Yonghyeon National Recreational Forest (국립 용현자연휴양림)

17.4 Km 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.

Hamdeok Catholic Church (합덕성당)

17.6 Km 752 2023-06-22

16 , Hapdeokseongdang 2-gil, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Hamdeok Catholic Church was built in 1929 in the gothic style. The church started out as Yangchon Catholic Church in Sanggung-ri, but was moved to the current location by the priest, and renamed Hamdeok Catholic Church. The name was later changed to New Apdeok Catholic Church before being returned to the current Hamdeok Catholic Church.

Hapdeokje Reservoir (합덕제)

17.9 Km 0 2023-07-17

395 Hapdeok-ri, Hapdeok-eup, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Hapdeokje is a reservoir located in Dangjin, Chungcheongnam-do. Designated as a Chungcheongnam-do Monument in 1989, it is known to have been built in the late Unified Silla period for the irrigation of Yedang Plain (Sodeulgangmun Gate). It attracts many tourists in spring with cherry blossoms and canola flower blossoms and in summer with lotus flowers in full bloom. The Hapdeokje Ecotourism Experience Center (opened in 2021) and Hapdeok Folk Irrigation Museum are located nearby, so you can stop by when traveling in the area.

Seosan Gaesimsa Temple (개심사(서산))

18.3 Km 49163 2021-09-18

321-86, Gaesimsa-ro, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-688-2256

Situated in a dense forest in Sangwangsan Mountain and 6 kilometers away from Haemi-myeon, Gaesimsa Temple is one of the four major temples in Chungcheongnam-do. The path from the parking lot to the temple site is quite remote and curved, but beautiful especially in spring when cherry blossoms are in full bloom.

The temple was built in 1484 during the 15th year of King Seongjong and designated as a Treasure. The architecture of the temple stands out, as the buildings use bent tree trunks for pillars.

Waemok Village Sunrise Festival (왜목마을 해넘이 해돋이 축제)

18.6 Km 13096 2020-02-13

Waemok-gil, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-10-2520-7894

The Waemok Village Sunrise Festival takes place in Waemok Village in Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do. Around 100,000 people visit the festival every year to see the simple and poetic sunrise. The village is one of the top three suprise viewing spots in Korea. Starting in the afternoon of December 31, various sunrise events will begin, including tourist singing contests, celebrity guest performances, a New Year’s countdown, and burning daljip (brushwood bonfire) to make a wish. When the new year begins, visitors can take in the sunrise and warm up with some tteokguk (sliced rice cake soup) at the end of the festival.

Waemok Village (왜목마을)

18.7 Km 47681 2024-06-05

15-5 Waemok-gil, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Waemok Village, surrounded by the West Sea, is located on the northernmost point of Dangjin in Chungcheongnam-do. Because of its long and narrow geographical characteristics and the topographic division of the sea into the west and east regions, one can enjoy the beautiful sunrise, sunset and moonrise here. The village is a popular attraction for photographers, especially for photos of the natural landscape.

Waemok Beach (왜목해수욕장)

18.7 Km 9174 2024-02-22

26 Waemok-gil, Seongmun-myeon, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Waemok Beach protrudes eastward along the coast, offering views of sunrise, sunset, and moonrise. With sandy shores and rocky outcrops, visitors can enjoy swimming in the sea, rock fishing, and exploring tidal flats. A 1.2km waterfront deck allows for leisurely walks along the beach. Additionally, there is a Sailing Around the World Exhibition Hall and operating summer yacht experience programs.

Monte Bianco (몬테비안코)

18.9 Km 5703 2024-03-19

73, Pyeongtaekhangman-gil, Poseung-eup, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-8053-7777

Monte Bianco is a restaurant on the 15th floor with a great view of Pyeongtaek Port and the Seohaedaegyo Bridge. Its signature menu is the Live Lobster Special, which includes the house wine. Monte Bianco is housed in a rotating glass cylinder, so one reaches a full circle in 3 hours as one dines. Don’t miss the beautiful sunset beyond the Seohaedaegyo Bridge.

Pyeongtaek Sudosa Temple (수도사 (평택))

18.9 Km 11599 2021-08-11

58, Hoam-gil, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-682-3169

Sudosa Temple is known for its well-being food. Designated as “Slow Food Test Village,” the temple emphasizes the idea that healthy food cleanses the body and enriches the soul, leading to true salvation. Sudosa Temple operates traditional temple food and temple experience programs that allow visitors to gain a deeper understanding of Monk Wonhyo’s beliefs.

E-Mart - Seosan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 서산)

19.8 Km 0 2024-04-22

3685, Seohae-ro, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

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