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Hwangtae is the Korean name for Alaska pollack, and Yongdae-ri is renowned for the tradition of drying these fishes on deokjang (traditional air-drying racks) by the batches outside their homes. Using the cold climate, the fishes undergo a natural freeze-drying process which gives them a chewy texture. It is no doubt the restaurants in this area specialize in all things pollack.
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매바위 인공폭포
An artificial waterfall in Yongdae-ri that falls over a tall mountain rock, giving a majestic impression. In summer, people come here to cool down; in winter it freezes over, and ice climbing enthusiasts come here to train themselves.
백담사
A historic temple that serves as a gateway to the Inner Seoraksan area. It is famous for the thousands of small stone towers (pagodas) built by visitors in the surrounding stream. The shuttle bus ride from the village to the temple offers a thrilling view of the rugged Baekdam Valley.
한계령 휴게소
A high mountain pass on the boundary between Inje and Yangyang. The observatory at the rest area provides one of the most iconic panoramic views of the jagged peaks of Seoraksan National Park. It is a legendary spot for driving enthusiasts and photographers alike.
공립 인제 내설악 미술관
Public Naeseorak Art Museum is a public art museum where artists who build their homes in Gyejeong-ri, Buk-myeon, Inje-gun or work in a workshop in Gyejeong-ri exhibit paintings born in the artist village. It fosters artists' active creative activities to create opportunities for local residents and tourists to experience creative works of culture and art and to inspire artists' creative enthusiasm to enhance the image of Inje, the home of culture and art.
곰배령
A mountain 1,164m above sea level. Average 3 hours to scale the mountain. There are well-built wooden paths for most parts. Due to the abundance of wild, rare flowers on a high altitude, it has earned the nickname of 'garden in the sky'. Different flowers blossom in different seasons other than winter: expect azaleas in spring, water lilies in summer, and mugworts in autumn. To protect the natural environment of this area, the authorities have limited visitors to 450 per day, 5 days per week for 8 months per year, as such advance reservations are required and can be made on the website (provided in the hyperlink; only in Korean).
인제산촌민속박물관
Another museum beside Park In-hwan Literary Museum. Exhibitions mainly focus on the lifestyle of the villages in the mountains as well as agricultural history. There are farming tools, taxidermy of local animals, food models of local cuisine, and so on. Information boards mainly in Korean. Cool to check out both museums if you have some downtime in the town center.