If you’re looking for a special nature getaway near Seoul for a one-day trip, join us on a journey through the scenic attractions of Gyeongg...
If you’re looking for a special nature getaway near Seoul for a one-day trip, join us on a journey through the scenic attractions of Gyeonggi Province! 🌿
Located just about 1.5 to 2 hours north of central Seoul, Pocheon City, Gyeonggi Province, is an ideal destination to escape the bustle of everyday life and recharge in nature.
Home to the Hantangang UNESCO Global Geopark, you can enjoy breathtaking views of volcanic landscapes, cool waterfalls, and thrilling suspension bridges.
Feel the wonders of nature with all your senses!
Since the course includes light hiking, comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes are recommended. 👟
1. Bidulginangpokpo Falls (비둘기낭 폭포)
📌 415-2 Daehwaesan-ri, Yeongbuk-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
🔸 Hours: 09:00–18:00
🔸 Admission: Free
The first stop is Bidulginangpokpo Falls, a stunning waterfall nestled within a basalt gorge formed by volcanic activity.
It’s designated as Korea’s Natural Monument No. 537 for its geological significance.
Surrounded by lush green trees and sheer cliffs, the sight of cascading water creates a picture-perfect landscape. 🌳
Thanks to its beauty, this location has been featured in several Korean films and dramas, including <A Werewolf Boy> and <It’s Okay, That’s Love>. 🎬
2. Hantangang Suspension Bridge (한탄강 Y자 출렁다리)
📌 San 42-1 Daehwaesan-ri, Yeongbuk-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
🔸 Hours: 09:00–18:00
🔸 Closed: During rain or bad weather
🔸 Admission: Adults KRW 6,000 / Students KRW 3,000
Just a short distance from the waterfall lies the Hantangang Suspension Bridge, opened in 2024 and now the longest suspension bridge in Korea at 410 meters! 🌉
Its cable-free (pylon-free) structure offers an unobstructed panoramic view of the Hantangang River, and the unique Y-shaped design makes it especially photogenic.
Cross the gently swaying bridge to experience both the thrilling excitement and the stunning beauty of the surrounding gorge!
3. Garamnuri Observatory (가람누리 전망대)
📌 San 256 Daehwaesan-ri, Yeongbuk-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
🔸Admission: Free
The final stop is the Garamnuri Observatory, where you can enjoy a sweeping view of the Hantangang River and the suspension bridge from above.
Don’t forget to capture a perfect photo with the vast landscape in the background! 📸
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Head to Gyeonggi Province this weekend to embrace the grandeur of nature!
From waterfalls and rivers to scenic mountains, Gyeonggi Province is full of natural beauty. 💚
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