Hwaam Cave (화암동굴)

Hwaam Cave is a captivating underground world located in Jeongseon County, South Korea. This natural wonder offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore a vast network of caves and tunnels, formed over millions of years by the slow erosion of limestone. The cave’s intricate formations, including stalactites, stalagmites, and flowstones, create a mesmerizing and otherworldly atmosphere.

Originally discovered during gold mining operations in the early 20th century, Hwaam Cave has a fascinating history. Visitors can learn about the region’s mining past and the geological processes that shaped the cave. The cave’s pathways wind through a series of chambers, each with its own unique features and stories. Highlights include the impressive “Flowstone Fall,” one of the largest in Asia, and the “Dream Garden,” a section of the cave adorned with colorful lights and sound effects.

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mikyong Han
mikyong Han
04:30 21 Oct 24
It's just like that. The cave is decorated with fairy tales that children will enjoy.
HG KWON
HG KWON
09:56 18 Oct 24
민성준
민성준
06:19 11 Oct 24
사는방법하,늘
사는방법하,늘
10:28 10 Oct 24
It is quite long, there is a lot to see, and there are many steep stairs, so it would be a good idea to bring gloves.Regardless of the season, prepare thick clothes.
최광현
최광현
22:35 07 Oct 24
Kevin Ko
Kevin Ko
14:23 15 Sep 24
This cave was developed from an abandoned gold mine in Jeongseon, Gangwon-do, into a tourist destination.When going up to the cave entrance, take the monorail orYou can go up on foot, and when you come down, you can just walk from the exit.The viewing time seems to take at least an hour even if you walk quickly.Looking at the history and information related to gold,It's nice to be able to enjoy a summer vacation.Enjoy media art in the dreamy garden,In natural caves, nature createdMy jaw dropped at the work of art.If you travel to Jeongseon, please visit first.This is a place worth recommending.
jungyul Park
jungyul Park
22:05 19 Aug 24
I stopped by somewhere else in Suwon on August 15th.Last admission was at 16:30, so hurry up.Even if you look around quickly, it will take at least an hour, so I recommend taking that into consideration.And there is a ride to the entrance.Be sure to ride it in the summerYou can walk up for about 20 minutes.It's very hot and I sweat a lotIt's cool inside, but it's getting colder as time goes by...If you are prone to cold, bring a thin windbreaker.Also, the entrance and exit are different, so you can go from inside to the basement by stairs.You have to go down for a while, so if you have trouble with stairs, please refer to thisOverall, it's worth a look and good~
송지섭
송지섭
16:58 11 Jun 23
Hi, I'm a local here. Hwaam Cave is one of the greatest places to visit in Jeongseon. It is a nature landscape famous for its big cave. I think the admission fee is reasonable. It takes about 4,000 to 7,000 won. When it comes to reservation, you don't have to make a reservation in advance. I recommend this place especially for families. To go to Hwaam Cave , it is better to take a bus than taxi. If you use bus, it takes 120 minutes from Gohan police substation. Also, it takes about 4,000 won for the service. The nearby restaurant you can go is 'Ssangbongkuri Restaurant'. It is korean traditional restaurant. In this restaurant you can try 'Rice with thistle', 'spicy sausage stew' and 'boiled chicken'. I recommend 'Rice with thistle'. It's tasty and not-spicy. It takes around 9,000 won for 1 serving. It'swalkable from Hwaam Cave. If I were you, I would go to Hwaam Cave in June, because you can best enjoy Hwaam Cave in summer. The weather in summer is nice. It's moderate and sunny, but there can be a shower. If you go to Hwaam Cave, you can enjoy it regardless of the season, and you can experience horror in summer. In addition, if you go to Hwaam Cave in any season, you should be careful because it is cold and slippery inside.
Ramlan Haron
Ramlan Haron
10:35 20 Dec 22
There are quite a few staircase to climb n descent.
Catherine Rose
Catherine Rose
08:38 07 Dec 22
The large "room" toward the end of the exhibit was impressive! They had a lot of extras added in for entertainment as well.
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