80th Anniversary of Liberation Day Special: The 8·15 Independence Train
To celebrate the 80th anniversary of Liberation Day, Korail Tourism Development presents the '8·15 Independence Train'!
Liberation Day comes every year, but this year, as we mark its 80th anniversary, why not spend it on a 'journey' that allows you to directly experience the meaning of Liberation Day?
It will be much more memorable than just letting it pass by!
Hop aboard a train heading towards historical sites, learn about the past, and reflect on the present. Create a special day!
What is the '8·15 Independence Train'?
It's a history-themed train travel package departing from major metropolitan area stations and heading to various regions nationwide.
✨ A special, exclusive trip operating only on Liberation Day
🚆 Travel by various trains, including KTX, SRT, Mugunghwa-ho, and S-train
🗓️ Choose between a day trip or a 1-night, 2-day trip
🎁 Commemorative Taegeukgi (Korean flag) badge provided for all courses
Where do we go? (Introduction to major courses)
A total of 9 courses are available, and we will introduce them to you gradually through several posts!
1️⃣ A trip to the city of patriotism and forests: Miryang and Cheongdo (1 night, 2 days)
■ (Day 1) [KTX] Depart from Seoul Station at 09:04 ~ (via Gwangmyeong, Cheonan-Asan, Daejeon) Arrive at Miryang Station at 11:32 / [SRT] Depart from Suseo Station at 12:04 ~ (via Dongtan, Pyeongtaek-Jije) Arrive at Miryang Station at 14:33 → Miryang Arirang Market (*SRT course does not include the market) → Memorial Hall of Patriots → Pyochungsa Temple → Overnight stay at National Cheongdo Forest Welfare Center
■ (Day 2) National Cheongdo Forest Welfare Center experience program → Unmunsa Temple → Cheongdo Rail Bike → [KTX] Depart from Dongdaegu Station at 16:31 ~ (via Daejeon, Cheonan-Asan, Gwangmyeong) Arrive at Seoul Station at 18:22 / [SRT] Depart from Dongdaegu Station at 16:52 ~ (via Daejeon, Cheonan-Asan, Pyeongtaek-Jije, Dongtan) Arrive at Suseo Station at 18:48
■ Included: Round-trip train fare, connecting transportation, admission to tourist attractions (Memorial Hall of Patriots), accommodation and experience at National Cheongdo Forest Welfare Center (organic pillow making), Cheongdo Rail Bike ticket, 3 meals
■ Price (per person): From 199,000 won
2️⃣ Back to the 1930s Gunsan Time Slip... Gunsan Time Travel, a city of memories on the road to liberation (day trip)
Walk through alleys that still hold traces of history, including the Anti-Japanese Independence Movement Memorial Hall and the Modern History and Culture Street.
■ Depart from Seoul Station at 08:04 ~ (via Yeongdeungpo, Suwon, Cheonan) Arrive at Iksan Station at 11:02 → Iksan Anti-Japanese Independence Movement Memorial Hall → Explore Gunsan Culture and History Street (free tour) → Depart from Iksan Station at 19:19 ~ (via Cheonan, Suwon, Yeongdeungpo) Arrive at Seoul Station at 22:15
■ Included: Round-trip train fare, connecting transportation, 1 meal
■ Price (per person): 119,000 won
How to book?
Korail Tourism Development Travel Mall
Click the 'Independence Train' image on the main page of the website!
It may sell out quickly, so hurry!
A word from the CEO
"This 'Independence Train,' prepared to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Liberation Day, will be an opportunity to reflect on the historical significance while traveling and to connect with the local community." "As it is a special product departing only on Liberation Day, we hope that many people will participate and cherish the meaning of Liberation Day through this journey."
In conclusion
If you're wondering where to go this Liberation Day, we recommend this trip where you can walk along memory lane and share the meaning together.
Not too light, but not too burdensome!
Join us on the '8·15 Independence Train.'
We will introduce the remaining courses gradually through additional posts!
Source :https://blog.naver.com/goodandfun/223953490971
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