Cheongju Early Printing Museum (Heungdeoksaji Temple Site) (청주 고인쇄박물관(흥덕사지))

11.7 Km 18778 2019-03-19

713, Jikji-daero, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-201-4266

This early printing museum, located on the site of Heungdeoksa Temple in which Jikji, the world's oldest extant book, printed by movable metal type, was printed, was founded on March 17, 1992. Since the technology’s inception, Korea has substantially developed its metal-type printing methods. In this museum, approximately 650 artifacts including ancient movable metal and wooden print books from the Goryeo and Joseon periods, relics from the Heungdeoksaji Temple site (흥덕사지) and printing tools are on display. Here, visitors can learn about the history of the Korean printing technologies and culture.

In addition to exhibition, the museum has been promoted to hold the Cheongju International Printing & Publishing Fair, to study early printing culture and printing types and to publish museum journals and early printing-related papers.

Ullidan Street (운리단길)

11.7 Km 0 2024-03-15

201-1 Saun-ro, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Ullidan Street connects Cheongju Early Printing Museum with Uncheon & Sinbong-dong Community Center. In less than a kilometer, charming cafes, restaurants, and shops have opened one after another, giving the street its name and elevating it to a popular hangout in Cheongju. This street is also the location of the store Nation's Best Banchan, which was run by Jeon Do-yeon’s character in "Crash Course in Romance (2023)." Don’t miss the Yennal Yetjip Goldongpum, an antique store and one of the oldest stores on Ullidan Street. True to its name, the store features old furniture, transistor radios, and other antique items full of nostalgia.

BRIE (브리)

11.8 Km 0 2024-03-15

11 Jikji-daero 753beon-gil, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

BRIE is a cafe with an interior design that emphasizes warmth and sentimentality, featuring a warm wood tone and a green space with air-purifying plants. The cafe is famous for its brunch menu, particularly its Fig Ricotta Sandwich and Brie Cheese Sandwich. Brie Cream Velvet, topped with raspberries, impresses in both taste and visuals, making it a popular feature in social media. The cafe also has large tables perfect for meetings. Small dogs can be brought into the premises.

Yangleem & Café Humanitas (인문 아카이브 양림 & 카페 후마니타스)

11.9 Km 0 2024-02-23

25, Jubong-ro 15beon-gil, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Yangleem & Café Humanitas offers a unique blend of culture and relaxation, featuring an archive housed within a traditional hanok and a contemporary café. The establishment is permeated with the comforting scent of wood and books, merging the architectural elegance of hanok with modern design elements. The café's balcony provides breathtaking views of Jubong Reservoir, adorned with lotus flowers, and the surrounding rice paddies. Their signature beverage, the yeonnip spänner (lotus leaf einspänner), along with espresso, lattes, and herbal teas, are among the favored selections.

Olive Young - Chongju Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 청주대)

11.9 Km 0 2024-04-19

886, Jikji-daero, Cheongwon-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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Newvera Tourist Hotel (청주 뉴베라 관광호텔)

12.1 Km 6936 2021-02-10

32, Pungnyeon-ro 193beon-gil, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-235-8181

Opened in late 1997, the Newvera Tourist Hotel is located in the industrial complex of Cheongju. The hotel's guests largely consist of those who are on business trips to Korea. The hotel performs renovations frequently to keep the facilities as new as possible.

CU - Chungbuk University Entrance Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (cu충북대정문점)

12.1 Km 0 2024-06-27

3, Naesudong-ro 42beon-gil, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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Gagyeong Terminal Market (가경 터미널 시장)

12.2 Km 10657 2023-10-26

24-2, Gagyeong-ro 149beon-gil, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

This market is located about 3 min away from Cheongju Intercity Bus Terminal. It is an important supplier of food and lifestyle goods for the people of Cheongju. Because of its location, it sees significant traffic every day. Like any good Korean market, it's packed with shops that sell food, side dish shops, shops serving old-fashioned whole fried chicken (grilled or fried chicken with the guts removed), and snack stalls. Naturally, it has plenty of snacks, so you can start your journey with a full belly.

CU - Cheongju Bokdae Dream Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (cu청주복대드림점)

12.2 Km 0 2024-06-27

3, Sinyul-ro 139beon-gil, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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ER NC Department Store - Cheongju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ER NC백화점 청주)

12.3 Km 0 2024-04-22

1233, 2sunhwan-ro, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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