Taebaek

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Introducing Taebaek

The train station, bus terminal, information centre and yeogwan are all conveniently within sight of each other in the town centre, and the tourist information centre (550 2828; 9am-5pm) has kind English-speaking staff.

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The Taebaeksan Snow Festival takes place at the end of January with giant ice sculptures, sledding and igloo restaurants.

Last updated: Sep 25, 2008

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  1. pskully avatar
    RE: South Korea suggested itinerary

    by pskully 26 July 2011

    Public transportation between these places is easier. A rental car in Korea is really just a hassle, in my opinion. From Sokcho, you…
  2. arashi84 avatar
    Re: Bus from Andong to Samcheok?

    by arashi84 05 February 2011

    Hi Jake, thanks a lot for the information :) I'm not very keen on spending that much time in a bus each day, so I suppose I'll just…
  3. Jake_Kim avatar
    RE: Bus from Andong to Samcheok?

    by Jake_Kim 04 February 2011

    Katharina, I'm afraid there is no direct bus service between Andong and Samcheok, express or intercity altogether. Destinations served…

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