Geochang Wolseong Space Creative Science Museum (거창월성우주창의과학관)

.0M 0 2024-02-23

1312-96 Deogyuwolseong-ro, Buksang-myeon, Geochang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Geochang Wolseong Space Creative Science Museum serves as an interactive science museum, providing opportunities for knowledge acquisition and hands-on experiences related to the universe. The facility is well-equipped for celestial observation, featurig key components like the Astronaut Center, Space Exploration Center, and Celestial Observation Center. Visitors can engage in various experiential programs, including activities such as donning AR space suits, coloring their own universe, and experiencing sensory balance.

Wolseonggyegok Valley (월성계곡)

591.5M 64041 2024-02-23

Wolseong-ri, Buksang-myeon, Geochang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Wolseonggyegok Valley is formed by the eastward flow of Wolseongcheon Stream, creating a remarkable landscape as the water winds around rocks and cliffs, earning it the nickname Geochang's Sogeumgang. Though narrow, the valley boasts a deep mountain terrain with abundant water flow. At the entrance of the valley, there are notable sites like Gangseondae Overlook, where it is said that immortals descended from heaven to enjoy the scenery, as well as the ancient Moamjeong and Deoksanjeong Pavilions.

Chiryeongyegok Valley (칠연계곡)

8.7Km 19500 2024-04-07

608, Chiryeon-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-323-0577

Chiryeongyegok Valley is situated behind Tongan Village in Anseong-myeon near Deogyusan Mountain. While not as famous as the valley in Gucheon-dong, the valley boasts a beautiful array of waterfalls, oddly shaped rocks, and ponds. The best known attraction is Chiryeonpokpo Falls, meaning “seven falls connected to pools.” There, pure water flows gently, moving from one pool to the next.

Jungon Head House

9.1Km 803 2021-04-09

13, Gangdong 1-gil, Wicheon-myeon, Geochang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-10-2518-4727

Located in Geochang County in Gyeongsangnam-do Province, the Head House of Mr. Jeong On shows a peculiar style of ancient Korean architecture. Since the house is located in a basin surrounded by high mountains, it was built in overlapping style as the typical architectural style in the northern region in order to endure the cold. In addition, the "eyebrow" roof was added as protection from the frequent rain. The house is mainly visited by families on weekends and research organizations on weekdays. Visitors can enjoy various healing and cultural activities in the trekking course of Mt. Geumwonsan and the Suseungdae Amusement Park, which are 1km away. The Anchae is used by the owner family, and the Sarangchae, Jungmunchae, and Daemunchae are used as guest rooms. Groups can rent the entire Sarangchae building.

Geochang Suseungdae Rock (거창 수승대)

9.5Km 13839 2020-08-28

2, Eunhari-gil, Geochang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-943-5383

Suseungdae Rock is located near Hwangsan Village in Geochang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do. The rock was originally called Susongdae Rock during the Three Kingdoms Era when it served as the final stop for envoys sent from Baekje to Silla. The name later changed to Amgudae Rock during the reign of Joseon King Jungjong. It wasn't until 1543 that it was called Suseungdae Rock. There are many historical and cultural sites in the area relating to the Geochang Sin family.

Wonhak Goga (원학고가)

9.9Km 10639 2024-08-05

109-5 , Hwangsan 1-gil, Geochang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-943-3104, +82-10-5359-2224

Wonhakgoga is a large and imposing hanok in the center of Hwangsan Village, Geochang, Gyeongsangnam-do - not far from the famous Suseungdae Rock - and was head house of the Geochang Shin Clan for around 500 years. The house’s fine gabled roofs, large pillars and foundation stones, and decoration of the kind usually found in palaces and temples mark it out as home to a prestigious family. Visitors can stay in Jungmunchae, Daemunchae or Sarangchae - the latter of which has a bathroom and toilet. Wonhakgoga is a good base for visiting the annual 인재

Deogyusan National Park (Namdeogyu Section) (덕유산국립공원(남덕유분소))

10.2Km 30003 2021-07-13

Sojeong-ri, Geochang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-63-322-3174

Designated as a national park in 1975, Deogyusan National Park covers four counties. Besides Hyangjeokbong Peak, Deogyusan Mountain's highest peak in Muju, all the other peaks lie within Geochang. While the park features beautiful waters and rocks at Wolseonggyegok Valley in Buksang-myeon, Geochang, it also boast nature's beauty in Muju with creeks and valleys like Mahakdong Valley, Sangyeodeomgyegok Valley, and Songgyesa Valley.

Seonggwansa Temple (성관사)

11.0Km 7760 2024-04-07

492-83, Jangmu-ro, Jangsu-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-353-0396

Seonggwansa Temple is located in Jangsu-gun in Jeollabuk-do. It is said that the temple was established during the Goryeo dynasty (918-1392). The temple was designated as a traditional temple in July 1999.

Hyangjeokbong Peak (Deogyusan Mountain) (향적봉(덕유산))

11.0Km 41099 2024-04-07

1 Deoksan-ri, Anseong-myeon, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do

Hyangjeokbong Peak, standing at an elevation of 1,614 meters, is the highest peak of Deogyusan Mountain. It is an ideal destination for hiking year-round, but particularly renowned for its breathtaking winter scenery, earning a reputation as a popular spot for snow-covered mountain hikes. Visitors can reach the summit of Hyangjeokbong Peak by taking a gondola from the nearby Muju Resort to Seolcheonbong Peak, then embarking on a roughly 20-minute hike from Seolcheonbong Peak. Even beginners can enjoy the fantastic views of Deogyusan Mountain without much difficulty, contributing to its popularity.

The Thirty Three Sights of Mujugucheondong Valley (무주 구천동 33경)

11.5Km 101945 2024-04-07

580 Baengnyeonsa-gil, Seolcheon-myeon, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do

The Thirty Three Sights of Mujugucheondong Valley refers to thirty three scenic spots along the route from Seokmo Mountain's Rajetongmun Gateway to Baengnyeonsa Temple on Deogyusan Mountain. Visitors can witness spectacular rock formations and rare flora and fauna in the primeval forest. It's recommended to explore from the sight 1 Rajetongmun Gateway to the sight 14 Sugyeongdae Valley as a driving route, while exploring from the sight 15 Wolhatan Valley to the sight 33 Hyangjeokbong Peak as a trekking route.

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