Uijeongbu Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in South Korea
About Uijeongbu
Uijeongbu is located north of the Korean capital Seoul; it lies inside a defile, with mountains on two sides, and commands a natural choke point across the main traditional invasion route from the North into Seoul. As such it has a continued military significance and it contains U.S. and Korean military bases, positioned for the defense of the Korean capital. The U.S. Second Infantry Division has established a headquarters post in Uijeongbu. Despite being known for its military presence, the area has boomed into a satellite community of Seoul with the usual civilian infrastructure and amenities. For tourists, the most interesting are the local mountains such as Mt. Dobong, Mt. Surak and Mt. Soyo. The mountains are popular recreational areas for hiking and are frequented by residents living
Top Attractions in Uijeongbu
Explore the best things to see and do in Uijeongbu:
- ★Mangwol Temple
- ★Surak Mountain
- ★Wondobong Mountain
Where to Eat in Uijeongbu
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Gamagoll
- 🍴Hyeong Nae Restaurant
- 🍴Odeng Restaurant
Where to Stay in Uijeongbu
- 🏨Hotel Elli
- 🏨Jikdong Cottages
Uijeongbu Travel Guide Sections
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