Ganghwa County, located in the northwestern part of Incheon Metropolitan City, is an administrative unit that governs 15 islands, including Ganghwa Island. Known as a "roofless museum," Ganghwa boasts historical and cultural heritage sites like dolmens and the Goryeo Palace Site, as well as breathtaking natural landscapes like Mani Mountain and Jeongjok Mountain Fortress. It is also renowned for its specialty products, including Ganghwa Island rice, ginseng, turnips, and salted seafood.
Feel the breath of history on Ganghwa Island .
Ganghwa County is a significant location in Korean history, boasting a diverse array of cultural assets and historic sites. The Ganghwa Dolmen Site and Ganghwa Eupseong Fortress offer a chance to experience the history of the Three Kingdoms and Joseon Dynasties. In particular, the Ganghwa Goryeo Palace Site and Jeondeungsa Temple offer a firsthand experience of traditional Korean architecture and Buddhist culture, making them ideal destinations for international tourists seeking a cultural and historical experience.
A tourist attraction where nature and healing coexist
Ganghwa Island's natural beauty is also unmissable. The Ganghwa tidal flats and beaches are popular spots for observing migratory birds and experiencing marine life, with a variety of eco-tourism programs offered year-round. Mani Mountain is also a prime location for experiencing both history and nature through hiking and visiting the Chamseongdan Altar.
The joy of experiences and activities awaits .
Ganghwa County offers numerous tourist destinations where visitors can experience traditional culture and rural life. At the Ganghwa Traditional Market, visitors can sample and purchase local specialties like Ganghwa ginseng and Ganghwa Seokmodo seafood . At the Traditional Craft Experience Center , visitors can try their hand at making pottery and hanji (Korean paper). These programs vividly convey Korean lifestyle and traditions to international tourists.
Ganghwa County, Incheon, is a unique tourist destination where history and culture, nature and experiences, and culinary delights harmonize. With excellent accessibility from the Seoul metropolitan area, visitors can simultaneously enjoy tradition, ecology, and healing, offering international visitors a deeper and more diverse Korean experience.
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From fresh seafood caught from the mudflats to healthy Korean cuisine using Ganghwa's specialties, Ganghwa's abundant flavors add to the enjoyment of your trip. In particular, the abundance of restaurants where you can safely enjoy traditional Korean cuisine is making it an ideal destination for group tours.
Taste the treasures of the mudflats: Fresh seafood. Jinbokho
offers a variety of dishes made with Ganghwa Island's fresh seafood .
Fresh raw fish restaurant Bogwangho 2nd branch that uses freshly caught live fish , Ganghwa Haeshintang where you can enjoy a nutritious dish of haeshintang made with fresh seafood and native chicken , and Ganghwa's specialty, mackerel dish, mackerel hoe-muchim. The large roe and rich meat of mackerel are especially delicious between April and June.
Taste Ganghwa's Specialties: A Refined Korean Set Meal
Sobit , specializing in barley ribs and grilled mackerel , and Manisan Sanchae , a restaurant specializing in mountain vegetable dishes that offer healthy food without using chemical seasonings, impress foreigners with the freshness and sincerity of their ingredients.
Enjoy gourmet food in a unique atmosphere
Mediterranean Restaurant, a famous restaurant in Ganghwa Island that serves Mediterranean cuisine using fresh seafood , and Joyang Textile Cafe, a cafe that was renovated from an abandoned factory and attracts many tourists for its unique atmosphere, are also great for grabbing a bite to eat.
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both Koreans and foreigners to "famous Korean restaurants featured on TV ." For our overseas travel partners, we offer K-Food experience programs (chicken, ramen, coffee, snacks, etc.) and a multilingual guide app (Android only).
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Ganghwa County is a region of islands and peninsulas located in the northwestern part of Incheon , approximately 70km west of Seoul. It's about an hour and a half by car from the Seoul metropolitan area, or about two hours by public transportation, making it a convenient location for day trips or overnight trips .
Ganghwa County borders the West Sea, and to the north lies the Han River estuary and the DMZ. With its rich tidal flats and coastline, mountains, and plains, it offers an ideal location for experiencing history, ecotourism, and traditional culture.
Additionally, Ganghwa County is easily accessible by land via the Ganghwa Bridge and Choji Bridge, and its proximity to Incheon International Airport makes it a convenient destination for international tourists. These geographic characteristics make Ganghwa County ideal for promoting itself as a tourist destination that combines history, culture, nature, and marine experiences .
Address: Incheon Ganghwa-gun,
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