In the heart of every city dweller, there lies a longing for distant horizons, where there are rolling mountain ranges, vast oceans, expansive grasslands, and the beauty of changing seasons.
Embarking on an impromptu journey to embrace nature may sound like a distant dream, but in reality, "far away" is not so far at all. It awaits in Gangwon Province, nestled in the north-eastern part of South Korea.
Following the previous journey to Gyeongsangbuk-do, once again, Weekender had the privilege of being invited by the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) Singapore to visit this destination blessed with both scenic beauty and tranquillity. Just like the previous trip, this itinerary is suitable for all ages and very family-friendly, making it an ideal choice for those travelling with children. This article will take you on a journey into Gangwon-do, where you can immerse yourself in this healing adventure.
6. Seoul
Though our last stop, Seoul, is not considered part of Gangwon Province, it’s a city that international flight passengers are likely to come back from. If you have some free time and plan to go on a half-day tour, there are two slightly lesser-known attractions we recommend.
The first one is the Blue House, which served as the presidential residence from 1948 to 2022. Boasting an elegant exterior and a magnificent interior, the Blue House stands as a symbol of power and grandeur in South Korea’s political landscape. That being said, the gardens surrounding the Blue House are perfect for a lighthearted and leisurely stroll.
Another attraction we recommend is HiKR Ground, a new-concept Korean tourism promotion centre with augmented reality as its theme. Here, you can step into various cool virtual scenes to create your own personalized music video. You can also gather tourism information based on different themes such as travel destinations, celebrations, and wellness through your senses of smell, hearing, touch, and more. Sounds amazing, doesn’t it?
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