Geobukseom, Oido make quiet case for West Sea
SIHEUNG, Gyeonggi Province — Local travelers who judge a destination by the number of attractions tend to look east, toward the deep blue water and fine sand beaches that fill summer travel supplements. The West Sea close to Seoul and its metropolitan area has long been treated as the consolation prize — flat, brown at low tide and governed by a tidal range that rearranges the shoreline twice a…
Siheung, a city of over 500,000 residents in Gyeonggi Province, lies roughly 40 kilometers southwest of central Seoul. The area boasts two coastal destinations - Geobukseom and Oido - each with distinct characteristics. Geobukseom, translating to "Turtle Island," features marinas, surf lagoons, and modern glass towers, but it remains underdeveloped.
Oido, situated about a 10-minute drive away, has long been a popular spot for day-trippers, specializing in grilling shellfish. The name "Turtle" holds significance as Geobukseom's shape resembles a turtle. When examining a map, Geobukseom's unique features stand out among other coastal attractions.
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