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The
eastern pation of Korea
is an ideal vacation spot
with a perfect combination
of mountains and beaches.
Historical sites and beautiful
scenery can be found not
only in the small coastal
towns, but also in the remote
forested mountains, which
also boast ski resorts and
other recreational facilities. |
 EASTERN
AREA >> Sokcho |
Sokcho,
located in the northeastern
part of the country, is
famous for its beautiful
beaches and for Mt. Seoraksan
National Park. Visitors
to Sokcho can enjoy the
lush green valleys, Buddhist
temples, shrines and waterfalls.
Getting to Sokcho
Seoul - Sokcho : 5hrs. 10
min. by express bus, 50
min. by air |
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Seoraksan
National Park is one of
the most beautiful national
parks in Korea with its
granite peaks, lush green
valleys and dense forests.
The park is divided into
Inner (Nae Seorak) and Outer
Seorak (Oe seorak) by Dae-cheongbong,
Seorak's highest peak, which
towers 1,708 meters (5,604
ft.) above sea level.
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Location : West
of Sokcho
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Transportation
: 30 minutes by bus from
Sokcho Intercity Bus Terminal |
| EASTERN
AREA >> Gangneung |
Gangneung,
located south of Sokcho,
is a village that has fostered
traditional culture and
folklore since the old days.
This city is famous for
its beautiful natural scenery
as well as its historical
sites.
Getting
to Gangneung
Seoul - Gangneung : 3 hrs.
50 min. by bus, 50 min.
by air
Busan - Gangneung : 1 hr.
by air |
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Gyeongpo
Beach is one of the three
largest beaches in Korea.
It is bordered by silver
spruce trees, and the clean,
white sand and blue water
of the East Sea. In summer
you can lie on the warm
sand or swim in the clear
blue water. Many of the
restaurants serve freshly
caught fish, prepared according
to the diner's special wishes.
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Location :Near
Gyeongpodae Pavilion
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Transportation
: 30
min. from Gangneung by bus |
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Mt.
Odaesan, at an altitude
of 1,563 meters (5,128 ft.),
is a thickly-wooded area
of Korea. Its dense forests
and clear rivers are spread
over a wide terrain. Weoljeongsa
Temple and Sangwonsa Temple
are highlights of the park.
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Location : Northwest
of Kangneung
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Transportation
: 1 hr. from Kangneung by
bus |
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