Chungcheongbuk-do

Chungju Dam (충주댐) – Homepage www.chungju.go.kr – Tel +82-43-840-1207 Chungju Dam is the nation’s largest multipurpose concrete dam and plays a role in water resources planning and management, prevention of flood damage, and electric power production. The dam area features various facilities like the Water Exhibition Hall, Memorial Tower, a resting area, and a tour…

Seonamgyegok Valley (Haseonam Rock) (선암계곡(하선암)) – Homepage www.danyang.go.kr – Tel +82-43-422-1146 Seonamgyegok Valley is a clean 10-kilometer valley stretching from Gasan-ri to Daejam-ri in Danyang. Among the Eight Scenic Views of Danyang, Teukseonam Rock and Soseonam Rock are located here. This valley is known for its dense forests, strange rock formations, and clear and clean…

Danyang Jeokseongbi Monument of Silla (단양 신라 적성비) – Tel +82-43-422-1146 The Danyang Jeokseongbi Monument of Silla was erected by King Jinheung, the 24th King of Silla Kingdom, as a public announcement board. It was found at Jeokseongsanseong Fortress in Danyang in 1978. The stone stele is broken into three parts: the two lower pieces…

Geumsusan Mountain (금수산) – Homepage worak.knps.or.kr – Tel +82-43-653-3251 Geumsusan Mountain, originally called Baegamsan Mountain, was renamed by noted Joseon-period scholar Yi Hwang (pen name Toegye) when he was the chief governor of Danyang County, saying its graceful features matched the fineness of silk embroidery. The mountain is beautiful throughout the year with bright foliage…

Daecheong Dam (대청댐) – Homepage www.kwater.or.kr – Tel +82-43-930-7332 Daecheong Dam is a multi-purpose dam consisting of a 72 meter-tall and 495 meter-long concrete gravity dam and rockfill dam. It is located on the Geumgang River where Daejeon and Chungcheongbuk-do meet. There are three additional support dams in the area of the main dam to…

Sobaeksan National Park (Northern Section) (소백산국립공원(북부)) – Homepage sobaek.knps.or.kr – Tel +82-43-423-0708 Sobaeksan Mountain is renowned for its natural splendor and mystery, standing tall in the middle of the Korean peninsula, and offering several magnificent peaks, such as Hyeongjebong, Sinseonbong, Gungmangbong, Birobong, and Yeonhwabong. Its captivating seasonal beauty attracts visitors year round. The moutain’s recreational…

Dariangyegok Valley (다리안계곡) – Homepage www.danyang.go.kr – Tel +82-43-422-1146 Dariangyegok Valley is located in the Darian Local Tourist Site near Danyang. The water in the valley curves around smooth rocks in between the lush forest. People visit in the summer to escape the heat. Dariangyegok Valley has cold water flowing from Sobaeksan Mountain. The area…

Seonyudonggyegok Valley (선유구곡(선유동계곡)) – Homepage www.goesan.go.kr – Tel +82-43-832-4347 Seonyudonggyegok Valley is located in Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do Province. Including Seonyudongmun, the playground for the mountain gods, a total of nine valleys form the area: Gyeongcheonbyeok, Haksoam, Yeondallo, Waryongpok, Nangadae, Gigugam, Guam, and Eunseonam. Seonnyudonggyegok Valley is famous for the legend that mountain gods came to savor…

Boeun Beopjusa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage] (보은 법주사 [유네스코 세계문화유산]) – Homepage www.beopjusa.org www.templestay.com – Tel +82-43-543-3615 Built in 553 during the 14th year of Silla King Jinheung’s reign, Beopjusa Temple is located on Songnisan Mountain. However, many of the original buildings were destroyed during the Imjin War (1592-1598), with the current structures having been…

Jeongbangsa Temple (정방사) – Homepage tour.jecheon.go.kr – Tel +82-43-647-7399 Located on a ridge of Sinseonbong Peak (845 meters) nearby Geumsusan Mountain, Jeongbangsa Temple was founded by Buddhist Monk Uisang in the second year (662) of King Munmu’s reign during the Silla dynasty. Jeongbangsa Temple is a branch of Beopjusa Temple located on Songnisan Mountain and…