Rising Steam and Warmth, A Late Autumn Trip to the Hoengseong Anheung Steamed Bun Festival

Memories of Fluffy Steamed Buns That Become More Desirable in Cold Winds

Late autumn, when you start to pull your collar tight, the road to Hoengseong(Hoengseong) had a particularly romantic view outside the car window. The yellow ginkgo leaves and red maple leaves displayed by the rolling deep mountains of Gangwon-do(Gangwon-do) made my heart flutter before I even reached the destination. Anheung Jjinppang Morak-Morak Village(Anheung Jjinppang Morak-Morak Village), located at 1868 Jucheon-gang-ro, Anheung-myeon, Hoengseong-gun, already had a cozy atmosphere as if warm steam were rising.

Anheung Steamed Buns(Anheung Jjinppang) are not just a snack, but the pride of this region that has maintained a consistent taste for a long time. The 17th Anheung Steamed Bun Festival(Anheung Jjinppang Festival) is coming to us for exactly three days, from November 7th to the 9th. Like the slogan 'Hotter, Sweeter,' it feels as if the sweet scent of hot steamed buns cutting through the chilly autumn air is already tickling the tip of my nose.

The Festival Night That Dives Into 90s Nostalgia

The most anticipated point of this festival is the performance with the concept of 'Saturday, Saturday is for Singers(To-To-Ga),' which drew a heated response last year. Thinking about the nostalgic songs that made our hearts flutter back in the 90s filling the night in Anheung-myeon(Anheung-myeon) makes my feet start to tap to the rhythm. I am confident that I will be able to fully enjoy the festival amidst the nostalgia that transcends generations, going beyond just eating steamed buns.

The chewy dough and the sweet red bean paste that melts in your mouth are a magical gift that will make you forget the cold wind for a moment. Strolling around the Morak-Morak Village area and eating steamed buns that have just been steamed on the street while blowing on them, isn't that perhaps the greatest luxury you can enjoy only on an autumn trip? The sound of people's laughter and the lively atmosphere of the festival site blend together, making me feel fulfilled.

Travel Tips for a Fruitful Festival and Surrounding Scenery

The road to Anheung, Hoengseong is also a very beautiful drive course. Since the daily temperature range is large in Hoengseong in November, a warm outer layer is essential. As the steamed bun festival site can be crowded, I recommend visiting in the early morning to enjoy the calm morning scenery of the festival site, and then fully enjoying the various performances and experiences held in the afternoon.

There are many sculptures themed around steamed buns throughout the festival site, Morak-Morak Village, making it perfect for taking pictures. Children can spend a fun time kneading dough through steamed bun making experiences, and adults can enjoy the tail end of late autumn while walking along the tranquil village trails. Since the festival period is short, how about making plans with excitement about how to spend these three days more densely?