Maisan Provincial Park (마이산도립공원)

– Tel
+82-63-430-8751

Maisan Provincial Park is a rocky mountain composed of two great peaks, Ammaibong (687.4 meters) and Sumaibong (681.1 meters), and dozens of smaller peaks. These peaks have a variety of names depending on the season. In spring, the mountain provides sweeping panoramic views for its cherry blossoms, and cosmos and silver grass in fall. The Eunsusa Temple, Geumdangsa Temple, and Tapsa Temple with its 80 stone pagodas are all worth exploring, enhancing the experience of the area.

– Address : 126-3, Danyang-ri, Jinan-eup, Jinan-gun, Jeonbuk-do

※ Presentation Information
– Experience Guide
Not available

– Information and Guides
+82-63-430-2651

– Parking
Available (Maisan Tourist Resort)

– Day Off
N/A (Open all year round)

– Operating Hours
Open 24 hr

– Hiking Course
[Maisan Hiking Trails]

Hammisanseong Fortress → Gwangdaebong Peak → Gogeumdang → Biryongdae → Bongdubong Peak → Maisan Seoktapgun

Boheungsa Gwangdaebong → Gogeumdang → Biryeongdae → Bongdubong Peak → Maisan Seoktapgun

Southern Parking Lot → Gogeumdang → Biryongdae → Bongdubong Peak → Maisan Seoktapgun

Southern Parking Lot → Gogeumdang → Biryongdae → Maisan Tourist Resort Parking Lot

[Hiking Trails]

Maisan Tourist Resort Parking Lot → Cheonhwangmun Gate → Eunsusa Temple → Maisan Seoktapgun (Tapsa Temple) → Tabyeongje Pass → Geumdangsa Temple → Northern Parking Lot

Maisan Tourist Resort Parking Lot → Cheonhwangmun Gate → Ammaibong Peak → Cheonhwangmun Gate → Eunsusa Temple → Maisan Seoktapgun (Tapsa Temple) → Cheonhwangmun Gate → Northern Parking Lot

[Geographic Courses]

Southern Parking Lot→ Gogeumdang → Biryongdae → Seonghwangdang → Bongdubong Peak→ Maisan Seoktapgun (Tapsa Temple) → Eunsusa Temple→ Cheonhwangmun Gate→ Maisan Tourist Resort Parking Lot

Southern Parking Lot → Gogeumdang → Observatory → Bongdubong Peak→ Cheonhwangmun Gate→ Ammaibong Peak → Cheonhwangmun Gate→ Maisan Seoktapgun (Tapsa Temple) → Southern Parking Lot

[Long-distance Courses]

Maryeong (Wongangjeong) → Boheungsa Temple → Gwangdaebong Peak → Gogeumdang → Southern Parking Lot

Gogeumdang → Observatory → Bongdubong Peak → Maisan Seoktapgun

Bongdubong Peak → Cheonhwangmun Gate → Ammaibong Peak → Cheonhwangmun Gate → Maisan Seoktapgun → Southern Parking Lot

Deokcheongyo Bridge → Taejagul Cave → Gwangdaebong Peak

– Mountain Not Access Period
Seasonal Forest Fire Watches by Park

Spring: February 1 – May 15

Fall: November 1 – December 15

* TBD by park directors based on weather advisories, snow/precipitation levels, and other local conditions.

– Available Facilities
Restaurants, gift shops, mineral spring, camping sites, etc.

– Restrooms
Available

– Parking Fees
Compact car 2,000 won

Sedan 2,000 won

Bus 3,000 won

– Admission Fees
[Cultural Heritage Sites (Maisantapgun & Geumdangsa Temple)]

Adults: Individuals 3,000 won / Groups 2,800 won

Teenagers: Individuals 2,000 won / Groups 1,600 won

Children: Individuals 1,000 won / Groups 800 won

* Group: 30 people or more

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Jinan Red Ginseng Festival (진안홍삼축제)

– Homepage
www.jinan.go.kr

– Tel
+82-63-430-2393

Jinan-gun, known as Korea’s exclusive red ginseng special zone, is a plateau that lies at an average of more than 300m above sea level, producing high-quality red ginseng with a strong aroma and firm texture. The Jinan Red Ginseng Festival presents interesting programs based on the theme of red ginseng grown in the county, including the Fishing King, Plogging King, Healing King, and Treasure Hunt King. Additional activities include magic shows, bubble shows, balloon performances for children, and making red ginseng products such as red ginseng rice cake and red ginseng liquor.

◎ Ginseng vs. Red Ginseng
Ginseng is a well-known Korean traditional medicinal herb. When ginseng is steamed and dried nine times, it turns into red ginseng, which has a reddish color. This process enhances the preservation and increases the active components, making red ginseng beneficial for anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects. Its unique sweet-bitter flavor contributes to its popularity as a health food.

⊙ Eunsusa Temple (은수사)

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– Tel
+82-63-433-2502

The temple located upon Maisan Mountain was called Sangwonsa Temple during the early Joseon dynasty and was later known as Jeongmyeongam Hermitage. According to the Korean Language Society, the temple began to be called Eunsusa (meaning ‘Silver Water Temple’) after King Taejo (the founder of the Joseon dynasty) visited the temple and remarked that the water flowing nearby was as clean and smooth as pure silver.

The temple is home to the largest known Beopgo (Buddhist drum used for rituals), which was produced in 1982. A stone sculpture and a statue of Granny Samsin (a goddess that looks after babies’ births and keeps them healthy) also stand at the temple. However, the temple’s most treasured assets are its two Natural Monuments: Emerald Gaiety (a climbing vine, Natural Monument No. 380) and the Cheongsil Pear Tree (Natural Monument No. 386). Reverse icicles, though found all over the mountainsides, are most readily and abundantly found in the Eunsusa Temple area.

⊙ Maisan Hwaeomgul Cave (마이산 화엄굴)

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– Homepage
tour.jinan.go.kr (Korean only)

– Tel
+82-63-430-8751

Maisan Mountain has two major peaks made of sedimentary rocks; these peaks are said to be ‘couple peaks’ and cannot be found anywhere else. Sut Maibong (alt. 667 meters) is said to be the male peak while the slightly larger Am Maibong (alt. 673 meters) is deemed the female peak. In the early Joseon period the mountain was named ‘Sokgeumsan,’ but began to be called ‘Maisan’ after the 12th year of King Taejong, who commented that the two peaks resembled horse ears (‘maisan’ meaning ‘horse ears’). All along Maisan Mountain, visitors will find small crater-like rock cavities that are formed by prolonged weathering. These unique geological features, called ‘tafoni,’ are of great academic value.

Inside Hwaeomgul Cave, visitors can observe medicinal water that flows up from underground all throughout the year. It is widely believed that once you drink the water, especially on the days of the Spring and Autumn Equinox, you will soon have a son and be blessed by the mountain spirit. Even today, many women who have difficulty conceiving visit the mountain to pray to the mountain spirits for their heart’s desire—the gift of a child. The region in which Maisan is located is the birthplace of many talented people and national heroes, which some say is proof of the blessings of the mountain and its extremely powerful spirit.

⊙ Maisan Mountain Tafoni Terrain (마이산 타포니지형)

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Tafoni terrain refer to clusters of small caves resembling bombarded peaks. On the southern slope of Ammaibong Peak in Maisan Mountain, various-shaped honeycomb caves are widely spread out. These formations are believed to have been formed during the 4th Ice Age and subsequently shaped by frost action. Such caves are commonly found along coastlines.

⊙ Tapsa Temple (마이산 탑사)

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– Homepage
마이산탑사 maisan.jinan.go.kr (Korean only)

– Tel
+82-63-433-0012

Tapsa Temple is famous for its over 80 stone pagodas. Each pagoda has a name, meaning and role. The pagodas are made of natural stone. They range in x_height from 1 meter to 13.5 meters and in shape from conical to straight. Two twin pagodas behind Daeungjeonhall are the tallest, standing three times the x_height of an average adult.

⊙ Jinan Red Ginseng Spa (진안홍삼스파)

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– Homepage
http://www.redginsengspa.co.kr/

– Tel
+82-1588-7597

Developed with the concept of ‘Nourishing Life’ from Donguibogam (a traditional Korean medical encyclopedia), Jinan Red Ginseng Spa is the only red ginseng and medicinal herbal spa in Korea. Equipped with the largest health spa facility in Korea, Jinan Red Ginseng Spa consists of private spaces for various therapies; the yin-yang pool; and outdoor pools for families to enjoy comfortable moments together. The spa’s programs combine red-ginseng-based herbal medicine with the principles of yin-yang and the five elements. This is in an effort to provide true health and relaxation for both the mind and body. In addition to the spa and therapy facilities, there are various convenient facilities such as a snack bar, a café, and a red-ginseng store.

Maisan Provincial Park (마이산도립공원)