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NAMI ISLAND: The Republic of Love


Starting the day on a bus ride going to then a boat going to Namiseom Island. It is 63 km far from Seoul toward Chuncheon, and is well known for its excellent tree lined streets. The island is 30 minutes from Chuncheon and a hour from suburbia of Seoul. Since it is not a long way from Seoul, numerous couples and families come to visit this wonderful place.


Namiseom Island was formed as a consequence of the development of Cheongpyeong Dam. It is a half moon-molded isle, and on it is the grave of General Nami, who drove an extraordinary triumph against the dissidents in the thirteenth year of the seventh lord of the Joseon Dynasty, King Sejo (rule 1455-1468).

Lately this was a venue for the APEC in korea held last year 2013 for the presidents and prime minsiters of ASEAN countries that koreans welcome their guests here.

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