Visit Korea - Gangwon do Recommended food

Hello.......

안녕하세요.........

Actually there are many other tourism in Gangwon, I will write again in next post.

And today for refresh your mind (or tummy) I will give you recommended food in Gangwon do.... 

Let's check out ^^d

1. Gondre Namulbap, a steamed rice with savory and nutritious cirsium. It is served by soy sauce. 

Location : Alpensia Resort

2. Chicken BBQ (Dakgalbi) Marinated chicken is pot-roasted with lettuce, onion, garlic, pepper, and various other fresh ingredients.

Location :  Gangchon Resort - Chuncheon

3. Hoengseong Korea-bred Beef-tender meat and juiciness is preserved even after cooking. It is so popular that it was serve to the dignitaries at the APEC summit Conference.

Location : Welli Hilli Park

4. Edible Greens - A Korean dish that comes with various edible greens from Jeongseon. It is good to mix the greens with rice and sauce to make Bibimbab.

Location : Kangwon Land High 1 ski resort

5. Pheasant Dish - Pheasant used to be served to the king in ancient days. It is high in protein and low in fat. Tasty and easy to digest.

Location : Oak Valley Snow Park

6. Taebak Yeontan Gui - Taebak beef cows are raised in the pollution-free highlands (700m). The fresh premium Taebak beef is briquette-grilled.

Location : O2 resort

7. Grilled Hwangtae (Alaska Pollack) Hwangtae is Marinated in a unique marinade and grilled on a sizzling pan.

Location : Yongpyong Resort - Inje

8. Makguksu - Buckwheat noodles perfect diet food mixed with numerous vegetables and sweet and sour seasoning.

Location : Chuncheon

9. Sliced raw fish - Various raw fish freshly caught each morning from the coast of Gangwon-do

Location : Sokcho

10. Chodang Sundubu (soft tofu) - Seasoned with clean and fresh seawater, Chodang sundubu gives a clean, mild and aromatic taste.

Location : Gangneung

Actually there are many other recommended food beside popular Korean Food like Bibimbab, kimbab, tteobokki, samgetyang, and other.....

Remember guys when you visit Gangwon-do try this recommended food okayyyy ^^ 

Visit Korea - Gangwon Do Tourism 2

I am sorry for split my article because I don't like long article hehe ^^ 

Okay we will continue to share about Gangwon Do tourism.

3. SKI RESORT

Well guys,, Gangwon-do has many beautiful ski resort and also famous as skiing paradise and make all winter sports enthusiasts excited!!. Gangwon-do's ski resort are the essence of convenience as they include international-standard ski slopes, comfortable lodging, and various convenience facilities.

Okay , this is list of Ski Resort in Gangwon-do: 

1. Alpensia Resort - Pyeongchang , has a great view of magnificent Daegwallyeong area. a gentle ski slope wich is especially designed for kids and women are a great place for beginners to learn skiing. Ski Academy and Ski School for Kids are available.

More information :  www.alpensiaresort.co.kr

2. Bokwang Phoenix Park - Pyeongchang proudly presents the natural valley slope of 1,050m-tall Mt. Taegi with outstanding snow conditions. It's the best ski resort in Korea with 12 world-class slopes, 8 ski chairlift, 6 sun-kid lifts and a modern gondola made by Doppelmire. Each of the 21 courses has unique design, looking out to the 500m-wide panoramic ski base, and guarantees dynamic and exciting speed. Various attractions in the Terrain Park include the Extreme Park for beginners and a mini half pipe and jumpinh deck for snowboarders. Interest for visit?? Let's arrange your schedule^^ ☺

 More information : www.pp.co.kr

3. Daemyeong Vivaldi Park - Hongcheon, which is about an hour from Seoul by car!!! Pretty near guys ^^. Vivaldi Park's greatest attraction is the lift that carry eight people at a time. Slopes called "Hip-Hop", "Techno", and "Funky" appeal to youngsters... COOL!! Skiing and snowboarding lessons are provided at various level from beginners to masters. Every year, a variety of competitions and events, including the Mogul Ski Competition and Snowboard World Competitionship, are held here. Okay, you must visit this place in winter guys ^^!

 

More information : www.vivaldipark.com

4. Elysian Gangchon - Chuncheon. Well guys, It only takes 40 minutes by train to get to Elysian Gangchon from Seoul. Gangchon guarantees exciting and comfortable skiing with 1,000m from beginner, intermediate skiers, and experts. Enjoy stable and comfortable skiing on valley slopes and exciting and refreshing skiing on ridgeline slopes. This ski resort is nearest from Nami Island guys, so recommended for you ^^

 

More information : www.elysian.co.kr

5. Welli Hilli Park - Hoengseong, designed by Paul Matthews of Canada's ECOSIGN, one of the world's most well-known designers who specialize in ski slopes, and has been recognized by the International Ski Federation for its size and safety. As the host of the 2009 Snowboard World Championships, it will be widely introduced as mecca for snowboarding hehehe.. Korea's greatest fun park (Terrain Park) is an eye-catching area that allows both experts and beginners to perform " techniques". All slopes are opened to snowboarders; the Half Pipe Park, exclusive for snowboarding, is most popular among snowboarders. Recommended for snowboarder guys^^.

More information : www.wellihillipark.com

6. Kangwon Land High 1 Ski Resort - Jeongseon-gun , this ski resort presented by Kangwon Land, know for Korea's greatest casino. Located in the highlands, it can serve skiers 45-50 days more than other ski resorts every winter. Slopes are 40m wide on average and provide each person with the largest personal space in Korea. High 1 Ski resort does not divide the town area and the resort area, but includes the town as a part of the ski resort. There are two ski bases, the main base and an extra base by casino (^_^) and three Gondolas connect every part of Kangwon Land Resort. A ski train is operated from Seoul and Busan and frees visitors from the risk of heavy snow or traffic congestion.  Wah thats so cool and recommended guys ......!! 

 

More information : www.high1.com

7. Oak Valley Snow Park - Wonju is an exotic Mediterranean-style Resort. Includes nine variously themed slopes, express lift, and world class half pipe courses. Oak Valley Snow Park is a fusion project that combines a ski resort, golf course, and condominiums. As its names says, skiers ski down slopes along snow-covered oak forests Daebak!! Very interesting right ^^. 

 

More information : www.oakvalley.co.kr 

8. O2 Resort - Taebak is the largest annual snowfall and the best quality snow. At 1,420m elevation, the O2 resort is a place where every level of skier can enjoy long, exciting runs. When three slopes are connected, the 3,2km-long downhill slope can be enjoyed to the maximum. Nearly 40% of the total area is developed for beginners. A total of five automatic, high-speed lifts, which reduce the wait time in lines, are also very appealing. A ski lounge on the mountain's peak offers a great view of the resort and Taebak city.

More information : www.o2resort.com

9. Yongpyong Resort - Pyeongchan, well guys this resort is background sets of Winter Sonata Drama and Asia's second ski resort to be certified by the International Ski Federation. It successfully held the World Cup Ski Competition in 1998 and 2000 and the 1999 Winter Asian Games and has been very popular among skiers from Europe and other parts of Asia. 27 slopes, including the Rainbow Slopes, and an average of 250cm of snow every winter makes Yongpyong th best ski resort in the world. As Korea's first Terrain Park and Korea's widest slope at 180m it is the pride of the region. It is planning to develop up to 48 slopes and 24 lifts to become an even larger ski resort. It is very popular guys.. you must visit this resort okay!! ^^

 

More information : www.yongpyong.co.kr

Well, you can visit ski resort every mid of November to early April. I hope I can visit all of them due to beautiful scenery and great ski slopes for beginner like me hehe...

See you next articles.........

*reference from Winter Travel in Gangwon booklet 

*Picture from visitkorea.co.kr korea-snow.com thanks ^^

 

Visit Korea - Gangwon Do Tourism 1

안녕하세요 everybody...

Oh I am so excited to update my blog about Gangwon-do tourism.

Because there are many attractive place and recommended for you guys... ^^

Okay,,, I took references from visitkorea.or.kr about recommended destination that can be easily reached within 2 or 3 hours from Seoul.

1. CHUNCHEON-SI - NAMI ISLAND 남이섬 종합휴양지

This is awesome small island!. I have visited Nami Island and If I have a chance I want to spent all day in Nami Island! As you know that this place is Winter Sonata shooting place^^  

Namiseom Island was formed as a result of the construction of the Cheongpyeong Dam. It is a half moon shaped (462,809㎡) isle, and on it is the grave of General Nami, who led a great victory against the rebels in the 13th year of the 7th king of the Joseon Dynasty, King Sejo (reign 1455 ~ 1468). 

Recommended time of visit is  May, July-August, October.

General rate : KRW 10,000 Special for foreigners : KRW 8,000 ^^

There are many facilities such as exhibit, performance hall, small theme garden, culture experiences, seminar rooms, restaurant and many other. You must spent time all day for explore them... trust me! ㅎㅎ. If you need more information please visit this link ^^  

2. Seoraksan National Park (Mt. Soerak)

I have visited Mt.Soerak too last year.. and there are many beautiful mountain scenery!

Also referred to as Seolsan and Seolbongsan, the mountain was named Seorak ('Seol' meaning 'snow' and 'Ak' meaning 'big mountain') because the snow would not melt for a long time keeping the rocks in a permanent state of white. In November 1965, the Seorak Mountain district was designated as a Natural Monument preservation area. Afterwards in December 1973, it was designated as a park preservation area, and in August 1982, as a Biosphere Preservation District by UNESCO. 

Areas Open to the Public

Seorak-dong (설악동) - Ulsanbawi Rock (울산바위)  Osaek Mineral Spring (오색약수터) - Yongso Falls (용소폭포) Sogongwon (소공원) - Biryong Falls (비룡폭포) Yeosim Falls (여심폭포) - Yongso Falls (용소폭포)

More information visitkorea.or.kr

Well guys.... it's interesting right! Especially if you like adventure into the mountain^^. There is fresh air, beautiful scenery and for healing from stress.

Waiting for my next post about Gangwon do tourism... ^^

Visit Korea - Gangwon Do

Hello guys...
What's up ??

It is been a long time from my last update ,
Sorry I am little bussy .. ㅠㅠ

Okay, Today I would like to introduce my favorite Area in Korea... "Gangwon Do" !!
Why why why???
My reason is Gangwondo has many attractive nature destination such as Mt. Seoraksan, Mt. Odaesan, Alpensia Resort and Nami Island!! 
Did you know that I have visit Nami Island and Mt.Seoraksan last year.. You can check on my last post ^^.

Well,, Here is a little information about Gangwon do, maybe can help you when reach them.

Gangwon-do (province) is mainly divided into the Yeongdong (east of mountain range) and Yeongseo (west of Mountain range) with the Taebaek Mountain ranges that are developed along the east side of Korean peninsula.

Gangwon do map

Gangwon do is perfect place for visit whenever you want.
Because there are many tourism and Festival for every season.

They have a refreshing sea in summer.

They have a mountain with yellow and red colored leaves in autumn.

They have snow and many sky resort in winter.

And they have a beautiful scenery with flowers and forest for spring.

대박.... ^^ Perfect!!

Beside of that, you can enjoy with traditional culture and hallyu. It's very unique right.. ^^ 

Visit Gangwon

Gangwon-do has 17 area of facilities, so don't worry, you can explore as much as you want ^^

And the next post I will introduce about tourism in Gangwon-do ^^

See you later guys....

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