A Trip Embracing Mountains, Valleys, and the Sea

Gangneung is a region where mountains and the sea blend harmoniously. The high and rugged Baekdudaegan Mountain Range stretches north to south, creating deep and exquisite valleys. Originating from Jingogae Pass on Odaesan Mountain, Yeongokcheon Stream forms the scenic Sogeumgang Valley before flowing into the East Sea. North of Yeongokcheon Stream, you will encounter the aroma-filled Yeongjin Beach and the lively Jumunjin Port. It is a delightful journey that encompasses mountains, valleys, and the sea all at once.

Along the way

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   Sogeumgang Valley Trekking

   소금강계곡 트레킹

   Located in the eastern section of Odaesan National Park, Cheonghakdong Sogeumgang was named Sogeumgang because its uniquely shaped rocks resemble a miniature Geumgangsan Mountain. It is also called Cheonghaksan Mountain because it resembles a crane spreading its wings. With Hwangbyeongsan Mountain (1,470 m above sea level) as the main peak, Noinbong Peak and Maebong Peak to the left form a ridge line that evokes the image of a crane spreading its wings.MoreLess

   

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   Jumunjin Port

   주문진항

   Jumunjin Port is a major fishing port base on the east coast where cargo ships mainly arrive and depart, with about 350 fishing vessels coming and going. Due to the characteristics of the East Sea where warm and cold currents meet, squid, sand lance, pollock, herring, and anchovies are caught in abundance. The raw fish just unloaded from the boats is exceptionally fresh and more than enough to whet visitors' appetites. You can enjoy plenty of sashimi at affordable prices.MoreLess

   

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   Jumunjin Lighthouse

   주문진등대

   Jumunjin Lighthouse was the first lighthouse built in Gangwon-do on March 20, 1918 (Government-General of Joseon Notice No. 61). Built with a white circular brick structure, the lighthouse tower has a maximum diameter of 3 m and a height of 10 m, with white lime mortar painted on the exterior wall. This brick-structured lighthouse belongs to the early period of Korean lighthouse architecture and is evaluated as having very high architectural value.MoreLess

   

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   Sodol Adeul Rock Park

   소돌아들바위공원

   Heading north along the coastal road of Gangneung-si, located beyond the white Jumunjin Lighthouse at the edge of the hill, Sodol Adeul Rock Park offers views of exquisitely shaped, unique rocks carved by wind and waves. When viewed from the road, the dark and sharply angled rocks are reminiscent of a powerful bull, and the park is filled with fascinating, bizarre, naturally formed rocks such as Elephant Rock.MoreLess

   

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