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Feel Nature at Korea's First Paragliding Site [Welchon]

3 stops · 1 day

Danyang is renowned for paragliding. This course allows visitors to experience nature at Korea's first paragliding launch site while enjoying unique rural hands-on programs. You can try various craft activities (bamboo flutes, scarecrows, bows, kites, soap, and traditional lanterns) and make injeolmi (rice cake) or persimmon vinegar yourself.

Duration
1 day
Distance
33.62km

Along the way

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    Three-story Stone Pagoda in Hyangsan-ri, Danyang

    단양 향산리삼층석탑

    The Three-story Stone Pagoda in Hyangsan-ri was rebuilt by local residents after it collapsed during the theft of its sarira reliquary in 1935. Built on a three-tier base, this three-story stone pagoda follows the typical style of Silla pagodas and carries legends related to the Buddhist monk Mukhoja during the reign of King Nulji (417–458).More
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    Danyang Para Village

    단양패러마을

    Danyang Para Village Paragliding Experience Center is a hub of air leisure (paragliding) and Korea's first paragliding site established in 1989. Equipped with top-tier safety and resting facilities nationwide, it has hosted various competitions, including the National Two-seater Paragliding Competition and the 2018 World Paragliding Accuracy Championship. Globally recognized for its safety-engineered design, it features a spacious takeoff and landing zone (approx. 19,800 m² / 6,000 pyeong) suitable for first-time paragliders.More
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    Handeumi Village

    한드미마을

    Handeumi Village offers not only hands-on experiences but also a variety of attractions and cultural spaces. The village structure includes a village forest resting area, the Mountain Village Cultural Center for campfires and lodging, and an observatory resting area and bungalow resting area for relaxation. In addition, the early Paleozoic Handeumi Cave, valley resting area, and stone wall theme path are wonderful attractions to enjoy.More

Source: Korea Tourism Organization (TourAPI) · Machine-translated

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