Hidden corners of Korea await curious travelers this autumn

Autumn is often seen as the best season for travel in Korea, with crisp air, blue skies and colorful foliage drawing even homebodies out of the house. To mark the season, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization have launched an autumn travel campaign, highlighting hidden attractions across the country. The government is highlighting 19 lesser-known destinations. Among them is Gyodong Island in Incheon’s Ganghwa County, located north of the civilian control line and accessible only after registering at a Marine Corps checkpoint. The island is home to Daeryong Market, created by displaced residents from Hwanghae Province to resemble their hometown market. The market is now maintained by the next generation, offering visitors a different atmosphere from typical markets in the South. In Wonju, Gangwon Province, a cultural space opened in May featuring a floating iceberg-shaped building designed to raise awareness about climate change. The complex includes a museum, courtyard, cafe and meeting facilities. Established and donated by entrepreneurs, it supWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times