이하융's review

– A Perfect Healing Course: Gochujang Making + Valley Vacation + A Feast fit for a King + Bonfire Gazing – I went on a package tour to Myeongwol Village in Chuncheon that included Gochujang making, a valley getaway, and Baeksook (chicken soup). To start with the conclusion, it was a day that made me think, “This is what real countryside healing is!” 🥰 ⸻ 💦 A trip is all about the valley! A valley flows right in front of the accommodation, so it was great for playing. The water was so clear and cold that just dipping my feet in it relieved all my fatigue. There were also well-arranged benches next to the valley, making it perfect for chatting quietly while enjoying some simple snacks 🍃 There are many families with children visiting in the summer, and I think it would be a great destination for couples too! Since there isn't a single murmur of the city, and you only hear the sounds of the water and the wind, it was truly healing itself haha. ⸻ 🍯 Traditional Gochujang Making Experience The next thing we did was a gochujang making experience. I personally mixed the meju powder, glutinous rice paste, red chili powder, and sea salt~ The staff member kindly explained everything step by step, so even a first-timer found it not difficult at all! As I mixed the gochujang, a savory aroma filled the air, reminding me of the earthenware jars at my grandmother's house when I was young. You can take the gochujang home, and since it was "true handmade gochujang!", it was the real deal—incomparable to what you find in supermarkets (I heard you can take makjang or doenjang with you if you mention it in advance). ⸻ 🍗 A place where you can enjoy high-end chicken soup No wonder a table full of chicken soup is perfect for wrapping up the day! It was packed generously with free-range chicken, ginseng, jujubes, and garlic. The broth was rich, and the chicken meat was tender— The village head prepared it himself, and his touch was amazing... The bowls were also high-class, and I ate with immense admiration. Perhaps because I had just finished making gochujang and played in the valley, it tasted even better. They said they made everything from scratch, and it was truly a rice thief! 😋 After finishing a whole bowl, I felt completely filled, both physically and mentally. ⸻ 🌳 Five Senses Forest Experience On the second day, we participated in a forest experience with a forest guide. After having a hearty breakfast, receiving guidance from a guide who possessed great life wisdom, breathing in fresh air, and learning new knowledge made me feel like my day was becoming even more fulfilled. I think the words I heard at that time will stay in my heart for a long time to come. ⸻ 🌳 Overall Review The Myeongwol Village package was a course where the three elements of experience, nature, and food were perfectly balanced. In addition to what I have listed here, there was also a campfire activity and breakfast, and the entire itinerary felt like it was made with genuine care. Lately, I have been living such a busy life, but I realized once again how precious it is to spend a day breathing in the country air and making something with my own hands. • ✅ Highly recommended for family trips / couple getaways / healing getaways with friends • ✅ Create special memories with a Gochujang (red chili paste) making experience • ✅ A refreshing summer retreat by the valley • ✅ A hearty meal with Baeksook (chicken soup) • ✅ A forest experience for your health “When you want to rest without a care in the world, let’s go to Myeongwol Village in Chuncheon.” It was a day that perfectly fit that description 💚