Date : 2021-10-20 Views : 8840
Take a blast from the past with Korea Tour Card and visit Yongin and Suwon, the heart of Korean cultural heritage.
Starting from the Korean Folk Village, you can go back into the Choseon dynasty to search for ancient wisdom,
then head to Suwon Gwanggyo Lake Park, where a new landmark of Gwanggyo New Town lies.
Let's discover the beauty of Korean history and cultural heritage by traveling between the past and present.
Address | 90, Minsokchon-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do |
Transportation | - From Yongin Bus Terminal (By bus) No. 10-5 : Yongin Bus Terminal → Korean Folk Village, Bora Hyosung Harrington, Samjung Apt.(approx. 34min.) |
Guide | weekdays 10:00~18:00 / Weekends and holidays 10:00~19:00 Open all year round/Event schedules may vary depending on the season and weather |
KOREA TOUR CARD Benefits |
- KRW 10,000 discount on admission fee |
Homepage |
https://www.koreanfolk.co.kr/multi/english/ |
Recommendation |
Korean Folk Village is a tourist attraction displaying elements of traditional Korean life and culture. It is a great place to experience the root of Korean cultural heritage. Experience outdoor exhibitions, participate in daily activities following traditional methods and seasonal customs to envelop the essence of the Korean cultural heritage! |
Address | 36, Haenggung-ro 26beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do |
Transportation | - From Korean Folk Village (By taxi) it takes around 32 minutes (approx. 14.6km away) |
Guide | 10:00~18:00 / Closed on Mondays |
KOREA TOUR CARD Benefits |
- 10% discount on hanbok rental tickets |
Homepage |
https://ko-kr.facebook.com/chjangem/ |
Recommendation |
Suwon takes great pride in its magnificent ancient architecture. You can rent a hanbok, a traditional Korean dresswear, at the hanbok rental shop in Jang Geum, and take a trip to Suwon Hwaseong Fortress. At the fortress, you can take amazing photos while donning your lovely hanbok! |
Address | 320-2, Suseong-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do |
Transportation | - From Jang Geum Hanbok (By bus) No. 65 : Paldalmun Gate, Lee's Eye Clinic → Janganmun Suwon Traditional Culture Center (approx. 14 min.) |
Guide | 09:00~18:00 Everyday, Free after regular ticketing hours and open to the public after sunset |
KOREA TOUR CARD Benefits |
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Homepage |
http://www.swcf.or.kr/english/ |
Recommendation |
Suwon Hwaseong Fortess, known as the flower among Korean fortresses with its outstanding scenery, is very important in the respect of architectural history. Let's take some relaxing time to walk along the fortress wall! The fortress is picturesque and it is also nice to see the city buildings surrounding the old fortress. |
Address | 833, Jeongjo-ro(Sinpung-dong), Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do |
Transportation | - From Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Walk 727m (approx. 10 min.) |
Guide | Summer season (Mar - Oct): 10:00 - 19:00 / Winter season (Nov - Feb): 10:00 - 18:00 / Closed on Every Monday |
KOREA TOUR CARD Benefits |
- 50% Discount on admission fees |
Homepage |
https://suma.suwon.go.kr/main/main.do?lang=en |
Recommendation |
Suwon park Museum of Art is located at Hwaseong Haenggung Palace Square. Suwon Ipark Museum of Art presents a diverse range of unique exhibitions, displays a unique collection that reflect local themes. Let's enjoy the modern cultural art of Korea! |
Address | 165, Gwanggyohosu-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do |
Transportation | - From Suwon Ipark Museum of Art (By bus) No. 65 : Hwaseong Fortress → Gwanggyo Hoban Village Entrance (approx. 36 min.) |
Guide | - |
KOREA TOUR CARD Benefits |
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Homepage |
http://www.gglakepark.or.kr/ |
Recommendation |
Gwanggyo Lake Park is a park with a modern design in Suwon, and has one of the largest lake parks in South Korea. Including the beautiful Urban Levee, Gwanggyo Lake Park consists of six themes of forest, outdoor plazas, field of joy, fun fields, islands, and an observatory. Enjoy the various themes in tat Gwanggyo Lake Park! Be sure to check out the lake at night when all of the brilliant lights turn on. |