[2025 Gapyeong-gun Attraction] Travel Guide for Jara Island (Updated Mar)
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Turtle Island is located in Daljeon-ri, Gapyeong-eup, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do. In 1943, when the Cheongpyeong Reservoir was built, the straight-line distance between Turtle Island and Nami Island on the Bukhan River was about 800 meters. In Turtle Island, which consists of four islands: East Island, West Island, Naka Island, and South Island, leisure and ecological park facilities are also under construction.
Gapyeong Jarasum is a popular destination offering various attractions and activities, with the Namdo Flower Garden and Ihwawon being particularly famous.
Located in Namdo on Jarasum, this flower garden delights visitors with a variety of blooming flowers each season.
It operates daily from 8 AM to 6 PM, and the entrance fee is 7,000 KRW. Visitors receive a 5,000 KRW Gapyeong Love Gift Certificate upon entry, reducing the actual cost. Parking is free.
Ihwawon
Located in Seodo on Jarasum, **Ihwawon (二和園)** is a greenhouse botanical garden meaning 'a garden where two different entities harmonize.' It consists of two greenhouses, the Oriental Hall and the Western Hall, showcasing a variety of plants from both the East and the West throughout the year.
As an indoor facility, Ihwawon can be visited even on rainy days, making it a weather-proof attraction. Free parking is available at the dedicated parking lot in front of the Ihwawon entrance.
We recommend visiting both the Namdo Flower Garden, which offers different charms each season, and Ihwawon, where you can enjoy a variety of plants, when you go to Jarasum.
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Jarasum Island Charm: Nature's Harmony
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Gapyeong's Jarasum Island shines beyond its jazz festival fame. Named after the soft-shelled turtle-shaped hill ("Jara" in Korean), this haven boasts stunning landscapes. Diverse plant checkpoints, including sunflowers, mini golden flowers and pine trees, dot the island.
Lush forests, vibrant flora and serene waters create a tranquil atmosphere. Hiking trails invite exploration. Coronavirus may have cancelled the jazz festival, but Jarasum's natural beauty remains untouched.
Jarasum Island is a must-visit for nature lovers and those seeking serenity. Its unique geography and abundant ecological diversity make it a hidden gem.
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Lovely Jaraseom Flower Garden
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Discover Gapyeong's breathtaking Jaraseom Island, where vibrant flowers meet serene natural beauty. Stroll through Jaraseom Autumn Flower Garden, surrounded by blooming skyflowers, chrysanthemums and zinnias. Gujeolcho and pink muhly add a pop of color.
Jaraseom Namdo Flower Garden's diverse blooms create a picturesque autumn atmosphere, perfect for photography. Unwind amidst nature's splendor, finding peace and stress relief.
Taking a walk around Jaraseom Island for an unforgettable floral escape.
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Gapyeong Free Tourist Attractions
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Personally, I chose Gapyeong Jaraseom as the place that would be the best precious travel destination in 2023 after thinking about a place that would be suitable for the wish event.
The biggest reason I chose it as the best travel destination in 2023 is that it is a place that will be remembered for a long time enough to think about visiting again.
This is because while many tourist attractions in Gapyeong are places with a price range, Jaraseom is free.