Introduction:
Only 40 minutes from Seoul, the Jungmisan Observatory is located within the Jungmisan Recreational Forest 437km above the sea level. In addition to the beautiful natural scenery, the main draw of this particular location is that there is no other place cl

 
Information:
Information Introduction Only 40 minutes from Seoul, the Jungmisan Observatory is located within the Jungmisan Recreational Forest 437km above the sea level
In addition to the beautiful natural scenery, the main draw of this particular location is that there is no other place close to Seoul that has such clean air and thereby offers such an excellent view of space and the stars
From Seoul (on a good day) you might expect to see 3 stars, while at the Jungmisan Observatory you can typically view over 3,000 stars
Jungmisan Observatory is the first experience learning center to provide astronomy experience programs for infants and young children
In-house instructors help children gain a deeper understanding of space and basic astronomy by leading them through a variety of programs
The observatory has also made its mark on the community at large by introducing astronomy experience programs from advanced nations to further contribute to the public’s knowledge of this branch of science
The observatory houses a forest eco experience center, outdoor observatory field, four-wheel mountain ATV experience center, camping site, water fun site, and more
During the public school vacation period, the observatory holds an astronomical science camp
Fax +82-31-772-4469 Hiking Course Jungmisan Observatory ↔ Peak of Jungmisan Mountain (833m): 90 min (round trip) Jungmisan Observatory ↔ Oksan Mountain (577m): 50 min (round trip) Jungmisan Observatory ↔ Sogunisan Mountain (660m) ↔ Peak of Yumyeongsan Mountain (862m): 3 hr (round trip) Activity Information [General & Family Programs] 1) One-Day Constellation Tour 2) 2-Day 1-Night Family Constellation Tour 3) Astronomy Science Camp (for Elementary school students) [Group Programs] Group program for pre-school students, elementary / middle school / high school students / Camp for students from the Genius class Parking Facilities Available Available Facilities Forest ecology experience, outdoor observation, camp site, group accommodations Restrooms Available Baby Stroller Rentals Not available

 
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