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No. 2886 · South Korea · East Asia

Gapyeong

37.83°N 127.51°E

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Overview

Gapyeong is a small town of 20,000 people in Gyeonggi-do province, South Korea, famous for pine nuts (잣) and Nami Island (남이섬). The area is very mountainous, making it ideal for hiking and mountain biking.

Day Trips · Festivals · Nature · Nightlife · Trekking

Before you go

Festivals

The Jarasum International Jazz Festival takes place early to mid-October with 3-day passes available for ₩10,000.

Money

South Korean Won (₩) is the local currency. Credit cards are widely accepted at hotels, restaurants, and shops.

Transport

Gapyeong train station is a short walk or ₩3,000 taxi ride from the town center. Exit 1 is the only exit.

Weather

Winter visits to Eobi Valley are popular January-February when the frozen waterfall creates spectacular scenery.

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