Chuncheon

Chuncheon (춘천, 春川) is the capital of Gangwon (강원, 江原) and the northeasternmost province of South Korea. Korea_Chuncheon - Chuncheon, Korea Map Chuncheon-si - Location of Chuncheon

Chuncheon Halal Travel Guide

For travelers weary of Seoul's crowds and big city atmosphere, Chuncheon can be an ideal place to spend several days. The area, surrounded by rivers and hills, offers a variety of relaxing outdoor activities and small town pace.

It was featured in the popular Korean drama serial, Winter Sonata, and as such is now a popular destination for tourists from around East Asia.

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Travel on a Bus in Chuncheon

You can reach the city from Seoul's Incheon International Airport via intercity bus. Tickets available at the bus booth in the arrivals hall at the airport. The approximate length of the bus ride is 2.5 hours (assuming no traffic). The fare is roughly ₩18,000. From Seoul, buses depart from the Dong Seoul Bus Station and leave regularly every fifteen minutes, between 06:00 and 21:20, and charge a fare of roughly ₩6,000. To reach the Dong Seoul Bus Station, take the Seoul subway system to Gangbyeon Station and leave through exit number 4. The bus station will be visible across the street. These buses take roughly 70 minutes or more depending on traffic. Buses to Chuncheon also depart from Seoul's Sangbong Bus Terminal once every forty minutes, between 05:40 and 21:30.

By metro

A new Seoul#By subway|metro line has opened in 2010 from Seoul to Chuncheon. The Gyeongchun Line runs from Sangbong Station in the northeast of Seoul to Namchuncheon and Chuncheon Stations. Metro trains leave every 15 minutes or so, and take a little more than an hour to reach Chuncheon. It's a brand new subway line, mostly above ground, and winds through the mountains, alongside the rivers and lakes for which the Gangwon region is famous. A one-way ride costs ₩3,150, from Seoul station.

How to get around in Chuncheon

Best way to travel in Chuncheon by a Taxi

Taxis are the most efficient way of getting around Chuncheon. Taxis are plentiful and you can easily find one within a few minutes if you wait on the sidewalk of most busier streets in the city. You may have trouble catching one if you are on the outskirts of Chuncheon or during rush hour when most are in use. The English word "Taxi" is used in Korean, so it's easy to ask someone where one might wait to find a taxi.

The taxis are identified by a sign mounted on top of the car, but also have a red LED sign with Hangul lettering inside their windshield. If this sign is lit, it signifies that the taxi is available for hire. They turn this sign off when they are already transporting a client. Stick your arm out to the street as a taxi approaches and they will stop.

Taxis are the best option for short trips through town and are nice when you need door to door service. They are especially helpful when shopping and you have goods to carry with you as you can put them in the trunk or the back seat. Another benefit is when you have multiple people in your group as the fee is the same no matter how many Muslim ride.

Most taxi drivers speak no English, so it is a good idea to have the address of your destination written in Korean to show the taxi driver.

Travel on a Bus in Chuncheon

Though bus numbers are clearly marked and always run the same routes, most are not on any kind of schedule and you could wait 5 minutes or over an hour at a bus stop. They can also become very crowded and you may have to wait for people to get off after several stops before you can acquire a seat. Bus stops are placed throughout the city, but may be a little walk from where you are staying or from your destination. However, buses are more economical when traveling alone or going very far outside the city. Bus fare is typically ₩1,100 per person. Most Koreans who ride the bus regularly have a chipped card they scan when they board. As a visitor, you will need to put the exact cash into a slot in the front when boarding.

When you approach the stop you need to get off at, press the red button to the right of the exit door located on the passenger side of the bus half way back. This signals the driver to stop and the side doors will open. Exit quickly as it seems they are often off and running again before you can hit the ground.

Travel by bicycle in Chuncheon

Bicycles can be rented in several shops in town. One is near Namchuncheon station, once you get out from exit 1, keep walking 200 meters under the railway tracks. Another store is located at Chuncheon station exit 2. The rental costs ₩3,000 per hour or ₩10,000 per day.

What to see in Chuncheon

• Chuncheon National Museum 70, Useok-ro, Chuncheon-si Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00, Closed Mondays It exhibits and preserves legacy from the region that encompasses epochs from the prehistoric perioid to modern times.

• Animation Museum 37.892860, 127.691565 - A8605480 South Korea's only Animation Museum is located in Chuncheon and is worth a visit of a few hours or more. The museum sits directly next to an animation studio. Patrons may also purchase tickets to view a screening of animated Korean short films for ₩4,000. The subject matter mainly pertains to the history of Korean animation, but also highlights animation from other parts of the world, including North Korea, Europe, Japan, and the United States. Although most of the displays are in Korean only, English speakers will still enjoy the variety of media presented. The sculptures outside of the museum, created with used vehicle parts, are a popular photo opportunity.

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• Chuncheon International Mime Festival Opening Hours: Starts Wednesday of the fourth week in May and lasts for five days A globally renowned art performance festival in Korea. The main event consists of performances of international and domestic mime groups, and there are special events such as street performances, mime lessons, body painting shows, and mime concerts throughout the festival period.

• Nami Island - Nami Nara, Namisum, Namiseom | 37.79154, 127.525435 A moon-shaped island of 4 kilometers in diameter, resulting from the construction of a dam in 1944. Great nature, with metasequoias. You can enter thit island by boat, taking less 10 mins. If you enter the island, you can see huge nut pines along the both paths. It is full of green, very nice for holiday spot. You can also hire a bicycle or tandem for 30 mins or more, it is good way to get around whole island with amazing view. In the Island and there are many tour spots like museum, gallery and souvenir shop. It was one of the main filming locations of Winter Sonata. The address is 1 Namiseom-gil, Namsan-myeon. The easiest way to get dock of Nami island is taking a train until Gapyeong Station from Seoul or other city's. Across the station you can take a city or local bus(15mins) or take a taxi(5-10mins).

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Chuncheon

• Chuncheon International Marathon Opening Hours: Late October Chuncheon Marathon 4715 This marathon circles Uiamho Lake, famous for its beautiful scenery. Thit is considered the optimal marathon in terms of scenery, difficulty and weather. There is a full course of 42 kilometers and short courses of 5 and 10 km. Here is an international marathon that anyone can enjoy, running with world-famous marathoners.

• Jungdo (Island) - A large island on the Soyang River. A ferry runs to the island every half hour. Fare is ₩5,500 per adult. The island makes a great day trip or picnic. You can hike around and see ancient Korean huts, or rent bikes and ride a paved trail that goes around one side of the island. Bike rental is roughly ₩10,000 per hour. Surrey bikes and four wheelers are also available to rent. The island has places where you can camp, and at the southern end there are cabins for rent (55,000 won per day and up). Ask about these at the tourist bureau; they don't speak English at the office on the island.

• Soyang Dam - At the head of the Soyang river. Built in 1973, Soyang Dam is Asia's largest gravel dam. Soyang Lake was formed while the dam was being constructed and lies across Chuncheon, Yanggu and Inje. It is called the "ocean within the land", and forms an ideal driving course for its open panorama and beautiful scenery. There is a ferryboat trip to Yanggu, a popular dating course. Boat rides are available to tour the lake, and there is a boat ride that takes you to a hiking trail to see a Buddhist temple. There are food stalls along the walk to the docks - they sell boiled lake shellfish, pancakes and fried grasshoppers.

• Hiking - Chuncheon sits in a valley surrounded by mountains. Bong Ui Mountain is a famous peak located just North of Myongdong (Downtown Chuncheon) and sits just south of the Soyang river. Trails lead to the top from all sides of the mountain, and there is exercise equipment on top. It is not a very tall peak, but makes for a good hike. Its elevation is roughly 280 m (925 ft), next to the Soyang River which is 70 m (240 ft). Another group of hiking trails is located on the east side of Chuncheon. Starting at the provincial police headquarters, and running in back of the LotteMart in EmmaCo and the main trail runs along a ridge, crossing over several highways on elaborate bridges. Side trails lead up from the west. From the tourist resort of Gangchon, one can hike to a waterfall, or up the mountain to a high village where there are several restaurants for hikers. Trails for hiking and biking can be found along the river running through the south part of Chuncheon, and then on along the lakeshore on the west side of town.

• Statue Park - A park with many marble statues and a building which contains and replica of an ancient Korean water clock. A small store provides bike rentals and across the street are docks where you can rent paddle boats on the river. The river feeds into the Soyang and from there you can see Jungdo island. The Ethiopian war memorial is adjacent to this park.

• Gangchon Ski Resort - Located roughly 30 minutes drive from downtown Chuncheon. A free shuttle runs from Chuncheon to the ski resort.

• Cheongpyeong-sa Temple The ferry leaves from Soyang Dam ☎ +82-33-1330 Adults ₩5,000 / Youth ₩5,000 / Children ₩3,000 Including ferry charge Cheongpyeong Temple is South Korea's National Treasure No. 164 is a Buddhist temple dating back to reign of King Gwang-Jong (949-975). Tucked away in a valley between two mountains, it sits at the southern ridge of Mount Bong. The walk up to Cheongpyong Temple is one of Korea's most beautiful walks. Surrounded by woods, clean air and a beautiful stream with many waterfalls and the walk up to the temple is a walk that one does not want to miss. There is a small entry fee to get into the "park" and there are many "ma and pa" restaurants and vendors along the way for Snacks. One of the most amazing experiences is dining on the river on a small river table, a platform that is placed in the middle of the stream. There is a small backpackers motel near the entrance of the temple if you want to stay overnight. There are a lot of hiking trails that branch into the mountain for those who want to experience Chuncheon's best eco-tourism site. However, to get to Cheongpyeong Temple is quite difficult. There is a mountain ridge road that takes you up and around the valley, however most people tend to take the ferry that leaves from Soyang Dam. This dam is about a 30 minutes taxi ride from Chuncheon's central station.

• Chuncheon Myeongdong Street - A small street, splendid for shopping. Stores are located on both sides of the lane. It is dubbed the "street of the young people" since you can always find clothes and culture currently in fashion.

• Chuncheon Barbecue Spicy Chicken Street - Chuncheon barbecue spicy Chicken is almost better known than Chuncheon itself. Many Chicken restaurants each boasting to be the original. The savory smell of the cuisine attracts passers-by.

• University Street - A 900 meter street at the back of Gangwon University in the "city of education," Chuncheon. Many interesting stores and cafes.

• Chuncheon Underground Shopping Complex - A huge underground shopping complex under City Hall. Thit is a one-stop shopping mall where you can compare prices and get a nice bargain.

• Gangchon - A popular membership-training site for college students. Gangchon is called the heaven for bike trekking. It is very close from Seoul, 40 minutes by train, a favorite weekend vacation spot because of the amusement parks, hostels and the new Gangchon resort.

• Gongjicheon - A favorite resort spot for citizens of Chuncheon; it is said that spring has come to Chuncheon when the ice of Gongjicheon melts and boat lovers come out. You can enjoy biking and boating on the weekends. Covered wagons in the vicinity are full of people until late at night.

Shopping in Chuncheon

Koreans rely heavily on small, individual stores to provide goods and services for specific things. The idea of a mega store that sells everything is more recent, but growing in popularity. There are a few of these type of "mega" stores in Chuncheon, making it easy for a foreigner to find most of the grocery and general household items they need.

• Emart - The closest thing to a Walmart equivalent, Emart is a large shopping center with most everything you might need. The lower level is a food court and grocery center and the second level a department store and additional levels for parking. Emart is located on the south side of Chuncheon.

• GS Mart - A bit smaller than Emart, GS mart provides much of the same in terms of product and pricing. GS Mart also has a food court upstairs that includes a McDonalds. Some local Koreans seem to prefer GS Mart due to it's "cleaner" and less crowded nature, but it doesn't offer as large of a selection of groceries and household goods as Emart. GS Mart can be found in Seoksadong on the east side of Chuncheon. (In December. 2010 GS Mart in 'Aemma Co' became Lottemart.)

• Home Plus Toegye-dong 144-1 Opening Hours: 10AM Monday - midnight Home Plus has only popped up here in Chuncheon in the last year. It's E-Marts major competitor throughout Korea. It's, for the most part, exactly like Wal-mart or E-mart. It has all crucials you could ever need packed into one, four story building. Produce, groceries, electronics, hardware, homeware, kitchenware, beauty products, cleaning supplies...obviously the list goes on. If you live in Toegye-dong it's the best and probably closes mart you can get to. It even has a really yummy food court on B1 and an American style restaurant (buffet style) on B2.

Halal Restaurants

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Korean_Food_Dakgalbi - Many dakgalbi restaurants can be found at its namesake, Chuncheon's Dakgalbi Street.

Chuncheon has various neighborhoods that are rich in restaurants. One such area is Dakgalbi Street, which is packed with restaurants that specialize in the dish. Dakgalbi (Hangul: 닭갈비) is a delicious grilled Chicken dish with vegetables and topped off with a spicy Gochujang Sauces. Most restaurants will offer both tables with chairs and tables with floor seating. Chicken, Rice cakes vegetables are grilled before you on the table's skillet. Near Kangwon National University's back gate there are a number of places for both Korean and foreign cuisines. Starting a block east of the bus terminal, you will find dozens of restaurants serving a wide variety of Korean dishes. The downtown market has a number of affordable food stalls serving all kinds of Korean food.Also get fresh fruits here, sweets, Rice cake, Meat as well as gaegogi (dogmeat) in season. A five-day market near the main post office also has tasty dishes as well as produce, fish, etc.

• Hajukol - This upscale restaurant in the far eastern part of Chuncheon's urban area serves lunch for around ₩18,000 per person. The set meal comes with many courses, appealing visually as well as taste-wise.

• Outback Steakhouse Across the street from the E-Mart Bus Terminal. Around ₩10,000 for Burgers and ₩35,000 for Steaks The Aussie restaurant. Many different kinds of appetizers and Steaks.

• Peace of Mind Bakery and Book Cafe 200-933 Gangwon-do Chuncheon-si Soksadong 114-12 (Hangul: 200-933 강원도 준전시 석사동 114-12) Take a taxi ☎ +82 33-262-7864, +82 11-9129-4706 - This cafe is filled with so many books, it can be considered a library. They serve bread as side dishes and offer Steaks, Italian food, and special teas. Before one leaves and the client has the option to purchase baked Snacks to go (like cookies) and special teas. In the background soothing music is played from a satellite service. The owner of the shop is a gentleman who speaks fluent English and is extremely friendly, he loves what he does.

• Vips Buffet, about ₩25,000

A Asian-style buffet with a Korean twist. Here the client can order Steaks, an all-you-can-eat salad bar (with free drinks included), tacos, fried Chicken, and more. In the background, American music plays.

Chuncheon has plenty of restaurants and small, local establishments that serve organic juice and coffee and a limited selection of food. These small establishments are called "Hof's".

• Sheriff's At Kangwon National University's back gate. Decent music, a couple of dart boards, and a fair selection of fruit cocktails and this western styled and themed bar is a popular place to hang out for both students of the University as well as foreign expats working in Chuncheon.

• Tombstone Take a taxi to Hi Mart. - A popular Western styled and themed bar with dartboards and a nice selection of organic juice and cocktails. Reportedly under renovations, to be open again in the fall of 2009.

• Tudari - A major chain of Hof's serving mostly Korean organic juice and bar food. Usually nice and clean inside and fairly affordable. Tudari establishments can be found all over Chuncheon without looking very hard.

• Hard Rock Kangwon University back gate opposite Johnny's Cafe on the main 'bar street'. - A good 'Western' bar with a great selection of fruit cocktails and imported soft drinks, both bottled and draft. Guinness, Heineken, and Sapporo on tap, will even make a 'black-n-tan'.Also carries some hard to find import bottles, such as Duvel, XXXX, (German) weizens, and even North Korean-produced "Taedonggang", along with the normal Korean bar food and Korean soft drinks.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Chuncheon

Chuncheon - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Chuncheon, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Chuncheon. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Chuncheon and its surrounding regions.

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The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Chuncheon. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations in Chuncheon: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Chuncheon.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Chuncheon: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Chuncheon, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Chuncheon.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Chuncheon, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Chuncheon, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Chuncheon, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Chuncheon, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Chuncheon without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Motels can be found in many places throughout Chuncheon. While they vary in price and they tend to be around ₩40,000.

• Jjim Jil Bang - 찜질방 | Yagsa-dong 150-10 - A South Korean cultural experience that is not common anywhere else. If one is a visitor and the pleasant experience depends how well one is able to sleep. Essentially and the environment contains different rooms in a common area for family and friends to sleep. These rooms include: lockers, gender segregated shower rooms and baths, common area to sleep on floors, gender segregated sleeping rooms, private secluded saunas (hot rooms), Snacks shops, and private massage rooms. It is advised that most likely the first night may be difficult to sleep if one is not accustomed to sleep on hard floors or sleep through snoring.

• Jasujung Bool Sauna - 자수정 불사우나 | ₩8,000 - The lobby will give clients a pair of night clothes. This place includes blankets to rent, but must be done so before 00:30 (otherwise and the shop will be closed). Also includes an indoor PC Bang, an exercise room, and a restaurant.

• Zak's Guest House 37.86681, 127.73787 ☎ +82 10-4048-8139 Dorm: ₩22,000-27,000, Double: ₩50,000-65,000 Zak is a friendly Texan who will warmly welcome you. The clean house features a large kitchen and a small garden.

• Chuncheon Sejong Hotel - ☎ +82 33-252-1191
• Chuncheon Bears Tourist Hotel - ☎ +82 33-256-2525
• Doosan Resort - ☎ +82 33-240-8000

More Muslim friendly Destinations from Chuncheon

Buses depart regularly to most major city's, including Seoul, from Chuncheon's Bus Station, on the south side of town. It may be worthwhile to inquire in advance at the station if unsure of the bus schedules.

A popular place for local residents and other East Asian tourists is Nam-i Island, which consists of tree-lined boulevards that are among the set locations for the popular Korean drama serial, Winter Sonata. Particularly romantic when it snows in the winter, and popular among couples.

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