Art Blooms Even in Ruins

An art space blossomed from an abandoned quarry, Pocheon Art Valley offers a distinct charm in every season. The pure white of winter, the light green of spring, the lush greenery of summer, and the autumn foliage create a striking contrast with the rocky cliffs and emerald waters. Areas near the DMZ often have limited cultural or artistic environments. This travel itinerary introduces Pocheon Art Valley as a key cultural and artistic destination in Pocheon—a region close to the DMZ along with Paju and Yeoncheon—and bundles it with nearby attractions such as Pyunggang Botanical Garden and Meonguri Observatory (Hantangang River Geopark).

Along the way

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   Pocheon Art Valley

   포천아트밸리

   Once an abandoned eyesore, this site is the result of Korea's first ambitious environmental restoration project led by the city of Pocheon.

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   Pyunggang Botanical Garden

   평강식물원

   This garden showcases various species of pteridophytes (such as ferns) that reproduce by spores without flowering. Among about 330 native Korean pteridophyte species, the exhibition focuses on roughly 100 species capable of growing in the central and northern regions.MoreLess

   

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   Meonguri Observatory (Hantangang Columnar Jointing Way Course 4)

   멍우리전망대(한탄강 주상절리길 4코스)

   The Meonguri area is a rugged path of steep cliffs along the Hantangang River. It is said that the name Meonguri originated from the warning that one would easily get bruised (meong) if they were not careful and fell along the rough terrain.MoreLess

   

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