Nami Island

On the way back, we stopped by at the Nami Island near ChunCheon.  This area has lots of lakes and is famous for water sports.  

Naminara Republic - Nami Island

Namisum is a tiny half-moon shaped island located in Chuncheon,Gangwon Province. It was formed in 1944 with the flooding of the land cause by the construction of the Cheongpyeong Dam was built. The island is named after General Nami, who died at the age of 28 after being falsely accused of treason during the reign of King Sejo, the seventh king of the Joseon Dynasty. 

Attractions:
1. Namisum offers a bike center, an electric car tour and a swimming pool. 

2. A recycling center, environment (protection) school and green store express the population's commitment to environmental protection and awareness. 

3. The island's Metasequoia path, a forest path surrounded by white birches and Korean white pines, was one of the locations used during the filming of a "Winter Sonata", a Korean drama that was part of the 'Korean Wave', the international popularity of Korean arts and entertainment. 

4. The International Book Festival, supported by KBBY is held here, as is YoPeFe where teenagers from different countries share their traditional dance and songs. INDIFEST is held every year around 1 March to celebrate the "Republic's" Indepence.

Ferry to the island

Nice walking trail with lots of trees...

Nami island has ostrich walking around the park..

Famous - Chuncheon Dakgalbi for dinner- Spicy chicken with vegetables.