Gangwon · 횡성군
Hoengseong: what to see and do
A highland county famous for beef, with a dark-sky village and a quiet forest.
Known for
- Hoengseong hanu, a premium Korean beef sold in town
- Cheonmuninmaeul, a stargazing village on a ridge
- Cheongtaesan Natural Recreation Forest
What to do
Eat hanu beef in Hoengseong town, then walk in the Cheongtaesan forest. If the sky is clear, stay for the stars at Cheonmuninmaeul.
Tip: Stargazing needs a clear night and a car, since the village sits high in the hills.
From Seoul: KTX or bus, about 1 h 30
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