By Yoo Na-hyunPosted : February 5, 2026, 16:42Updated : February 5, 2026, 16:42
Visitors flock to a snow festival in Taebaek, Gangwon Province on Feb. 1, 2026. Yonhap
SEOUL, February 05 (AJP) - A snow-themed festival is currently underway in Taebaek in the mountainous region of Gangwon Province.
The annual festival, now in its 33rd year, kicked off on Jan. 31 and will run through this weekend.
Against the stunning backdrop of snow-blanketed Mt. Taebaeksan, visitors can marvel at large-scale snow sculptures and engage in a variety of interactive winter programs. It would the perfect destination for anyone not quite ready to say goodbye to winter or for those who want to enjoy the winter chill while it's still here to stay.
Visitors look at giant snow sculptures at a festival in Taebaek, Gangwon Province on Feb. 1, 2026. Yonhap
Visitors look at giant snow sculptures at a festival in Taebaek, Gangwon Province on Feb. 1, 2026. Yonhap
Visitors look at giant snow sculptures at a festival in Taebaek, Gangwon Province on Feb. 1, 2026. Yonhap
Visitors look at giant snow sculptures at a festival in Taebaek, Gangwon Province on Feb. 1, 2026. Yonhap
