The most memorable family trip

The most memorable family trip is one-day trip to Nami Island. (Namiseom) Two years ago, my family was thinking of plans for a New Year’s Day. Since my family had been apart for few years, summer and winter break was special to us. My mother heard that Nami Island is truly beautiful and also romantic. My family willingly agreed with it and went on a trip to Nami Island on New Year ’s Day in 2012.

Nami Island is located in Chuncheon-si, Kangwon-do where my father grew up. On our way to Nami Island, the scenery of the mountains and nature around was surprisingly beautiful. I woke up because of the conversation between mom and dad looking for a spot to park. There were lots of visitors including foreigners and Koreans. This small Island is famous for “Winter Sonata” drama in 2002. I remembered watching that drama with my mom when I was in 2^nd grade. This Island has been gaining popularity thanks to winter sonata. Apparently, Nami Island declared its cultural independence. Like other independent republics, Naminara Republic has its own national flag, anthem, passport, postage stamps, telephone cards, written characters, papers, and currency. There was literally immigration after I bought a ticket. The ticket was for an entry visa. It was somewhat interesting that this small Island has its own republic. The people were so crowd to enter the wharf to board the ferry. Because of the cold weather, people couldn’t get out of the ferry but just stayed inside to watch the blocks of ice floating at the sea.

Reaching Nami Island, we noticed the statue wearing red top. Walking into the island along the straightway starting from the Nami Island, I found a grave and wondered whose grave it was. It said that the tomb is for Gneral Nami who was a notable figure in battles and Nami Island was named after him. I did not know that Nami Island would have some kind of history. The ground was all covered with white snow and there were wooden characters, model of snowman, and small bonfire. Also, as a winter sonata location, many foreigners were taking pictures in front of photos of two main characters. The most memorable things were trees reaching sky. The trees are not that thick but so long that it seems to reach the blue sky. The ground is all covered with white snow so the whole scenery of the lane presents a great sight. A stroll along the coastline made us enjoy and appreciate the nature and white winter. My family took a lot of pictures and ate some Korean Traditional snack that we can buy at a small booth while walking around.

This trip to Nami Island is the most memorable family trip as I remember, because we could celebrate a New Year’s day meaningfully and could truly enjoy and appreciate the nature and the fact that my family members are all gathered up together.