I’ve been looking for some quiet, nature-oriented spots in Korea for my next trip, and I recently came across a place called Wanju. It’s right next to Jeonju, but it seems much less touristy and more focused on mountains and local culture. I haven’t had the chance to visit yet, so I’ve been gathering some info from their official tourism site to see if it’s worth a 2-day stay.
The place that first caught my eye is Daedunsan Mountain. I saw photos of this intense suspension bridge called the Cloud Bridge and a really steep steel stairway that goes right up the cliffside. It looks a bit terrifying but the view seems incredible, especially since I'm planning to go when the leaves change. I'm also curious about the Samrye Culture Art Village. It’s an old colonial-era grain warehouse that they’ve turned into an art space and a book village, which sounds like a cool way to spend a quiet afternoon.
Another spot I’m considering is the Oseong Hanok Village. I read that BTS did a photoshoot nearby at the Awon Gallery, but what interests me more is that it looks way more peaceful than the crowded Hanok villages in the bigger cities. I’m also looking into the Cypress Forest in Gongsang-ri for some hiking and maybe a foot bath to wrap up the day.
Since I'm still in the planning phase, I’m trying to figure out if these spots are easy to get to without a car. Has anyone here actually visited Wanju or stayed in a Hanok there? I’d love to hear some real feedback or any food recommendations if you have them.
(I found most of these photos and details on the Wanju Tour website: https://www.wanju.go.kr/tour/index.9is?contentUid=ff8080818c5d9e6d018ca46553ee6898)