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Find Nature and Antique Art in Wonju
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Introducing a special trip to Wonju, Gangwon State for enjoying art and culture surrounded by nature.Wonju is the highest populated city in Gangwon State. Since Gangwon State is near the east coast, many think it is far from Seoul. However, Wonju can be quickly reached by KTX trains and only takes about an hour to travel between Cheongnyangni and Wonju stations. Chiaksan Mountain is designated as a national park and the city has great cultural attractions such as a temple, Tutelary Forest, Woodblock Print Museum, and more.
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Wonju-si (Gangwon-do)
Total distance: Approx. 21.1 km
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Woodblock Printing Museum (고판화박물관)
Korea’s only woodblock print museum. The museum has woodblock print materials from China, Japan, Tibet, Mongol, India, and Nepal.
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Wonju Sangwonsa Temple (상원사(원주)
A temple built in the Silla period. It is located 1,100 meters above sea level on Chiaksan Mountain and has a beautiful scenery.
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Wonseong Seongnam-ri Tutelary Forest (원성 성남리 성황림)
A temperate broadleaf forest designated as a natural monument. Village residents believe that the forest is watched over by a god.
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Yongsomak Catholic Church (용소막성당)
A Catholic church with 100 years of history. It is made in a gothic style with bricks like the Myeongdong Cathedral and it is also a famous filming location for movies and dramas.
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Introduction
Master craftsman Han Seon-hak has been working with woodblock prints for more than 30 years. He lived as a monk his whole life, but when he first learned about woodblock printing, his life was completely changed. After buying his first woodblock in Insa-dong, he grew his collection of old books, engravings, and tools to more than 6,000 pieces and opened the Woodblock Print Museum. With his collection, he works to spread knowledge about woodblock printing by holding exhibitions and educational programs. He continues his passion for communicating with the world with old engravings and treasures. See the beauty of picturesque nature and Asian art by visiting Wonju attractions recommended by the craftsman.
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