This video is about Day 2 of our South Korea travel series when we visited the town of sokcho for a 2d1n trip to visit the famous Seoraksan National Park and other Sokcho sights.
About Sokcho
Sokcho is a city of Gangwon-do province, lying north of the 38th parallel, which belonged to North Korea from 1945 until the end of the Korean War. Abai Maeul was originally set up as an area to house North Korean refugees in Sokcho due to the separation of the two Koreas. Today, Sokcho is more of a fishing town than a tourist hub, and it attracts domestic tourists as the main draw for their fresh raw fish and seafood.
In this video, we mainly explored Sokcho Beach, Sokcho Eye, Abai Village, Fishery Market, and Yonggeumjeong Sunrise Pavilion
Sokcho Beach
It is a popular destination for both locals and tourists, offering a picturesque coastline with white sands and crystal-clear waters. Water sports such as jet skiing and banana boat rides are available for thrill-seekers, while the promenade is perfect for leisurely walks and people-watching. The beach even provides an impressive view of Seoraksan Mountain in the distance.
Sokcho Eye
Sokcho Eye ferris wheel is a captivating way to experience the city’s beauty from above. With its towering structure, the Ferris wheel provides breathtaking panoramic views of the East Sea, the cityscape, and the surrounding natural landscapes.
Abai Village
‘Abai’ literally means ‘an aged person’ in North Korean dialect. This village got its name because many elderly people from North Korea fled to this village during the Korean War and it is now home to many people with North Korean ancestry.The one thing you need to try in Abai Village is their ojingeo sundae (squid sundae). Sundae is Korean’s traditional blood sausage, but in Abai, they have their own version, which does not include the blood! They also fry the sausage in an egg batter, making it look like some sort of Korean pancake (jeon).
Sokcho Tourist & Fishery Market
This market was formerly known as Jungang Market and is a must-visit if you are in Sokcho. Appearance-wise, the market looks similar to other markets in Seoul like Gwangjang and Namdaemun Market. However, they do sell significantly more seafood than markets in Seoul. A trip to Jungang Market is never complete until you try Sokcho’s famous dakgangjeong. Dakgangjeong is Korean deep-fried chicken coated with sweet and spicy sauce.
Yeonggeumjeong Pavilion
Yeonggeumjeong Pavilion is a serene spot that overlooks the East Sea. Photogenic scenery can be admired from the pavilion, such as the harmony of the rocky coastline against the idyllic waters. It’s an ideal place for enjoying a quiet moment, reading a book, or witnessing a beautiful sunrise.
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About us
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We are Mayur, Gayatri, and Om residing in sunny Singapore. Amongst us we have an Indian who grew up in India, a Singaporean Ceylonese who spent decade of her life in Australia and lastly our son, a true born citizen of the mixes, half Indian, half Ceylonese and very Singaporean.
Our videos mainly consist of mountain climbing trips and some solo journeys but mostly of our family of 3. We thrive with each others company on our road less travelled in our own unique style. We really love off the beaten kind of adventures, eating local food, meeting ethnic tribes, going back in time with some historical sites, and simply getting lost. Being in corporate jobs for daily survival, our dream here is to inspire people to explore this beautiful world and realize that there is more in life than just 9 to 5.
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20 апр 2024
