Hwadam Botanic Garden
Korean name: 화담숲
Gyeonggi
Hwadam Botanic Garden is an arboretum in Gwangju, Gyeonggi-do, with 16 theme gardens and more than 4,000 species of native and introduced plants. A gently sloped 5 km forest path makes it easy for families to stroll.
About
Hwadam Botanic Garden is an eco-friendly arboretum located within Konjiam Resort in Gwangju, Gyeonggi-do. The arboretum features 16 themed gardens, collecting and exhibiting approximately 4,000 species of native and introduced plants. More than being merely a viewing facility, it serves as a field research facility aimed at ecosystem restoration by assisting endangered animals and plants to establish themselves in nature. "Hwadam" can be translated into "friendly communication," a name given to the forest in hopes that the area serves as means for people to communicate with nature. While the forest is designed to offer an environmentally friendly atmosphere to humans, the ecosystem and habitats of the forest are well-preserved, serving as a home to many living species. The entire 5-kilometer forest walking trail features gentle slopes, allowing visitors to comfortably appreciate nature and find healing while using strollers or wheelchairs. This has made the forest highly popular among family visitors.
Key details
- Address
- 278-1 Docheogwit-ro, Gwangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
- Opening hours
- 09:00~18:00 (last entry 17:00). Operating hours may change depending on the season and weather, so please check the website before visiting.
- Closed
- Every Monday. This may change depending on the season and weather, so please check the website before visiting.
- Contact
- 031-8026-6666
- Region
- Gyeonggi
Operating details can change. Please check the official information again before you go.
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Source: Korea Tourism Organization (TourAPI)
The description above is reproduced unedited from Korea Tourism Organization (TourAPI) · KOGL Type 3 (attribution, no derivatives). The photo is KOGL Type 1.