The beauty of the sea, mountains, and rivers alone would be enough to make a trip worthwhile, but in Gangwon State, they all exceed one’s expectations. Travelers are greeted by the stunning scenery of the East Sea stretching to the horizon, the silhouette of the Baekdudaegan Mountain Range, and the river winding its way through the mountains. It is the essence of captured in the elegant and majestic sceneries of Gangwon State . Start your Gangwon State trip in Gangneung. Walks along the beautiful Jumunjinhaebyeon and Gyeongpohaebyeon Beaches are enough in themselves to warrant this visit, but the view of the open forests at Gangneung Solhyang Arboretum and Daegwallyeong Recreational Forest opens your heart for more. Get a cup of fragrant coffee from the cafés lining Anmokhaebyeon Beach to wrap up your Gangneung trip in style.
Next is Donghae. Donghae offers a great view of the beautiful East Sea, which is also its namesake. Chuam Chotdaebawi Rock, which rises off the coast of Chuam-dong, makes for a great photo spot, while Nongoldam Street, famous for its murals, and the nearby Dojjaebigol Sky Valley, a skywalk experience, offer an exhilarating experience overlooking the sea from above. After getting your fill of the sea, head inland. Jeongseon’s Gariwangsan Cable Car and Yangtte (Sheep) Farm are sure to create unforgettable memories, whether you are alone or with your loved ones. While you’re in the area, don’t miss the “Hoengseong Korean beef” and “salad rice,” which enjoy nationwide fame for their delectable flavors.
Wonju, located near Hoengseong, is a region famous for its hanji (traditional Korean paper) culture, thanks to the nearby paper mulberry habitats offering high-quality fiber for paper-making. The best place to see the history and beauty of Wonju hanji culture is the Wonju Hanji Theme Park. From Wonju, head northward to find Chuncheon. The views of the Soyanggang River and Nami Island add a dash of sentimentality to your trip. From there, you can proceed to Sokcho, Goseong, Yeongwol, and other places throughout the Gangwon State .
Nami Island is one of the most beloved tourist sites in Korea, most famous as the filming location of Winter Sonata. Visitors have access to merch that allow them to bring the island's peaceful and mystic atmosphere back home.
 | SNOWMAN PLUSHIE Snowmen became Nami Island’s mascot characters because the two protagonists of the show Winter Sonata discovered their affection for each other while making snowmen on the island. Because the show aired in 2002, that scene has started to fade from people’s memory, but snowmen have remained symbols of Nami Island. The plushie is soft, squishy, and pleasant to hold.
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 | UPCYCLED PRODUCTS FROM SOJU BOTTLES Until the 1980s, Nami Island suffered from widespread littering. The island recovered its beauty in the 2000s following extensive cleaning operations, and since then, it has vowed never to return to that period. One part of that effort is the upcycled napkin holders, clocks, dishes, and other items fashioned from discarded soju bottles. That vow to protect nature is as beautiful as Nami Island itself.
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