Gangneung Air Base – KAG Gangneung
The Gangneung Air Base is a military airbase situated in Gangneung, Gangwon-Do, South Korea. It is owned and operated by the Republic of Korea Air Force. The airport is holding the Republic of Korea Air Force’s 18th fighter wing. The United States Air Force designated the base as K-18 during the Korean War. Gangneung Air Base served commercial air service before but was closed before the opening of the new Yangyang International Airport.
Best Time to Visit
The Gangneung Air Base (KAG) has a 9,000-feet concrete runway. Abai Villageis situated just a few minutes away from KAG airport and is visited by tourists to hike the Seorak Mountain. The city also sees several tourists who come to try the squid stuffed with a mixture of clear noodles, squid, vegetables, and tofu, called the Abai Sundae.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Aark House is a compact hostel offering accommodations 2.1 miles from the Gangneung Air Base. Rooms in the hostel are air-conditioned and are equipped with bunk beds and clothes rack. A shared kitchen area and laundry facilities can be freely used by guests. Complimentary breakfast is served to guests at the accommodation daily. The property is close to popular landmarks in the area. Some cafes and restaurants are only a few miles away from the hostel. The Dal Garam Guesthouse is anotheraccommodation near the KAG-Gangneung Air Base, located just 2.3 miles away. The guesthouse has family rooms and wireless internet connection throughout the hotel. Just 2.3 miles from the airport are the Louis Hotel and the Alps Hotel, which are also notable hotels in the area.
Yanyang International Airportis another airport serving the Gangwon Province.
