On the fifth day of our South Korean adventure in April 2024, we set out to explore Nami Island, a picturesque destination renowned for its natural beauty and cultural significance.

Day 5 – Travel Memories in Chuncheon, South Korea

Afternoon visit to Nami Island

Lunch at Nami Island

A long walk around Nami Island

In the evening back in Seoul

Indian dinner at “Gurkha” in Myeongdong Street

Journey to Nami Island

We began our day with a scenic drive from Seoul to Nami Island, located in Chuncheon, Gangwon Province. The island, shaped like a half-moon, was formed when the North Han River was dammed in 1944, creating a serene retreat just a short distance from the city.

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On the fifth day of our South Korean adventure in April 2024, we embarked on a journey to the Garden of Morning Calm, a botanical haven nestled in Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do.

Day 5 – Travel Memories in Gapyeong-gun, South Korea

Guided tour of Nami Island

Early morning breakfast at the Garden of Morning Calm

A long walk around Garden of Morning Calm

Then afternoon visit to Nami Island

Morning at the Garden of Morning Calm

We began our day with an early morning visit to the Garden of Morning Calm, renowned for its meticulously curated landscapes and diverse plant species. The garden’s design emphasizes curves, spaces, and asymmetric balance, reflecting Korea’s unique beauty and cultural heritage.

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On the fourth day of our South Korean adventure in April 2024, we embarked on a journey to the Demilitarized Zone (dmz paju) in Paju-si, a region that stands as a poignant reminder of the Korean Peninsula’s complex history. Our visit to the dmz paju was both enlightening and emotional.

Day 4 – Travel Memories in Paju-si, South Korea

Half-day-guided tour to DMZ

Visit the Odusan Unification Tower near the North Korean border

Breakfast at Odusan Unification Tower cafe

Visited the old Prime Minister House near DMZ

A long walk around DMZ

Taken Korean lunch in Seoul with Korean drink soju

In the evening, we visited Starfield Library

Dinner at Gangnam Street

Behind Us is the North Korean Border

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