[Attractions in Ganghwado Island] Onsaemiro Maze Park at Ganghwa Armiae World

It is a mysterious maze trip in Ganghwado Island where nature and love come together! In this post, we will introduce to you the Onsaemiro Maze Park at Ganghwa Armiae World, where history and adventure coexist.

Ganghwa Armiae World is a complex cultural space where you can enjoy various experiences and joy under the theme "a space that creates beauty through mugwort". This is the Onsaemiro Maze Park that is mysterious and full of interesting adventures.

As you follow the sign board to get to Onsaemiro Maze Park, you will see some animals sculptures. This is because there is also Ganghwa Agricultural Culture Center here, which helps to relax your tired mind as you are far away from the city. You can enjoy the traditional agricultural culture and the abundance of farming area together.

When you arrive at the entrance of Onsaemiro Maze Park, you will be greeted by the Ganghwa Island's specialties - Ganghwa Turnip and Ganghwa Mugwort Mascots. They are as cute as Nareu who put on happy smile on their face.

The sculptures are more interesting as they are made using yew wood that is available all year round instead of being artificial sculptures.

These are real trees so there might be bees or insects here. It is recommended that you spray some insect repellent on your body before you start the tour. In addition, there is no shade in the maze, so it is better to wear a hat, bring a mini portable fan and cold water.

It takes about 20 - 40 minutes to find the maze exit. However, it may be different from person to person. When you look from the outside, it may not seem to huge so you might doubt the time taken to finish the whole course. Once you start exploring the Onsaemiro Maze Park, you will know that it is not as easy as you think because there are several paths that are blocked.

There is a small garden with a bench installed in the Onsaemiro Maze Park. Moreover, you can enjoy small and previous wildflowers bloom at many areas in the maze, giving you joy in this place.

When you spot the straw-thatched roof and observation deck, it means that the exit is not far away. But don't let your guard down! Stay alert because the way to the exit might bring you back to other confusing path.

Based on The Veritable Records of King Sejong, the straw-thatched house at the exit of Onsaemiro Maze Park is a Joseon greenhouse restored in 1438 and known to be "world's first heated greenhouse" in Ganghwa Island. The Korean ancestors' wisdom surprised many Koreans as they discovered that they were 180 years ahead of the heated greenhouse that used Heidelberg stove from Germany in 1619 (which was known as the beginning of the scientific heated greenhouse). If you go inside, you can feel the heat like the hot sauna.

If you go up to the observation deck, you can see Onsaemiro Maze Park at one glance. When you look at the composition of the maze that looks complicated, you will be glad that you have found the exit.

If you walk along the Onsaemiro trail, you will find a refreshing walking trail with dense trees, and the sound of cicadas will remind you that it is mid summer now.

If you are looking for a new travel destination, why don't you visit Onsaemiro Maze Park at Ganghwado Island? We hope you can enjoy a good healing trip with the mysterious yet interesting maze.

[Information about Ganghwa Armiae World]

1. Getting There: At AREX Geomam Station, Take Bus #800 ▶ Get off at Ganghwa Terminal, Take Bus #31A  ▶ Get off at Insan Reservoir, Walk 7 mins

2. Address: 742-2, Jungang-ro, Buleun-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

3. Contact Number: 032-930-4127

4. Operating Hours: Summer 09:00 ~ 18:00 / Winter 09:00 ~ 17:00

5. Entrance Fee: Free

*Information is subject to change

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