Winter in Korea in the warmth of hot springs and spas, mineral hot springs at Seongmodo Ganghwado

 

Seongmodo Mineral Hot Springs is one of the most popular new spots in Ganghwado, known for its fantastic views of the Yellow Sea. Due to its location on the west coast, it is a great place to watch the sun sink into the sea from one of the resort's 15 swimming pools; be sure to arrive early, because the pool quickly fills up with everyone eager to enjoy the experience. The hot water snack bar even takes phone orders, so you can stay where you are! Just call for a coffee or sikhye (sweet rice drink) and they'll have it delivered to your pool.

The water used at Seongmodo Mineral Hot Spring is mineral water that is completely untouched, creating a slippery consistency not found in most hot springs. If you accidentally drink the water, you will experience a salty taste, because of the high sodium content. After swimming in the pool, you may feel that you have a thin layer covering your skin.

This is due to the minerals in the water, which are very good for improving skin health. If you are sensitive, you may want to wash it off, but remember that the use of cleaning products such as shampoo and soap is prohibited. If you really don't like the taste on your skin, you can dry it gently with a towel.

Seongmodo Ganghwado Mineral Hot Springs, Address: 865-17, Samsannam-ro, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon (인천 광역시 강화군 삼산면 삼산 남 로 865-17)

Directions: Take a taxi for approx.35 min or a bus for approx.1 hr 45 min from Ganghwa Terminal, Operating hours: 07: 00-21: 00.






Photos used in this article belong to KOREAN TOURISM ORGANIZATION residing in Indonesia (KTO)

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