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Sejong Singwangsa Temple (신광사 (세종))

10.1 Km    7054     2023-04-07

24, Togolgogae-gil, Sejong-si
+82-44-865-5601

Singwangsa Temple is located on Nojeoksan Mountain. It is estimated to have been built 160 years ago, and renovated in 1920 by head monk Lee Gyeong-jik. The temple, originally called Togoljeol or Suryangsa, was renamed Singwangsa by monk Hyewon in 1980. Visitors will discover that this temple is filled with youthful energy. Although the temple has a short history, its location near Hongik University Sejong Campus has helped the temple become popular among college students.

Sangnok Aquapia (천안상록리조트 아쿠아피아)

10.3 Km    9693     2017-07-22

576, Susin-ro, Susin-myeon, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-560-9000, 9114

Cheonan’s Sangnok Resort possesses a diverse entertainment facility, offering a Leisure Town with Sangnok Hotel, a convention center, Sangnok Land, and golf course. Sangnok’s featured attraction is Aquapia, known as a “Water World", or "Water Paradise”.

If you take a look around the indoor water-park, Aquapia, there is a variety of fun awaiting each guest: a tidal wave pool with 5 different types of waves; 'The Flowrider', a ride that simulates the thrill of surfing on ocean waters; 'Master Blaster', a ride that takes two riders up at a time, up and down through the water’s heavy pressure; 2 new slides; and 3 types of spas used as resting areas.

Sanjang Garden (산장가든)

Sanjang Garden (산장가든)

10.4 Km    15007     2024-03-20

1131-7 Dosingobok-ro, Yeonseo-myeon, Sejong-si
+82-44-867-3333

Sanjang Garden is a Korean restaurant specializing in grilling pork galbi over charcoal. In addition to pork galbi, they also serve dishes such as naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles), dongchimi guksu (noodles with radish water kimchi), and sujebi (hand-pulled dough soup). Surrounded by lakes and mountains, the restaurant offers a picturesque setting and has been featured multiple times on Korean television. It's approximately a 15-minute drive from Jochiwon Station by car or taxi.

Taehaksan Recreational Forest (태학산자연휴양림)

Taehaksan Recreational Forest (태학산자연휴양림)

11.1 Km    14086     2021-06-15

188, Donmaru 1-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-529-5108

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.

The Independence Hall of Korea (독립기념관)

The Independence Hall of Korea (독립기념관)

11.4 Km    53989     2023-08-22

1, Dongnipginyeomgwan-ro, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

The Independence Hall of Korea collects, preserves, displays, and researches Korean historical documents and relics from the past to the present, focusing on the independence movements during the Japanese colonial period. The Independence Hall officially opened on the anniversary of Independence Day in 1987 thanks to donations from the public.

Sejong Culture & Arts Center (세종문화예술회관)

11.8 Km    7444     2021-09-01

22, Munyehoegwan-gil, Sejong-si
+82-44-301-3523

Located in Sejong Special Self-Governing City, the Sejong Culture & Arts Center is a multi-purpose cultural space for performances and exhibitions. It offers a variety of opportunities for local artists as well as a place to enjoy culture and arts for local residents.

Cheonan Three-way Intersection Park (천안삼거리공원)

Cheonan Three-way Intersection Park (천안삼거리공원)

11.8 Km    22108     2021-03-11

410, Chungjeol-ro, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-550-2445

The Cheonan Three-way Intersection Park (Cheonan Samgeori Park) used to be a three-way junction that divides into the road to Seoul in the north; Daegu, Gyeongju, and Dongnae in the southeast; and Jeonju, Gwangju, and Mokpo in the southwest. In the Joseon dynasty, the intersection served as a major division point, with travelers of different classes, from wealthy officials to humble scholars, stopping by to take a break on their way. Many legends and enjoyable folk songs, known as heungtaryeong, originated from this area. This significant junction was developed into a park by planting trees, rearranging facilities, and holding cultural events to honor the site's history and attract visitors.

La Foresta (라포레스타)

11.9 Km    0     2024-02-20

130 Daecheop-ro, Yeonseo-myeon, Sejong-si

La Foresta is a café with a spacious outdoor garden. The interior has a cozy atmosphere with wood tones. The garden is adorned with various types of trees and flowers, creating a park-like ambiance. Signature drinks include foresta double latte, made with hazelnut milk and espresso, blood orange featuring blood orange infused tea, and dewy cherry mango, a refreshing blend of cherry tea with mango puree and coconut jelly.

Mihyang (미향)

Mihyang (미향)

11.9 Km    10778     2016-10-25

1, Munhwa 4-gil, Jochiwon-eup, Sejong-si
+82-41-866-3173

Mihyang is a seafood restaurant specializing in haemul-jjim (steamed seafood).

Sejong Yeonhwasa Temple (연화사 (세종))

12.0 Km    12073     2022-10-13

28-1, Yeonhwasa-gil, Sejong-si
+82-44-862-8620

Yeonhwasa Temple is said to have been built by Hong Mun-seop. After having a dream, Hong dug the current site of Yeonhwasa Temple to find two stone Buddha statues and built a temple there. It was designated a traditional temple in 1988. The temple features Muryangsujeon Hall, Samseonggak Hall, and Yosachae (monks’ residence).

There used to be a building with a tile roof, but following the discovery of a stele with the inscription of “Muin Year” and a pedestal, the roof was improved. The side of the stele is in a trapezoid shape with a wider bottom. It is thought to date back to the Unified Silla era. The temple is also home to a stele with seven relief Buddhist images. Together with the stone images of Biamsa and Jeonganmyeon, this stele is considered to have cast a new light on the Ancient Art.