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Sokcho brings Seoraksan's massive peaks, East Sea waves, tranquil Yeongnangho and Cheongchoho lakes, and the villages and market food of displaced families close together. Move between nature's grandeur and people's memories within one destination, finding a different pleasure in every season.

• Striking contrasts of mountain and water: Seoraksan, the East Sea and natural lagoons
• Settlement history and everyday culture preserved in Abai Village and its hand-pulled ferry
• Market flavors from seafood and salted specialties to sweet-and-spicy fried chicken

Highlights

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Seoraksan Mountain

Huge rocky peaks, deep valleys and seasonally changing forests form Sokcho's mountain backdrop. Beyond the first impression of a seaside city, its overwhelming terrain and depth of nature can transform the scale of your trip.

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Yeonggeumjeong Pavilion and Dongmyeong Port

Meet the sound of waves and the East Sea horizon on a rocky coast where Seoraksan's ridges reach the sea. Beyond its association with sunrise, the lively sea and harbor atmosphere offers a coastal scene distinctively Sokcho.

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Abai Village and Gaetbae Ferry

A village founded by people displaced from Hamgyeong during the Korean War connects with a ferry moved by pulling a rope. Its lanes, food and little boat retain memories of those longing for home, turning scenery into a local story.

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Sokcho Tourist and Fishery Market

This lively traditional market brings together East Sea seafood, dried fish, salted specialties and snacks such as sweet-and-spicy fried chicken. After mountains and sea, end your visit with local flavors and a close look at everyday life.

Local flavors

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Abai sundae

A dish brought by displaced families, filling a thick sausage casing with glutinous rice and vegetables; a signature of Abai Village.

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Ojingeo sundae (stuffed squid)

A Sokcho specialty of stuffed squid, steamed and sliced into rounds.

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Sokcho dakgangjeong

Crisp fried chicken coated in a sweet-and-spicy sauce, a signature food of the central market.

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Sokcho mulhoe

East Sea seafood and vegetables served in a cold, spicy broth.

Before you travel

Festivals and seasons

Plan your trip

Photo and information sources

• Seoraksan Mountain · ⓒ한국관광콘텐츠랩
• Yeonggeumjeong Pavilion and Dongmyeong Port · ⓒ한국관광콘텐츠랩
• Abai Village and Gaetbae Ferry · ⓒ한국관광콘텐츠랩
• Sokcho Tourist and Fishery Market · ⓒ한국관광콘텐츠랩
• Abai sundae · 한국관광공사
• Ojingeo sundae (stuffed squid) · ⓒ한국관광콘텐츠랩
• Sokcho dakgangjeong · 한국관광공사
• Sokcho mulhoe · 한국관광공사

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