The first sunrise of the New Year on the East Coast
- Date of Visit2025.01.01Time Spent24 hours
- AreaGangwon-doExpensesKRW(₩) 3,000
If the weather is expected to be cold, take hot packs (warmers) with you
TRAIN, CAR
A trip to Korea's East Coast turned out to be a true adventure filled with vibrant impressions and new discoveries🚆✨ The cultural special train was the beginning of the celebration. Onboard, we enjoyed entertainment and games, and together we counted down to the New Year. The return journey was just as memorable, thanks to a radio show where passengers could participate, share their stories, and impressions. Outside the train windows, breathtaking winter landscapes unfolded. Welcoming the sunrise in Samcheok was a special experience. We greeted the new day and then enjoyed a traditional New Year’s soup with tteok and dumplings. This moment symbolized renewal and new beginnings🍜🌅 Next on the itinerary was a hot spring sauna. Steam rooms of various temperatures and hot pools helped us relax after the journey and unwind. It was the perfect way to rejuvenate after an early morning 💦🔥 Afterward, we visited a seafood market, where the fresh and diverse selection of seafood was a delight🦀🐙 Here, we could try something unique or simply soak in the vibrant local atmosphere. The day concluded with a visit to a theme park featuring observation decks with breathtaking views of the sea. Walking through these spots brought us closer to nature and left us inspired by the stunning panoramas🌊👹 Every moment of this trip was filled with the spirit of celebration and warmth. Korea's East Coast is the perfect place for a reset, creating vivid memories, and experiencing the first sunrise of the New Year.
A small seaside town, Donghae (동해), on Korea's East Coast 🌊 Mukho (묵호) is a district in Donghae (동해). It used to be an independent port city but was later merged with Donghae. 🚆 It takes just 2.5 hours from Seoul by KTX, making it a perfect option for a day trip. Things to do in Mukho: ✔️ Visit the seafood market 🐡🐙🦀🦐🦑🐚 ✔️ Explore the theme park featuring the dokkaebi (도깨비), a character from Korean folklore 👹 ✔️ Enjoy the scenic ocean views from observation decks 🌊 ✔️ Stroll through the mural village 🖼👩🏻🎨 📍Dojjaebigol Sky Valley 도째비골 스카이밸리 🎫 3 000 ₩