From Wondang Horse Ranch to Herb Land

Just watching the horses roam the seemingly endless green pastures of the horse ranch alongside the tranquil Seosamneung Royal Tombs brings peace of mind. The soothing scent of herbs also melts away the stress accumulated throughout the week. It is best to visit in pleasant walking weather rather than when it is too hot.

Along the way

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   Goyang Seosamneung [UNESCO World Heritage]

   고양 서삼릉[유네스코 세계문화유산]

   Historic Site No. 200, Seosamneung (Three Royal Tombs in the West), was named so because the three royal tombs—Huireung, Hyoreung, and Yereung—are located west of Seoul. Huireung is the tomb of Queen Janggyeong of the Yun clan, the second wife of King Jungjong, the 11th monarch of Joseon. Hyoreung is the tomb of King Injong, the 12th monarch of Joseon, and his consort Queen Inseong of the Park clan. Yereung is the tomb of King Cheoljong, the 25th monarch of Joseon, and his consort Queen Cheorin of the Kim clan. Additionally, there are the tombs of three crown princes: Uiryeongwon (Grand Heir Uiso, the first son of Crown Prince Sado), Hyochangwon (Crown Prince Munhyo, the first son of King Jeongjo), and Sogyeongwon (Crown Prince Sohyeon, the first son of King Injo). There are also 51 tombs of royal concubines, princes, and princesses, along with placenta chambers (taesil) housing the placenta of successive kings. MoreLess

   

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   Lunch (Jununikong Maeul, Wondanggol, Hongneung Galbi)

   점심식사(쥐눈이콩마을, 원당골, 홍능갈비)

   [Jununikong Maeul] This restaurant specializes in hanjeongsik (Korean full-course meal) made primarily with rhynchosia beans (jununi-kong), which are popular as a healthy food known to benefit the bladder, kidneys, and osteoporosis. The set course includes doenjang-jjigae (soybean paste stew) made with rhynchosia beans, pan-fried rhynchosia bean tofu, and salad with rhynchosia bean dressing. [Wondanggol] Specializes in daenamutongbap (rice steamed in a bamboo tube). It features a quiet and cozy atmosphere and serves organically grown rice and vegetables cultivated by the restaurant. [Hongneung Galbi] The owner cooks directly based on 30 years of culinary experience. Located in a greenbelt area, it offers pleasant scenery and fresh air, and being on the main roadside makes parking convenient.MoreLess

   

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   Wondang Horse Ranch

   원당종마목장

   Wondang Ranch became widely known to the public after being frequently used as a filming location for popular TV dramas. As there are many hazardous facilities, accessible areas are restricted. Rather than specific tourist attractions, visitors can enjoy a pastoral stroll while watching horses graze freely. However, it is essential to keep in mind that because Wondang Ranch was not originally built for tourism, facilities such as parking spaces, restrooms, and benches are limited. MoreLess

   

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