About Gangneung
Gangneung is one of the largest cities in eastern South Korea with a population that approaches to 230 thousand people. There are also many places worth visiting and seeing in the city, which is considered to be the most important commercial and cultural center of the region. Gyeongpo Beach and Jeongdongjin Beach are on the top of these places. These beaches are a meeting point for those coming from both from city center and close neighborhoods to swim. Coffee Cupper Museum, where you can get information about the history of coffee and see interesting works, is also located in the city.
Gyeongpodae Lake is one of the most convenient places to explore the city and get relaxed. Here you can take a long nature walk and enjoy the view. The festival called Gangneung Danoje takes place in Gangneung with colorful images every year. There are also many temples that stand out in the city and its surroundings with a peaceful atmosphere. You can also visit these temples and discover a different and mystical world.
