Adjacent to Gangneung Jungang Market, which is located at the heart of Gangneung, there is a themed street called “Wolhwa Street.” Wolhwa Street is a downtown park created along a former railway track, themed around the poignant love story of “Muwolryang and Yeonhwabuin,” which is a unique tale in Gangneung and the inspiration for Chunhyangjeon.
To the west of Wolhwa Street, you can find the Jungang Market, and on the opposite side, you’ll see a row of shops. It’s an entertaining street where you can encounter various stores with clever concepts.
- Gangneung Themed Street: Wolhwa Street : Wolhwa Street, Chunhyangjeon-themed Street in Gangneung
“Gangneung Souvenir Shop: Wolhwa Gift Store”
In Wolhwa Street, you can find souvenir shops catering to travelers. As the name suggests, it’s a place called “Wolhwa Gift Store” where you can purchase various travel souvenirs.
Here, you can find unique artworks created by various artists, as well as more common merchandise. It’s a place where you can acquire items to commemorate your trip to Gangneung.
It’s a great place to shop for souvenirs to commemorate your trip to Gangneung or to buy gifts for family or friends after returning from your journey.
“While it’s possible to find souvenirs at Wolhwa Gift Store, it was a bit disappointing that most of them were typical items that can also be found in other regions. It would be even better if they sold souvenirs with special meanings unique to Gangneung that you can’t find elsewhere. Nevertheless, it’s still a worthwhile place for travelers looking to commemorate their trip to Gangneung at least once.”
“Gangneung Wolhwa Gift Store”
- Address: 11, Geumsung-ro 11beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do 25542
- Phone: 033-646-8795
- Business Hours: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM