Yonghyeon National Recreational Forest (국립 용현자연휴양림)

18.2Km 29151 2020-08-26

339, Maaesamjonbul-gil, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-664-1978

Yonghyeon National Recreational Forest is situated in the heart of Yonghyeon Valley between the ridges of Gayasan Mountain around Seongmunbong Peak (alt. 678 m). The forest boasts splendid natural landscape. A hiking trail and loop trail through the forest are established along the ridges of the mountain and connect to the road leading to Seosan Farm, so hiking and walking are convenient and one can get a great view of the Yellow Sea in the distance. The valley waters are particularly clean and clear, and the forest features dense groves of oak trees. There are group accommodation facilities and forest education classes. For an educational and cultural excursion, visitors can also learn about the later Baekje period in a nearby education facility.

Yeonpo Beach (연포해수욕장)

18.3Km 44628 2022-08-04

43 , Yeonpo 2-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2114

Located on the Taean Coast, Yeonpo Beach has been a popular vacation spot since 1972. Yeonpo Beach is long and curved, providing a magnificent scenery. It is famous for having the longest period of seasonal operation in the country thanks to its relatively high water temperature as a result of the warm currents. The pine groves and oddly shaped rocks along the coastline make for a fine view.

Anmyeon Beach (안면 해수욕장)

18.7Km 17968 2021-06-30

Jeongdang-ri, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691

Anmyeon Beach is a 10-minute drive away from Yeonyukgyo Bridge, located in southern Taean. The way to the beach is led by sceneries of mountains and rice paddies. Upon arrival, the view gets replaced with a wide-open sandy beach with small islets scattered across the ocean. Anmyeon Beach is also a popular site for rock fishing and catching clams and baby crabs at low tide.

Rock-carved Buddha Triad in Yonghyeon-ri, Seosan (서산 용현리 마애여래삼존상)

18.8Km 37513 2020-03-27

65-13, Maaesamjonbul-gil, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-660-2538

Seosan Maaesamjonbul (Rock-Carved Buddha Triad) is carved into a huge rock cliff at the entrance to Bowonsa Temple at Gayasan Mountain. The Rock-Carved Buddha was discovered in 1958, and is considered the oldest and one of the most outstanding Buddha rock carvings in Korea.

Standing Buddha stands in the center, the cross-legged Buddha is to the right, and Standing Bodhisattva is on the left. The main Buddha, Yearaeipsang (Standing Buddha) is 2.8m high.

All sculptures carved in the middle of Baekje (6th century) are called "Baekje's Smile," named for their trademark bright smiles. The appearance of the smile changes depending on the direction of the sunlight, so these statues were designated as National Treasure No. 84. The best time to see the smile is from 9-11 a.m.

The location, an important site along a key transportation route from China to Baekje, is on the way to Buyeo from the Taean peninsula. The masterful work represents the active interchange of culture with China during that time period.

Deoksan Provincial Park (덕산도립공원)

18.9Km 8986 2019-12-18

Deoksan-myeon, Yesan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

The name “Deoksan” has been shortened from its original name, Deoksungsan Mountain. This mountain area boasts a beautiful valleys and the Sudeoksa Temple, which is unique in that only Buddhist nuns can be found here. The main building of the Sudeoksa Temple, the Daeunjeon, has been preserved in its original condition. This was first constructed in 1308 and has been designated a national treasure. As well as the Deungjeon, the Sudeoksa Temple houses many cultural treasures, such as the Sudeoksa 3-storey stone pagoda.

Hongseong Namdang Port Jumbo Shrimp Festival (홍성남당항 대하축제)

19.0Km 26270 2024-08-12

213-1 Namdanghang-ro, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-10-5433-8196

Namdang Port, located at the west end of Hongseong, is a famous west coast port known for its exceptional seafood. Surrounded by the clean waters of Cheonsuman Bay, Namdang Port is home to a wide array of sea life including blue crab, cockle and webfoot octopus. Namdang Port also draws throngs of visitors from early September to mid-October every year for the country’s largest Jumbo Shrimp Festival.

Deoksungsan Mountain (덕숭산)

19.0Km 7356 2021-06-30

Deoksan-myeon, Yesan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-339-8930

Deoksungsan Mountain is referred to as Chungcheong region's Geumgangsan Mountain for its beauty. Within Deoksungsan Mountain is Sudeoksa Temple, famous for its Daeungjeon Hall as the oldest surviving wooden building in Korea. The mountain's most prominent features are the oddly shaped rocks that are often compared to the shape of a human skull or a beast with its mouth wide open. Some of the most scenic points are Wonhyobong Peak, Seongmunbong Peak, and Haetaebawi Rock. Several Buddhist temples and cultural heritages occupy the mountain. The mountain is also a popular destination for family trips thanks to its short hiking course and Deoksan Hot Springs.

Hongseong Namdang Port Saejogae Festival (홍성남당항 새조개축제)

19.0Km 89385 2024-01-24

1-1 Namdanghang-ro 213beon-gil, Seobu-myeon, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-634-0104

Hongseong Namdang Port Saejogae Festival celebrates the saejogae (egg cockle) that is harvested around Namdang Port and Cheonsuman Bay between December and April of every year. The plump saejogae are famous for their chewy texture and nutritional value, full of protein, iron, and other essential minerals.

Hongseong Namdang Port Sea Trout Festival (홍성남당항 바다송어 페스티벌)

19.0Km 0 2024-05-22

1-1 Namdanghang-ro 213beon-gil, Seobu-myeon, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-634-0104

Hongseong Namdang Port Sea Trout Festival celebrates the local spring-time catch of sea trout, a healthy food with a tasty flavor and chewy texture. During the festival, enjoy a range of activities including performances and catching barehanded fishing.

Namdang Port (남당항)

19.1Km 15674 2024-06-05

Namdang-ri, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-630-1224

Namdang Port is a representative port on the West Coast. Known for having plenty of prawn, cockle, flat fish, rock fish and other types of seafood, the port draws visitors all year round. Cockles in particular are a local delicacy, usually enjoyed as cockle shabu shabu or charcoal-grilled cockle. A nearby attraction to visit is the bamboo grove of Jukdo Island

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