Cheongsong Apples

Cheongsong produces the best apples in South Korea due to its rich soil and favorable weather condition. The apples that are mainly produced here are sweet as honey, crispy and extremely juicy. It's mouth-watering goodness is definitely  something to die for!

Why don't you check out the videos I made  to know how apples are generally produced in Cheongsong?

Apple Festival

Cheongsong Apple Festival is usually held on the first week of November. Farmers sell their produce while others products made from or with apples. It also hosts concerts for the elderly (South Korea countryside such as Cheongsong is largely populated by the elderly) and also other events for all to enjoy. It usually runs for three days (over the weekend), though some booths may start to operate days prior to the opening day. It has been held at the river park in Cheongsong-eup since 2018, but was cancelled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Apple Picking

The apples here are mostly harvested in  summer and autumn.

The summer apples known as Tsugaru ("Aori" - green apples), originally from Japan, are  usually harvested in July and August. Its perfect blend of sweetness with a hint of sourness is something you don't want to miss.

The Hongro Apples are harvested in September, and are usually given as gifts during the "Chuseok" (추석) or Thanksgiving Holiday which is celebrated on late September or early October (it based on the Korean lunar calendar).

In late October until early November, the Fuji Apples (winter apples) which originate from Japan, are harvested. The sweetness, crispiness, juiciness, and long storage period (until June or July of the following year) make these apples in demand.  

Yang Kwang and Kam Hong Apples and are also other cultivars that are produced in Cheongsong.