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Gakwonsa Temple (각원사)

Gakwonsa Temple (각원사)

18.6Km    2024-03-15

245 Gagwonsa-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Gakwonsa Temple, nestled midway up Taejosan Mountain in Cheonan, stands as a beacon of hope for the peaceful reunification of Korea. The temple's most renowned feature is the immense bronze statue of the seated Amitabha Buddha, which measures 15 meters in x_height, 30 meters in circumference, and weighs 60 tons. Additionally, Gakwonsa Temple is distinguished by its Daeungjeon Hall, the largest Dharma Hall in Korea. The temple's Gaesan Memorial Hall houses a collection of artifacts associated with the temple.

Dongtan Lake Park (동탄호수공원)

19.4Km    2024-02-29

67 Dongtansunhwan-daero, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Dongtan Lake Park, an artificial lake created by damming Songbangcheon Stream, is nestled in the heart of a residential area. This urban oasis offers a well-being space featuring expansive grassy fields and a picturesque picnic area by the lake. The park is equipped with walking trails, sports facilities, a water playground, and a large water fountain that hosts regular fountain shows. Additionally, from May to September each year, the Luna Show, a captivating multimedia fountain display, enhances the park's nighttime ambiance.

Arario Sculpture Plaza (아라리오 조각광장)

Arario Sculpture Plaza (아라리오 조각광장)

19.5Km    2024-09-04

43 Mannam-ro, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

The Arario Sculpture Plaza is visited by over 70,000 people a day, being located outside the Arario Gallery Cheonan, between Cheonan Bus Terminal and Shinsegae Department Store. The plaza is decorated minimally, with just stone benches to enjoy the 30 works of art installed.