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Taehaksan Recreational Forest (태학산자연휴양림)

Taehaksan Recreational Forest (태학산자연휴양림)

9.1Km    2021-06-15

188, Donmaru 1-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Taehaksan Mountain is located south of the borders of Sucheol-ri, Asan; Samtae-ri, and Maedang-ri in Cheonan. The mountain is known for the Rock-carved Standing Buddha (Treasure No. 407), which displays typical patterns of Buddha statues from the Goryeo era. The mountain gets its name from its shape that resemble a dancing crane. Native flowers and trees are scattered throughout the mountain, and the park's dense pine forest makes this park a great family vacation destination.

Onyang Hot Springs (온양온천지구)

Onyang Hot Springs (온양온천지구)

13.5Km    2024-03-28

1459 Oncheon-daero, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Onyang Hot Springs is the oldest hot springs complex in Korea, a place where the kings of Joseon (1392-1897) recuperated and bathed, thanks to its proximity to Seoul. In the 1970s and 1980s, it was a popular honeymoon destination. The water here has a temperature of about 44-60℃ and contains substances that are beneficial for the human body. The area boasts a large number of hotels and water parks.

Bongjae Fishing Area (봉재낚시터)

Bongjae Fishing Area (봉재낚시터)

13.9Km    2024-02-28

1258-27, Chungmu-ro, Dunpo-myeon, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Bongjae Fishing Area is in the Bongjae Reservoir, located north of Asan. Fishing can be enjoyed by the lakeside or on the fishing platforms, even in the early morning. Mini pensions, restaurants, and convenience stores can be found nearby. The platforms are also equipped with a variety of amenities. Aside from fishing, one can also enjoy the view of the area on foot or in a car.

Jeonuihyanggyo Confucian School (전의향교)

Jeonuihyanggyo Confucian School (전의향교)

14.1Km    2025-05-20

5-18, Bukchon 1-gil, Sejong-si

Jeonuihyanggyo Confucian School is thought to have been built in 1413 during the 13th year of King Taejong’s reign. The school features a simple spatial arrangement with only Myeongnyundang and Daeseongjeon Study Halls, each with three gates in the front. Outside the western wall of Myeongnyundang Hall is Sujiksa Temple.

Several books - Jaeimnok, Seonan, several texts on rituals, and Eojeyuneum (1782-1783), which was published in 1782 (6th year of King Jeongjo’s reign) and 1783, have been found at Jeonui Hyanggyo.

Oeam Folk Village (외암민속마을)

Oeam Folk Village (외암민속마을)

14.3Km    2025-12-16

13-2 Oeamminsok-gil 9beon-gil, Songak-myeon, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Oeam Folk Village, located in Asan, boasts a history spanning over 500 years. This agricultural village has preserved its ancient houses and cultural heritage remarkably well. At the entrance, visitors are greeted by a recreation of a traditional market. The village offers Hanokstay programs, allowing guests to stay in traditional Korean houses, and provides interactive experiences that recreate traditional Korean agricultural practices and crafts.

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The main filming location for the K-Drama "Missing: The Other Side 2" is Oeam Folk Village. As the protagonists investigate the truth in a village of souls that only they can see, the peaceful scenery of Oeam Folk Village provides a mysterious backdrop, adding depth and immersion to the series.

Unjusanseong Fortress (운주산성)

15.5Km    2021-08-31

Migok-ri, Sejong-si

Unjusanseong Fortress, also known as Gosansanseong Fortress, is a cultural heritage of the Baekje dynasty. This is a mountain fortress built along the surrounding three mountain peaks in the westernmost and southernmost parts of Unjusan Mountain. The stone fortress wall, which borders three villages in Jeondong-myeon and two villages in Jeonui-myeon, is 3,210 meters long and two meters wide with a x_height that ranges from two to eight meters. The walls follow the natural geographical features of the mountain range, with the southern walls surrounding the mountain's peak.

Remnants of a village can still be observed within the fortress walls, such as the fortress gate and a ritual site. Pieces of earthenware from the Baekje period, porcelain from the Goryeo and Joseon periods, and broken tiles from the Baekje, Goryeo and Joseon periods have been discovered around the site as well.

Gangdanggolgyegok Valley (강당골계곡)

Gangdanggolgyegok Valley (강당골계곡)

15.5Km    2024-02-22

510, Gangdang-ri, Songak-myeon, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Gangdanggolgyegok Valley is located at the northern foot of Gwangdeoksan Mountain at the boundary between Asan and Cheonan, through which the Oeamcheon Stream flows. The valley has clear water and a lush forest, making it a great place for forest bathing and summertime swimming. Gwangdeoksan Mountain also has excellent hiking trails. The village has campgrounds and pensions for accommodations, along with several restaurants.

Asan Spavis (아산스파비스)

Asan Spavis (아산스파비스)

16.2Km    2024-06-05

67 Asanoncheon-ro 157beon-gil, Eumbong-myeon, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Asan Spavis, a comprehensive hot springs resort established in July 2008, offers a diverse range of relaxation and entertainment options. Guests can enjoy both indoor and outdoor pools, various sauna facilities, and a unique event pool that features twenty-three distinct themes throughout the year, including tangerine, herbs, and rose. Additionally, the resort boasts a theme park equipped with a 75-meter-long wave pool and multiple slides, providing fun and excitement for all ages.

Paradise (파라다이스)

Paradise (파라다이스)

16.7Km    2024-12-23

7-7 , Asanoncheon-ro 157beon-gil, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Located in Asan, Chungcheongnam-do, Paradise Hotel is surrounded by mountains and has a spacious and convenient parking lot. All rooms have a Mediterranean-style layout and interior, while the popular VIP rooms come with either jacuzzi, bath tub or sauna. The hotel is clean and well managed, and all rooms are suitable for families.

Cheonan Gwangdeoksa Temple (광덕사(천안))

Cheonan Gwangdeoksa Temple (광덕사(천안))

16.8Km    2021-12-01

30, Gwangdeoksa-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Gwangdeoksa Temple is said to be established in 637 by Monk Jajang Yulsa during the Silla Kingdom and was refurbished during the reign of King Heungdeok (832). The temple sits in the southeast of Gwangdeoksan Mountain, which borders Asan-si and Cheonan-si, and the southwest of Taehwasan Mountain. It was the biggest temple within Chungcheong and Gyeonggi regions before the Japanese invasion. However, it was burnt down during the Japanese invasion and the main buildings such as Daeungjeon, Myeongbujeon and Cheonbuljeon Halls are relatively new compared to the other original facilities.