Hwacheon Biking festival

Arbab the CHINGU

There are many lakes and dams in the Hwacheon region. In its name, “Hwa” means “flowers” and “cheon” means “streams and rivers”, and it is true that Hwacheon has the cleanest of water and some of the most unspoiled nature in Korea. Its clean environment and crystal-clear mountain streams are home to otters (designated one of Korea’s national treasures) and fresh water trout (sancheoneo). Taking the tour course through pristine Hwacheon should be special treat for nature lovers.

Abid, Biking Lover

Section 3 of the course starts from the Peace Dam, which is the location of one of the best mountain biking routes in Korea. A special destination on the course is the bell near the dam that is made from melted down bullets, collected from battlefields all over the world. The bell weighs 37.5 tons, representing the weight of the sorrows of war. In front of the bell, visitors pray for peace. 

The Master, Sports man and True friend

I along with my Pakistani friends have opportunity to explore that part of Korea. I think it is the beauty of Korean Tourism Organization that they advertise the events in such  a nice way that people and specially the foreigners are attracted towards their events. We got  a free opportunity through one of our Korean Language teacher. That was a wonderful day with Bikes in hands and follow the beautiful Tracks of Hwacheon. 

The weather was cool and amazing for biking. there were a number of people including many foreigners who started a long way journey of 24 KM. We just moved  a little way while some of my friends went all the way to finish line... :) 

My Lovely Family

At the end of race their were traditional Korean noodles and Mackoli available for all and just free of cost. W also have a chance to rafting in near by Hwacheon river. It was nice and memorable trip.