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Chuncheon

The charms of Gangwon-do’s capital, Chuncheon (춘천, meaning 'Spring River'), dwell in its shimmering lake views, gorgeous surrounding mountains, and doses of the fiery chicken dish dakgalbi. It’s also a good base for outdoor activities, and its superb transport links with Seoul makes it a popular weekend getaway for denizens of the capital.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

Namiseom Island
Chuncheon
Part of popular TV drama Winter Sonata was set on this island in an artificial lake southwest of Chuncheon. It’s home to rows of majestic redwoods,…
Samak-san
Chuncheon
The highest mountain near Chuncheon, Samak-san offers incredible views of the town and surrounding lakes. The hike up to the peak (645m) can be strenuous…
Korean War Memorial
Chuncheon
The evocative statues at this memorial to the Battle of Chuncheon are shown midaction, holding North Koreans at bay at the opening of the Korean War on 25…
Gongjicheon Sculpture Park
Chuncheon
Families and teens picnic and sit in the shade of trees in this park dotted with sculptures, some of them hard to fathom. It's a very pleasant diversion…
Soyang-gang Maiden
Chuncheon
This 7m-tall bronze statue by the lake is more exciting if you know the famous Korean song mentioning said maiden (the ballad whines on loop by the water).
Chuncheon City Hall
Chuncheon
The landmark Chuncheon City Hall was undergoing a huge reconstruction and rebuilding at the time of writing.

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Music

K-Pop superstars BTS filmed their new reality show in this lakeside Airbnb

Jul 31, 2020 • 2 min read

Global superstars BTS have a new reality program showcasing their daily life during the summer – and you can actually rent the property they used to film it.

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