Gilsang (길상)

13.3 Km 3247 2024-02-14

43 Jeonmin-ro 6beon-gil, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

Café Gilsang, a haven for classical music enthusiasts, offers pour-over coffee made with in-house roasted beans. The café's walls are adorned with a collection of 2,000 vinyl records, showcased like art pieces. Adding to the charm are the vacuum tube amplifiers and vinyl turntables prominently displayed at the bar. It's an ideal spot for enjoying a book accompanied by classical tunes.

Gugu Jeonbok Samgyetang (구구전복삼계탕)

13.4 Km 19 2024-02-15

2 Biraeseo-ro 81beon-gil, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon
042-623-9952

Gugu Jeonbok Samgyetang is a restaurant specializing in samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup), a traditional Korean nutritious dish. Their signature offering is a unique version of samgyetang that includes abalone and shingled hedgehog mushrooms. The nurungji (scorched rice) served alongside is also a delicacy. In addition to that, they offer origui (grilled duck), ori jumulleok (spicy stir-fried marinated duck), and abalone dishes. Renowned for their rich flavors, these dishes are popularly believed to help recover health, especially during the summer heat.

Chondak Sanori (촌닭산오리)

13.5 Km 3 2024-02-15

168 Dongbu-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Chondak Sanori is a Korean restaurant specializing in duck dishes. One of their popular menu items is ori roseu (grilled duck), a dish featuring seasoned duck meat grilled on a pan. This dish is renowned for its tender and savory taste without any gamey smell, making it consistently appealing to diners. When you order ori roseu, it is accompanied by a spicy oritang (duck soup), offering a balanced meal that isn't overly rich, allowing guests to savor duck cuisine without feeling too heavy.

Uam Historical Park (우암사적공원)

13.5 Km 11193 2024-02-29

53 Chungjeong-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-673-9286

Uam Historical Park, situated in the eastern part of Daejeon, is both a cultural heritage site and a park. It was once the place where Uam Song Siyeol (1607-1689), a scholar and government official during the Joseon dynasty, conducted his research and educational activities. The traditional houses established during his time and the relics left by Song Siyeol are still preserved, and visitors can view these artifacts at the historic museum. The park also features a pond within its premises.

Gapsa Temple (갑사)

13.7 Km 16096 2021-12-17

567-3, Gapsa-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-857-8981

Gapsa Temple is located in the forested foothills of Gyeryongsan Mountain, 19 kilometers from Gongju and a three-hour walk from Donghaksa Temple. The temple is most beautiful during fall when surrounded by crimson foliage. Gapsa Temple was established by monk Adohwasang in 420, during the early Baekje Period. The temple's beauty allowed it to escape destruction many times, but it was ultimately burned down during the Imjin War (1592-1598). The current structures were built in 1604. Nearby attractions include Yongmunpokpo Falls, Sujeongbong Peak, and Cheonjinbotab Pagoda.

Conto (꽁뚜식당)

13.8 Km 9 2024-02-15

111 Sintanjin-ro 36beon-gil, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon

Conto is a Chinese restaurant specializing in Bukgyeong ori (grilled Beijing duck). Guests can enjoy the lightly greasy and flavorful grilled duck cooked in a oven. The restaurant provides options for both individual Bukgyeong ori dishes and a set course menu. Given the extended preparation time for the dishes, making a reservation prior to visiting is recommended. Located near a pond, Conto offers a charming atmosphere that enhances the dining experience.

Solbat Mukjip (솔밭묵집)

14.0 Km 7 2024-02-14

51 Gwanyong-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

Solbat Mukjip is a restaurant celebrated for its 40-year tradition in crafting dotorimuk (acorn jelly salad), a culinary specialty of Daejeon. The city is so famed for its acorn jelly that it hosts an acorn jelly village. The restaurant's standout dish is chaemuk (chilled acorn jelly and rice soup), a delightful blend of chopped acorn jelly immersed in broth and garnished with sour chopped kimchi, sesame oil, laver flakes, and roasted sesame powder. The combination of the nutty acorn jelly salad with the tangy broth creates a uniquely delicious flavor. Additionally, the thinly batter-fried acorn jelly is a popular choice. This dish is served with a side of refreshing radish water kimchi and other accompaniments.

63beon-gil (63번길)

14.0 Km 0 2024-02-28

21 Gwanyong-ro 63beon-gil, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

63beon-gil is a Korean restaurant situated near Daedeok Techno Valley, renowned for its gomtang (beef bone soup). This soup is crafted by simmering Korean beef brisket and chuck eye roll for an extended duration. The menu showcases various dishes incorporating Korean beef, such as gomtang, yukhoe (beef tartare), and yukhoe bibimbap (beef tartare bibimbap). Moreover, the establishment features a gallery and café on the second floor for visitors to enjoy.

Gapsagyegok Valley (갑사계곡)

14.4 Km 58634 2024-02-21

519 Gapsa-ro, Gyeryong-myeon, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Gapsagyegok Valley is a valley located on the northwest slope of Gyeryongsan Mountain in Gongju-si. With moderate temperatures even in summer, it is suitable as a recreational area, while the autumn foliage adds to its beauty. At the entrance lies Gapsa Temple, a Buddhist temple with various cultural assets, offering insights into Korean Buddhist culture. Within the valley, visitors can enjoy forest walks and view attractions such as the Yongmunpokpo Falls.

Sikjangsan Cultural Park (Sunrise Observatory) (식장산 문화공원(해돋이전망대))

14.4 Km 35273 2023-02-09

32-834, Secheongongwon-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Sikjangsan (623.6 meters) is a mountain spanning three regions - Dong-gu of Daejeon, Gunbuk-myeon and Gunseo-myeon of Okcheon-gun. As the tallest peak in the city located in the southeastern part of Dong-gu, Daejeon, it stands proudly next to great mountains in neighboring regions such as Seodaesan, the tallest peak in Chungcheongnam-do (904 meters), and Daeseongsan, the tallest in Okcheon (705 meters). Home of a 4.82 million-square-meter large, natural ecosystem preservation forest designated by the city, Sikjangsan is an ecological repository featuring plants of 224 species, 45 varieties, 187 genera, and 78 families; 45 kinds of mammals such as roe deer, squirrels, wildcats, raccoons and bats; over 100 types of birds; reptiles; and amphibians.
Sikjangsan Cultural Park is an ecological park that continues from Secheon Park to Sikjangsan Sunrise Observatory. The cultural park was established at the peak of the mountain, which had been regarded as one of the best nightscape viewpoints in Daejeon. A traditional tower built inside the cultural park adds a sense of classical dignity. An observatory from which the entire city can be seen in a single view is also located here. People of all ages and genders visit the tower and observatory to enjoy the expansive view of Daejeon.

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