9 things to do in South Korea during the winter

ArabiaWeather.com - Ismail Ghasemi - Winter in Korea may be cold but it is known as a beautiful tourism opportunity with snow, especially since there are a lot of activities that can be done in the winter and can make your first experience of traveling to Korea more than wonderful.

Visiting parks and amusement parks

Parks like Lotte World and Everland may seem like popular places to visit only in the summer, but they also have winter activities such as Christmas shows, skiing, tubing and much more to expect.

Skiing or snowboarding

Because South Korea is a mountainous country, it is only natural that snowboarding is one of the popular hobbies and sports in addition to enjoying the natural scenery, and do not worry that you do not have equipment, as the rental service is available.

ice fishing

This may not sound like the most exciting activity but it is an experience worth doing with friends and if you can catch some fish you will find local restaurants often ready to cook.

Outdoor skating rink

You can skate all year round at the indoor skating rinks and skating rinks in Seoul, but the winter season is an opportunity to skate in its rinks in the open air and there you will feel the difference.

Attend the Sunrise Festival

Sunrise festivals take place all over Korea on January 1, as everyone looks forward to witnessing the first sunrise of the new year, so if you are looking for a new and different way to celebrate entering the new year, this is your chance.

Relax in Jemgil Bang

They are Korean-style baths, usually containing hot tubs, steam baths, and heated rooms for sleeping on the floor.

Climbing in a national park

Hiking is not only a summer activity. You can climb a Korean mountain in the winter to catch your breath and enjoy the beauty of the snow-capped peaks, but make sure it is sunny.

Romantic tour under the lights

Walking during the winter months in the streets decorated with beautiful lamps and lights usually provides couples with a romantic atmosphere, such as the way to the Namsan Tower or along the road along the Cheongcheon Stream where couples prefer to spend their time.

Visit the hot springs

South Korea is famous for its natural hot springs, which are a unique destination for tourists during the winter season. Get out of the city and join one of the many hot mineral springs that are spread around.