Travelling Abroad: Nami Island, South Korea

South Korea is not all about the sky-high buildings, the K-Pop and the famous dramas. There are many other interesting attractions in this beautiful country, for example, its cuisines and tourism spots. One of the most famous one, besides Jeju Island is Nami Republic, or Nami Island.

Nami Island was formed as a result of the construction of Cheongpyeong Dam. It is a half moon-shaped isle, and on it, is the grave of General Nami, who led a great victory against the rebels in the 13th year of the 7th king of the Joseon Dynasty, King Sejo (reign 1455-1468).

Nami Island is 63 km away from Seoul in the direction of Chuncheon, and is famous for its beautiful tree lined roads. The island is 30 minutes away from Chuncheon and an hour away from the suburbs of Seoul. Since it is not far from Seoul, many couples and families come to visit.

A special feature of Nami Island is that there are no telephone poles. This is because all electric wires were built underground to keep the natural feeling of the landscape. The island is 553,560 square yards with chestnut trees and poplar trees throughout.

In the middle of the isle, there is a grass field about 316,320 square yards. It is composed of education and training facilities and camping sites. The island also has a swimming pool and water-sports facilities for motorboats and water skiing, as well as a theme park with a merry-go-round, shooting range, roller skating rink. Lodging facilities such as resort villas and bungalows are available for visitors to stay on the island.

This beautiful island is open for public all year around, but the recommended time to visit it are on May when spring ends and the trees are in their most beautiful and fresh state or October in autumn allowing you to see the outstanding landscape of falling red autumn leaves.

http://www.wanderingseoul.com/2013/01/south-korea-autumn-in-nami-island.

The Ferry Schedule is available at :

07:30-09:00 (Departure from Gapyeong Naru: Intervals 30 minutes)
09:00-18:00 (Intervals 10-20 minutes)
18:00-21:40 (Departure from Nami Naru to last ferry: intervals 30 minutes)

One ferry can carry approximately 20.000 men per sailing. You can also bring a car here, since there is a parking lot allowing 650 cars to fit in. It costs 4000 won for the parking fee.

Admission Fees :
General Rate: Adults 10,000 won
Discounted Rate: 8,000 won
Special Rate: 4,000 won

* Discounted rate is applicable with proper identification to:
- Middle / High school students, Persons with a disability (Level 1-3), Seniors ages 70 years and older, Foreigners (passport or alien registration card)

* Special rate is applicable to:
- Babies (ages 3) to elementary school student, Groups of infants (under ages 3 years old)
- People purchasing late admission (Dec-Mar: Ticketing after 18:10 (visitors using the ferry at 18:30) / Apr-Nov: Ticketing after 19:10 (visitors using the ferry at 19:30)

* Admission fee includes a round-ferry ticket, usage fee, and additional tax.
Free admission
A guide of a travel agency with group visitors / Babies (under 36 months) when accompanied by parents

[One year-term Admission Ticket]
Fare: 35,000 won

[Integrated Admission Ticket including Naminara Republic and Tamnara Republic]
Fare: 50,000 won

* Passport holder is able to enter Namiseom Island free of charge within the passport period.
* Issuing and inquiry:
Chuncheon Nami Tourist Information Center +82-31-580-8114
Naminara Republic Immigration Control Office +82-31-582-2186

Available Facilities
[Exhibits]
Pyeonghwarang, Yanggu White Porcelain Gallery, UNICEF Hall, Ryu Hongjuin World Folk Instrument Exhibit Hall, Yu Qing Chung Sculpture Park Happy Garden, Drama Gallery, Junghwa Art Gallery, Nami Gallery, Hoban Gallery

[Performance Halls]
UNICEF Sharing Stage, Manner Square Outdoor Stage, Water Stage (Swimming pool stage), Outdoor Music Stage, Song Museum Magic Hall, Under-stage Amphitheater, Youth Stage of Belgrade

[Small Theme Gardens]
Sujaewon Garden, Changpyeongwon Garden, Hwaseokwon Garden, Sequoia Family Garden, Namipungwon Garden, Baekpungmilwon Garden, Nami Dodamsambong, White Birch Forest, Dew Garden, Tomb of the General, Lover’s Woods, Cheongyeongwon Garden, Changgyeongwon Garden, Unchi Garden, Nakusong Royal Garden, Cheongpungwon Garden, Pitowon Garden, YMCA LiPia Garden, Hampyeong Garden

[Culture Experiences]
Handicraft Studio, Nami Eco-school, Nami Island Glass Workshop, Picture Book Playground

[Seminar Rooms]
Andersen Hall, Myeonggang Hall, Imaginary Star Paradise, Gongsimwon

[Restaurants]
Nami Island Hua Jia Won, Huyusona, Peace Room, Café Amuse, Di Matteo, Gomok, Seomhyanggi, Yeonga, General’s Rest Area, Coffee Gongbang, Eco Café Hobansae, Bamnamu Tteokbokki, Sun and Moon Live Café

[Others]
Muslim prayer room, Nursing room, ATM, money exchanging place

Facility Utilization Fees
[Zipwire]
Fare: 38,000 won
Operating hours: April - October 09:00-19:00 / November - March 09:00-18:00
* Operation may be discontinued in the case of snow, rain, or strong winds
* Inquires: +82-31-582-8091

[UNICEF Train]
One-way: 3,000 won (Boarding platform: Seonchakjang Station / Jungang Station)

[Bike]
One-person: 4,000 won (30 min) / 7,000 won (1 hr)
Two-persons: 8,000 won (30 min) / 14,000 won (1hr)
Electronic bicycle: 10,000 won (30 min) / 18,000 won (1 hr)
Sky bike: 2,000 won (elementary school students and younger) / 3,000 won (middle school students or older)
* Boarding site: Bike Center (Inquiry: +82-31-582-0144, +82-31-582-8292)

[Electronic car tour]
5,000 won (20-30 mins)
* Boarding site: Across the Naminaru Tourism Organization

[Motor boat tour]
40,000 won (5 seats per boat)
* Inquiry: +82-31-581-9991

After looking at all the traveling information above, now enjoy some of the photos of Nami Island.

nami island autumn