5. Wild Flower Arboretum
The Yangpyeong Wild Flower Arboretum has several major facilities. The Nature Ecology Museum showcases a natural ecology model structure with educational videos. The Nature Learning Center has about 200 different types of endangered wild flower species, while the Herb Garden has 50 different types of herbs. Other attractions include the swampy ground, Tteodeureongseom Island, riverside driveway, tropical arboretum, research center. The Arborteum offers a number of hands-on experience programs as well.
Directions From Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, take an intercity bus to Yangpyeong. * Bus schedule: 06:15, 06:50, 07:25, 08:00, 08:40, 09:10, 10:10, 10:20, 11:05, 11:25, 12:20, 12:50, 13:10, 13:45, 14:20, 14:40, 15:10, 15:50, 16:40, 17:15, 17:40, 18:15, 18:50, 19:25, 20:10, 20:50, 21:30 From Yangpyeong Bus Terminal, take a taxi to Yangpyeong Wild Flower Arboretum.
Admission Fees Individuals Adults: 7,000 won Youths: 5,000 won Children (Age 13 & under): 4,000 won
Operating Hours April-October: 09:30-18:00 November-March: 09:30-17:00
6. The Greem
This place is used as a scenes for some popular dramas, such as Gaksital, Mask (가면), etc. The price to enter this cafe is 7,000 won and it's already included drinks.
Beside coffee shop, you also can see the beautiful garden here
Address: Gyeonggi-do, Yangpyeong-gun, Okcheon-myeon, 용천리 564-7
Also, there is this photo studio where you can take picture with a bear and use accessory that is already provided there for free:)
7. Dumulmeori
Dumulmeori literally means 'two water area,' and refers to the place where Bukhangang River and Namhangang River meet. The dock for an ancient-style ferry and weeping willows add to the rustic beauty of this area. Another attraction at this site is the three 400-year-old Zelkova trees that appear as one giant tree. A privately owned place, Dumulmeori remains as a popular site for shooting Korean TV dramas, movies, commercials, wedding pictures as well as nature pictures.
When we came here, it was snowing. So the scenery was really beautiful. It feels like Christmas came earlier to Korea
Directions [Subway] Yangsu Station (Jungang Subway Line), Exit 1. Go straight for 20-30 minutes. Or Gangbyeon Station (Seoul Subway Line 2), Exit 4. Take Bus 2000-1, and get off at Yangsu-ri Dumulmeori. Follow the Dumulmeori Walk sign to arrive at Dumulmeori.
8. Gwanggyo Lake Park
If you have a plan to visit this place, I recommend you to visit here in evening rather than in the morning. If your purpose is not exercising and you just want to visit the park for view, in evening the park's night view with bright neon sign makes you feel romantic mood.
Address: 57, Gwanggyohosu-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
9. Suwon Hwaseong
Hwaseong Fortress is an impressive structure from the latter part of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) and the official fortress of Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do. The fortress (constructed from 1794 to 1796) was built as a show of the King’s filial piety towards his father Jangheonseja and to build a new pioneer city with its own economic power.
The fortress was designated as Historical Monument No. 3 in January 1963, and in December 1997, it was designated a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. A variety of performances and evens are held everyday and Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival takes place every autumn.
Directions [Subway] Get off at Suwon Station (Seoul Subway Line 1) Take Bus 2, 7, 7-2, 8, or 13 and get off at Jongno 4-geori (intersection) bus stop. Walk 5-minutes to fortress.
You might also take Hwaseong train to look around this place. Below is the price and some details about the train
[Hwaseong Train (one-way)] Individuals - Adults 1,500 won / Teenagers 1,100 won / Children 700 won Groups - Adults 1,200 won / Teenagers 850 won / Children 550 won
[Hwaseong Train] - Operating hours 10:00-17:50 * Will not operate in the case of snow, rain and cold weather. - Route: Paldalsan Mountain (Seongsinsa Temple) - Hwaseomun Gate - Jangan Park - Jangan Gate - Hwahongmun Gate - Yeonmudae - Duration: 30 minute one way - Ticket booth (departure / arrival): Paldalsan Mountain +82-31-228-4863 / Yeonmudae +82-31-228-4868
Visitors can enjoy trying their hand at Korean archery at Yeonmudae, the very place where soldiers were trained 210 years ago in the Joseon Period. The price is reasonable and you will get the unique chance to learn about Korean archery.
Location: Yeonmudae of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress
Hours: Nov-Feb 09:30-16:30, Mar-Oct 09:30-07:30, Jun-Sept late-night openings Fri-Sun 09:30-9:00 (Closed when events are held at Yeonmudae)
Cost: 10 arrows KRW 2,000
Tel: +82-31-228-4686
That's the end of 4th field trip review! See you on our last trip
