Port
Sokcho, South Korea
Activity Level
Strenuous
Excursion Type
All
Wheelchair Accessible
No
Starting At
$149.95
Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
Duration
Approximately 4½ Hours
Meals Included
Meals not included
A one-hour drive brings you to Ojukheon House, built in the early 1500s. Yulgok -- scholar and politician of the Joseon Period -- was born here. This is one of the oldest wooden residential buildings in Korea. Step inside to explore the Yulgok Memorial Hall and other rooms, as well as the entrance gates.
Venturing down the main road from Ojukheon House, you'll encounter the Gyeongpo Ecological Storage Site. More than a mere wetland, this site features a purpose-built promenade for people to delight in. Spring brings forth vibrant rapeseed flowers, while autumn adds allure with the breathtaking view of cosmos flowers in full bloom. A leisurely half-hour stroll along the charming tree-lined street that traverses the Gyeongpo Ecological Storage Site offers a picturesque surroundings. The expansive lake and the sky converge to craft a breathtaking landscape. Following this tree-lined path across the storage site, you'll arrive at Seonkyojang.
Explore Seongyojang House, an 18th-century residence belonging to the upper class and once inhabited by Lee Nae-beon. "Seon," meaning boat, aptly describes this house, which originally faced Gyeongpo Lake, allowing access by water. The complex features a sizable pond with a pavilion, presenting a valuable resource that showcases the living conditions of upper-class households during the Joseon dynasty. Immerse yourself in the rich history and cultural significance of Seongyojang House.