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Eversince Korean dramas swept across Asian TV, lots of local tourists go to Nami Island (named after a local general). People enjoy biking, riding their scooters and promenading the island's tree lined pathways (pine, sequoia, and birch trees). Lots of couples walk hand-in-hand here as they pose in areas where Winter Sonata, a popular Korean drama, was shot. Squirrels hop from branch to branch and ostriches run around their fenced area. Camping, water-skiing, staying in different accommodations (hotel, individual cottages) are also possible. Of course the food stalls have higher-priced bottled drinking waters and food (at least double the normal prices) It takes 3-4 hours to tour the area coupled with almost 1.5 hours of train travel one-way) from Seoul city center. Since we were there on a 3-day weekend, it took us 20 minutes to line up for the exit and wait for the ferry (arrives every 10-15 mins). Thus, I recommend that you take this day tour only if you've seen the major attractions in Seoul (palaces and markets) or if you're into enjoying the outdoors. Directions: 1) Take subway to Cheongnyangni Stn (Line 1, Exit 4). 2) From Cheongnyangni stn, walk towards the train station behind Lotte Department Store. 3) Buy ticket going to Gapyeong Stn. (3500 W with reserved seat, 3000 W no seat). Train journey of 1 hr and 15 min allows you to see lakes, mountains and quieter rural areas. 4) From Gapyeong Station, take either a bus or taxi. It's a 10 minute taxi ride (3500-4000 W) going to the Namisum ferry. It's more economical to share a taxi. 5) Ferry Hours: 7:30AM to 7:30PM Admission (round-trip ferry boat fee included): - W 5,000 (ages 20 and above) - W 3,500 (ages 13 to 18) - W 2,500 (ages 5 to 12) - W 3,500 (ages 65+ and for handicapped) - discounts for a group of 20 or more. Leave a Comment Website: http://www.namisum.com/mainENG.asp
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