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Korea History and Culture Park (한민족역사문화공원)

Korea History and Culture Park (한민족역사문화공원)

12.5Km    2025-01-08

284-88, Gyocheonjisan-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-620-6700

The Korea History and Culture Park is located in one of the most relaxing places on earth.The park is based on Korea's creation myth with many sculptures and exhibitions about the Korean people's history and culture. Among the statues are important religious and philosophical figures who taught and promoted peace on earth.

Cheonghyang Ilsik (청향일식)

Cheonghyang Ilsik (청향일식)

13.0Km    2025-05-20

97, Jangan 1-gil, Jochiwon-eup, Sejong-si
+82-44-866-7725

Cheonghyang Ilsik is a Japanese restaurant specializing in seafood made with fresh fish and shellfish. In addition to serving delicious dishes, the restaurant also presents a traditional interior design complete with wooden and roof tiles.

Jocheon Lotus Park (조천연꽃공원)

Jocheon Lotus Park (조천연꽃공원)

13.8Km    2025-05-20

226 Beonam-ri, Jochiwon-eup, Sejong-si

Jocheon Lotus Park is an ecological park established by cultivating white lotus, red lotus, and water lilies on abandoned agricultural land. Developed on former farmland, the park blossoms with vibrant lotus flowers during the summer months of July and August. As visitors stroll along the deck path, they can relish the soothing sounds of Jocheon Stream. The pathway along the Jocheon Riverside is especially scenic in spring, adorned with cherry blossoms, earning it the name Jocheonbyeon Cherry Blossom Path. This provides a picturesque backdrop for flower viewing and photography.

Cheonan Gwangdeoksa Temple (광덕사(천안))

Cheonan Gwangdeoksa Temple (광덕사(천안))

14.1Km    2021-12-01

30, Gwangdeoksa-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-567-0050

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.

Nblgaok (앤블가옥)

Nblgaok (앤블가옥)

14.2Km    2024-02-22

1, Wongeori 13-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Nblgaok is a cultural complex located in the old city center of Cheonan. It contains a bookstore, café, restaurant, a meeting place, a ceramics workshop, and a guesthouse. The first floor has the bookstore [Bobuart] and the café [Dongyang Chwimi]. The second floor has the [Wongeori Sikdang] and the rental space [Binkan]. The third floor is home to the ceramic workshop [Hwamyodo], and the fourth floor has the guesthouse [Maroco Stay]. 

Haklimjae (학림재)

Haklimjae (학림재)

14.4Km    2025-05-20

75-3 , Taesan-gil, , Sejong-si
+82-10-3478-1004

Hakrimjae is a hanok stay in Taesan-ri, Janggun-myeon, Sejong City, Chungcheongnam-do. The house and yard are rented out as a unit. The hanok has three sleeping rooms, a kitchen, a living room, and two bathrooms. The living room has a beam projector and karaoke machine, making it an ideal space for meetings, corporate retreats and club outings;  traditional weddings and outdoor exhibition events are also held in Hakrimjae. Guests can hold an outdoor barbecue, or use the wood-fired furnace and cauldron. Vegetables and fruits from the house’s garden are provided by season, and woodcraft and traditional sauce making experiences are available on prior reservation.

Arario Sculpture Plaza (아라리오 조각광장)

Arario Sculpture Plaza (아라리오 조각광장)

15.9Km    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.

Eco Healing Red Clay Trail (에코힐링 황톳길)

Eco Healing Red Clay Trail (에코힐링 황톳길)

15.9Km    2024-02-22

159 Gongwon-ro, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

The Eco Healing Red Clay Trail is located along the border of Cheonan and Asan. This 2.5km walking path is intended for barefoot hiking, featuring both mats and red clay surfaces. It links to conventional hiking trails that ascend into the mountains. The surrounding forest offers opportunities for forest bathing, with the chance to spot small wildlife among the trees. For relaxation, pavilions and chairs are dispersed along the trail, and facilities for foot washing are available at the end of the trail.

Gangdanggolgyegok Valley (강당골계곡)

Gangdanggolgyegok Valley (강당골계곡)

16.1Km    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.

ON City Hotel / 오엔시티호텔

ON City Hotel / 오엔시티호텔

16.9Km    2025-03-18

105, Buldang 4-ro, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-553-8080

ON City Hotel is a premium business hotel in Cheonan. The hotel is located in Buldang-dong, the center of transport, culture, and shopping in the Cheonan and Asan region, and just a 5-minute drive away from the KTX Cheonan Asan Station. Opened in 2016, ON City Hotel boasts of clean and up-to-date facilities. The 159 rooms provide a pleasant and modern space equipped with a smart digital system. Some of the rooms even have an LG Styler, which disinfects and irons clothes. There are a variety of facilities such as a conference room for large-scale events; a ballroom for weddings, parties and group events; a meeting center for business meetings; City Cafe; restaurant Cucina; Roof Top Garden that only opens in the summer; fitness center; and man-only sauna. The hotel is close to the Cheonan City Hall and the industrial district, offering convenient access to major tourist attractions in the region as it takes about 20 minutes to the Independence Hall of Korea; 15 minutes to Hyeonchungsa Temple; 17 minutes to Oiam Folk Village; 7 minutes to Mediterranean Village; 25 minutes to Asan Spavia; and 30 minutes to Dogo Spa.