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Living in Taiwan, where snow is rare, many people head to places like Korea and Japan in winter to experience the silver-white snowy world. When traveling to Korea in winter, besides enjoying the snow and skiing, there are also plenty of fun ice and snow activities, dazzling light displays, and winter-limited strawberry season experiences. Below are 4 must-do winter activities in Korea—start planning your winter trip now!
Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Fishing Festival (Photo / Korea Tourism Organization, the same below)
When it comes to representative winter festivals in Korea, the “Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Fishing Festival” is a must-mention. Located in Hwacheon, Gangwon Province, this festival not only offers the highly recommended “ice fishing” experience but also includes thrilling activities like sledding down a 40-meter-high slope, flower-patterned ice skating, as well as exciting winter sports you can’t try in Taiwan such as ice football and curling. For those who aren’t afraid of the cold, you can even try catching sancheoneo (mountain trout) with your bare hands—it’s freezing but so much fun!
Pyeongchang Trout Festival
In addition, another Korean winter festival is the “Pyeongchang Trout Festival,” featuring ice fishing for trout, traditional winter folk activities, snow tubing, and sledding trains. These are all highlights of the festival, offering fun for both adults and children.
Chongpyeong Arboretum Starlight Garden Exhibition
Beyond snow activities, visiting Chongpyeong Arboretum—a filming location for many Korean dramas—at night to admire the sparkling starlight decorations is another great option. Every winter, the arboretum sets up an outdoor starlight garden exhibition covering about 100,000 pyeong, illuminated by eco-friendly LED lights that create a dreamy, unforgettable landscape. Strolling through the glowing park sends your romance meter soaring!
Meanwhile, in Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi Province, the Yangpyeong Strawberry Experience Festival is held every winter and spring. Visitors can pick strawberries and take part in various rural experience programs. The freshly picked strawberries can also be used on-site to make strawberry dishes and enjoy traditional rural cuisine, making it a richly cultural and winter-fun event. Next time you visit Korea in winter, don’t forget to include these must-do experiences in your itinerary!
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Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Fishing Festival
Duration: January 5–January 27, 2019
Pyeongchang Trout Festival
Duration: December 22, 2018–January 27, 2019
Chongpyeong Arboretum Starlight Garden Exhibition
Duration: December 5, 2018–March 24, 2019
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