Yaksaam Hermitage (Gumi) (약사암(구미)) Yaksaam Hermitage was founded during the Silla dynasty atop Geumosan Mountain in Gumi City. Yaksajeon Hall, the centerpiece of Yaksaam Hermitage, stands at the base of a rocky cliff. The granite Seated Rock-Carved Medicine Buddha, enshrined in Yaksajeon Hall, along with those at Sudoam Hermitage on Sudosan Mountain and at Samseongam…
Gimcheon Samyeongdaesa Park (김천 사명대사공원) – Homepage www.gc.go.kr Gimcheon Samyeongdaesa Park serves as a nexus for exploring Gimcheon’s rich cultural and historical treasures, including Hwangaksan Mountain and Jikjisa Temple. The park is an oasis of tranquility, offering visitors the chance to unwind amidst nature. It boasts hanok accommodations, along with wellness facilities such as a…
Cheongoksan Mountain (Bonghwa) (청옥산(봉화)) – Homepage www.bonghwa.go.kr – Tel +82-54-679-6341 Cheongoksan Mountain, towering 1,277 meters above sea level, stands southeast of Mangyeongdae Observatory atop Taebaeksan Mountain. The entire mountain area is designated as a national recreational forest. As the largest of its kind in Korea, it offers an array of facilities including a water playground,…
Gayasan National Park Nature Center (국립공원 가야산생태탐방원) – Homepage www.knps.or.kr/ Situated in Gayasan National Park, the Nature Center invites visitors to explore the moutain’s ecology. Established in 2018 on the grounds of the former Gaya Farm, it serves as a sanctuary for restoring the body and mind and for finding inspiration amidst nature. Facilities include…
Yeongdeok Wind Farm (영덕풍력발전단지) Yeongdeok Wind Farm, situated in Yeongdeok, capitalizes on the area’s constant coastal winds and is perched above Sunrise Park. The wind turbines, standing tall at 80 meters with a wingspan of 41 meters, are strategically positioned on a hill to offer a magnificent view of the sea. The Wind Farm includes…
Yeongyang Birch Forest (영양 자작나무숲) Yeongyang Birch Forest was established in 1993 in the Jukpa-ri region of Geommasan Mountain. It boasts a scenic path meandering through the white birch tree trunks and a canopy of lush green leaves. The trail’s gentle slope ensures a comfortable walk. Two different walking trails are available for visitors. Trail…
Bunhwangsa Temple (분황사) – Homepage www.bunhwangsa.org Bunhwangsa Temple, located next to the ruins of Hwangnyongsa Temple in Gyeongju, was established in 634 during the Silla dynasty. Visitors can see cultural assets such as the Stone Brick Pagoda designated as a national treasure, and the Pedestal for the Stele of State Preceptor Hwajaeng registered as a…
Huibangsa Temple (Yeongju) (희방사(영주)) – Homepage yeongju.go.kr Huibangsa Temple is a temple located at an altitude of 850 meters in a valley south of Yeonhwabong Peak within Sobaeksan National Park. Founded in 643, it preserves the first Korean Buddhist scripture, the “Worinseokbo,” and traditional Korean architectural styles. Surrounding areas are adorned with Sobaeksan Mountain’s forests,…
Gaeun Open Set (문경 가은오픈세트장) – Homepage www.gbmg.go.kr Gaeun Open Set is a filming site located within Mungyeong Ecoworld. Through in-depth historical research, it realistically recreates the city in the old days, making it an important location for TV series and history education. There are a total of three filming locations. The first filming location…
Mungyeong Omija Theme Tunnel (문경오미자테마터널) – Homepage www.omijatt.com Omija Theme Tunnel is located under Gomosanseong Fortress in Jinnamgyoban, Mungyeong. The Seokhyeon Tunnel, used to transport coal between Jeomchon and Mungyeong, was reborn as a 540-meter-long tunnel for tourism. In addition to cultural spots like the Starlight Tunnel and amazing trick arts, there are also craft…