Spotlight On South Korea

10 Fantastic Socially Distant Attractions

Families said when travel resumes, they want to do it differently ... and Korea Tourism Organisation listened, putting together a list of 100 attractions that tick all the boxes. We’re sharing 10 of the best!

South Korea has a large number of national parks that vary dramatically by season from the autumn leaves to the cherry blossoms.

Discover quiet walking paths, breathe deeply in healing forests, and head out on a family cycling trail in beautiful parts of the country. Sounds like bliss, right?

Here are 10 of the best attractions where families can travel safely with fewer crowds and have a healing experience in nature.

Pyeonghwa Nuri Park

Gyeonggi-do

In the South Korean border city of Paju, Pyeonghwa Nuri Park features various sculptures created with the theme of unification and families can enjoy both the artwork and the wide-open spaces in the large, grass-covered park.

Pyeonghwa means peace and Nuri means enjoy in Korean, symbolising the park’s design to appreciate and enjoy peace.

Pyeonghwa Nuri Park, South Korea

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Daecheongho Obaengni (500-ri) Road

Daejeon

Daecheongho Obaengni (500-ri) Road is a 220-kilometre walking path that passes through the Daejeon and Chungcheongbukdo areas. Don’t worry, you don’t have to stroll the whole distance!

The road passes small streams, a forest trail, trekking roads, forest trails and Daecheongho Lake, which is surrounded by several mountains with an altitude of 200-300 metres and lots of greenery.

This area has themed tours to help you make the most of your family adventure. Experiences include a family trip, meditation, a trekking tour, a bike tour and a rural cultural experience tour.

Daecheongho Obaengni, South Korea

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Jatyanggi Purunsup Resort

Gyeonggi-do

Jatyanggi Purunsup Resort is a special recreational forest complex located on Chungnyeongsan and Seorisan Mountains between 450m - 600m above sea level.

Featuring 80 plus year old trees, it is said that the phytoncide emitted from the pine trees creates a healing experience.

Jatyanggi Purunsup Resort, South Korea

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Achasan Mountain

Seoul

Achasan Mountain stretches from Seoul to Guri and reaching an altitude of 295m above sea level, it’s a popular hiking spot for locals and visitors.

Around 40 minutes into the hike and towards the top of the mountain, don’t miss this panoramic view of the city of Seoul unfolding around the Hangang River.

Achasan Mountain, South Korea

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Uiamho Lake Skywalk

Gangwon-do

Stretching a length of 190 metres over the water of Uiamho Lakes, the Uiamho Lake Skywalk is the largest in Korea.

This is a great photo opp for families and features an observation deck built with a transparent glass floor made from three separate panes of glass, each 1cm thick.

Uiamho Lake Skywalk, Gangwon-do

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Gyejoksan Mountain Red Clay Trail

Daejeon

This eco-healing walking trail can be found on the nation’s first mountain, Mount Gyejok.

The Gyejoksan Mountain Red Clay Trail features views of downtown Daejeon from Gyejoksanseong Fortress, the fresh aroma of pine trees and the chance to walk on the stunning red clay.

The fortress was built during the time of the Three Kingdoms and the 14km trail is believed to help restore the bodies health, giving families both a therapeutic and unique experience.

Gyejoksan Mountain Red Clay Trail, Daejeon

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Gureopdo Island

Incheon

Gureopdo Island is Korea’s very own version of the Galapagos and the lack of man-made facilities means the island has retained most of its wonderful natural environment.

Families will want to hang out at Gureop Beach! The area around Gaemeori Hill is popular with campers in the summer and its here that you can expect to experience stunning views of the Milky Way at night.

Gureopdo Island, Incheon

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Gyeongcheondae Cliff

Gyeongsangbuk-do

Gyeongcheondae Cliff was often used to hold rituals for rain, offering a stunning view of the winding Nakdonggang River and beautiful rock formations peeking through the branches of the old pine trees.

Families visiting this area can take in the memorable views and enjoy the wideopen spaces and fascinating history, which includes the Muujeong Pavilion built during the Joseon Peiod.

Gyeongcheondae Cliff, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Gosalli Forest Trail

Jeju Island

Located on Jeju Island, the hidden Gosalli Forest Trail runs alongside a stream and allows families to enjoy the natural environment of Jeju.

At only 2.1km, it takes only around one hour to stroll it one way and you can expect to enjoy the sounds of water, birds, the wild forest and see jatseong, the island’s stone walls.

Gosalli Forest Trail, Jeju Island

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Geomun Oreum Volcanic Cone

Jeju Island

UNESCO World Heritage-listed Geomun Oreum Volcanic Cone on Jeju Island was given its name due to the unusually black colour of its dirt and rocks.

With an altitude of 456 metres and lava tubes spreading out in a streamlined shape, the tube system is the largest of its kind on Jeju island. This is nature being fascinating at its best!

Geomun Oreum Volcanic Cone, Jeju Island

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For the full list of 100 Attractions go to:

korea21.com.au/100-untact-attractions-revealed

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Geomun Oreum Volcanic Cone, Jeju Island

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