Gangwon State
Places to visit in Yeongwol-gun
This area has caves and natural scenery among mountains crossed by winding rivers. Explore the underground formations around Gossigul Cave alongside the riverside scenery.
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Places to visit
6 placesGossi Cave Tourist Site
A limestone cave destination designated Natural Monument No. 219.
View on mapKorean Peninsula-Shaped Landform
Where the Pyeongchang and Jucheon rivers meet, the water encircles a hill shaped like the Korean Peninsula. It is one of Yeongwol's natural scenic attractions.
View on mapBeopheungsa Temple
This temple sits on the slopes of Saja Mountain and is one of Korea's five Jeokmyeolbogung sacred sites. Walk among the pines and temple buildings in its mountain setting.
View on mapEorayeon Valley
In the upper reaches of the Donggang River, the water winds around three rocky islets. See the forest-covered cliffs alongside the river.
View on mapJangneung Royal Tomb
The tomb of King Danjong, the sixth king of Joseon, is in Yeongheung-ri, Yeongwol-eup. Learn about Joseon royal tombs and Danjong's story.
View on mapCheongnyeongpo Historic Site
The Seogang River surrounds this site on three sides, while cliffs and mountains close it off to the south. Its island-like setting includes Danjong's place of exile and Nosandae.
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Scenes of the area
- Gossi Cave and the Donggang River in Yeongwol.
- Mountains and waterways in western Yeongwol
- Traces of Danjong and the waterways of Yeongwol-eup