Gongseri Catholic Church (아산 공세리성당)

Gongseri Catholic Church (아산 공세리성당)

– Homepage
www.asan.go.krwww.gongseri.or.kr

Gongseri Catholic Church was founded in 1894 as the main parish of the Daejeon diocese in Gongse-ri, Inju-myeon that connects Asanman Bay to Sapgyocheon Stream. Early missionaries originally used a common house for church meetings in the early years until in 1897 when a rectory was built, followed by the establishment of the main church in 1922. This was the first Catholic church in Chungcheongnam-do and the religion spread across Anseong, Onyang, and Dunpo to establish regional churches respectively. The grounds have three graves of prosecuted martyrs, a parish and rectory, retreat house, and meeting room. The premises is surrounded by beautiful views of a lush forest.

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This Gothic-style cathedral, with its tall spires and picturesque red-brick exterior, was selected by the Korea Tourism Organization in 2005 as one of Korea’s most beautiful cathedrals. With a history spanning more than 130 years, it is home to numerous cultural assets and protected trees. Its distinctive and lyrical atmosphere has also made it a popular filming location for movies, dramas, and commercials. The Gongseri Catholic Church Museum is also worth visiting along with the cathedral.

– Address : 10, Gongseriseongdang-gil, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

※ Presentation Information
– Information and Guides
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-41-533-8181

– Parking
Available

– Day Off
[Gift Shop / Pilgrimage Museum] Mondays

– Operating Hours
09:00-18:00 [Holy Place Museum] 9:30-16:30 (entry deadline 16:00) ※Closed on Tuesdays [Philgrim mass] Monday-Saturday 11:00 p.m [holy hour] Friday 19:00 [Mass] Tuesday 19:00, Saturday 17:00 [Sunday mass] 06:00, 10:00, 11:30

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⊙ Asanman Embankment (아산만방조제)

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– Homepage
www.grandculture.net/asan

Asanman Embankment was created by blocking the stream that flows into the Asanman Bay in the West Sea. Although it was originally created to expand the farmlands of the region, Asanman Embankment became a tourist site over time thanks to its beautiful scenery. The area has the Yellow Sea to the west and Asanho Lake to the east. The western side of the embankment has a wide tidal flat. Fishing and drives can be enjoyed in the area. Don’t miss the view of the sunset toward the sea. In addition, there is a park, observatory, and exhibition hall in the area.