Unjangsan National Recreational Forest (국립 운장산자연휴양림)

.0M 2024-04-07

77, Hyuyangnim-gil, Jinan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-432-1193

Unjangsan National Recreational Forest is located within Galgeogyegok Valley in Unjangsan Mountain. The valley has a 7-kilometer-long stream and natural attractions such as Madangbawi Rock and Haegiso Pond.

Uniram Baniramgyegok Valley (운일암 반일암 계곡)

9.6Km 2025-01-10

1926, Dongsangjucheon-ro, Jucheon-myeon, Jinan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-430-8382

Uniram Baniramgyegok Valley (5 km long) falls between Myeongdeokbong Peak and Myeongdobong Peak in the northeastern region of Mount Unjangsan. The name Uniram refers to the steep walls of the valley where nothing but the sky, rocks, thick forests, and clouds can be seen. The valley is also befittingly named Baniram since it is so deep that it only receives direct sunlight for half the day. There are many strangely-shaped rocks like Jjokduri Rock, Cheollyeop Rock, and Daebul Rock scattered throughout the lush valley. At the peak of summer, the area is crowded with vacationers and is also popular for its autumn leaves.

Daeseung Hanji Village & Hanok Traditional Culture Experience Center (대승한지마을한옥전통문화체험관)

12.5Km 2024-08-05

18-4 , Bogeom-gil, Wanju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-242-1001

Daeseung Hanji Village in Wanju-gun, Jeollabuk-do, is where the famous Goryeoji (‘Goryeo Paper’) was first made in Goryeo 1,000 years ago. All guestrooms in the village are equipped with toilets, AC and water purifiers, plus pillows made of Korean paper and comfortable blankets. The dining hall kitchen can be used by guests, there is a large (60 sq metre) seminar room, and a yard where traditional games such as Geunae (swing) and Tuho (arrows) are played. The village runs a Hanji Experience Center, where you can learn about hanji history, manufacture and calligraphy.

Jinan Red Ginseng Spa (진안홍삼스파)

13.4Km 2024-12-13

16-10, Oesayang-gil, Jinan-eup, Jinan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-1588-7597

Developed with the concept of 'Nourishing Life' from Donguibogam (a traditional Korean medical encyclopedia), Jinan Red Ginseng Spa is the only red ginseng and medicinal herbal spa in Korea. Equipped with the largest health spa facility in Korea, Jinan Red Ginseng Spa consists of private spaces for various therapies; the yin-yang pool; and outdoor pools for families to enjoy comfortable moments together. The spa's programs combine red-ginseng-based herbal medicine with the principles of yin-yang and the five elements. This is in an effort to provide true health and relaxation for both the mind and body. In addition to the spa and therapy facilities, there are various convenient facilities such as a snack bar, a café, and a red-ginseng store.

Daea Arboretum (대아수목원)

13.7Km 2024-04-07

94-34, Daeasumok-ro, Dongsang-myeon, Wanju_Gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-280-4590

Daea Arboretum is located in Sancheon-ri, Wanju. Daea Arboretum has an extensive forest of 300,000 ornamental trees. The forest is equipped with spring water, an observatory, forest museum, and a forest classroom. The arboretum focuses on preserving the forest ecosystem, research and utilize domestic plants, and promote forest education to the public. Daea Arboretum has a total of 2,683 species of diverse plants.

Jinan Red Ginseng Festival (진안홍삼축제)

13.7Km 2025-01-07

160 Maisan-ro, Jinan-eup, Jinan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-430-2393

Jinan-gun, known as Korea’s exclusive red ginseng special zone, is a plateau that lies at an average of more than 300m above sea level, producing high-quality red ginseng with a strong aroma and firm texture. The Jinan Red Ginseng Festival presents interesting programs based on the theme of red ginseng grown in the county, including the Fishing King, Plogging King, Healing King, and Treasure Hunt King. Additional activities include magic shows, bubble shows, balloon performances for children, and making red ginseng products such as red ginseng rice cake and red ginseng liquor.

◎ Ginseng vs. Red Ginseng
Ginseng is a well-known Korean traditional medicinal herb. When ginseng is steamed and dried nine times, it turns into red ginseng, which has a reddish color. This process enhances the preservation and increases the active components, making red ginseng beneficial for anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects. Its unique sweet-bitter flavor contributes to its popularity as a health food.

Sibipokpo Falls (이폭포(12폭포))

14.1Km 2024-08-29

Guseok-ri, Nami-myeon, Geumsan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Sibipokpo Falls is a series of 12 ("sibi" in Korean) waterfalls in a valley of Seongchisan Mountain in Geumsan. Visitors can see the falls of various sizes by walking on the hiking trail as it winds its way through the forest along the stream. The path is accessible from the parking lot by Seongchisan Rest Area. Nearby attractions include Simcheon Wellbeing Recreational Forest and Yongdamho Lake.

Maisan Provincial Park (마이산도립공원)

14.4Km 2024-04-07

126-3, Danyang-ri, Jinan-eup, Jinan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-430-8751

Maisan Provincial Park is a rocky mountain composed of two great peaks, Ammaibong (687.4 meters) and Sumaibong (681.1 meters), and dozens of smaller peaks. These peaks have a variety of names depending on the season. In spring, the mountain provides sweeping panoramic views for its cherry blossoms, and cosmos and silver grass in fall. The Eunsusa Temple, Geumdangsa Temple, and Tapsa Temple with its 80 stone pagodas are all worth exploring, enhancing the experience of the area.

Wibongpokpo Falls (위봉폭포)

14.6Km 2024-04-07

Daeheung-ri, Wanju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-290-3930

Located in the eastern section of Wibongsanseong Fortress, Wibongpokpo Falls is a two-tiered waterfall measuring 60 meters high. The strangely-shaped rocks and thick groves of trees that border the cascading falls make for such a magical scene that it comes as no surprise that the waterfall has long since been counted as one of the Eight Scenic Sights of Wansan. Attractions located nearby include a battlefield from the Imjin War (1592-1598), Songgwangsa Temple, Dongsang Reservoir, Daea Reservoir, and Hwasim Hot Springs.

Wibongsa Temple - Wanju (위봉사 (완주))

15.0Km 2024-04-07

53, Wibong-gil, Wanju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-243-7657

Wibongsa Temple is located past Mujigaemun Gate (Rainbow Gate) and Wibong Village and is a major temple in the Honam region that once oversaw 52 branch temples. Said to be built by Monk Seoam in 604 (the 5th year of King Mu of Baekje), the surviving buildings date back to the Joseon Era. Today, only Bogwangmyeongjeon Hall (Treasure No. 608), Yosa (Provincial Cultural Asset No. 698), and Samseonggak remain. The Baeguigwaneumbosal wall painting in particular is the pride of the temple.

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