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  • 52 Pickup Family Edition,  Education,  Gyeonggi-do Adventures,  Korean Travel Itineraries: 52 Weeks of Fun,  Outdoor Activities,  Things to Do Across Korea

    Yongin Korean Folk Village Itinerary

    September 7, 2022 /

    Korea has a plethora of folk villages where you can learn about Korean history during different eras. Take a day for this Yongin Korean Folk Village itinerary and enjoy all the expansive, family-friendly park has to offer. Also, this particularly itinerary happens all in one place! About Folk Villages In South Korea Korea has many different types of folk villages across the country. Folk villages provide a way for Korean citizens, residents, and tourists to learn more about Korean culture. Each folk village may focus on one particular historical time…

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    Best of Pyeongtaek Poll 2021 Winners

    January 11, 2022 /

    What is the South of Seoul Best of Pyeongtaek Poll? South of Seoul is proud to host the 5th Annual Best of Pyeongtaek Poll in celebration of our delicious and delightful community. The South of Seoul volunteer organization has supported ex-pats living outside of Seoul since 2015. The South of Seoul (SOS) volunteers and manage multiple Facebook groups, the South of Seoul Facebook page, South of Seoul blog, and South of Seoul smartphone app. In 2021 the South of Seoul volunteers also launched the SOS Public Health which researches and distributes information to…

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    Anseong Farmland Day Trip Itinerary

    October 19, 2021 /

    About Anseong Farmland Anseong Farmland celebrates agricultural life in South Korea. They have fields of wildflowers, a petting zoo, events, activities, and a relaxing atmosphere. This is Korean countryside destination a very low-key day trip that lets you relax and enjoy a mellow and relaxing day. Check out this video by Anseong Farmland celebrates agricultural life in South Korea. They have fields of wildflowers, a petting zoo, events, activities, and a relaxing atmosphere. This is Korean countryside destination a very low-key day trip that lets you relax and enjoy a…

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    Pick Your Own Fruit Near Pyeongtaek

    September 24, 2021 /

    Want to learn more about the local farming culture? Visiting local farms is the perfect way to connect with your new home. About picking your own fruit in near Pyeongtaek, South Korea South Koreans love to visit farms with friends and families to pick their own fruit. Some farms charge an entry fee per person and then by the weight of fruit that you pick, while other farms may only charge for the weight of fruit you pick. Many even offer “all-you-can-eat” fruit while you pick fruit to go home.…

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  • Holidays In Korea,  September in South Korea,  SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall

    Planning Things to Do for Chuseok

    September 15, 2021 /

    Types of Activities to Consider During the Holiday Chuseok is a great time to get outside! The weather is often gorgeous since the summer heat has faded and a cool breeze often blows across the rice paddies. Since restaurants in the area you are interested in might be closed, it is a great time to plan a picnic! Also join the Pyeongtaek Food and Fun Facebook group to find out more information about what is happening in the area. 7 Things to Do in or Near Pyeongtaek Over Chuseok Visit…

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  • Holidays In Korea,  Pyeongtaek Neighborhoods,  September in South Korea,  SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall

    Best Pyeongtaek Neighborhoods for Chuseok

    September 15, 2021 /

    Visit Pyeongtaek during Chuseok and eat all the delicious international food without the crowds or giant price tags. Where to Visit in Pyeongtaek During Chuseok International residents living in Pyeongtaek have far more options over the Chuseok holiday than other areas of South Korea. Due to the presence of two US Military Bases, Camp Humphreys Army base and Osan Air Force Base, a few neighborhoods in Pyeongtaek-si remain open throughout the holiday week. Does this mean every business in Pyeongtaek remains open during Chuseok? It does not, but more places…

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    Date or Family Itinerary near Pyeongtaek, South Korea: Asan Rail Bikes

    July 13, 2021 /

    Relaxing on with friends while riding a rail bike in Asan.

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    Suwon Fortress and Chicken Street Date Day

    June 25, 2021 /

    What to do: Day Visiting Suwon Fortress from Pyeongtaek Hwaseong Fortress covers a large area in Suwon, South Korea. We decided to head up to the area from the Osan Air Force base area of Pyeongtaek to see some of the Suwon fortress that we missed the first time we visited. We parked in the area by Janganum Gate (Also Romanized as Changnyongmun Gate).  After parking, we purchased tickets for the trolley around the city. The trolley costs around 4,000 won per person and if you bring headphones, you are…

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    Fall Flowers around Pyeongtaek

    September 26, 2019 /

    Looking for the beautiful fall flowers around the Pyeongtaek area? With the temperatures cooling off, it is a great time to get outside and see some of the beauty of Pyeongtaek. Although there are many locations where you can view the beautiful fall flowers and colors, these are a few of my favorite places. Where is Pyeongtaek? Feel free to skip this section if you live in Pyeongtaek or know about the area. Pyeongtaek-si is located in the southern portion of the Gyeonggi-do province. This large city includes both US…

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    5 Temples in or near Pyeongtaek

    August 16, 2019 /

    By: Angela Alvis, South of Seoul volunteer  While there is an abundance of temples in Korea, some of the oldest and most unique temples are located in the mountains and countryside. We are fortunate to have so many in and near Pyeongtaek! Abouth Korean Temples Korean temples are welcoming to all visitors – Buddhists and non-Buddhists, locals and foreigners. Devout Buddhists go to temples to pray or meditate, those not practicing Buddhism visit Korean temples to appreciate their history, traditional architecture, and acclaimed statues, paintings, and other artifacts. Other people…

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