Okcheon Yongamsa Temple (용암사(옥천)) – Tel +82-43-732-1400 Yongamsa Temple, located in the mid-slope of Jangyongsan Mountain, is a branch of Beopjusa Temple. It was built during the Silla period. Unlike the more common temple arrangements, the stone pagoda in Yongamsa is uniquely situated on a low peak in the north with a view on all…
Yeongdong Yeongguksa Temple (영국사 (영동)) – Homepage www.yeongguksa.com – Tel +82-43-743-8843 Yeongguksa Temple is nestled at the foot of Cheontaesan Mountain (714.7 meters), at the boundary between Chungcheongbuk-do and Chungcheongnam-do. Visitors must trek through a valley to reach the temple, passing waterfalls and rocks. The time of Yeongguksa Temple’s construction is not clearly known but…
Chungju Jungangtap Park (중앙탑공원 (충주)) – Homepage www.chungju.go.kr – Tel +82-43-842-0532 Chungju Jungangtap Park is home to the Seven-story Stone Pagoda in Tappyeong-ri (National Treasure), set before the beautiful scenery of the Namhangang River. The stone pagoda was built during the Unified Silla period and was the largest stone pagoda at that time. Because of…
Danyanggang Jando Trail (단양강 잔도) – Homepage www.danyang.go.kr – Tel +82-43-422-1146 Danyanggang Jando Trail is a 1.2-kilometer-long trekking path along the Namhangang River. With an amazing view of the surrounding area, the trail is a must-walk when visiting Danyang. There are various attractions nearby, including Mancheonha Skywalk and Suyanggae Light Tunnel, offering a tour experience…
Daecheong Dam Observatory (대청댐 전망대) – Homepage https://www.kwater.or.kr/main.do?s_mid=1 – Tel +82-43-201-0911 Daecheong Dam Observatory overlooks the clear waters of Daecheongho Lake. At the site is Water Culture Center that offers various things to see relating to the dam as well as informational visual aids related to water. The Dacheonggyo Bridge by the observatory connects to…
Danyang Jeokseong Fortress (단양 적성) – Homepage www.danyang.go.kr/ www.cha.go.kr – Tel +82-43-422-1146 Danyang Jeokseong Fortress is a fortress made of stones gathered from Seongjaesan Mountain in Danyang. The fortress was built surrounding the mountain’s southern slope and summit. The fortress had a circumference of 923 meters, but most of it has been destroyed; the only…
Suamgol Café Street(수암골 카페거리) This is a collection of cafés that are situated on a road above Suamgol Village, in Uamsan Mountain, Cheongju. Most of the cafés have terraces, which afford them a view of Cheongju city center and the night view of the city after dark. One can also opt to visit the nearby…
Goesan Historic House of Song Byeong-il (괴산 송병일 고택) – Homepage www.goesan.go.kr/tour This dwelling is a well-preserved example of a traditional Korean house built in the late 19th century, a relic from the era of the Joseon dynasty. It offers insight into the architectural design of the period as well as the domestic life of…
Cheongju Zoo (청주동물원) – Homepage www.cheongju.go.kr Cheongju Zoo houses mammals, birds, and reptiles as its main attractions, featuring iconic animals such as tigers, lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, penguins, seals, and monkeys. Visitors can engage in animal classrooms to learn about the ecology and characteristics of various species. Guided tours by zookeepers offer insights into wildlife…
Seowongyegok Valley (서원계곡) – Homepage www.tourboeun.go.kr Seowongyegok Valley is fed by the Samgacheon Stream, which originates from Songnisan Mountain and flows through Samga Reservoir in an S-shaped curve. It is relatively gentle in slope, and the stream is quite wide. The area is home to the 600-year-old Seowon-ri Pine Tree. Aside from enjoying the beautiful…