2018 Winter Olympics —— Gangneung Part 2

Heyyy everyone! Sokyin is come back again XXD today I would like to continue my part 2 introduce about the tourist attractions of Gangneung. It is amazing place as if you are a K-drama fans, you will know it is one of the place that shooting in a one of the most popular Korean drama.

Are you still remembered this?

Yes, you are right! It is the place that shooting for “Guardian: The Lonely and Great God”. 

This is Jumunjin Breakwater (주문진 방사제). It was built to protect the coastline from the effects of erosion and longshore drift. It also became a popular attraction after its first appearance in the television drama “Goblin” (2016) as many visitors look forward to taking photos of a scene enactment from the drama.

⛫Location: 1609, Haean-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

After that, we can visit Jeongdongjin Rail Bike (정동진 레일바이크) to have a nice memory with your friends, family or beloved. You can have a nice viewing of sea when you are in bike.

It is in the Guinness Book of World Records as having the unique distinction of having a train station that is located the closest to the sea, in the world. It has been famous as the best spot to see the sunrise and has a rail bike running from Jeongdongjin station letting you see the beautiful ocean view all the way while on the track.

⛫Location: 13, Jeongdongyeok-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

🕐Operating Hours

Mar-Oct 09:00-17:00 / Nov-Feb 09:00-16:00 (Rail bikes available at every hour)

※ Operating hours vary in summer and winter seasons. Please refer to official website prior to visiting.

💲Admission fee: 20,000 KRW for 2 seaters/ 30,000 KRW for 4 seaters

🌐Homepage

www.sunbike.kr

Haslla Art World (하슬라아트월드) is covering an area of 61 acres, Haslla Art World gets its name ‘Haslla’ from Gangneung of the Shilla Era. Formed by applying to its natural features, the Art Garden contains the Pine Tree Garden, Time Hall, Wetlands, Fun Garden and so on… At the Fun Garden located by the sea, artists and visitors can talk about artwork place here, as well as gaze at the clear view of the sea. There is also a study room where children experience the making of artwork and observe nature, as well as try to make sotdae (a Korean folk item, a pole, which is set up for prayer or celebration). A full tour takes about an hour and 30 minutes to two hours and 30 minutes.

⛫Location: 1441, Yulgong-ro, Gangdong-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

강원도 강릉시 강동면 율곡로 1441 (강동면)

🕐Operating Hours

[Park / Gallery]

09:00-18:00 / Peak Season 08:00-19:00

※ Subject to change during summer vacation.

Admission / Participation Fees

[Park]

Individual: 6,000 won / Group: 5,000 won

[Museum]

Individual: 7,000 won / Group: 6,000 won

[Park + Museum]

Individual: 10,000 won / Group: 9,000 won

※ Group: 30 or more people

※ Local citizen, senior citizens: 1,000 won discount

※ No overlap discounts

🌐Homepage

www.haslla.kr (Korean, English, Chinese, Japanese)

hasllamuseum.com (Korean only)

It’s time to touch with nature, say bye bye to my ocean 😍

Ojukheon (오죽헌)

Ojukheon House gets its name from the many black bamboo trees that surround it. It was here where Sinsaimdang (1504-1551) lived and where her son Yi I (penname Yulgok; scholar and politician of the Joseon Period) was born. It was built during the time of the 11^th King of Joseon, King Jungjong (1506-1544), and remains one of the oldest wooden residential building in Korea. It was designated as Treasure No.165 in 1963 and has been maintained by the descendants throughout the generations.

⛫Location: 24, Yulgok-ro, 313 beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

강원도 강릉시 율곡로3139번길 24 (죽헌동)

🕐Operating Hours

March-October 08:00-18:30

November-February 09:00-18:00

* Last admission 1hr before closing

💲Admission Fees

Individual - Adults 3,000 won / Teenagers 2,000 won / Children 1,000 won

Groups - Adults 2,000 won / Teenagers 1,500 won / Children 500 won

* Groups: 30 people or more * Free admission (ID required): Children under 6 years of age, Seniors (ages 65 and older), people with a disability (plus one companion for level. 1-3)

* 50% discount on the last Wednesday of every month for Cultural Day

🌐Homepage

www.gn.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)

Next, we will be visit Seongyojang (강릉 선교장)

It is the former upper-class residence of the Naebeon Lee (1703-1781) noble family of Gangneung-si, Gnagwon-do Province. It was designated Important Folklore Material No.5 in 1967. The meaning of “Seon”, in Seongyojang, is boat. Gyeongpo Lake was directly in front of Seongyojang at the time it was built, thus making is accessible by boat. Gyeongpo Lake at one time reached the enormous circumference of 12km. its size has reduced by 4km over the years and its depth has decreased by 1-2 meters. It is said that 10 generations of descendents of Naebeon Lee have continued to live at Seongyojang. KBS (Korean Broadcasting System) has selected this residency as one of the top 10 most well preserved original dwellings in Korea that was constructed over the past 300 years.

⛫Location: 63, Unjeong-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

강원도 강릉시 운정길 63 (운정동)

🕐Operating Hours

March-October: 09:00-18:00

November-February: 09:00-17:00

💲Admission Fees

Individuals: Adults 5,000 won / Teenagers & Seniors 3,000 won / Children 2,000 won

Groups: Adults 3,500 won / Teenagers & Seniors 2,000 won / Children 1,000 won

※Adults (Ages 19-64) / Teenagers (Ages 14-18) / Children (Ages 8-13)

※Groups: 30 people or more

※Free admission for those using the Traditional Culture Experience Center

🌐Homepage

www.knsgj.net (Korean only)

Taking a long journey, it will probably tired so here I recommend a place that suitable to take a rest.

Anmok Coffee Street (안목해변)

Romantic Gangneung is a city of coffee. There have many coffee shops in Anmok harbour street and coffee roasting museum. Gangneung’s coffee maniacs have a pride in their own coffee recipes and held the coffee festival every year. You may sip the coffee at Anmok street with the beautiful ocean view.

⛫Location: 16, Changhae-ro, 14beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

강원도 강릉시 창해로14번길 16 (견소동)

🌐Homepage

www.gntour.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)

A kindly reminder:

Beach Swimming Period: July ~ August

Jumunjin Fish market (강릉 주문진수산시장)

Jumunjin Seafood Market was founded in 1936 and is situated in Gangenung next to Jumujin Port, home to a large fleet of squid boats. It is the largest seafood market on the East Coast and includes a dried seafood market and a sashimi centre. The market is a favourite among both Koreans and international visitors. Market specialties include a variety of fresh seafood caught on the East Coast such as squid, mackerel pollacks, pikes, and crabs. At the market, visitors can purchase these items (and many dried seafood products) at inexpensive prices, as well as get a taste of fresh, delicious sashimi. In addition, the market hosts a variety of fun events such as the Blowfish Festival and Squid Festival.

⛫Location: 38, Sijang-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

강원도 강릉시 주문진읍 시장길 38

🕐Operating Hours

Mon-Fri 07:00~22:00

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