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Chuncheon

Chuncheon is a lakeside city surrounded by mountains, famous nationwide for dakgalbi - spicy stir-fried chicken with rice cakes and cabbage. Nami Island, the filming location of Winter Sonata, lies just outside the city and draws visitors year-round.

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Travel Information

Best Time to Visit

October to November for stunning autumn colors on Nami Island and around the lakes, or May for fresh spring greenery

From Seoul

ITX-Cheongchun ~1h 10min

Local Food

Dakgalbi, Makguksu

Top things to see in Chuncheon

1Nami Island
2Chuncheon Dakgalbi Street
3Soyang Dam
4Samaksan Mountain
5Jade Garden
6Animation Museum
7Gongjicheon Sculpture Park
8Uiam Lake

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chuncheon

How do I get to Nami Island from Seoul?
Take the ITX-Cheongchun train from Yongsan or Cheongnyangni Station to Gapyeong (about 1 hour), then a short taxi or shuttle bus to the Nami Island ferry. The ferry crossing takes 5 minutes.
What is dakgalbi and where should I eat it?
Dakgalbi is spicy marinated chicken stir-fried on a large flat pan with vegetables, rice cakes, and cheese. Chuncheon's Dakgalbi Street (Myeongdong area) has dozens of restaurants. Most locals consider the side-street places better than the famous ones.
What else is there to do in Chuncheon besides Nami Island?
Rent a bike along the Uiam Lake bike path, visit Chuncheon Makguksu Museum to learn about buckwheat noodles, or explore Samaksan Mountain for an easy half-day hike with lake views.

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