Chungcheongbuk-do

Information about Cheongpungho Scenic Monorail (청풍호 관광모노레일).

Dodamsambong Peaks (도담삼봉) – Homepage https://www.danyang.go.kr/english/459 – Tel +82-42-422-3037 The Dodamsambong Peaks consist of three distinctive stone pillars – Janggunbong, Cheobong, and Cheopbong Peaks – that rise majestically from the Namhangang River. Janggunbong, the tallest of the trio, hosts the historic Samdojeong Pavilion, a famed gathering place for the region’s literati. Adjacent to these natural…

Songnisan National Park (Chungcheongbuk-do Section) [속리산국립공원(충북)] – Homepage songni.knps.or.kr – Tel +82-43-542-5267 Situated in the heart of the Sobaek Mountain Range, Songnisan National Park encompasses the majestic Songnisan Mountain, standing at 1,057 meters, and the picturesque Hwayanggyegok, Seonyugyegok, and Ssanggok Valleys. Designated as a National Park in 1970, this natural sanctuary is celebrated for its…

Guinsa Temple (Danyang) (구인사(단양)) – Homepage https://guinsa.templestay.com/ – Tel +82-43-423-7100 – Address : 73 Guinsa-gil, Yeongchun-myeon, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do ※ Presentation Information – Experience Guide [Guinsa Temple Stay] – Baekryeonhwagae (Special) – Retreat Program (Regular) – Have a cup of tea (Special) – Explore nearby attractions (Regular) * Refer to the website for more details. www.templestay.com…

Cheongju Jungang Park (청주 중앙공원) – Homepage www.cheongju.go.kr – Tel +82-43-201-8238 Located at the heart of Cheongju city center, Jungang Park is a relaxing space full of cultural heritage and things to do. Its most famous feature is the massive ginkgo tree that has stood here for nearly a thousand years. Ginkgo trees are famously…

Ullidan Street (운리단길) Ullidan Street connects Cheongju Early Printing Museum with Uncheon & Sinbong-dong Community Center. In less than a kilometer, charming cafes, restaurants, and shops have opened one after another, giving the street its name and elevating it to a popular hangout in Cheongju. This street is also the location of the store Nation’s…

Yeongok Valley (연곡계곡) – Homepage www.jincheon.go.kr Yeongok Valley, situated south of Malloesan Mountain in Jincheon, is adjacent to a picturesque lake formed by damming the Seongamcheon Stream. This verdant, forested valley, with its clear water sounds, birdsongs, and refreshing breeze, offers a serene escape, perfect for cooling both body and mind during the summer. Additionally,…

Uirimji Reservoir (제천 의림지와 제림) – Homepage www.jecheon.go.kr – Tel +82-43-651-7101 Uirimji Reservoir was created during the Three Kingdoms Era. Due to its long history, it is one of the most famous reservoirs in Chungcheong-do. The reservoir is 1.8 kilometers in circumference and 151,470 square meters in water surface area and has a depth of…

Cheongpung Cable Car (청풍호반케이블카) – Homepage www.cheongpungcablecar.com Cheongpung Cable Car takes passengers back and forth between Multae-ri in Cheongpung-myeon and Bibongsan Mountain along a 2.3-kilometer ropeway. There are a total of 43 cabins that accommodate up to 10 passengers per car, with ten cabins featuring transparent flooring to offer a thrilling bird’s-eye-view of Cheongpung-myeon. The…

Suamgol Observatory (수암골전망대) – Tel +82-43-201-2042 Suamgol Observatory offers panoramic views of Cheongju. The observatory is located in Suamgol, a neighborhood formed by refugees after the Korean War, which gained popularity as a filming location for the KBS drama “Bread, Love and Dreams (2010).” Nearby, visitors can explore Suamgol Mural Village, Drama Road, and Café…