As winter passes in Gyeonggi Province, the ideal weather for walks is approaching. Based on recommendations from locals in Gyeonggi P...
Based on recommendations from locals in Gyeonggi Province, here are two daytrip destinations in Pyeongtaek City, superb for healing treks in the beauty of nature!
1. Sopung Garden
‘A Pyeongtaek Garden In Harmony with Nature’
Sopung Garden is a park-like garden with a separate campsite.
*When campsite information first shared, spaces are only available by reservation and priority is given to Pyeongtaek residents on the 15th of each month.
Campsite: Paid (Reservations can be made through the website)
https://www.pyeongtaek.go.kr/camp/main.do
Sopung Garden has been transformed from an abandoned island area into a themed island encompassing four themes.
1. Garden of Ewha
Based on an existing octagonal pavilion, the Garden of Ewha has a traditional feel, providing a serene and comfortable atmosphere.
2. Rainbow Garden
The Rainbow Garden represents the diverse and coexisting cultures of Pyeongtaek, with rainbow sculptures and layers of branches symbolizing inclusion, coexistence, and harmony.
3. Garden of Light
The Garden of Light symbolizes the shining prosperity and development of Pyeongtaek, with the pattern of spreading water droplets visualized through nighttime illumination.
The Jijibaebae Garden symbolizes harmony between society, residents, nature, and people.
Besides the park spaces themed around these four concepts, Sopung Garden is also famous for cherry blossoms, and during the summer, it offers a water recreation area and picnic/campsite, attracting many locals throughout the year.
Address: 📍 476-20 Gung-ri, Godeok-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do
Operating Hours: Open year-round
Admission: Free
Parking Fee: Free
2. Baedari Park
Baedari Park is vast space in downtown Pyeongtaek City with walking paths around a reservoir.
It's a pleasant walk along the waterway, and if you come with children, there's an observation deck where you can see various birds such as ducks, cuckoos, geese, and herons.
Address: 📍 20 Jukbaek 6-ro, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do
Operating Hours: Always open
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Baedari Park serves as a restful space for residents, offering a place to enjoy walks and observe biodiversity in an eco-friendly park.
How about visiting the parks in Pyeongtaek City, Gyeonggi Province, with family, friends, and loved ones during the beautiful weather, and enjoying the cherry blossoms too in early April?
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