Gakwonsa Temple (각원사)

0m 29584 2024-03-15

245 Gagwonsa-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-561-3545

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.

Deulkkot (들꽃)

1.5 Km 7462 2016-10-20

110, Hoseodae-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-522-0280, +82-41-522-0580

Deulkkot specialties include hanjeongsik (Korean course meal) and meat dishes. The restaurant has a beautiful garden, so it’s a great place to dine and enjoy the natural scenery at the same time.

National Mang-Hyang Cemetery (국립 망향의 동산)

2.1 Km 10343 2020-03-23

372-8, Manghyang-ro, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-557-7001

The National Mang-Hyang Cemetery provides a resting place for the souls of Koreans who resided and passed away in foreign lands. The Korean government built the cemetery in 1976 for compatriots who were forced to leave their beloved homeland under the Japanese colonial rule and ultimately passed away in foreign lands. In addition to graveyards, the cemetery also houses the KAL Memorial Tower. Every fall, a large memorial service is held.

Nogwon (녹원)

3.5 Km 6671 2019-06-11

140, Yuryang-ro, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
82-41-555-3531

This traditional Korean restaurant has a history of 20 years and includes facilities suitable for special occasions like 1st and 60th birthday parties. It has a large parking lot and rooms of different sizes where you can dine comfortably in private.