Ch'unch'on Travel Guide

 
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Explore Ch'unch'on

Things to Do  

Nami Island 1

Nami Island 1, Ch'unch'on

 machomikemd Says:  Nami Island was named for the famous korean general and youngest defense minister, General Nami who died in the 1500 but it now became more famous due to it's romantic pine trees and biking trails and is the Main Setting of Winter Sonata, which started the Hallyu or korean... 

Myeongdong

Myeongdong, Ch'unch'on

 machomikemd Says:  Like in nearby nami island, this hip street of Chuncheon City became more popular due to the "Winter Sonata" since this street is the setting where the lead characters shop and eat the famous gangwon province specialty, the Dak Galbi (Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings).This... 

Nami Island 5 (International Festivals)

Nami Island 5 (International Festivals), Ch'unch'on

 machomikemd Says:  Besides Winter Sonata and Strolling around the island in Bikes, another popular thing to do is to watch assorted International Festivals which is all year round here. The motif in june was international childrens paintings and in July was a world ethnic music festival. 

Nami Island 4 (Winter Sonata Studio Set)

Nami Island 4 (Winter Sonata Studio Set), Ch'unch'on

 machomikemd Says:  The Winter Sonata Mini Studio Set is Located in the Middle of the Island, in the Commercial Area wherein you can take pictures in the Mini Studio for a small fee. 

Nami Island 3 (gapyeong wharf)

Nami Island 3 (gapyeong wharf), Ch'unch'on

 machomikemd Says:  this is Gapyeong Wharf, where you can buy tickets to go to Nami Island, it is located 30 minutes from Chuncheon City proper and about 1 hour from Seoul Suburbs.A 5 minute ferry ride from the gapyeong wharf (included in the ticket) starts the adventure.Admission: Adults:... 

Nami Island 2 (Winter Sonata Setting)

Nami Island 2 (Winter Sonata Setting), Ch'unch'on

 machomikemd Says:  This is the main setting of the highly acclaimed Winter Sonata, which started the Hallyu (korean wave of television dramas that became popular in asia and North America) that is why you see that tourist here are mostly asian with just a few caucasians.Due to this, General... 

Climbing Bongwisan

Climbing Bongwisan, Ch'unch'on

 skootter01 Says:  Bongwisan is a tiny mountain located right behind the provincial office in Chuncheon. To get there, simply follow the street signs leading to the provincial office. Next, face the office gate and turn right. There is a small road/alley that leads to the trailhead and on up... 

Climbing Samaksan

Climbing Samaksan, Ch'unch'on

 skootter01 Says:  Samak mountain (654 meters) is a very strenuous hike with some very good views of Chuncheon as well as the river running below. One side is about 2km straight up - ladders, ropes, chains, cables, and hand over hand climbing come into play. But it's not as bad as it sounds. I... 

Restaurants  

Dak Galbi Nami island: Dak Galbi -korean grilled spicy n sweet chicken

Dak Galbi Nami island: Dak Galbi -korean grilled spicy n sweet chicken, Ch'unch'on

 machomikemd Says:  Dak Galbi, A Gangwon Province Specialty is spicy stir-fried chicken with vegetables. Dakgalbi is prepared by marinating chopped chicken in spicy red pepper paste with peppery seasoning for about one day. Cabbage, green onions, sweet potatoes, and cylinder shaped rice cakes... 

Dalkgalbi Street

Dalkgalbi Street, Ch'unch'on

 skootter01 Says:  I'm not the first person to write about this street and I'm sure I won't be the last. There are actually two "Dalkalbi Streets" in Chuncheon - one near the bus terminal and the more popular one downtown. It's the latter that I am recommending.Almost anyone in town can point... 

Transportation  

Nami Island Ferry

Nami Island Ferry, Ch'unch'on

 machomikemd Says:  Inside the Ferry Boat from Gapyeong Wharf, going to Nami Island (about 5 minute ride).Located in: Gapyeong Wharf, Bangha-ri, Namsan-myeon, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do Province 

Gapyeong Wharf Ferry to Nami Island

Gapyeong Wharf Ferry to Nami Island, Ch'unch'on

 machomikemd Says:  A 5 minute ferry ride from the gapyeong wharf (included in the ticket) starts the adventure Into nami Island! (the wharf is about 30 minutes from Chuncheon City Proper)Admission: Adults: 5,000 won, Youths: 3,500 won, Children: 2,500 wonHours: 08:00 ~ 21:00 (Open throughout... 

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