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The Korean word 인생샷 (insaeng shot - literally “life shot”) is a buzzword that means ”the shot in my life where I look the best”. Many Koreans put in a lot of effort to get the perfect picture.
And we can understand them. We also want to document our experience when we find ourselves in a beautiful and magical place.
We have listed some of the hottest places in Korea where you can take your insaeng shot!
Pocheon Art Valley
포천 아트밸리
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Pocheon is one of the cities in Gyeonggi province which surrounds Seoul and Incheon.
The Art Valley, hugely popular among Koreans, was in the past the place of a granite quarry, and what was mined there was called Pocheon Stone.
This place was also used as a setting for the K-drama The Legend of the Blue Sea.
The area has now been transformed to a beautiful park, and you’d be pressed to find any trace of the quarry.
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Going there, you find yourself absorbing this magic scenery in silent awe.
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These rocks have seen a lot throughout the years. It’s quite breathtaking.
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It is said that the sturdy and beautiful stones mined from the old quarry were used when building the President’s Blue House, the National Diet Building, Incheon Airport and many other buildings in Korea!
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These characters will meet you when you arrive.
To make things better, there is also a cable car and the Astronomical Science Museum to enjoy here!
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You can get here by public transport, but you would have to change a couple of times. If possible, car or taxi would be the more convenient options.
Railway infrastructure construction to Pocheon is current on-going, and in the future it will be possible to get here by train.
If you chose to come her via taxi, grabbing one from Seoul Metro Line 4 end station Danggogae would likely be the fastest option, taking approximately 40 minutes.
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Address:
경기 포천시 신북면 아트밸리로 234
234 Artvalley-ro, Sinbuk-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
Hours:
Weekdays: 09:00-19:00
Last entrance 18:00
Saturdays and Sundays: 09:00-22:00
Last entrance 20:00
Closed first Sunday of every month.
Admission Fees:
Adults: 5,000 won
Teenagers and Military: 3,000 won
Children: 1,500 won
Transportation:
By bus: Seoul Metro Line 4 station Danggogae → Seoul Metro Line 1 Uijeongbu Station 1 → Bus line no 138 or 138-5 to Pocheon Art Valley stop → 25 minutes walk (total time about 2.5 hours)
Miryang Wiyang Pond
밀양 위양지
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Miryang is famous for giving birth to the Miryang Arirang, one of the three most famous versions of the Korean folk song. It also has a number of historical remains.
Located in the southern part of Korea, it is ideal for a day-trip from Busan!
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The reason why many Koreans visit Miryang these days is the Wiyang Pond, a place ideal for taking the picture of your life!
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This tree offers a place to sit and dangle your legs over the water surface, and many Koreans line up here to take a picture.
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The place was used as a setting for the K-drama Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo, and the popular drama has been a contributing factor to its rising popularity.
The pond is said to have been constructed sometime between Unified Silla and the Goryeo Dynasty (700-1300).
Why not head out to find places from the drama for a memorable picture?
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Surrounded by beautiful nature wherever you look, you’ll find yourself not wanting to leave the place.
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And what’s more, a 40 minutes drive from the Wiyang Pond, you find the Miryang dam which is another hot spot for photographers!
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On the way to Miryang Dam from Busan, you can find this famous rock.
However, even Koreans have troubles finding the exact spot, so it might be a good idea to have a knowledgeable Korean do the driving, or ask a local taxi driver to take you there.
Address:
경남 밀양시 부북면 위양리
Wiyang-ri, Bubuk-myeon, Miryang-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
Transportation:
From Busan: Take the KTX from Gupo to Miryang Station (around 8,400 won) → Walk to Miryang Station Bus Stop → Get on Orange Bus 4 (대항 4) and get off at 영포 정류장 (Yeongpo Stop - 20 stops /42 minutes ) → Walk straight for 10 minutes (total time approximately 80 minutes)
Goseong Sangjokam
고성 상죽암
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Sangjokam, located in Goseong County, is close to Busan just like Mirang. Here you find a rocky coastal terrace, created by the waves of the sea, where you can get some stunning pictures.
The park was named from the sedimentary rock formations which look like table legs (sangjok).
You can find footprints from dinosaurs Sangjokam when walking along the rock terrace! These footprints were declared a Korean Natural Monument (no. 411) in 1999.
As you can see from the pictures, the sea waves can reach your feet during high tide, so make sure to wear clothes that you don’t mind getting wet.
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Address:
경남 고성군 하이면 덕명5길 42-23
42-23, Deokmyeong 5-gil, Hi-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
In this article we have presented some beautiful places where Koreans gather to take that very special photo that might turn out to be the shot of their lives.
Some of the places are located a bit off the beaten track, with less than ideal access, but if you have the chance to go, then get your camera ready!
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