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Autumn Getaways - Recommended
Travel Highlights For The Autumn Season
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The roads leading to rivers, lakes, and seas always seem to be
crowded with vacationers during the summer months. Yet, in the fall,
the roads leading to the mountains become especially busy. Korea’s
best autumn travel destinations are the mountains colored with autumn
foliage. Korea has four distinct seasons, and the autumn’s colored
leaves are a magnificent sight to behold. The skies turn cobalt
blue and the leaves a deep crimson color creating a beautiful contrast.
Although the leaves change their hues at slightly different times
every year, it usually begins in the northern regions in late September
and moves southward.
The best time to see the autumn leaves
change color is from mid-October to mid-November. Koreans
enjoy the autumn foliage during this particular time of year with
their friends, families, and loved ones in the form of hiking trips.
After
taking in the beauty of the autumn scenery, why not try soaking
in some hot springs to cap off the day? Although this can be enjoyed
all year round, the best time to visit the hot springs are during
the fall and winter. The warmth of the hot springs in the chilly
air offers an experience you don’t want to miss. The various minerals
in the hot springs are good for both your general health and skin.
Let’s take a journey to some of Korea’s best hot springs offering
entertainment facilities and get a taste of Korea’s bathing culture.
[Related
Article] Festivals
from September to November, 2008
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When Korean’s think of autumn leaves, Seoraksan Mountain is
the first thing that springs to most people’s minds. Seoraksan
is called Korea’s “Cleopatra” because of the beautifully colored
autumn leaves, and is also where the seasonal changes of autumn
can first be witnessed. Seoraksan is beautiful throughout all four
seasons. However, autumn is arguably the best time to visit. The
major Seoraksan peaks include Daecheongbong Peak, Jungcheongbong
Peak, and Socheongbong Peak. It is here where the leaves first begin
to change their color. The beautiful crimson color extends all the
way to Gongnyongneungseon Ridge.
You can choose from many
hiking paths as well, but the path going through Cheonbuldong Valley,
Osaek Springs, Jujeongol, and Baekdam Creek is the most scenic.
The Daeseung Falls, also known as the longevity valley and the Jeombongsang
Jujeongol, which reaches from the Osaek Springs offers the best
view. If you enjoy mountain climbing, try the 9-hour course from
Osaek – Seorak Falls – Daecheongbong – Socheongbong – Hoeungak –
Cheongbuldong – Biseondae – Sogongwon – Seorakdong.
Seoraksan
takes about 5 hours by bus from Seoul, and is not recommended for
a one-day trip. Seoraksan Mountain itself takes at least 2 days
to enjoy; that is if you do not plan to explore everything Seoraksan
has to offer you in which it will take longer. It is recommended
you visit Seoraksan’s surrounding areas, which offer many famous
tourist sites.
You can stop by Naksan Beach and Gyeongpodae,
and Yongpyong Resort. Seorak Waterpia is the ideal place to stop
by and enjoy the hot springs where you can rest your tired body
after a day of mountain climbing and sightseeing.
Seoraksan’s
best cuisine is, of course, its fresh seafood. The Ojingeo Sundae
is a local specialty, made of squid stuffed with diced sprouts,
onions, tofu, peppers, etc, and wrapped in eggs and fried to perfection.
The fried half-dried Walleye Pollack is also a nice specialty all
through the winter season.
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[Accommodations]
Seoraksan is a famous tourist attraction;
therefore there are many hotels, motels, condos, and
hostels to choose from.
[Transportation]
Take the bus bound for Sokcho from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal
(Subway Line No. 2, Gangbyeon Station) (Operating Hours:
06:25~23:00) / Travel Time: 3 hours & 30 minutes
to 4 hours / Bus Fare: 18,600 won) →Take the city bus
No. 7, 7-1 (bound for the entrance of Seoraksan) from
Sokcho Express Bus Terminal and get off at Seoraksan
Mountain entrance →Walk about 10 minutes to Sinheungsa
Temple ticket box.
[Hiking
Course]
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Gwongeumseong Course – Sinheungsa Temple District
Take
the 10-minute ride on a cable car from Sinheungsa Temple,
and climb for around one hour. This is an ideal course
for those traveling with younger children and elders.
(One way is a distance of 1.5km/ Takes 30 minutes to
climb up and 25 minutes to go down)
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Biryong Falls Course – Sinheungsa Temple District
After
purchasing admissions tickets at the Sinheungsa Temple
ticket box, take the one and half hour course (roundtrip)
where you can pass by valleys and falls. If you are
short of time, it’s recommended to take the 2.4km course.
(One way is a distance of 2.4km/ Upward-bound takes
50 minutes / Downward-bound takes 40 minutes)
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Biseondae Cliff Course – Sinheungsa Temple
After
exiting the ticket booth near Sinheungsa Temple go straight
towards Iljumun Gate. This course is considered a rather
easy, invigorating walk. The Biseondae Course is one
of the most beautiful courses for hiking.
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Ulsanbawi Rock Course – Sinheungsa Temple District
The
course up to Heundeulbawi Rock offers the most magnificent
views of Seoraksan’s beauty, which is rather easy,
but the 30-minute climb up to Ulsanbawi is somewhat
difficult. The autumn months make this particular course
one of the most enjoyable on Seoraksan Mountain. However,
the climb is well worth the effort because from Ulsanbawi
you can see all of Seoraksan as well as panoramic views
of the Pacific Ocean.
(One way: 3.8km/ Upward-bound
2 hours 20 minutes / Downward-bound 1 hour 40 minutes)
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Seongguksa Temple Site Course –Osaek District
This
highly recommended course lets hikers feel the beauty
of the fantastic valleys that Seoraksan has to offer.
After purchasing tickets to the park, follow the course
up the mountain that leads to the Seongguksa Temple
Site. A three-story stone pagoda at the temple site
is all that remains. Following the path along Jujeongol
Valley will eventually lead to a forked path. It is
a 2-hour-walk (round-trip). And famous Osaek hot springs
is also nearby so the hot spa adds a little more excitement
to your trip.
- To Jangsudae District Ticket Office:
Take the bus bound for Yangyang from Dong Seoul Bus
Terminal
▶ Daeseung Falls
– Jangsudae Course
One of Korea’s top 3 falls,
the Daeseung Falls course is accessible from Inje-gun
Jangsudae District. The rich forest surrounding the
waterfalls can be enjoyed without too much difficulty
for the course is rather easy. (One way is a distance
of 0.9km/ Upward-bound takes 50 minutes / Downward-bound
takes 35 minutes)
- To Jangsudae District Ticket
Office: Take the bus bound for Inje from Dong Seoul
Bus Terminal (1st bus at 06:15, last bus at 19:50, /
Travel time: 2 hours, 50 minutes / Fare: 13,800 won)
→ Take the bus bound for Yangyang from Inje Bus Terminal
and get off at Jangsudae (takes 50 minutes)
[Inquiries]
+82-33-1330(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
More
Info:
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Go to Gyeongpodae
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Go to Yongpyong Resort
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Odaesan Mountain is especially famous for its beautiful autumn
season. Its leaves begin changing colors as soon as Seoraksan Mountain
leaves change. Although not quite as brilliant, the view from the
top of Odaesan fills its viewer with a feeling of serenity. The
soft crimson of the leaves set against the autumn blue sky creates
the most exquisite harmony. The Odaesan autumn scenery reaches its
peak in mid-October, and many visitors seek the mountain during
this time, so it may be better to climb Odaesan from Myeonggaeri,
its northern region.
The course from Sangwonsa Temple to
Birobong as well as the course from Woljeongsa Temple to Dongdaesan
to Sogeumgang offers such beautiful scenic routes, that any choice
you make you won’t regret. Also, the 1 km walking route from Iljumun
Gate to the inside of Woljeongsa Temple has 100 year old fir trees
forest and crimson colored trees all lined up on either side of
the roads. Why not hike the trail to Woljeongsa Temple to enjoy
the beautiful autumn foliage?
Odaesan’s surrounding attractions
include Samcheok and Yangyang’s Hajodae Pavilion and Naksansa Temple,
the film locations of the movie ‘April Snow’. Other attractions
include Gyeongpodae and Seoraksan. Odaesan is famous for Hanjeongsik
(traditional Korean table d’hote) and Bibimbap served with wild
herbs found on Odaesan Mountain. In addition, because of its close
proximity to Gangneung, Odaesan offers a variety of fresh seafood
restaurants.
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[Accommodations]
There are many accommodations near the entrance of Odaesan,
but if you want more options, you can try Gangneung’s
downtown area that offers hotels, condos, motels, and
hostels near the bus terminal and Gangreung Namdaecheon
district.
[Transportation]
Take the bus bound for Jinbu from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal
(Subway Line No.2, Gangbyeon Station) and get off at
Jinbu Bus Terminal (1st bus at 6:32, last bus at 20:05/
Travel Time: 2 hours, 15 minutes / Bus Fare: 11,800
won) → Take the bus bound for Odaesan from Jinbu Bus
Terminal (12 Buses Daily / Jinbu Terminal ↔ Woljeongsa
Temple: a 15 minute ride, Jinbu Terminal ↔ Sangwonsa
Temple: a 40 minute ride)
[Hiking
Courses]
▶ Mt.
Dongdaesan Course – Woljeongsa Temple District
This
hiking course offers you the chance of enjoying the
beautiful scenery of Mt. Odaesan that is bountiful in
fir trees. In particular, you can fully enjoy fir forests
at an entrance to Woljeongsa Temple. In addition to
famous cultural properties such as Woljeongsa Temple
and Gwaneumam Rock (hermitage or monk’s cell), you
can watch the fine view of a ridge connecting the mountain
peaks stretching out like a folding screen.
(One way
is a distance of 2.7㎞ / Upward-bound takes 1 hour and
30 minutes / Down-ward bound takes 1 hour and 10 minutes)
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Birobong Peak Course - Woljeongsa Temple District
This
hiking course provides you with the scenery of many
famous cultural properties including Sangwonsa Temple
which is famous for Sangwonsa Dongjong (copper bell)
and Jeokmyulbogung (palace) where a relic of the Buddha
rests in peace, as well as some scarlet maple leaves.
Sangwonsa Dongjong in particular is one of the
two remaining bells of Silla Dynasty, the nation’s
highly revered cultural heritage.
(One way: a distance
of 3.5㎞ / Upward-bound takes 1 hour and 40 minutes
/ Downward-bound takes 1 hour and 15 minutes)
[Inquiries]
+82-33-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
More
Info:
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Go to Mt. Odaesan
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Go to Sogeumgang Valley
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Seoraksan is known to be the more feminine looking mountain with
its softer lines, whereas Jirisan Mountain, Korea’s most famous
mountain, is considered the more masculine mountain with its larger
and rougher lines. Jirisan’s autumn scenery begins in mid-October,
and by the end of October, its crimson colors become more vivid
than the red sunset. The valleys are connected from north to south,
and the Piagol Valley and Baemsagol Valley are especially well known
for their colorful leaves in the fall. The vertical path across
Jirisan which goes through Namwon - Jeongnyeongchi - Seongsamjae
- Silsangsa Temple has the highest latitude of Korea’s mountain
paths of 1,130m above sea level, and boasts beautiful views of the
autumn’s crimson leaves. At the peak of Jirisan, the crimson leaves
are barely visible through the thin layer of clouds but are a must-see.
The Piagol Valley’s autumn scenery is noted as one of the
top ten things to see at Jirisan. During the peak of the fall season,
the Piagol Valley Crimson Leaves Festival is held. Jirisan offers
accommodations on its mountain slopes, allowing visitors a convenient
short-term stay.
In the spring, various wild herbs grow on Jirisan,
and the local inhabitants pick them and dry them for yearly side
dish ingredients. Jirisan area is known to be one of Korea’s cleanest
natural environments, therefore the herb from the slopes are especially
famous for their high quality. Therefore, many restaurants around
Jirisan’s surrounding areas serve Hanjeongsik (traditional Korean
table d’hote) with Jirisan herbs. Also, the Jirisan area’s pork
is very famous. Most of the accommodations consist of hostels and
motels, and are located around the entrance of the mountain tracks
and Gurye Bus Terminal.
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[Accommodations]
You can stay at Spa Land located at Gurye-gun on the
foot of Jirisan Mountain. The hot spring waters at Spa
Land are made of germanium, calcium, and other minerals,
which are good for your skin and health. Most people
visiting Jirisan take the last train to Gurye on a Friday
night, and share a taxi to the mountain track entrance.
If you want to go camping on Jirisan Mountain, you have
to make reservations in advance at the mountain shelter.
However, be sure to make reservations well in advance
as the campsite usually fills up fast. Many people who
come prepared for camping usually spend the night at
a sheltered dining hall. If you have to do this, you
should layer your sleeping mat and sleeping bag over
a thick vinyl sheet to prevent dampness. You can purchase
camping materials at Namdaemun Market or Dongdaemun
Market.
[Transportation]
Take the train bound for Gurye at Yongsan
Station (Subway Line No. 1, Yongsan Station) (Operating
Hours: 06:50~22:50/ Travel Time: Saemaeul takes 4 hours,
10 minutes, Mugunghwa takes 4 hours, 30 minutes / Bus
Fare: Saemaeul: 32,400 won, Mugunghwa: 21,800 won) →
Get off at Gurye Station → Take the bus bound for Gurye
Bus Terminal from Gurye Station
1. Hwaeomsa Temple:
Take the bus bound for Hwaeomsa Temple from Gurye Bus
Terminal (Bus runs every 30 minutes, travel time: 20
minutes)
2. Yeongoksa Temple: Take the bus bound
for Yeongoksa Temple from Gurye Bus Terminal (Bus runs
every hour, travel time: 50 minutes)
3. Piagol Valley:
Take the bus bound for Piagol Valley from Gurye Bus
Terminal (Bus runs every 2 hours, travel time: 40 minutes)
4.
Ssanggyesa Temple: Take the bus bound for Ssanggyesa
Temple from Gurye Bus Terminal (travel time: 1 hour)
[Hiking
Courses]
▶ Nogodan
Course – Jungsanri Ticket Office Zone
After
you hike for about 700 meters from Munenggi that overlooks
Seomjingang River, you will come to a fork in the road,
one being a stair road and the other a dirt road. If
you take the stair road, it will save you 10 minutes
than if you take the dirt road. However, the dirt road
will bring you to Piagol Valley, Munsuri Valley, Wangsirubong
Peak, as well as the Seomjingang River. (One way: a
distance of 4.7㎞ / Upward-bound takes 1 hour / Downward-bound
takes 50 minutes)
- To Jungsanri Ticket Office: At
Nambu (Southern part) Terminal (Get off at Nambu Terminal
Station of Seoul Metro line number 3), take a bus bound
for Wonji (1st bus at 6:00, last bus at 21:00 / travel
time: 3 hours and 10 minutes / Fare: 18,400 Won). At
Wonji Terminal, take a long distance bus bound for Jungsanri
(It takes approximately 40 minutes.) and then walk to
the Visitors Support Center (It takes approximately
30 minutes.).
▶ Guryong
Valley Course –Guryong (Yukmojeong) Ticket Office Zone
Guryong
Valley is famous for the legend that tells of nine dragons
descending down to the earth that enjoyed the valley’s
nine different waterfalls before returning to the heavens
one by one. Gugok fall is so famous for its beautiful
scenery that it has been considered a favorite hiking
course and its unique shaped rocks will add a greater
sense of enjoyment to your visit. (One way: a distance
of 3㎞ / Upward-bound takes 1 hour / Downward-bound
takes 40 minutes)
- To Guryong (Yukmojeong) Ticket
Office:
Dong Seoul Bus Terminal (Gangbyeon Station
of subway line no.2, Exit 4) → Take a bus to Namwon
(1st bus at 9:00, last bus at 15:20 / travel time: 4
hours / Fare: 13,800 Won) → At Namwon Terminal, take
a taxi to Guryong Ticket Office. (It costs 12,000~15,000
won and takes approximately 15 minutes.)
[Inquires]
+82-55-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
More
Info:
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Go to Mt. Jirisan
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The autumn leaves begin to change color around Seoraksan Mountain
and make its way down south until it reaches Naejangsan Mountain
around late October. Naejangsan is the second most sought after
mountain in the fall season following Seoraksan, with its crimson
beauty reaching its peak in late October. If you haven’t seen the
autumn leaves at Naejangsan, you haven’t seen the real beauty of
autumn leaves. That is how famous Naejangsan’s autumn scenery is
in Korea.
The Naejangsan ticket office to the temple
gates is lined with crimson leaves creating a colorful natural tunnel,
which is 200m in length, 6m in width, and the trees stand 5m apart
from each other, creating a spectacular view. Also, inside the Baegyangsa
Temple, the baby crimson leaves from the smaller leaved trees is
a must-see. The path from Baegyangsa Temple to Naejangsan is so
dense with autumn leaves that it almost creates a ceiling over your
head, hiding the sky from your eyes.
Surrounding attractions
within a 1-hour radius of Naejangsan are Hanok Villages in Jeonju,
Soswaewon and Sigyeongjeong in Damnyang. There are many traditional
folk restaurants in the surrounding areas of Naejangsan. The prices
are very affordable for hanjeongsik – a traditional Korean meal
that comes with a huge assortment of tasty side dishes.
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[Accommodations]
There are about 10 accommodations mostly motels and
mountain villas clustered together near Naejangsan including
the well-known Naejangsan Tourist Hotel. Also, in downtown
Jeongeup there are many motels and hotels for you to
choose from.
[Transportation]
Take the bus bound for Jeongeup from Central City Bus
Terminal (Subway Line No. 3, Express Bus Terminal Station)
(Operating Hours: 1st bus at 06:30, last bus at 23:00
/ Travel time: 3 hours / Bus Fare: 12,600 won for general
class, 18,500 won for premium class) → Take the bus
No. 171, 171-1 bound for Naejangsan National Park at
Jeongeup Bus Terminal (runs every 20 minutes) and get
off at Naejangsan National Park.
[Hiking
Courses]
▶ Seoraebong
Peak Course – Seorae (Village of Poets) Visitors
Support Center Zone
This hiking course is
the most frequently visited course of Mt. Naejangsan.
This course starts at the Visitors Information Center,
passes by Seoraebong Peak (626m) and Bulchulbong Peak
(622m), and ends back at the Visitors Information Center.
On the hiking road is a mineral spring where you can
taste Byeongnyeon mineral waters and Seorae mineral
waters. (One way is a distance of 5.65km, Upward-bound/downward-bound
takes 3 hours)
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Observatory (Jeonmangdae) Course – Seorae (Village of
Poets) Visitors Support Center Zone
This
hiking course makes use of a cable car to bring visitors
to the observatory nestled halfway up Yeonjabong Peak.
Because of its easy access and of the beautiful vistas
of scarlet maple leaves of Mt. Naejangsan that can be
seen at the observatory, the elderly and children favor
this hiking course. (One way is a distance of 1.63㎞,
Upward-bound / Downward-bound takes 50 minutes)
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To Seorae Visitors Support Center: At Jeongeup Terminal,
take the city bus route No. 171 or 171-1. Then get off
at Ssangam-dong (located in front of 4 and 5 parking
lot) and walk to Seorae Visitors Support Center (only
a 5 minute walk).
[Inquires]
+82-63-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
More Info:
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Go to Mt. Naejangsan
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Chase Away Your Fatigue at A Hot Spring
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Seorak Waterpia consists of various convenience facilities and hot springs,
making it the ideal place to visit during your outing to the autumn
mountains. Seorak Waterpia uses only 100% natural hot spring water
at a temperature of 49 degree Celsius, and also features unique
spas such as jasmine spas, herb spas, and fruit spas. The outdoor
wave pool along with the numerous spa facilities, and the outdoor
sauna are highly recommended.
The Seoraksan tour of the beautiful
autumn crimson leaves, wrapped up with a dip in the hot springs
at Seorak Waterpia is the best getaway for the fall season. A dip
in the hot spring is also a great health care method for one’s
well being especially for the fall and winter seasons when the temperatures
begin to drop. So, come and enjoy the hot springs, entertainment
facilities, and Seoraksan’s beauty all at once.
Sokcho is
famous for fresh seafood cuisines, and many restaurants are clustered
together for you to choose from. Also, Gangwon-do’s famous dish,
Ojingeo Sundae made of squid stuffed with diced sprouts, onions,
tofu, peppers, etc, and wrapped in eggs and fried to perfection.
The fried half-dried Walleye Pollack are a must-try while visiting
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[Accommodations]
Seoraksan is a famous tourist attraction; therefore
there are many hotels, motels, condos, and hostels to
choose from.
[Transportation]
Buses run regularly from Seoul to Seokrak Waterpia.
To use this bus, you have to make the reservations at
least 3 days in advance. Bus fee: 30,000won for round-trip
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Travel Time
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Seoul → Seorak
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AM 8:30
Hanwha Bulding in Euljiro
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AM 9:00
Sinbanpo
NewMart
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9:30
Lotte Mart Jamsil
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4 hours
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Seorak → Seoul
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PM 2:30
Parking lots in the Seorak
Hanwha Resort
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4 hours
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[Inquiries] +82-33-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
More Info:
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Located two hours away from Seoul, Asan Spavis has various water facilities
including pools, outdoor hot springs, an indoor Bade Pool, a full
body massage service, and much more. The spas include a jasmine
bath, a strawberry bath, a ginseng bath, a bokbunja (mountain berries)
bath, a yellow earth sauna, and more for families, friends, and
loved ones to enjoy together. A train ride away from Seoul at Onyangoncheon
Station offers not only Asan Spavis, but also Korea’s major hot
springs area where a large variety of hot springs await you.
Onyangoncheon
Spa is a popular hot springs spot, and is very different from Asan
Spavis. However, if you feel uncomfortable being nude in front of
many strangers, the Asan Spavis is a recommended destination where
swimsuits are a must in the spa. Also, Asan Spavis is ideal for
a one-day getaway.
Nearby Asan Spavis are the Hyeonchungsa
Temple and the Oeamni Folk Village. Oeamni Folk Village is made
up of old-style houses, and served as the film location for movies
such as ‘TaeGukGi:
Brotherhood of War’, ‘Chihwaseon-
Strokes of Fire’, etc. People actually live in the village,
so you can experience the actual village lifestyle.
If you
want to visit other tourist attractions along with Asan Spavis,
you may want to go on a 2-day trip. First visit Hyeoncheungsa Temple
as soon as you get off the train from Seoul. After that you can
enjoy all the water facilities at Asan Spavis. Before leaving for
Seoul the next day, be sure to stop by the Oeamni Folk Village.
There are many restaurants in the surrounding area of Asan Spavis,
but because it doesn’t have any unique local foods it’s best to
choose the most conveniently located restaurants to dine at.
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[Transportation] Take
the train bound for Onyangoncheon from Yongsan Station
(Subway Line No. 1, Yongsan Station) (Operating Hours:
1st bus at 05:40, last bus at 20:20 / Travel Time: 1
hour, 20 minutes / Bus Fare: Saemaeul: 9,600 won, Mugunghwa:
6,500 won) → Get off at Onyangoncheon Station and take
the bus No. 980, 981 from across the street to Asan
Spavis (travel time: 30 minutes / bus runs every hour)
A taxi from Onyangoncheon Station is about 10,000 won
(travel time: 15 minutes )
[Inquiries]
+82-41-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
More Info:
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Bugok Hawaii is a sulfuric hot spring resort. Regarded as Korea’s best
hot spring for water temperature and top quality, it is also known
as a general leisure town equipped with five tourism functions such
as training, studying, recreation, entertainment, and sports. Bugok
Hawaii has various facilities for all sorts of ages and seasons
including a 1st class tourist hotel, a great jungle bath center,
a Hawaii land them park, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a wave
pool, Hawaii Park, a botanical garden, and a stuffed specimen exhibit
hall. The hot springs prevent you from catching a cold in the colder
seasons; therefore many people come for a dip in the hot springs,
which are filled with 20 different healthy minerals including calcium,
iron, chlorine, and more.
Bugok is 5 hours from Seoul, and
as the transportation doesn’t come so frequently to Bugok, it is
recommended that visitors stay at least 1 or 2 nights there. The
surrounding attractions at Bugok include Eoreumgol (an Ice Valley)
where water naturally freezes in the summer and melts in the winter.
The apples harvested near Eoreumgol are famous for their fresh taste.
If you haven’t tried them already, you don’t want to miss the
chance to try them. Also, the Junam reservoir is famous for attracting
migratory birds. The Upo Wetlands, holding more than 350 rare plants,
is a designated Ecological Conservation Area.
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[Transportation] Take
the bus bound for Bugok from Nambu Bus Terminal (Subway
Line No. 3, Nambu Terminal Station) (Operating Hours:
09:45, 14:45, 16:00, 17:05 / Travel Time: 5 hours /
Bus Fare: 21,200 won) → Get off Bugok and walk for
5 minutes.
[Inquiries]
+82-55-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
More Info:
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Go to Bugok Hot Springs
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Go to Junam Reservoir
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