If you’re thinking long and hard about where to go this summer, we have a few suggestions!

Today we introduce you to travel destinations in Gyeonggi Province for those who want to come visit Gyeonggi Province where the mountains are magnificent and waters are clear.

Have fun in the water in an all-natural environment~ Which valleys in Gyeonggi Province to visit?

Yangpyeong Jungwon Valley

With small huts and built-in wooden decks along the way, Jungwon Valley is a cool and tidy place. For about ten minutes while you climb up Jungwon Waterfall, there’s a small pool formed by water flowing down from the valley, so you can have fun in the water safely.

Cooking is prohibited in the valley, so it’s best to bring a packed lunch. If you need to cook food, you can do it at the cooking zone at the valley’s entrance.

Nearby attractions: Yongmunsa Temple, Yongmunsan Mountain Tourism Complex, Yongmun 5-day market, etc.

Address: 706, Jungwon-ri, Yongmun-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi Province

Pocheon Baegun Valley

Along with Baegunsan Mountain, Baegun Valley is a well-known destination. I’m sure plenty of you have heard of it! Baegun Valley is well equipped with amenities such as parasols, shade canopies, camps sites, and foot-volleyball courts. Cooking is prohibited but you can eat at the camping area.

Nearby attractions: Sanjeong Lake, Pyunggang Botanical Garden, and other arboretums

Address: 236-24, Pohwa-ro, Idong-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi Province

Gapyeong Yongchu Valley

If you’re planning to go trail hunting on Yeoninsan Mountain, you can’t miss out on this destination!

The destination is Yongchu Valley. The valley also features 5m-tall Yongchu Waterfall. Yongchu Valley is also known as ‘Yongchu Gugok’ since the scenery looks as if a dragon carved out a valley with nine bends while it ascended into the sky.

Yongchu Valley, with gorgeous emerald water, is one of the most popular summer vacation spots in Gyeonggi Province.

Nearby attractions: Ahobmajigi Village, Daewonsa Temple, Cheongpyeong The Spoland, Gapyeong Woodcraft Agricultural Cooperative, etc.

Address: 508-7, Yongchu-ro, Gapyeong-eup, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi Province

Yangju Songchu Valley

Songchu Valley is part of Bukhansan Mountain National Park and stretches roughly 4km along the foot of Obongsan Mountain, which is a runoff of Dobongsan Mountain.

You’ll be able to see plenty of pine and wild walnut trees along both sides of the valley. You can also enjoy the magnificent view created by clear water flowing downstream over a three-tiered waterfall.

Nearby attractions: Dobongsan Mountain, Mangwolsa Temple, Songam Space Center, Jangheung Natural Arboretum etc.

Address: Uldae-ri, Janghueng-myeon, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi Province

Gapyeong Eobi Valley

Eobi Valley, which converges with Yumyeongsan Mountain Valley at Eobigyo Bridge and flows through Sagimakcheon River to reach Namhangang River, begins as it passes by a signboard that says Eobisan Mountain, Eobi Valley.

It features rest stops and pools near pension houses, which makes Eobi Valley a truly great place to enjoy your summer vacation in a variety of ways.

Nearby attractions: Yumyeongsan Mountain, Byeolmyo, Ananti Club, Chorongi Nest Village, Monument for Yongmunsan Battle, etc.

Address: 164, Gail-ri, Seorak-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi Province

Anyang Sammaksa Valley

Only ten minutes away by bus from Gwanak Station, Sammaksa Valley is close to the city. Although not well endowed with water, the valley is a good place to take a short break.

The valley waterway is shallow so children can enjoy the water safely, and you can camp in front of the valley as well.

Nearby attractions: Anyang Art Park, Sammaksa Temple, Anyang English Village etc.

Address: San 15-1, Seoksu-dong, Manan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi Province

Yangpyeong Seoksan Valley

Yangpyeong Seoksan Valley is a place from which to view Sorisan Mountain and heal yourself! You can also enjoy the fascinating cliffs all over the valley.

At Seoksan Valley, you can take in the evergreen pine trees sitting between the cliffs and have some fun in the water.

Nearby attractions: Sorisan Mountain etc.

Address: Seoksan-ri, Danwol-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi Province

These valleys across Gyeonggi Province are open 24/7 and are free. Since numerous people visit them, keeping them in good shape is very important! Don’t forget to clean up after you’ve had fun in the water!

Waterfalls in Gyeonggi Province that help you forget about the heat… Where are they?

Yeoncheon Jaein Waterfall

Jaein Waterfall is located where Bogaesan Mountain and Hantangang River come together! It attracts many visitors thanks to its outstanding scenery.

The waterfall looks like it just came out of a movie or TV drama series; it helps you completely forget about the heat!

Nearby attractions: Royal housings from the Joseon Dynasty, etc.

Address: 21, Gomun-ri, Yeoncheon-eup, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi Province

Paju Ungye Waterfall

Located in Gamaksan Mountain, one of five difficult mountains in Gyeonggi Province, Ungye Waterfall (Biryong Waterfall) is 20m in height and offers some great views along with the beautiful terrain nearby.

Ungye Waterfall exudes different atmospheres depending on the volume of water, so you can see a different side of the waterfall each and every time you visit.

Nearby attractions: Beomryunsa Temple, Sanmeoru Farm, Gamaksan Mountain, etc.

Address: Seolma-ri, Jeokseong-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi Province

Yangpyeong Jungwon Waterfall

Jungwon Waterfall is located on Jungwonsan Mountain, which stands east of Yongmunsan Mountain. Compared to other waterfalls, Jungwon Waterfall is quite modest in size; however, it’s truly beautiful when you take it in with the surrounding landscape.

If you walk along the valley trail for 15 minutes from the Jungwon Valley parking lot, you’ll come across the three-tiered Jungwon Waterfall making a deafening sound. There’s another waterfall called Chima Waterfall nearby, so don’t forget to take a look.

Nearby attractions: National Jungmisan Mountain Recreational Forest, Yumyeongsan Mountain, Yongmunsan Mountain, Yongmunsan Mountain Recreational Forest, etc.

Address: Yeonsu-ri, Yongmun-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi Province

Yeoncheon Bidulginang Waterfall

As one of eight scenes of Hantangang River, Bidulginang boasts a vista beautiful enough to be used as the backdrop for several TV dramas and movies.

After it rains and when there’s more water flowing, you’ll be able to see the beautiful waterfall. But it’s still a pretty place even if the water isn’t flowing.

Nearby attractions: Hantangang River Daegyocheon Basalt Valley, Hwajeokyeon, etc.

Address: 451, Daehoesan-ri, Yeongbuk-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi Province

Apart from these waterfalls, Gyeonggi Province is home to several other artificial waterfalls such as the Namyangju Piano Waterfall, Gunpo Royal Azaleas Hill Artificial Waterfall, Ansan Nojoekbong Waterfall and more, so please visit them when you can.

Source: Gyeonggi Province Blog

Gyeonggi Tourism Organization Web Portal

Valleys in Gyeonggi Province with plenty of character! Enjoy your summer with these cool valleys and waterfalls.

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Throughout the hot summer, waterparks in Gyeonggi Province are extremely popular destinations among residents in the metropolitan area. These waterparks are famous for their massive size and endless attractions. Well then, let’s go dive straight into Gyeonggi Province’s best waterparks!

Caribbean Bay, Yongin

Source: Gyeonggi Tourism Organization Portal writer: Yakbangeui Gamcho (an indispensable thing)

Plenty of people probably think of Caribbean Bay in Yongin when they think of waterparks. Caribbean Bay is not just famous in Gyeonggi Province, but is also a well-known attraction across the country. Recently selected as an outstanding waterpark by the World Waterpark Association, it offers large facilities and plenty of thrilling attractions.

Caribbean Bay was inspired by ports in medieval Spain, and it creates an exotic atmosphere with shipwrecks and subtropical plants. It also features a wide variety of exciting attractions including an outdoor wave pool that creates waves that are up to 2.4m tall as well as an ultra-large combination waterslide called Mega Storm. Come check out Caribbean Bay, a waterpark that needs no further explanations from me.

Source: Caribbean Bay website

※ Event duration: Throughout the year
※ Location: 199, Everland-ro, Pogok-eup, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi Province
※ Admissions: Adults KRW 74,000 Children/Senior citizens KRW 58,000 (Gold season (July 2 – August 21), Day Ticket price)

※ Website: http://www.everland.com/web/caribbean/main.html

Goyang Onemount

Source: Goyang Onemount website

 Goyang One mount is one of the best examples of an urban waterpark! You can have fun in the water both indoors and outdoors, and in the snowpark full of white snow in the middle of summer, so it’s the perfect place to stay cool and enjoy yourself. Most importantly, there are five different types of waves at Carnival Beach, Korea’s largest indoor wave pool.

Apart from Carnival Beach, key attractions include the Sky Boomerango, which you can enjoy on the rooftop, and the water slide that offer up thrilling experiences in the sweltering heat.

Source: Goyang Onemount website

※ Event duration: Throughout the year
※ Location: 300, Hallyuworld-ro, Ilsanseo-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi Province
※ Admissions: Different rates for each facility, day, and season

※ Website: http://www.onemount.co.kr/web/?section=onemount&top&sub&key=detail&code

Bucheon Woongjin Play Doci

Source: Woongjin Play Doci website

Woongjin Play Doci in Bucheon is one of the best known urban waterparks featuring an indoor waterpark and snow park, much like Onemount in Goyang. At Woongjin Play Doci, you can enjoy a wide variety of activities such as the spa, waterpark, snowpark, and golf all year round regardless of the season.

Not only does Woongjin Play Doci feature the only indoor skiing slope in Korea, it also has spa facilities that you can use after frolicking in the water. As such, it’s popular among visitors as a multi-theme park. Ticket costs vary depending on the facility, day, and season, so it’s important to make plans that suit you after checking out Woongjin Play Doci’s website!

Source: Woongjin Play Doci website

※ Event duration: Throughout the year
※ Location: Woongjin Play Doci , 2, Jomaru-ro, Wonmi-gu, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi Province
※ Admissions: Adults KRW 46,000 Children KRW 36,000 (High season (June 1 – July 17), All-day Ticket Price)

※ Website: http://www.playdoci.com/index.aspx

Pocheon Cocomong Outdoor Pool

Source: Cocomong Outdoor Pool

Cocomong Outdoor Pool, run by Bears Town, is located in Pocheon. You can cook simple meals at the deck zone which features a children’s pool, outdoor pool, and decks, making it a great place to enjoy some good food while having fun in the water.

Additionally, the pool has shower facilities with hot and cold running water, and you can set up a parasol right next to the pool, making it even more popular among families on vacation. Cocomong Outdoor Pool also has snack corners, medical centers, and more, making it a great value for money waterpark.

Source: Cocomong Outdoor Pool

※ Event duration: Different each month (refer to website)
※ Location: 27, Geumgang-ro 2536beon-gil, Naechon-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi Province
※ Service hours: 09:00 – 17:30 (subject to weather conditions)

※ Website: http://www.bearstown.com/activity/swim.asp

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You immediately think of books when you think about libraries~

But did you know there are a few unique libraries that are much more than a place to sit quietly and read books?

Gyeonggi Province also has a number of these unique libraries.

In particular, there are plenty of people who want to go to libraries with their children.

Today, I will introduce you to a few unique libraries in Gyeonggi Province with a wide range of features such as astronomical observatories or spaces to rest.

Read books and gaze at the stars at the Uijeongbu Science Library

All of us have had the experience of gazing up into the night looking for stars scattered across the sky. Did you know there is a library where you can observe astronomical bodies in the night sky?

The Uijeongbu Science Library has a variety of science-related books along with night-time astronomical observation facilities, and a space experience hall.

You can enjoy entertaining lectures related to constellations or take part in unique space activities such as maintaining balance in space and a zero gravity 4D experience.

Uijeongbu Science Library

Service hours

Cultural Sciences Hall-09:00-22:00
Natural Sciences Hall-09:00-22:00
Ggumnamu Hall-09:00-18:00
Digital Information Hall-09:00-18:00

Holidays

Every Friday (regular holiday)
Statutory Holidays and National Holidays

Address

52, Chudong-ro 124beon-gil, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi Province

Inquiries

031-828-8670

Website

http://www.uilib.net/

Link to how to use the Space Experience Hall and hours of operation

Image source: Space Experience Hall, Uijeongbu Science Library

Paju Garam Library where music flows

I strongly recommend this next library to those who love music! It’s the Paju Garam Library where you can enjoy music any time.

Not only does this library have regular books, it’s also a specialized music library with more than 4,600 musical resources.

In the Art Hall on the library’s first floor, the library holds classical music performances. It’s an ideal place for those who want to drop by and immerse themselves in music.

Apart from this, you can enjoy DVDs of classical performances and use the music resource center as well as facilities for headphones to enjoy music in comfort!

If you’ve read the books and enjoyed the music at the library, you can enjoy a leisurely walk at the Hangul Park nearby.

Paju Garam Library

Service Hours

March-October – Weekdays 09:00-19:00 Weekends 09:00-18:00
November-February – Weekdays 09:00-18:00 Weekends 09:00-18:00

Holidays

Every Monday (regular holiday)
Statutory holidays excluding Sundays

Address

170, Garam-ro 116beon-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi Province

Inquiries

031-949-2552

Website

http://www.pajulib.or.kr/grlib/info/use_time.aspx

The future is here in front of your eyes! Nogyang Provincial Library of Gyeonggi

You can see robots at a library? Is that true?

If you come to the Nogyang Provincial Library of Gyeonggi inside Nogyang Elementary School, you can find out the truth for yourself.

On the third floor of Nogyang Library, there’s an Experience the Robot Center where you can have some special experiences. Here there are 12 different types of robots on display.

It may seem like a story from the future, but robots are close to being a part of reality! Don’t you think it’s a great opportunity to give your children a special experience?

Nogyang Provincial Library of Gyeonggi

Service Hours

General Data Room – Weekdays 09:00-20:00, Weekends 09:00-17:00
Children’s Data Room – Weekdays 09:00-18:00, Weekends 09:00-17:00

Holidays

Every Monday (regular holiday)

Experience the Robot Center

Service Hours

Group (Kindergarten, Day Care Center) Wednesdays, Thursdays 10:30~11:30 (1 hour) *available for children that are 5 years old or above 
Private Thursdays 15:00~16:00 (1 hour)

Inquiries

General Data Room 031-836-9504, Children’s Data Room 031-836-9503

Address

265-25, Cheyuk-ro, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi Province (located inside Nogyang Elementary School)

Website

http://www.nylib.or.kr/

Image Source: Nogyang Provincial Library of Gyeonggi

Reference: Gyeonggi Urban Innovation Corporation Blog

Enjoy a summer full of character this year at libraries across Gyeonggi Province

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Summer has arrived a little early this year and the stifling heat has been making it difficult to breathe lately.

If only we could sit in the woods in the cool shade with the wind in our faces and listen to the leaves rustle in the wind. How awesome would that be?

A place that pops into your head as the weather grows hotter! I’m talking about a trip to a forest where you can heal yourself just by being there. Do you have your own forest destination?

Today, I’ll introduce you to forests hidden across Gyeonggi Province that will help you to completely heal yourself.

There’s a place like that in the city? Shingu Botanic Garden

The Shingu Botanic Garden was established to research and preserve Korean flora. The garden features 20 sub-gardens divided into the two themes of–‘Garden to See’ and ‘Garden to Feel’.

You can see a wide range of flowers and plants in each garden. Apart from the plants, there is an Insect Ecosystem Hall, and you can also take part in various cultural events including photography exhibitions on flora. 

Shingu Botanic Garden

 Address: 9, Jeokpuri-ro, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi Province

 Inquiries: 031-724-1600

 Website: www.sbg.or.kr

 Operating hours: 09:00-18:00, Weekends (May-June) à 09:00-20:00 (closed on Mondays)

 Admission: Adults KRW 7,000, Primary/Middle/High School Students KRW 5,000, Pre-school Children KRW 3,000

If you want to become one with nature? Soulone

Our next stop is a hot place in Paju! Soulone features some beautiful arrangements of enigmatic trees and garden rocks across a vast area. Soulone has become a popular destination among couples as it gained fame as the place where the TV drama series The Girl Who Sees Smells was filmed.

The name ‘Soulone’ means a garden full of laughter.

It offers plenty of things to see including well maintained bonsai trees, magnificent pine trees and junipers that almost seem like art, and pertified wood that preserves the mysteries of ancient times.

Soulone

 Address: 299-3, Chukhyeon-ri, Tanhyeon-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi Province

 Inquiries: 031-945-4261

 Website: soulone.co.kr

 Operating hours: April-October à 09:30-19:00

 Admission: Adults KRW 5,000, Primary/Middle/High School Students and Paju citizens KRW 3,000

Do you want to heal yourself among tall trees reaching to the sky? Mulhyanggi Arboretum

Thanks to the fact that it’s very close to Osan College Station (Line no. 1), Mulhyanggi Arboretum offers excellent access via public transportation. The arboretum embodies the theme ‘convergence of water, trees, and mankind’.

You can walk around the 20 themed gardens including the wetlands eco-system garden, aquatic botanical garden, and fruit tree garden. You can also walk along the forest trails running between these gardens.

The arboretum is a very popular destination as it offers excellent directional guides as well as commentary programs.

Mulhyanggi Arboretum

 Address: 211, Cheonghak-ro, Osan-si, Gyeonggi Province

 Inquiries: 032-378-1261

 Website: farm.gg.go.kr

 Opening hours: June-August à 09:00-19:00, September-October à 09:00-18:00, November-February à 09:00-17:00

 Admission: Adults KRW 1,500, Adolescents KRW 1,000, Children KRW 700

Trail hunting or leisurely strolling? Either way, it’s perfect! Chungnyeongsan Natural Recreation Forest

The Chungnyeongsan Natural Recreation Forest is a good place to see some dense nut pine forests. Relatively close to the city center in Gyeonggi Province, the forest is also a great place to heal your mind and body.

Not only does the forest offer beautiful views from the parking lot located halfway up the mountain, it also has several trails connecting Chungnyeongsan Mountain and Seorisan Mountain, making it a popular destination for those who want to go trail hunting or simply stroll through the forest.

Chungnyeongsan Natural Recreation Forest

 Address: 299, Chungnyeongsan-ro, Sudong-myeon, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi Province

 Inquiries: 031-592-0681

 Website: http://farm.gg.go.kr/sigt/45

 Opening hours: March-November 06:00-20:00

 Admission: Adults KRW 1,000, Adolescents/soldiers KRW 600, Children KRW 300, Camping deck KRW 4,000, Forest cabin KRW 50,000 (for 4 guests, peak season weekend rate) Forest recreation hall KRW 60,000 (for 5 guests, peak season weekend rate)

Have a relaxing break and enjoy some fun activities at the same time! Yongin Natural Recreation Forest

Heal your body and soul in a dense forest. Yongin Natural Recreation Forest offers a variety of activities from camping to its ‘Forest Playground’ in which children can play as much as they want!

The forest limits the number of guests on weekends and public holidays to ensure a pleasant visiting experience and protect the environment, so visit the forest’s website and make a reservation in advance.

Yongin Natural Recreation Forest

 Address: 220, Chobu-ro, Mohyeon-myeon, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi Province

 Inquiries: 031-336-0040

 Website: www.yonginforest.net

 Opening hours: 09:00-18:00

 Admission: Adults KRW 2,000 Adolescents/soldiers KRW 1,000, Children KRW 600

Source : Gyeonggi Tourism Organization website

Beat back the recent summer heat! Heal your body and soul in the forests of Gyeonggi Province!

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Once the soon-to-drench-us monsoon season is over, summer heatwaves are expected to hit us long and hard. Of course, many of you might be making summer vacation plans to get away from the awful heat already. However, I think there are many people who haven’t even thought about making plans because they’re simply too busy dealing with everyday life.

With this in mind, today we will look at a few travel destinations in Gyeonggi Province that you can reach using public transportation so that you don’t need an elaborate plan, just a little bit of time. Well then, where should we go?

Daytrip to ‘Imjingak Pavilion’

Imjingak Pavilion is only venue in the world where interaction between North Korea and South Korea happens. It’s one of the most popular security-related tourist destinations and visitors can see into the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) as well as other regions in North Korea. Originally built as a halfway house for people displaced from the Korean War, Imjingak is now used as a venue for events involving North and South Korea. In particular, it doesn’t require complicated approval procedures like Panmunjeom, which makes it the place most often frequented by foreigners in Gyeonggi Province.

Attractions including a Viking pirate ship and a mini-train have been built at Imjingak recently for children, making it a very popular destination for family trips. In addition, the pinwheel hill – the pride of Imjingak Pavilion – as well as the beautiful Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park featuring sculptures and lakes are more than enough to win over the hearts of visitors to Imjingak.

Not only is Imjingak an excellent travel destination, it’s also a great place at which to teach children a few lessons. It offers good options when planning your trip since you can go see the Bridge of Freedom together and the Pavilion is close to Heyri and the English Village.

1. Location of Imjingak Pavilion: 1325-1, Majeong-ri, Munsan-eup, Paju-si, Gyeonggi Province

2. How to reach Imjingak by public transportation: Myeongdong Station in Seoul (line no. 4) à Transfer to Gyeongui line at Seoul Sstation à Get off at Munsan Station (Gyeongui line) à Transfer to the DMZ train (tourist train) and get off at Imjingang Station à Walk approximately 10 minutes from Imjingang Station

3. Total time taken to Imjingak: Approximately 1 hour 43 minutes

4. Recommended route at Imjingak: Imjingak à Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park à Bridge of Freedom à Dora Observation Deck

‘Suwon Hwaseong Fortress’, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

King Jeongjo, the 22nd King of the Joseon Dynasty, built Suwon Hwaseong Fortress when he relocated the tomb of his father, Crown Prince Sado, who fell victim to fierce factional strife at the age of 27, to Suwon which was regarded as the most auspicious region throughout the kingdom.

With walls stretching 5.7km, Hwaseong Fortress was built between 1794 and 1796. By taking advantage of Western technology and using advanced devices like cranes and potter’s wheels devised by Jeong Yak-yong, King Jeongjo was able to complete more than 40 structures in just two short years.

Suwon Hwaseong Fortress is the culmination of Eastern and Western fortress building technology. In 1997, it was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Banghwasuryujeong was selected as one of the 50 most beautiful places in Korea. Visitors can also enjoy a wide range of activities if they visit Hwaseong Fortress at the right time, and so it would be a great idea to keep that in mind.

1. Location: 190, Yeonmu-dong, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi Province

2. How to reach Suwon Hwaseong by public transportation: Myeongdong Station in Seoul (line no. 4) à Transfer to line no. 1 at Geumjeong Station à Exit through exit no. 10 at Suwon Station and walk 2 minutes to the bus station in front of the market à Take bus no. 35 at the bus stop and travel for 6 stops à Get off at Hwaseong Haenggung Temporary Palace, Suwonseongji 

3. Total time taken to Suwon Hwaseong: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes

4. Recommended route at Suwon Hwaseong: Suwon Hwaseong Fortress à Hwaseong Haenggung Temporary Palace à Gongbanggeori (Handicraft street) à Traditional Market

‘The Garden of Morning Calm’ and ‘Petite France’ are famous as filming locations for dramas

Featuring more than 5,000 species of plants over an area of roughly 330,000m², the Garden of Morning Calm is one of the most beloved and valued arboretums in Korea. Since it features a wide range of plants under differing themes, visitors return home with new experiences each time they come. In particular, more than six million LED lights illuminate the entire garden with various colors to make it even more romantic. The Starlight Garden is popular during the winter, making it a popular venue for couples. How would you like to become an actor or actress yourself in this very place where several TV dramas have been filmed?

Known as the production site for TV drama hit Secret Garden and My Love from the Star, Petite France represents a small and beautiful French village. It’s a fairy tale village where visitors can meet the Little Prince, making it a popular destination for numerous tourists including families, couples, and friends. The most distinct feature of Petite France is the Little Prince. The Saint-Exupery Memorial Hall exhibits artifacts donated by Saint-Exupery’s family, the famous writer of The Little Prince. The French traditional architecture hall exhibits French houses that are more than 200 years old, imported directly from France, as well as rare music boxes collected from Europe. The houses and music boxes add a little more fun to Petite France.

1. Location: San 255, Haenghyeon-ri, Sang-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi Province

2. How to reach the Garden of Morning Calm by public transportation: Myeongdong Station in Seoul (line no. 4) à transfer to line no. 2 at Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station à transfer to the central line at Wangshimni Station à transfer to gyeongchun line at Sangbong Station à get off at Cheongpyeong Station à take the Gapyeong City tour bus at Cheongpyeong Station and travel 2 stops

3. Total time taken to the Garden of Morning Calm: Approximately two hours

4. Recommended route: The Garden of Morning Calm à Petite France

The Korea Manhwa Museum: Gather here if you love cartoons and comics books!

Source: Gyeonggi Tourism web portal, Author: ANNDAM

Do you remember reading comic books in front of an electric fan on a hot summer day while eating watermelon slices? I think it might be one of the happiest memories you could have in summer. In Bucheon, there’s a museum built just for cartoons and comic books.

At the museum, visitors can learn the history of Korean comics which spans a century, and they can also take a look at some of the more popular works done by several authors. If you first head up to the third floor which has the planned exhibit hall, and learn the history of Korean comics and cartoons before you head down to the other sections of the museum, you’ll have a more informative and enjoyable visiting experience.

The museum also features a comic book library full of comic books you might have wanted to read, so I think it may be the perfect place to visit using public transportation on a midsummer day.

1. Location: 529-2, Sang-dong, Wonmi-gu, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi Province

2. How to reach the Korea Manhwa Museum by public transportation: Myeongdong Station in Seoul (line no. 4) à transfer to line no. 7 at Chongshin University Station à get off at Samsan Gymnasium Station, use exit no. 4 and walk 5 minutes

3. Total time taken to the Korea Manhwa Museum: Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes

4. Recommended route: Korea Manhwa Museum à Bucheon Hanok Village à Woongjin Play Doci

Try ‘Yangpyeong Rail Bike’ for a unique experience

Rail bikes running along railway tracks are no longer exclusive to Gangwon Province. Now you can try your hand at rail bikes in Gyeonggi Province near Seoul. The Yangpyeong rail bike was developed using an abandoned railway track. A river flows along the track on one side, and Yongmunsan Mountain stands tall in the background.

So if you head over to try the Yangpyeong rail bike, it’s a great destination to heal yourself with the cool breeze in your face and Yongmunsan Mountain accompanying you during your ride. Yangpyeong is ideal if you want to travel to a quiet place or if you want to spend a great time with your family. If you’re left wanting because your trip was too short and monotonous, take a ride on the rail bike for a unique experience.   

1. Location: 126-5, Samseong-ri, Yongmun-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi Province

2. How to reach the rail bike by public transportation: Myeongdong Station in Seoul (line no. 4) à transfer to line no. 2 at the Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station à transfer to the central line at Wangshimni Station à get off at Yongmun Station and use exit no. 2 à walk 5 minutes to the Yongmun Chukhyeop bus station à take bus no. 7 and travel 2 stops à get off at the Yongmun Post Office Station and walk 5 minutes

3. Total time taken to the rail bike: Approximately 1 hour and 58 minutes

4. Recommended route at the rail bike: Yangpyeong rail bike à Yangpyeong Yongmun 5-day market à Yangpyeong English Village 

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Heart of drama and movie filming locations – Gyeonggi Province!

Whenever you watch a movie or a TV drama, you may have had the experience thinking ‘Where is that?’ or “I think I’ve seen that place before somewhere…’ Some beautiful locations in Gyeonggi Province are popular filming sites for movies and dramas because they’re easy to reach and have distinctive, well preserved landscapes. That’s why they’ve earned the spotlight and appear on screen so often.

That’s why we go to those places today! We’ll go and see several well-known movie or drama filming locations in Gyeonggi Province. I’m already excited and curious to get going!

Bidulginang Falls, a mystical place

Bidulginang Falls in Pocheon, Gyeonggi Province offers mystic yet calm and beautiful scenery. It’s already a well-known filming location for several dramas and movies. The water sparkles like jade and the waterfalls that cascade into the pool after rain impart a feeling of tranquility.

Also, there’s a new campsite next to Bidulginang Falls, so visitors can immerse themselves in the attractions of the falls. It’s one of eight key sights of Pocheon, and you can enjoy the scenery at its peak in September when the autumn leaves have turned color!

Drama Queen Seondeok of Silla (left); drama The Slave Hunters (right)

Perhaps because of its ambiance, several historical dramas have been filmed at Bidulginang Falls. Starting with the MBC historical drama Queen Seondeok of Silla, which was the most talked-about drama while it was on air, Bidulginang Falls has appeared in The Slave Hunters, War of Arrows (which brought in ten million viewers), and the SBS historical drama Six Flying Dragons.

Movie A Werewolf Boy (left); drama It’s Okay, It’s Love (right)

That doesn’t mean only historical dramas have been filmed at this location. A Werewolf Boy, a movie featuring the love story of a werewolf portrayed by actor Song Joong-ki, and the SBS drama It’s Okay, It’s Love, a heart-warming love story, were filmed at Bidulginang Falls. I think they were both filmed at this location because the unique atmosphere of Bidulginang Falls went well with emotions evoked by love.

Petite France, charming and exotic ambiance

This exotic and charming place with European-style architecture that makes you feel like you’re in France, a place offering a wide range of festivals, is Petite France. Not only has this place appeared in various drama series, it has also appeared in several entertainment shows. In particular, the beautiful light fixtures that illuminate the streets at night have helped Petite France become an even more famous filming location at night. 

Mostly romantic or passionate scenes have been filmed in Petite France. I think those scenes were so successful because they were able to portray the feeling of Petite France as it is on sight.

Drama Beethoven Virus (left); My Love from the Star (right)

The most famous dramas filmed in Petite France are Beethoven Virus and My Love from the Star. These two shows share the fact that the romantic scenes in which the lovers confirmed each other’s feelings were filmed in Petite France.

Not only that, Petite France shows up quite frequently in entertainment shows and not just TV dramas. Programs like SBS’s Running Man, where the story of the show is written depending on the location, would probably deem Petite France a more attractive site. It might be the perfect place to tell fairy tales like Snow White or the Little Prince!

Byeokchoji Botanical Garden, a place with ample appeal

Located in Paju, Byeokchoji Botanical Garden is one of the best known arboretums in Gyeonggi Province and boasts several attractive features. It feels like a well looked after European garden, and visitors can appreciate the charming appeal of the garden even more through the atmosphere created by the buildings and fixtures.

Because it can create several different moods in one place, rather than just the fresh and lively vibe you normally get from an arboretum, it has become one of the most sought-after locations for various projects.

Drama She Was Pretty

When the TV drama She Was Pretty was being filmed, the Chrysanthemum Festival was taking place at Byeokchoji Botanical Garden. At that time, beautiful flowers were in full bloom just like in the screenshot above. As such, the garden is an even more popular destination because it hosts several festivals each season and producers can create different scenes during the night and day.

Drama Descendants of the Sun

Above is the scene where Captain Yoo Shi-jin calls Master Sergeant Seo while fishing in the TV hit Descendants of the Sun. Did you know that the scene was shot in Byeokchoji Botanical Garden? At first glance, it looks like a reservoir or a river. I think the director was able to film the scene at Byeokchoji Botanical Garden because the garden offers a completely different ambiance at one location.

Drama Deep Rooted Tree (left); Mirror of the Witch (right)

You can see the different sides of Byeokchoji Botanical Garden through how it appears in historical dramas. The teaser clips of the drama Mirror of the Witch as well as Deep Rooted Tree were also filmed at Byeokchoji Botanical Garden. If you’re looking for a place with plenty of different appeal that doesn’t seem to get old, I recommend Byeokchoji Botanical Garden!

So far, I have introduced places across Gyeonggi Province that are being spotlighted as filming locations for movies, dramas, and entertainment shows. I think you might enjoy your movies even more if you know where they were filmed. Apart from the locations above, several productions are being shot all over Gyeonggi Province, so I strongly recommend that you go beyond seeing them on TV and actually go visit them!

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This May and June, construction of two children’s museums in Gyeonggi Province, in Goyang City and Dongducheon City, will be completed.

The two children’s museums in northern Gyeonggi Province are ‘experiential and educational cultural venues’ that are expected to be extremely popular among children.

In the past, there weren’t enough cultural venues in northern Gyeonggi. Accordingly, Gyeonggi Province began a project in 2011 to build children’s museums in its northern regions !

As a result, the Dongducheon Children’s Museum officially opened on May 4, and the Goyang Children’s Museum, which is currently undergoing test operations, will officially open in June.

First, the Dongducheon Children’s Museum

The Dongducheoni Children’s Museum is located at 162, Sangbongam-dong. Construction began in August of 2014 on the building (two levels above ground and one level below ground) and was completed in March of 2016. After a provisional opening on April 15, the museum officially opened to the public at 10:00AM on May 4.

The most distinctive feature of this museum is its design under a common thematic concept of ‘children dreaming in the forest’; the entire museum was built to help children feel like they’re on an adventure.

The exhibition halls are divided into six areas: the Dinosaur Zone, Infant Zone, Climber Zone, Forest Ecosystem Zone, Water Activity Zone, and Architecture Zone. They are built so as to enable children to touch and experience the exhibits.

Children can interact with their favorite dinosaurs or learn the value of nature and experience how animals build their homes!

The visitor numbers are limited per session in order to ensure a pleasant visiting environment, so it is advisable to book your tickets online before coming to the museum.

Opening hours: 10:00~18:00 *Museum is open for five 90-minute sessions per day (300 visitors per session)

Admission fee: Individuals KRW 4,000, Groups (20 or more visitors) KRW 3,000, Dongducheon residents KRW 2,000

Visitor inquiries: 031-860-2860

Address: 46, Pyeonghwa-ro 2910beon-gil, Dongducheon-si, Gyeonggi Province

Direct link to Dongducheon Children’s Museum 

Second, Goyang Children’s Museum

The Goyang Children’s Museum is set to open at 1003, Hwajeong-dong, Deogyang-gu. Construction began in May of 2014 on the building (three levels above ground and one level below ground) and was completed in March of 2016. After a provisional opening on May 5, the museum is slated to officially open in early June.

The museum has ten exhibition halls: the Ggothyanggi Maeul (floral scent village), A World We Live Together – Hello Earth!, Mulbit Maeul (watercolor village), Baby Forest, Baby Tree, Ani-factory, Architecture Playground, Art Gallery, and We Promise Your Safety. The facilities were designed under a common theme of ‘children who grow hand-in-hand with the world’.

Of particular note, the exhibition halls were created based on a story line that sends the message of understanding ‘differences’ and experiencing ‘us’.

Much like the image of Goyang as a floral city, children can pot plants and flowers themselves at ‘Ggothyanggi Maeul’, and experience how animations are created at ‘Ani-factory’. They can also use model blocks to build and understand buildings at the ‘Architecture Playground’. With all these programs to capture the hearts of children, aren’t you excited about the Goyang Children’s Museum?

The Goyang Children’s Museum will host an opening event from June 4 to June 6 right before its official opening date on June 7. The museum is planning to open experiential booths for various performances like juggling, magic, and music as well as other activities during the event.

Guests planning to visit the museum during the opening event and on opening day can book their tickets online for free through the Goyang Children’s Museum website until May 22.

Opening hours: 10:00-18:00 *Museum is open for five 90-minute sessions per day (for individual visitors, four 150-minute sessions per day for groups), number of people per session is limited to 200~250 individual visitors (400 on weekends), 200 group visitors

Admission fee: Individuals KRW 5,000, Groups (20 or more visitors) KRW 3,500, children under 36 months old are free

Visitor inquiries: 031-839-0300

Address: 26, Hwajeong-ro, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi Province (1003, Hwajeong-dong)

Direct link to Goyang Children’s Museum

Children’s museums are expected to provide ample experiences and fun to children! We hope you look forward to it!

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When you were little, did you ever look up into the starry night sky and dream about it? Did you ever close your eyes after seeing a shooting star and make a wish? Today, it’s true that it has become ‘practically impossible’ to see stars in the night sky because of all the bright city lights and the polluted atmosphere.

In northern Gyeonggi, a region that boasts a well-preserved natural environment, you’ll be able to find beautiful evening hotspots featuring stars clearly visible in the night sky. Shall we go and find out where in Gyeonggi Province you can travel to if you want to see stars shining brightly in the sky?

1. Art Valley Astronomical Science Museum

(Image source: Chang Hye-ri’s Social Locker)

Known as a comprehensive cultural venue, Pocheon Art Valley is an up-and-coming landmark in Pocheon that incorporates an abandoned stone quarry. This abandoned stone quarry, with what appeared to be a patch of useless land, was developed into a venue for culture and art.

The Astronomical Science Museum, from which people can observe stars in the night sky, has opened in Pocheon Art Valley. The museum is attracting many people as a place to observe stars in the clear sky of Pocheon, a city in northern Gyeonggi renowned for its pristine natural environment.

The Art Valley Astronomical Science Museum has been designed so as to enable visitors to engage in activities on each floor. The first floor offers features through which visitors can learn about the Earth we live on including its birth and structure. If you walk up to the second floor while enjoying the Hubble Space Telescope, you can experience the constellations of each season via a motion sensor system. Visitors can learn about the planets in our solar system as well as different types of space telescopes; this is something they can’t see on an everyday basis. They can also see stars using an infrared system and space voyage simulator.

Additionally, the planetarium – which shows 4D stereoscopic image and constellations – offers nine shows a day. Visitors who wish to participate in these sessions can receive free tickets on the first floor. There are six telescopes on the astronomical observatory on the rooftop. You can observe the sun and other celestial bodies, so I’d recommend a visit if you want to really learn about stars rather just look at them.

(Source: Art Valley Astronomical Science Museum Website)

You can take a cyber tour via the Pocheon Art Valley Astronomical Science Museum website before you go, so please take a look.

Website: http://astro.pcs21.net/

2. Sanjeong Lake

 (Image source: Gyeonggi Tourism Organization (web portal))

Sanjeong Lake is one of the most famous lakes in northern Gyeonggi. It was named ‘Sanjeong’ because the lake resembles a ‘well (‘jeong’) in the middle of a mountain (‘san’)’. Originally an irrigation reservoir built in 1925, it’s beautiful scenery surrounded by beautiful rocky mountains helped it become a major vacation spot.

Accordingly, Sanjeong Lake is known as a mecca for water sports and as an ice sledding venue in winter. It’s a great destination for family vacations. In addition, the area offers great access to restaurants near Sanjeong Lake as well as tourist destinations like the National Arboretum and Herb Island. Therefore, it’s a nice vacation spot for you to visit.

Not only that, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery at night, which is as beautiful as the view during the day, and starts in the sky. A combination of the lake and starlight in the night sky… Isn’t that so romantic?

(Image source: Gyeonggi Tourism Organization (web portal)) 

Website: http://www.sjlake.co.kr/

3. Herb Island

Herb Island began as an herb garden in Pocheon City back in 1998, but has now become a tourist attraction with a wide range of things to see and enjoy including an indoor herb garden, outdoor garden, herb restaurant, and herb café. At the ‘Herb Village’, you can enjoy herbal flowers such as rosemary, lavender, geranium, and jasmine all year long.

The reason why Herb Island’s nightscape is so beautiful is because it hosts a Light Festival featuring three million lights from November to March. The colorful glittering lights on the ground and stars in the sky create a beautiful scene you won’t forget. 

I recommend that you visit Herb Island, where you can enjoy the indoor garden with numerous herbs and taste various dishes using a wide range of herbs on a sunny spring day, and take in a beautiful nightscape during the night.

 (Image source: Gyeonggi Tourism Organization (web portal), Writer: esilvia)

Website: http://www.herbisland.co.kr/

4. Hantangang River Tourism District

 (Night view of the Hantangang River auto campsite, source: Hantangang River campsite)

The Hantangang River tourism district (located in Jeongok-ri, Yeoncheon, Gyeonggi Province) is a well-known vacation spot since being designated as a tourist location in 1977. In particular, it was reorganized as an eco-friendly, family culture, and recreational tourist location with close ties to projects to take advantage of the region’s historical and cultural attractions since restoration of the prehistoric site in 2005.

With the Hantangang River auto campsite stretching 1.5km between Hantangyo Bridge and Saranggyo Bridge, the Hantangang River tourist district offers plenty of attractions including shops, sport fields, an outdoor concert hall, places for water games, a children’s character hall, and Hantangang River Children’s Traffic Land. It offers so much that a single day isn’t enough.

In particular, hidden locations that hold geological significance and the beauty of stars in the clear night sky near Hantangang River, which begins in Pyeonggang County in North Korea and flows all the way through Cheolwon County and Pocheon City to reach Jeongok-ri, are more than enough to impress you. I recommend that you stop at different spots along Hantangang River and put the cherry on top of your trip to Hantangang River looking at the stars at night. 

5. Yumyeongsan Mountain natural Recreation Forest

 (Source: Gyeonggi Tourism Organization (web portal), Writer: Gangbuknyeo)

Opened in 1989, Yumyeongsan Mountain natural recreation forest is a tourist destination inside the entrance of the Yumyeongsan Mountain valley. More specifically, it’s located in Gail-ri of Seorak-myeon, Gapyeong County. The recreation forest, featuring a natural forest zone with oak trees as well as an artificial forest zone with larches and nut pines, invites visitors to enjoy the soothing scenery and a walk through the forest.

Also, the uniquely shaped rocks, the valley, and other things to see in the forest surrounding the hiking trail show you the joy of visiting the forest. Moreover, the forest offers the perfect break from your exhausting day with a romantic log cabin as well as amenities like an auto campsite, a place for forest therapy, a campfire site, and an exercise zone.

At night, you can enjoy the nightscape under the skylight inside the forest full of tall trees, so I recommend a trip to Yumyeongsan Mountain natural recreation forest this weekend!

Website : http://www.huyang.go.kr/forest/contentIntro.action?dprtmId=0101

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I went to a cave in Gyeonggi Province! What am I talking about? I’m talking about Gwangmyeong Cave!

Opened in 1912 under the name Gahak Mine, Gwangmyeong Cave used to be the only mine in the Korean capital region for gold, silver, and copper. In 2011, Gwangmyeong City bought the mine, which had been abandoned in 1972, reinforced it and opened an art center inside the mine. This was part of the city’s efforts to restructure the environment of Gahaksan Mountain and develop the site as a new cultural and artistic tourism resource.

Did you know the fact that 1.9 million people visited the Cave between July 2011 when it opened and December 2015?

You can get there using public transportation. Take bus no. 17 from Exit no. 2 of Cheolsan Station and travel 30 to 40 minutes to arrive at Gwangmyeong Cave.

The Snow and Light Festival is taking place inside and outside of Gwangmyeong Cave Theme Park until February 28. It’s your chance to see some fantastic holograms and laser performances!

Gwangmyeong Cave has been refurbished so that people can enjoy the cave regardless of gender or age. You can experience various activities, explore the cool cave, watch concerts, and even tour the wine cave if you’re an adult who enjoys wine!

Aqua World, where you can meet various sea creatures, is a popular course for tourists as well!

If you enter the cave, you can see beautiful illuminations that light up the cave.

It’s thrilling to see illuminated sculptures in different places inside the cave.

It takes roughly 1 hour to tour the cave! Once you finish your tour, you can join activities outside Gwangmyeong Cave or explore Gwangmyeong City.

Cave Tour Information

Opening hours

Group tour

Gwangmyeong Cave website (http://cavern.gm.go.kr/site/cavern/main.do) → Cave Information → Request group tour

Tour inquiries

070-4277-8902

Cave admission prices

Gwangmyeong Cave won the Grand Prize at the Creative Audition hosted by Gyeonggi Province in 2015! As a result, it received a special grant worth KRW 10 billion from Gyeonggi Province this year.

In addition, at the art center inside Gwangmyeong Cave on February 16, Gyeonggi Province Governor Nam Kyung-pil asserted, “We will continue our support to make Gwangmyeong Cave a world-caliber tourist destination and a mecca for creative economy.”

Aren’t you curious to see what Gwangmyeong Cave will look like in the future?

From April 16 to September 4, Gwangmyeong Cave will host the traveling exhibition for the Lascaux Exposition Internationale from France, so don’t miss out!

Gwangmyeong Cave is expected to become a world-caliber tourist attraction! Come visit Gwangmyeong Cave this year!

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Children get all excited when they hear the words “spring holidays”.

Spring holidays are important for children as they finish up their academic year and prepare for a new semester. As parents, it’s natural to think about giving their children a chance to get involved in some valuable activities.

You think long and hard about where to go, but unfortunately you don’t have a lot of time to spare.

You can see and participate in a number of things here in Gyeonggi Province. If your children are interested in a particular area, don’t miss your chance during this year’s spring holidays!

There are plenty of things to see and play with at the Gyeonggi Children’s Museum

The Gyeonggi Children’s Museum has prepared a special spring holiday program for families to enjoy. You can play traditional games from around the world and take turns at exciting board games. Also, there are plenty of educational and hands-on exhibitions that are entertaining to the eyes and ears of children, so come along and create some special memories for your children this spring holiday.

Theme: Wide range of games you can enjoy with your family

Duration: February 6-28, 2016

For: Visitors to the Gyeonggi Children’s Museum

Admission: Free of charge (included in entry ticket)

Address: 6, Sanggal-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

Inquiries: 031-270-8600

Website: http://gcm.ggcf.kr/

Nearby attractions: Korean Folk Village, Nam June Paik Art Center, Gyeonggi Provincial Museum, Korean Deung-jan Museum, and mopre

Image source: Official website of the Uiwang Bird Ecology Museum

Everything there is to know about birds! Uiwang Bird Ecology Museum

Are you asking yourself where to go during the holidays? You can come see a wide variety of birds that will satisfy the curiosity of your children at the Uiwang Bird Ecology Museum! The Uiwang Bird Ecology Museum is a special themed science hall that features 97 species of migratory and sedentary birds found at Wangsonghosu Lake. It’s a great chance to satisfy your children’s thirst for knowledge with various exhibits, activities and education on ecology.

Address: 209, Wangsongmokdong-ro, Uiwang-si, Gyeonggi-do

Inquiries: 031-345-3853

Opening hours: June to August 09:00-19:00, September to May 09:00-18:00 (Holidays: every Monday, New Year’s Day, Lunar New Year, Chuseok)

Admission: Adults KRW 3000, Adolescents/soldiers KRW 2000, Children KRW 1000

Website: http://bird.uw21.net

Nearby attractions: Baekunhosu Lake, Baegunsan Mountain valley, Cheonggyesan Mountain Malgeunsup Park, Railroad Museum, Chungkeisa Temple, Wangsongho Lake, and more

Image source: Official website of the Gwacheon National Science Museum

Are you curious about science? If you are, come on down to the Gwacheon National Science Museum

This is a popular destination! It’s a place that can help our children nurture their dreams about science. It’s the Gwacheon National Science Museum. You’ll be able to enjoy a wide range of activities and hands-on exhibitions at the National Science Museum. Not only does it have scientific and cultural facilities, it also has five standing exhibitions, special exhibitions, outdoor exhibitions, and astronomical observation facilities. There are plenty of devices and exhibits that children can touch and operate, so it’s an ideal place to visit and enjoy with your children.

Address: 110, Sanghabeol-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Admission: Adults KRW 4000, Adolescents/children KRW 2000 (standing exhibitions) ※Prices are different for each program

Opening hours: 09:30-17:30 (last admission is 1 hour before closing)

Holidays: New Year’s Day, every Monday (If Monday is a public holiday, the Museum will be closed the next business day)

Inquiry: 02-3677-1541

Website: http://www.scientorium.go.kr

Image source: Official website of Ponyworld

Let’s meet some animal friends at Ponyworld!

From sheep to donkeys, ponies, goats, mountain goats, piglets, ducks, and chicks… Meet them all in one single place! Where? At Ponyworld in Yangpyeong County of Gyeonggi Province. You can enjoy a number of activities with your children at Ponyworld. For example, you can ride well trained horses or donkeys, and you can also feed them hay and pet them. Not only that, you can make ice cream or pizza and ride tractor carriages and take a look around the donkey farm and sheep farm. It boosts the fun factor for your children!

Address: 112, Eungogaet-gil, Yongmun-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Inquiries: 031-774-4512 (company main line), 010-4799-8541 (farm owner), 010-9788-9338 (farm administrator)

Admission: Farm experience KRW 13,000 (KRW 12,000 when booked online) ※Prices differ for each program

Website: http://www.포니월드.kr

Nearby attractions: Yongmunsan Mountain Provincial Park, Yangpyeong Rail-bike, Freshwater Fish Ecosystem Museum, Yangpyeong Strawberry Experience Festival, and more

Give your children a happy and special experience this spring holiday!

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