华川 (화천) is a county in 江原道。

了解

Hwacheon gun has many high mountains such as Mt. Daeseongsan, Mt. Hwaaksan, Mt. Baekamsan, etc, which its beautiful valleys flow clean and cold water to Paroho Lake and Hwacheonho Lake. This offers visitors beautiful natural scenery, along with water skiing, fishing, tenting and other leisure and tourism activities all year round. It is in close proximity to the DMZ (Korean De-Militarized Zone) with 36,000 military personnel residing in the area along with 22,000 local residents.

Hwacheon is also famous for its cultural events, most notably the Sancheoneo Ice Festival held every January. During the festival, thousands of visitors gather to enjoy ice fishing, snow sculptures, and winter sports, making it one of the most popular winter festivals in Korea. In addition, Hwacheon hosts various seasonal events that highlight its natural resources and local traditions.

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气候图（解释）
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气候

Hwacheon lies between the humid continental and subarctic climate zones, influenced by its inland location and surrounding mountains. Winters (November to April) are long, dry, and very cold, while summers are short but warm and humid due to the East Asian monsoon. Snow is common from December to March, with around 40 days of snowfall per year. Summer temperatures generally average around 27 °C (81 °F) during the day and 19 °C (66 °F) at night, but heatwaves can push daytime highs up to 32 °C (90 °F). Winter temperatures often drop below −10 °C (14 °F) at night, with daytime highs around −2 °C (28 °F).

The summer monsoon typically arrives in late June and lasts until late July, bringing heavy rain and high humidity. In contrast, autumn (September to November) is dry and clear, offering some of the best weather of the year.

Daylight in the summer runs from 05:10 to 19:45, and in the winter it is from 07:40 to 17:15.

历史

Hwacheon has a long history as part of Korea’s northern frontier region. The area was first settled during the Goguryeo Kingdom (37 BCE – 668 CE) and later became part of Unified Silla and the Goryeo Dynasty. During the Joseon Dynasty (1392 – 1910), Hwacheon was strategically important as a border area near what is now North Korea.

After Korea’s liberation in 1945, Hwacheon became part of Gangwon Province in the Republic of Korea. During the Korean War (1950 – 1953), it was the site of intense battles, including the Battle of the Punchbowl and the construction of the Hwacheon Dam, which remains one of the region’s major landmarks.

Today, Hwacheon is known for its peaceful natural environment and festivals such as the Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival, which attract thousands of visitors each winter. Despite its history of conflict, the county has transformed into a symbol of peace and nature in Korea’s northern highlands.

抵达

乘巴士

There is a bus departing from 春川 bus terminal at 20 and 50 minutes past the hour every hour. Buses start around 06:20. The last bus is at 21:20. The journey is very windy through mountain roads, valleys, lakes and rivers but is serenely beautiful and takes approximately 45–50 minutes.

Visitors can take a bus from Hwacheon Terminal to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal. The bus runs eight times a day and takes two and a half to three hours. The cost is about \13,700 for adults and \11,000

四处逛逛

乘巴士

There are two bus terminals. One intercity (services to 首尔 and Chuncheon) and one local.

The local bus terminal (5 minutes walk from the intercity terminal) is located on the main street and provides services across Hwacheon county.

The number 5 bus will take you to Lake Paroho. It departs from Hwacheon with a journey time of 10 minutes.

The bus will return from Gandong and pass Paroho.

骑自行车

There are numerous well marked and designed cycle paths that stretch the length of the Bukhangang river in the Hwacheon area.

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Peace Dam in Hwacheon

• 1 和平坝 (평화의 댐), 145-145, Bisugumi-gil, Hwacheon-eup, Hwacheon-gun, Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province, South Korea. known as Hwacheon Dam, is a large dam, completed in 2005. Bimokpark and Mulmunhall are to the left of the power plant entrance. Mulmunhall promotes the importance of water resources and has been operating a restaurant and other facilities. Biompark promotes the natural environment. (updated Sep 2025)
• 2 赵庆哲天文台 (조경철 천문대), 431, Cheonmundae-gil, Sanae-myeon, ☏ 033-818-1929NOCC. Jo Kyung-Chul Observatory features advanced telescopes that allow visitors to explore the night sky.It also hosts science programs and events to inspire interest in astronomy. (updated Sep 2025)
• 3 华川博物馆 (화천 박물관), 3337, Chunhwa-ro, Hanam-myeon. Hwacheon Museum showcases the region’s history, culture, and traditions through various artifacts and exhibitions. It offers visitors interactive programs and seasonal events to experience local heritage. (updated Sep 2025)
• 4 耙湖 (파로호), 1984, Bangcheon-ri, Gando-myeon. Lake Paroho is an artificial lake created by Hwacheon Dam in 1944. It is famous for fishing and its historical significance. (updated Sep 2025)
• 5 白岩山缆车 (백암산 케이블카), 38-5 Sangsung-ro, Hwacheon-eup, ☏ +82-33-440-2708. 9:00-13:30. Offers a scenic cable ride with wide views of Hwacheon’s lakes and surrounding mountains. Visitors appreciate the calm atmosphere and low fare, especially during autumn when the forest turns into brilliant shades of red and gold. (updated Oct 2025)
• 6 Sancheoneo咖啡博物馆 (산천어 커피 박물관), 21 Sangsung-ro 2-gil, Hwacheon-eup, ☏ +82-33-442-2544. 9:30-17:30. Features exhibits connected to the Sancheoneo Ice Festival and offers visitors a chance to taste freshly brewed coffee. A quiet and cozy spot to relax while learning about local culture. (updated Oct 2025)
• 7 本地淡水鱼生态体验中心 (토속어류 생태체험관), 366 Eoryongdong-gil, Gando-myeon, ☏ +82-33-442-7464. 9:00-17:30. An educational aquarium and experience center showcasing various freshwater fish species native to Korea. (updated Oct 2025)

活动

节日

• Jjokbae Water Festival (물의나라 화천 쪽배축제). Takes place in Hwacheon and ends at Bungeoseom island. Jjokbae is a kind of raft used in Korea and during this festival creative rafts with unique shapes decorate the lake of Bungeo seom island. There is a very famous song about a rabbit living on the moon crossing over the Milky Way by a raft. Many of the contestants have built their rafts themselves. The rules don't set any limits concerning the size or design of the rafts; they can carry more than one person - but they may not be motorized. Goods are awarded to the person who takes the victory in this competition. It is already quite famous among foreigners as well and the competition has been adapted with contestants from abroad in mind. The festival also provides various other water sports and events. Aside of the race, you can experience canoe or kayaking that are hard to experience directly and water slide flume, or enjoy some of the many culture experience spaces prepared for families such as water golf. If you come at night, performances of well known singers are available for you to appreciate music in the moonlight. Also, lovers may spend time and families are delighted with the beautiful fireworks display prepared. A honeymoon trip to Korea offers a really good culture experience. 
• Tomato Festival(토마토 축제) (on Mt. Hwaaksan). Tomato is Hwacheon's local specialty. Delightful experience programs of the tomato festival are prepared to offer a good time without spending a lot of money. For example, the tomato slide & tomato tail catching events. Spaghetti for 1,000 people is also provided during the festival. You can buy tomatoes at the festival for an inexpensive price if you want to buy fresh tomatoes of Hwacheon. When night comes, a dance contest is held and many participants come to show off their talent regardless of gender or age. Hwacheon's Tomato Festival is a place where one can feel the atmosphere of the Brazilian Rio Carnival. (updated Sep 2025)
• Sancheoneo Ice Festival(산천어 축제). A unique winter festivity that attracts over million visitors every year. Programs are organized into four major categories, themed around ice and snow. The program relates to the fresh water fishes living in mountain lakes and creeks, especially sancheoneo - a fish which can only live in the best and clearest waters. Activities include ice fishing, lure fishing, and catching fish with your bare hands. Because it usually snows much in Hwacheon, the Sancheoneo Ice Festival achieves success every time. You can feel how Hwacheon's nature is clean and beautiful. This festival offers many different activities such as snow sledding, snow bobsleighing, ice bicycles as well as experience spaces to catch Sancheoneo. Especially, the folkways playground was prepared at this festival. (updated Sep 2025)

购物

当地特产

• Sancheoneo (산천어) products– Dried or processed mountain trout, often sold during the Sancheoneo Ice Festival.
• Hwacheon makgeolli (화천 막걸리) – A locally brewed rice wine that can be found at traditional markets and local restaurants.
• Wild honey and mountain herbs (산꿀과 산나물) – Beekeepers and farmers in the area produce natural honey, wild greens, and medicinal herbs.

购物（市场）

• 1 华川市场 (화천시장), 27-16 Hari, Hwacheon-eup, ☏ +82-33-442-4013. Located inside the intercity bus terminal, the market sells local specialties and fresh regional products. (updated Oct 2025)
• 2 M Mart (M 마트), 35 Sangsung-ro, Hwacheon-eup, ☏ +82-33-442-1501. There are various products. It is located in the main street (updated Oct 2025)
• 3 Woncheon Store (원천상회), 5500 Yeongseo-ro, Hanam-myeon, ☏ +82-33-441-3620. a filming location for entertainment programs (updated Oct 2025)
• 4 Mido Hi-Mart (미도하이마트), 1152 Pohwa-ro, Sanae-myeon, ☏ +82-33-441-2240. 07:30-22:00. Fresh produce and diverse products (updated Oct 2025)
• 5 Kkokkio Sachang-ri Branch (꼬끼오 사창리점), Sanae-myeon, Hwacheon-gun, ☏ +82-33-442-8852. to be able to purchase household goods (updated Oct 2025)
• 6 武装部队福利华川超市 (국군복지단 화천마트), 25-73 Sangsung-ro 8-gil, Hwacheon-eup, ☏ +82-70-4251-4061. 10:30-19:20. It's cheap because it's a store for soldiers (updated Oct 2025)
• 7 Hanaro Mart 华川农协总店 (하나로마트 화천농협본점), 112 Sangsung-ro, Hwacheon-eup, ☏ +82-33-442-2495. 9:00-20:00. Large supermarkets run by the National Agricultural Cooperative Federation. Have many visitors (updated Oct 2025)
  

餐饮

• 1 Gangwon Namulbap Chaewon(강원나물밥 채원), 60-7 Sangsung-ro, Hwacheon-eup, ☏ +82 33-441-0514. It is a popular restaurant among visitors, as Hwacheon is famous for its mountain vegetables (san-namul). (updated Sep 2025)

• 2 Bukhangang Hoetjip(북한강 횟집), 12-10 Jungang-ro, Hwacheon-eup, ☏ +82 33-442-5750. This restaurant’s main menu features sancheoneo. The Sancheoneo Ice Festival is often held in front of the restaurant, and even without fishing, visitors can enjoy fresh trout here. (updated Sep 2025)
• 3 Sanchaegol(산채골), 54-9 Sangsung-ro, Hwacheon-eup, ☏ +82 33-442-4880. It is a popular restaurant among locals, offering a wide variety of dishes and a spacious parking area. (updated Sep 2025)
• 4 Dowon (도원), 29 Supiryeong-ro, Sanae-myeon, ☏ +82-33-441-2684. 10:00. A local restaurant known for its signature stir-fried udon, praised for rich flavor and generous portions. (updated Oct 2025)
• 5 Baegamsan Gamjatang (백암산 감자탕), 12 Jungang-ro 4-gil, Hwacheon-eup, ☏ +82-33-442-2238. 7:30. A lot of soldiers visit, and the price is rather low. (updated Oct 2025)
• 6 Byeolmichon (별미촌), 13 Sanae-ro 5-gil, Sanae-myeon, ☏ +82-50-71432-1261. 8:00. Sundae guk is the main menu, and it is popular with local residents for its good taste and comfortable mood. (updated Oct 2025)
• 7 Yongbawi Restaurant (용바위 식당), 29-2 Jungang-ro 4-gil, Hwacheon-eup, ☏ +82-50-71374-6677. Many side dishes are served (updated Oct 2025)
• 8 Hangari Butcher’s Restaurant (항아리정육식당)， 21 Jungang-ro 8-gil, Hwacheon-eup。 11:00。 一家经济实惠的烤肉店。除了烤肉，还可以吃到鳗鱼。 (2025年10月更新)
• 9 Hwacheon Yeolmu Noodles (화천열무국수)， 810 Pohwa-ro, Sanae-myeon， ☏ +82-33-441-0808。 10:00。 因其清爽的口感和实惠的价格而备受欢迎，尤其在夏季。 (2025年10月更新)
• 10 Hwacheon Kodari (화천코다리)， 33 Jungang-ro 3-gil, Hwacheon-eup。 10:00。 蒸制食物是其代表性菜肴，深受当地居民喜爱。 (2025年10月更新)

和韩国其他地方一样，这里提供各种韩式料理。Sangyeopsal（五花肉）是华川的招牌菜，遍布全城。对于不那么喜欢韩式食物的西方游客，这里有一家Lotteria快餐店、一家“Chicago”热狗店以及几家意大利和西式餐厅。所有这些都相对便宜但质量很好。

饮品

• 1 Hi Daily(하이 대이리)， 1F, 549-1 Pyeonghwa-ro, Hwacheon-eup， ☏ +82 33-442-1020。 一家时尚的咖啡馆，客人可以在这里享用香浓的茶和咖啡，以及美味的面包。 (2025年9月更新)
• 2 Chedo(체도)， 7735 Yeongseo-ro, Sangseo-myeon， ☏ +82 507-1326-1630。 参观七星天文台后顺道游览的好去处，军人常光顾。这里的咖啡味道很好。 (2025年9月更新)
• 3 Cafe Garden (카페정원)， 36 Gasoni-gil, Hwacheon-eup， ☏ +82-33-441-9500。 11:00。 提供咖啡和各种早午餐，环境舒适安静。 (2025年10月更新)
• 4 Shato Green (샤또그린)， 128 Sangsung-ro, Hwacheon-eup， ☏ +82-33-441-6999。 10:30。 当地受欢迎的咖啡馆，常被誉为华川市中心最好的咖啡馆之一。 (2025年10月更新)
• 5 Jan Art Museum Cafe (잔미술관 카페)， 131-35 Supiryeong-ro, Sanae-myeon。 10:00。 隐藏在宁静山谷中的隐秘咖啡馆和小型艺术画廊。 (2025年10月更新)
• 6 Sio (시오)， 14 Onggijeom-gil, Hwacheon-eup， ☏ +82-33-442-1925。 8:30。 以新鲜出炉的盐面包和舒适的室内装潢而闻名。 (2025年10月更新)
• 7 Ethiopia 13th Month (에티오피아 13월)， 1058-35 Yonghwasan-ro, Hanam-myeon。 11:00-21:00。 特色咖啡和手冲咖啡都很美味。 (2025年10月更新)
• 8 Cafe Sanchaek (카페산책)， 7753-1 Yeongseo-ro, Sangseo-myeon。 10:30-20:30。 位于七星天文台附近，面包和拿铁咖啡都很美味。 (2025年10月更新)
• 9 Ppangker (빵커)， 7693 Yeongseo-ro, Sangseo-myeon， ☏ +82-33-442-5579。 11:00-20:30。 他们出售各种面包，包括甜甜圈，还有各种果酱。 (2025年10月更新)

主街上有几家咖啡馆，以及一家西式酒吧（Cass and Rock），偶尔会有少量外籍人士光顾。

住宿

• 1 Hwacheon Sancheoneo Pension (화천 산천어 펜션)， Shineup-ri, Hwacheon-eup (华川邑附近)， ☏ +82 10-8747-1777， welcomejmkim@naver.com。 这家民宿（客房）建于2015年，将于2016年华川鳟鱼冰节期间对游客开放。 (2025年9月更新)
• 2 AU Pension (에이유 펜션)， 812-91, Hoeum-ro, Hwacheon-eup， ☏ 82 10-3502-5656NOCC。 它提供私人烧烤设施，非常适合家庭入住，并被美丽的风景所环绕。 (2025年9月更新)
• 3 Number 25 Hwacheon Terminal (넘버25 화천 터미널점)， 31, Jungang-ro 6-gil, Hwacheon-eup， ☏ +82 33-442-5500。 位于车站附近，交通便利，价格实惠。 (2025年9月更新)
• 4 Lotus Motel (로투스 모텔)， 6, Sangsung-ro 1-gil, Hwacheon-eup， ☏ +82 507-1470-0416。 客房舒适，停车位充足。 (2025年10月更新)
• 5 La Foret 98 (라포레98)， 119-11 Sansuhwa-ro, Hwacheon-eup， ☏ +82-50-71434-4400。 入住：15:00，退房：11:00。 适合家庭寻求安静住宿的私人养老金。提供维护良好的游泳设施和舒适的休息放松氛围。 (2025年10月更新)
• 6 632 Pension (632펜션)， 1194-31 Yonghwasan-ro, Hanam-myeon， ☏ +82-50-71409-6065。 入住：15:00，退房：11:00。 现代化的家庭式养老金，被大自然环绕，拥有干净的房间和户外休息区。 (2025年10月更新)
• 7 Sunny Side Camping 312 (써니사이드 캠핑312)， 621-6 Hwaaksan-ro, Sanae-myeon， ☏ +82-50-71348-9536。 入住：13:00，退房：11:00。 时尚的豪华露营和露营地，周围环绕着森林景色。提供干净的设施、户外烧烤区。 (2025年10月更新)
• 8 BnB Pension (비엔비 펜션)， 379-8 Pyeonghwa-ro, Hwacheon-eup。 入住：15:00，退房：11:00。 价格实惠的养老金，许多评论称赞其房间干净。 (2025年10月更新)
• 9 Montvert Resort Pension (몽베르 리조트 펜션)， 206-109 Hosu-gil, Hanam-myeon， ☏ +82-50-71347-2508。 入住：15:00，退房：11:00。 为团体客人提供卡拉OK设施。维护良好且宁静，是家庭聚会或团体聚会的不错选择。 (2025年10月更新)
• 10 Dolzip Campground (돌집야영장)， 777-9 Chunyang-ro, Gando-myeon， ☏ +82-33-442-0072。 旁边是山谷。可进行汽车露营和普通露营。 (2025年10月更新)
• 11 Apollo Observatory Pension (아폴로천문대펜션)， 79-8 Cheonmundae-gil, Sanae-myeon， ☏ +82-50-71358-7342。 入住：15:00，退房：11:00。 一家位于赵景哲天文台附近的不错的养老金。 (2025年10月更新)