Destination: Incheon

Incheon is the gateway to South Korea, it is where majority of international flights coming to Korea land as it is home to Incheon International Airport, one of the best airports in the world. It is also a major seaport city and lies closest to the West Sea giving it a strategic location in terms of sea routes connecting Korea with the rest of the world.

Incheon is also loaded with places of interest that are must-see for every visitor, from islets to islands; from temples to stone statues; from dolmen sites to other historic and cultural treasures, Incheon is a place one should not miss when visiting Korea.

Wolmido Island
Getting its name due to its shape like the tail of a half moon, Wolmido Island is located about 1 kilometer away from the coast of Incheon, this once separate island is now part and connected to mainland Incheon, thanks to the construction of a new highway. A favorite weekend get-a-way for Seoulites due to its proximity to the capital, this place is beaming with cafes and seafood restaurants where you can dine while viewing the sea.


Baengnyeongdo Island
Baengnyeongdo literally means “white crane wings”. The island got its name from a legend that tells of a young man who died of love and numerous white cranes flew in and covered his body. This island is the fourteenth biggest island of Korea and is a mere 14 kilometers away from North Korea. The second oldest church in Korea, Junghwa-dong Church is located in the island. Also, the island is home to many rocks with interesting names such as, Candle Rock, Brother Rock, Elephant Rock, General Rock, and others which resembles the shapes they are named after.

Ganghwado island

The fifth largest island in Korea, the island contains many ancient artifacts, the most famous of which is the Goindol Rocks which is designated as a World’s Cultural Treasure. The Goindol graves are burial sites for the rulers of the Ganghwa Island in the Bronze Age.

Chamseongdan
Chamseongdan Altar is believed to be where Dangun (founder of Korea) is said to have offered sacrifices to the heavens. It is located on top of Mount Mani.

Jeondeungsa Temple
Originally called Jinjong-sa, the name Jeondeungsa which means “Inherited Lamp”, came about when Princess Jeonghwa donated a rare lamp to Buddha during the Goryeo Dynasty. There are ten (10) buildings inside the complex and includes a huge bell which is said to be cast in China in the 11th century.

Bomunsa Temple

Located in Seokmodo Island, it is said that this temple was built by Queen Seondok during the Silla Dynasty. The first thing that will catch your attention when you enter the site is an old Chinese juniper tree, which is said to be more than 600 years old.

China Town Palau
This is the only Chinatown in the whole of Korea and has been a popular tourist destination.

Hwadojin Park
A military camp constructed during King Kojong’s reign it is also a historical site where the Treaty on Amity and Commerce between the United States and Korea was entered into in 1882.

Have a great time in Incheon!!!