80th Anniversary of Liberation Day Special: The August 15th Independence Train

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80th Anniversary of Liberation Day Special: The August 15th Independence Train

Every year, we celebrate Liberation Day!

This year marks the 80th anniversary, so why not

spend it with a 'trip' that allows you to directly experience the meaning of Liberation Day?

It will be much more memorable than just letting it pass by!

To commemorate the 80th anniversary of Liberation, Korea Rail Tourism Development has prepared the 'August 15th Independence Train'.

Travel by train to historical sites, learn about the past, and reflect on the present.

Create a special day!

What is the 'August 15th Independence Train'?

It's a history-themed train travel package departing from major metropolitan area stations and heading to various regions nationwide.

✨ Special exclusive trip operating only on Liberation Day

🚆 Travel on various trains such as KTX, SRT, Mugunghwa, and S-train

🗓️ Choose between a day trip or a 1-night, 2-day trip

🇰🇷 Complimentary commemorative Taegeukgi (Korean flag) badge for all courses

📍 Where do we go? (Introduction to major courses)

A total of 9 courses are available.

We've been introducing them gradually through several posts, and today is the last one.

6️⃣ Embracing the Meaning of Liberation on August 15th: Chuncheon Day Trip

☘️ Click for ITX (Departure from Yongsan Station)!

At an affordable price in the 50,000 KRW range,

encounter the history of independence through exhibits and videos at the Gangwon Liberation Memorial Hall,

and enjoy nature at Gugok Falls and Soyang River Skywalk before returning!

■ Yongsan Station Departure 08:20 ~ (via Cheongnyangni) Arrival at Chuncheon Station → Gangwon Liberation Memorial Hall & Gangwon Patriotic Martyrs Memorial Tower → Gugok Falls → Soyang River Skywalk → Chuncheon Station Departure 17:56 ~ (via Cheongnyangni) Arrival at Yongsan Station 19:13

■ Included: Round-trip train fare, connecting transportation, admission fees to tourist attractions (Gugok Falls, Soyang River Skywalk), 2,000 KRW Chuncheon Love Gift Certificate, 1 meal provided

■ Price (per person): 59,000 KRW

Gangwon Liberation Memorial Hall & Gangwon Patriotic Martyrs Memorial Tower

Gugok Falls ⓒ Chuncheon City

Soyang River Skywalk ⓒ Chuncheon City

7️⃣ Following the Footsteps of the Righteous: Jecheon Memory Trip 👣 Day Trip

☘️ Click for KTX-Eum (Departure from Seoul Station)!

Take a historical journey at the Jecheon Uibyeong Exhibition Hall,

enjoy a herbal foot bath cafe and herbal tea,

and experience a Jecheon local cuisine restaurant all in one course!

■ Seoul Station Departure 08:57 ~ (via Cheongnyangni, Wonju) Arrival at Jecheon Station 10:28 → Jecheon Uibyeong Exhibition Hall → Baeron Shrine → Herbal Foot Bath Experience → Jecheon Station Traditional Market → Jecheon Station Departure 19:35 ~ (via Wonju, Yangpyeong) Arrival at Cheongnyangni Station 21:10

■ Included: Round-trip train fare, connecting transportation, herbal foot bath experience, 1 meal provided

■ Price (per person): 99,000 KRW

Jecheon Uibyeong Exhibition Hall ⓒ Korea Tourism Organization

Jecheon's 10 Scenic Views, Baeron Shrine ⓒ Korea Tourism Organization

Herbal Foot Bath Experience ⓒ Bonchoda Dam

Jecheon Station Traditional Market ⓒ Korea Tourism Organization

8️⃣ A Day Trip to See and Learn About the History of the Anti-Japanese Movement

☘️ Click for Mugunghwa Train (Departure from Seoul Station)!

Visit the Yu Gwansun Memorial Hall

and even stop by the Independence Hall of Korea

for an in-depth historical journey!

Enjoy a rest at Gakwonsa Temple with its peaceful scenery.

■ Seoul Station Departure 07:54 ~ (via Yeongdeungpo, Anyang, Suwon, Pyeongtaek) Arrival at Cheonan Station 09:06 → Yu Gwansun Memorial Hall → Independence Hall of Korea → Gakwonsa Temple → Cheonan Station Departure 19:02 ~ (via Pyeongtaek, Suwon, Anyang, Yeongdeungpo) Arrival at Seoul Station 20:25

■ Included: Round-trip train fare, connecting transportation, 1 meal provided

■ Price (per person): 99,000 KRW

Yu Gwansun Memorial Hall ⓒ Yu Gwansun Memorial Hall

Independence Hall of Korea ⓒ Korea Tourism Organization

Gakwonsa Temple ⓒ Cheonan City

How to Book?

Korea Rail Tourism Development Travel Mall

Click the 'Independence Train' image on the main page of the website!

It may sell out quickly, so it's best to hurry.

A Word from the CEO

"This 'Independence Train,' prepared for the 80th anniversary of Liberation, will be an opportunity to reflect on the historical significance while traveling and to connect with the local community." "As a special product departing only on Liberation Day, we hope many people will participate and cherish the meaning of Liberation Day through this trip."

In Conclusion

If you're wondering where to go this Liberation Day,

we recommend this trip where you can walk in the footsteps of history and share its meaning.

Not too light, but not too burdensome!

Let's join together on the 'August 15th Independence Train.'

Liberation 80 BI ⓒ Prime Minister's Office, Liberation 80th Anniversary Commemoration Project Planning Team

Sustainable travel for future generations,

we will definitely put it into practice.

BY. Korea Rail Tourism Development Blog Neighbor Kim 0 Hwa

-In February, we are sequentially introducing the pledges written by our neighbors in the 'Sustainable Travel Methods' event held on the Korea Rail Tourism Development blog!-

 
Source :https://blog.naver.com/goodandfun/223967652329

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