Even in the heart of bustling Hong Kong, where skyscrapers dominate the skyline, you can find a harmonious blend of nature at the Hong Kong Park. Situated at the entrance leading to the Peak Tram terminus, this park is impressively spacious by Hong Kong standards. “Occupying One Third of Yeouido’s Area” Hong Kong Park covers an area equivalent to about ...
The Avenue of Stars in Hong Kong can be found on the beachfront at the southernmost part of Tsim Sha Tsui. The reason it’s called the Avenue of Stars is simple – you can find various statues and handprints of various Hong Kong stars here. “Hong Kong, Enjoying a Million Dollar Night View at the Avenue of Stars” In particular, ...
In the Seongdong-gu district of Seoul, you can find a theme park named “Seoul Forest.” It was created with the concept of an urban forest, inspired by iconic parks like Central Park in New York and Hyde Park in London. With an investment of approximately 23.52 billion Korean Won on a site of about 350,000 square meters, the theme park ...
In the northwest of Seoul’s Yeonhui-dong lies Gungdongsan, a mountain that leads to Hongjecheon. Beyond Gungdongsan, you’ll find a path that leads down to Hongjecheon, and Gungdong has been transformed into a neighborhood park, providing a walking path for the residents of Yeonhui-dong. Taking advantage of a long-awaited holiday, I had the chance to explore the Yeonhui-dong Gungdongsan Circular Path. ...
In Gapyeong, there is a theme park called “Petite France” themed after France. Established in 2008, Petite France quickly became a representative theme park in Gapyeong. Subsequently, in 2021, a new theme park named “Italian Village” was opened behind Petite France. Its subtitle is “Pinocchio and Da Vinci.” “A Homage to the Tuscan Village of Italy” The Italian Village, “Pinocchio ...
Petite France, meaning “Little France,” is a theme park designed in the concept of a French cultural village. It is located on a 117,357 square meter site north of Cheongpyeong Lake in Cheongpyeong-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, and was opened on July 28, 2008. Visitors can enjoy various cultural experiences and performances from Europe, including France. It offers a feeling of strolling through ...
The Olympic Park in Songpa, Seoul, is the largest park in the city. At one point, it held the title of the largest park in the country until the opening of Ulsan Grand Park in 2005, which surpassed it in size. The Olympic Park was established to commemorate the 1988 Seoul Olympics. The construction, funded by the Seoul Metropolitan Government ...
The “Character Maritime Park” in Pohang Songdo is a park located along the river in the city center. It’s a cultural park where children can meet characters like Turning Mecard, Hello Carbot, Sophie Ruby, Gaspar and Lisa. In addition to stimulating children’s imaginations, the park offers a relaxing atmosphere to enjoy the calm night and the sea with vibrant musical ...
Located just one stop away from Suwon Station near Hwaseo Station, there is a large lake. When people think of Suwon’s lake park, they often picture “Gwanggyo Lake Park,” but in the west of Suwon, you can also find a quite impressive lake park. “Different Atmosphere from Gwanggyo Lake Park: Suwon Seoho Park” While Gwanggyo Lake Park exudes grandeur, Suwon ...
In Gwanggyo New Town, there is Gwanggyo Lakeside Park. Gwanggyo Lakeside Park is the largest lake park in Korea, boasting a size 1.7 times that of the well-known Ilsan Lakeside Park. Considered one of the landmarks representing Gwanggyo New Town, around Gwanggyo Lakeside Park, you can find various restaurants and cafes. Particularly, to the south of the park, “Gwanggyo IPark ...
Gwanggyo New Town in Suwon is a relatively recent development. After the construction of Gwanggyo New Town, the Gyeonggi Provincial Government, Suwon District Prosecutor’s Office, and Suwon High Court relocated to Gwanggyo New Town. The Suwon Education Office is also scheduled to move to Gwanggyo New Town. Gwanggyo New Town in Suwon is strategically developed, showing a difference from the ...
Siheung has a place called Mulwang Reservoir. It’s a place that provides a unique sense of comfort, resembling a lake with water. Unlike fully developed parks like Ilsan Lake Park or Gwanggyo Lake Park, it exudes a raw, untouched feel, which in turn, makes it even more calming. It has its own charm as it’s not completely transformed into a ...