridge of Samaksan Mountain, is the longest cable car in Korea with a running length of 3.61km. From the observatory at the upper station, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Uiam Lake, Carp Island, and downtown Chuncheon.
Location: Sindong-myeon, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
Inquiries: Gangchon Rail Park 033-245-1000
Slowly keeping pace with spring along the rocks
Danyang Seonamgol Ecological Tourist Trail
Seonamgol Ecological Tourist Trail is section 1 of the Danyang Slow Conservation Trail and is a 14.8km walking course along Seonam Valley. Along Danyangcheon, a tributary of the Namhangang River, granite and sandstone form a beautiful landscape, and Haseonam, Jungseonam, and Sangseonam, which are considered one of the Eight Scenic Views of Danyang, appear one after another. These are famous places where there is a legend that a hermit wandered around intoxicated by the exquisite scenery of these three rocky areas.
Danyang Seonamgol Ecological Tourist Trail
Seonamgol Ecological Tourist Trail is section 1 of the Danyang Slow Conservation Trail and is a 14.8km walking course along Seonam Valley. Along Danyangcheon, a tributary of the Namhangang River, granite and sandstone form a beautiful landscape, and Haseonam, Jungseonam, and Sangseonam, which are considered one of the Eight Scenic Views of Danyang, appear one after another. These are famous places where there is a legend that a hermit wandered around intoxicated by the exquisite scenery of these three rocky areas.
Another advantage is that it has accommodations and convenience facilities
such as a natural recreation forest, a pension, and an auto camping site. In
addition, you will never get bored with the spectacular scenery along the
road, including Soseonam, Eunseonam, and Specialseonam. In particular, in
spring, azaleas and azaleas, as beautiful as the rosy cheeks of a bird of
color, are abundant, and cherry tree-lined streets spread out from the
starting point, making it enough to enjoy spring.
If you walk about 1km from Jungseonam, you will reach Danyang's famous mountain, Doraksan Mountain, and the Danyang Branch of Woraksan National Park. It is a perfect place to get information about national parks and take a break. If you are ready to enjoy spring, let’s take a leisurely walk along the waterway of Seonam Valley.
If you climb Mancheonha Skywalk, which has become a landmark of Danyang,
you can see Danyang town, Namhan River, Sobaeksan Mountain, Geumsusan
Mountain, and Woraksan Mountain. At Danuria Aquarium, the largest freshwater
fish ecology museum in Korea, you can see a tank with the unexplored scenery
of Danyang in the background. Gosu Cave, a limestone cave where you can
experience ancient mysteries, is also a travel destination in Danyang that
cannot be missed.
Location: Habang-ri, Danseong-myeon, Danyang, Chungcheongbuk-do
Inquiry: Danyang-gun Tourism Planning Team 043)420-2906
Location: Habang-ri, Danseong-myeon, Danyang, Chungcheongbuk-do
Inquiry: Danyang-gun Tourism Planning Team 043)420-2906
Cherry blossom spots, from picnics to drives
Yeongcheon Imgo Riverside Park
Imgo Riverside Park is an old cherry blossom spot. A path lined with cherry trees on both sides continues from the entrance to the end of the park. When the river breeze blows, pink flower rain creates a spectacular sight. There are many people who enjoy camping or picnicking in the park, and the Flower Rain Picnic is even better than it sounds. In addition, the scenery created by Jahocheon Stream is also picturesque, so it is a special spring whether you enjoy swimming in the water, walking along the trail, or doing anything while admiring the towering rock walls and the leisurely flowing river. All facilities, including drinking fountains and restrooms, are clean and maintained, and the usage fee is free, which is perfect.
Yeongcheon Imgo Riverside Park
Imgo Riverside Park is an old cherry blossom spot. A path lined with cherry trees on both sides continues from the entrance to the end of the park. When the river breeze blows, pink flower rain creates a spectacular sight. There are many people who enjoy camping or picnicking in the park, and the Flower Rain Picnic is even better than it sounds. In addition, the scenery created by Jahocheon Stream is also picturesque, so it is a special spring whether you enjoy swimming in the water, walking along the trail, or doing anything while admiring the towering rock walls and the leisurely flowing river. All facilities, including drinking fountains and restrooms, are clean and maintained, and the usage fee is free, which is perfect.
There are many hidden cherry blossom spots around Imgo Riverside Park. The
road from Yanghyang Bridge in Imgo-myeon to Yangsu Bridge is called ‘Pretty
Cherry Blossom Road.’ This road, which stretches for about 2km along the
riverside, is perfect for enjoying the cherry blossoms while walking with
family, lovers, or friends. You can’t miss the Yeongcheon Dam Cherry Blossom
Road. Cherry blossoms bloom endlessly along the 40km local road from
Yeongcheon Dam, which has a spectacular view of lakes and mountains, to the
vicinity of Bohyeonsan Astronomical Science Museum. We offer the best cherry
blossom drive where you can drive while enjoying the cherry blossoms in a
private car.
Unjusan Mountain Horse Riding Natural Recreation Forest, where you can
enjoy forest bathing and horseback riding at the same time for the first
time in Korea, is just a stone's throw away. If you walk along the trail,
you can fully enjoy the 730,000㎡ dense Rigida pine forest, and at the Horse
Culture Experience Center, fun programs ranging from horse feeding to
horseback riding await. Imgo Seowon, which commemorates King Jeong Mong-ju,
a loyalist from the late Goryeo Dynasty, is also worth a visit. There are
many famous cafes around Imgoseowon.
Location: Imgo-myeon, Yeongcheon-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Inquiry: Yeongcheon City Park Management Office 054)330-6891
Location: Imgo-myeon, Yeongcheon-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Inquiry: Yeongcheon City Park Management Office 054)330-6891
Enjoying the mood of spring like a hermit
Imsil Saseondae National Tourist Site
'Imsil' cannot be missed on a trip to Sangchun under a clear sky without a single cloud. Imsil, with its mountains and plenty of water, is truly the harbinger of spring. The fresh green of the mountains surrounding it in all directions, the forsythia of the Seomjingang River and the water fog of Okjeong Lake color my heart, which had been gray all winter, with bright excitement. Among them, Saseondae, where Seongmisan Mountain, 430 meters above sea level, and Owoncheon Stream, the upper stream of the Seomjingang River, harmonize like a picture, is the perfect place to enjoy the atmosphere of a spring day.
Imsil Saseondae National Tourist Site
'Imsil' cannot be missed on a trip to Sangchun under a clear sky without a single cloud. Imsil, with its mountains and plenty of water, is truly the harbinger of spring. The fresh green of the mountains surrounding it in all directions, the forsythia of the Seomjingang River and the water fog of Okjeong Lake color my heart, which had been gray all winter, with bright excitement. Among them, Saseondae, where Seongmisan Mountain, 430 meters above sea level, and Owoncheon Stream, the upper stream of the Seomjingang River, harmonize like a picture, is the perfect place to enjoy the atmosphere of a spring day.
Saseondae, located in Gwanchon-ri, Gwanchon-myeon, is a long-standing resting place for Imsil residents and a representative scenic spot in Imsil that attracts visitors from all over the country. Sasundae (四仙臺) means ‘a place where four immortals played.’ It is said that about 2,000 years ago, two immortals from Unsusan Mountain in Imsil and two immortals from Maisan in Jinan stayed leisurely, intoxicated by the clean and beautiful scenery of the Gwanchon area. .
Unseojeong (雲棲亭), visible on the hill above Saseondae, is a place where patriotic governors gathered during the Japanese colonial period to soothe their sorrow over the loss of their country, and the Deokcheon-ri Gachimbakdal colony around Unseojeong is a rare wild tree that is not easily found in the central and southern regions. This is where it grows.
Imsil Cheese Theme Park, where you can experience Imsil, the birthplace of Korean cheese, shows the essence of Imsil Cheese with over 60 years of history, and the Jeonbuk Special Self-Governing Province 119 Safety Experience Center provides information on how to respond to various natural disasters and safety accidents at an age-appropriate level. It's interesting information.
Bungeo Island Ecological Park (Okjeongho Suspension Bridge), which reopened
on March 1, is an ecological space overlooking Okjeongho, the mysterious
lake that symbolizes Imsil. Let’s embrace April with a warm heart and the
legacy of Imsil that cannot be missed anywhere.
Location: 68-7, Saseon 2-gil, Gwanchon-myeon, Imsil-gun, Jeollabuk-do
Inquiry: Imsil County Office Tourism Cheese Department 063)640-2341
Location: 68-7, Saseon 2-gil, Gwanchon-myeon, Imsil-gun, Jeollabuk-do
Inquiry: Imsil County Office Tourism Cheese Department 063)640-2341
Is a bright yellow spring coming to Yeongsan River?
Naju Yeongsangangdunchi Sports Park
Naju Yeongsangangdunchi Sports Park is a resting place for Naju citizens encompassing the Yeongsanpo area. Located under Yeongsan Bridge and Yeongsandaegyo Bridge, this park is approximately 130,000 m2 wide and features a soccer field, inline skating track, and a dedicated parking lot, making it highly accessible. In spring, rape flowers color the park.
Naju Yeongsangangdunchi Sports Park
Naju Yeongsangangdunchi Sports Park is a resting place for Naju citizens encompassing the Yeongsanpo area. Located under Yeongsan Bridge and Yeongsandaegyo Bridge, this park is approximately 130,000 m2 wide and features a soccer field, inline skating track, and a dedicated parking lot, making it highly accessible. In spring, rape flowers color the park.
When viewed from Yeongsangyo Bridge, a huge yellow carpet unfolds. In particular, Dongseom Island is a small island in the Yeongsan River that is more secluded and romantic. If you happen to miss the season when rape flowers are in full bloom, there is no need to worry. Hwangpo sailboat experience and bicycle riding are other ways to enjoy leisure time on the Yeongsan River. The Yeongsangang River Hwangpo sailboat experience departs from Yeongsanpo Pier, south of Yeongsangyo Bridge, and cruises around the Korea Natural Dye Museum Pier for about 50 minutes.
The Yeongsanpo Magnetic Level Mark (nationally registered cultural
property) at Yeongsanpo Pier is also a must-see. There is a free bicycle
rental center under the northern pier of Yeongsan Bridge. Anyone can use it
as long as they have an ID card.
Yeongsanpo Railroad Park is a stone’s throw away from Yeongsangang Sports Dunch Park. There are many free experience facilities, including the Yeongsanpo History and Culture Experience Center and rail bike rides. Gotaet-gil is a course where you can take a leisurely stroll around the old Naju-eupseong Fortress. Bitgaram Lake Park and Observatory are the representative resting places and landmarks of Naju Innovation City.
Location: Samyeong-dong, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do
Inquiry: Yeongsangangdunchi Sports Park 061)339-4522
Yeongsanpo Railroad Park is a stone’s throw away from Yeongsangang Sports Dunch Park. There are many free experience facilities, including the Yeongsanpo History and Culture Experience Center and rail bike rides. Gotaet-gil is a course where you can take a leisurely stroll around the old Naju-eupseong Fortress. Bitgaram Lake Park and Observatory are the representative resting places and landmarks of Naju Innovation City.
Location: Samyeong-dong, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do
Inquiry: Yeongsangangdunchi Sports Park 061)339-4522