Cheongju Sutbul Galbi (청주숯불갈비)

14.9Km 2024-03-25

422 Taeseongtabyeon-ro, Gangnae-myeon, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
043-232-2992

Opened in 1985, the restaurant specializes in charcoal-grilled galbi. Their signature dish, the dwaeji galbijjim set menu, features braised pork galbi, doenjang jjigae (soybean paste stew), and gonggibap (steamed rice). Favorites also include the sutbul bulgogi set menu (charcoal-grilled bulgogi), anchangsal (grilled thin skirt), saeng deungsim (grilled sirloin), and galbisal gui (grilled boneless galbi). Additionally, they offer a seasonal selection of nicely presented side dishes with homegrown vegetables. The in-house made soybean paste, crafted from their own soybeans, is notably flavorful.

Cheongseokgul Cave (옥화1경 청석굴)

15.2Km 2025-02-04

12-16 Unam 3-gil, Miwon-myeon, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Cheongseokgul Cave is a natural cave where prehistoric humans lived, with artifacts from the Paleolithic era, such as choppers and chopping tools (hammers), points, and hand axes, discovered inside. The place stays cool even during hot summer, and is currently home to bats and golden-capped fruit bats. Nearby attractions are an artificial waterfall and a sky observatory with a valley in front of the cave available for water activities and kayaking.

Sangsoo Herb Land (상수허브랜드)

15.9Km 2020-07-10

18, Buyongoecheon-gil, Seowon-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-277-6633

Sangsoo Herb Land is an arboretum which houses 1,000 species of herbs throughout its 82,645㎡ (25,000 pyeong) area. The glass greenhouse, spanning over 9,917㎡ (3,000 pyeong), keeps herbs fresh and green, even in the winter season. Herb Land is well-known for their flowers that bloom year-round, as well their diverse events including the Herb Land Festival held in May each year, wedding ceremonies, banquets, hands-on program classes, and more.

Sangsoo Herb Land provides a wide array of programs for visitors. The major event is the Herb Land Festival, aiming to spread knowledge on the use of diverse herbs, including introducing the aromatic value of herb plants in landscaping and as a natural insecticide, as well as the health benefits of herbal foods. Participants can take part in seminars and hands-on activities to learn more about herbs.

The banquet room on the second floor can accommodate large groups for events, serving excellent herb dishes at reasonable prices. An outdoor wedding service surrounded by beautiful gardens is also available.

Munui Cultural Properties Site (문의문화재단지)

16.2Km 2022-12-27

721, Daecheonghoban-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Munui Cultural Properties Site, overlooking the Daecheongho Lake, attracts many visitors. The site was created to preserve and promote the local traditional culture of Cheongwon (Chungcheongbuk-do); it is a great place to learn about local history, culture, and arts.

The spacious complex (132,232m²) is a home to ten traditional houses (Munsangwan, aristocrat houses, a museum, and a tavern), showing a form of a traditional village. It is also full of dolmen stones (symbolizing abundant procreation), Jangseung (totem poles at the entrance of villages or temples), and Yeonjabanga (millstones worked by horses or oxen), providing visitors with opportunities to learn about traditional culture and life.

With a theme of roof tiles, a relics gallery in the complex boasts over 774 local items, categorized by historical period (e.g. the Silla Period, Baekje Period, etc.). Munsan-ri Stone Bridge, believed to have been built during the Goryeo Period, was restored in front of the gallery.

The complex also offers a wide array of amenities including mineral spring sites, playgrounds, and Munui Movie Village (a drive-in movie theatert). Nearby notable attractions include artificial falls, Yangseongsan Mountain, Jakdusan Mountain, Daecheongho Lake, Nosan Pine Forest, Donghwasa Temple, and Bugang Mineral Springs.

Café Droptop (Osong Underpass Branch) (드롭탑 오송역언더패스점)

17.5Km 2024-02-23

15-4 Osong-ri, Osong-eup, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Situated at KTX Osong Station, Café Droptop is a 24-hour unmanned coffee shop within a distinctive yellow container. Here, robots are tasked with preparing a wide selection of drinks, including espresso, latte, and caffè mocha. The café offers free parking on the day of purchase, enhancing its appeal. Conveniently, it's just a 5-minute walk from the Korail platform and near Exit 3 of Osong Station.

Cosmetics & Beauty Expo (오송화장품뷰티세계박람회)

17.6Km 2021-04-29

123, Osonggarak-ro, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-43-220-4552

The Cosmetics & Beauty Expo is held in Osong, Chungcheongbuk-do, where advanced science and nature come together. The expo aims to connect comstics businesses with buyers and visitors.

K-Beauty Gallery (K-뷰티갤러리)

17.6Km 2019-03-19

123, Osonggarak-ro, Osong-eup, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-220-4543

K-Beauty Gallery, located inside Osong KTX Station in Chungcheongbuk-do, opened its doors on April 3, 2014. K-Beauty Gallery serves as a venue for the exhibition of promotional and advertising materials used by the Cosmetics & Beauty Expo Osong Korea held in 2013. It also sells various cosmetics and beauty products at the store “Beauty is You.” In addition, exhibitions at the gallery showcase everything beauty-related from traditional styling and make-up techniques to the latest trends in the beauty industry.

Chopyeong Reservoir (초평저수지)

18.5Km 2024-02-23

Chopyeong-ro, Chopyeong-myeon, Jincheon-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Chopyeong Reservoir, formed by damming the Mihocheon Stream, is a renowned fishing spot, especially popular for ice fishing. It hosts species such as carp, crucian carp, and snakehead. Fishing bungalows are scattered across the lake, resembling islands. This spot is perfect for those looking to enjoy trail trekking around the lake and take in the picturesque scenery.

Bugangok (부강옥)

18.7Km 2025-05-20

103, Bugangoecheon-ro, Sejong-si
+82-10-9577-8953

It is a restaurant that’s featured a lot in various media. This Korean restaurant is located in Sejong-si. The representative menu is blood sausage and rice soup.

Goesan Historic House of Song Byeong-il (괴산 송병일 고택)

19.3Km 2024-02-15

17 Cheongcheon 4-gil, Cheongcheon-myeon, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

This dwelling is a well-preserved example of a traditional Korean house built in the late 19th century, a relic from the era of the Joseon dynasty. It offers insight into the architectural design of the period as well as the domestic life of the Joseon aristocracy. The house also bears historical significance as the residence of the descendants of Uam Song Siyeol, a prominent Neo-Confucian scholar of the dynasty. The layout features distinct sarangchae (the men's quarter) and anchae (the women's quarter), with a gate and a storage facility for essential supplies situated between them. This set up offers visitors an authentic experience of the Joseon dynasty’s traditional household structures. Encircled by a tranquil forest, this old house transports visitors to a time long past..

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