Moonriver / 문리버펜션

8.1Km 2025-03-04

289-4 , Gucheondong-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-322-7009, +82-10-2004-0738

Moon River Pension in Muju-gun, Jeollabuk-do, is an eco-friendly log-built pension on the edge of the majestic Deogyusan Mountain. In summer, guests can sit at an outdoor table or play in the cool river, or take an evening stroll through Gucheondong Valley and likely meet fireflies. Deogyusan National Park and Muju Resort are 5-10 minutes away by car, and Taekwondo Park just 20 minutes away. The nearby Baekdudaegan Ecological Education Center in Geochang, with its Forest Experience Center for children, is great for families with youngsters.

Jeoksangsanseong Fortress (무주 적상산성)

8.3Km 2024-04-07

Goemok-ri, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-322-2905

Jeoksangsan Mountain (elevation 1,034m) in Muju, Jeollabuk-do, is surrounded by precipitous walls of stratified rocks. The basin on the mountain top there is a lake called ‘Jeoksangho’; and along the ridge enclosing the lake stands Jeoksangsanseong Fortress extending over 8,143m. During the Goryeo period the region was a place of refuge for civilians at times of war. The fortress wall was built during the Joseon era.

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

8.7Km 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.

Muju Meoru Wine Cave (무주머루와인동굴)

8.9Km 2024-04-07

359, Sanseong-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-322-4720

Muju Meoru Wine Cave is surrounded by a beautiful natural landscape and various cultural heritages. The wine tunnel used to be an excavation working site to build the Muju Water Power Plant. The cave makes for an ideal place to mature and store wine as it blocks light and maintains a consistent temperature. Visitors can enjoy the taste and charm of sanmeoru (wild grape) wine and also experience a unique wine foot bath.

Rajetongmun Gate (라제통문)

13.1Km 2024-04-07

Rajetongmun-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-322-2905

The historical border of the Silla and Baekje Kingdoms, Rajetongmun Gate of Seolcheon-myeon, Muju was formed from a rock cave in Seokgyeonsan Mountain. The tunnel is approximately 3 meters in x_height and 10 meters in length, and divides the villages of Sindu Maeul into Dugil-ri, Seolcheon-myeon and Inam Maeul in Socheon-ri. During the Three Kingdoms Period, the rocky ridges of Seokgyeonsan Mountain drew the boundary of Silla's Mupung in the east with Baekje's Seolcheo to the west.
Tracing the history from the Three Kingdoms Period to the Goryeo dynasty, the cultures and traditions of the two regions were markedly different. If curious about the difference, one could simply stop by Seolcheon on market day, where the Muju and Mupung local dialects and customs can easily be distinguished.

People used to cross Seokgyeonsan Mountain by a footpath along the rocky ridge to travel between Seolcheon and Mupung. During the Japanese occupation, a new road was created by turning a cave into a tunnel through the mountain so cows and horse carts could freely pass from Muju to Gimcheon.

General Kim Yoo Shin from the Silla Kingdom, the hero of unification of the Three Kingdoms, often passed by the gate, later giving rise to the gate's nickname, Tongilmun (literally "Unification Gate"). The gate is number one on the list of 33 scenic sites in Gucheon-dong.

Skylake (하늘호수)

13.9Km 2025-10-23

793 Songgye-ro Buksang-myeon, Geochang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-945-2380

Skylake is a 20-year-old natural herbal cosmetics manufacturer and distributor located at the foot of Deogyusan Mountain in Geochang, Gyeongsangnam-do. The company runs natural-cosmetic-making programs using natural ingredients made with their know-how. Skylake was chosen as a wellness facility by the Korea Tourism Organization. Here, you can make a toner, essence, or an all-in-one wash on your own. After finishing the experience program, you can enjoy a cup of tea at the cosmetic cafe. Furthermore, you can purchase Skylake's cosmetic products at a discounted price on the day of the program. Reservations are required.

Bandi Land (무주 반디랜드)

13.9Km 2024-04-07

1324, Museol-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-324-1155

Geared mainly towards children, Bandi Land is an excellent place to learn about and experience fireflies and other insects. It is comprised of Insect Museum, Firefly Research Center, Youth Campground, Log Cabin, and Firefly Habitat.

Located inside of Bandi Land, Muju Bandibyeol Astronomical Science Museum teaches various stories about space, including the birth & history of space, the solar system, constellations, and space circumstances. The Environment Theme Park also has exhibitions related to fireflies, an indicator insect proving Muju is a clean area, and other local insects, perfect for educational trips.

Taekwondowon Spirit Zone (태권도원 상징지구)

13.9Km 2025-10-23

1482 Museol-ro, Seolcheon-myeon, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-320-0114

Taekwondowon Spirit Zone is a space that implements three elements - physical strength, mental awareness, and higher wisdom -- which enable practitioners to become 'Taekwondo individuals' through endless physical training and martial arts exploration. There are forty-five programs themed around Taekwondo education and practices, as well as experience and cultural exchanges. The facility is open to anyone who has learned Taekwondo, both at home and abroad as well as those looking to discipline their minds and bodies through Taekwondo, including businesses, students, and the general public. The Pyeongwon Gwan at Taekwondowon is the national team’s comprehensive training facility, where the Taekwondo Poomsae national team members, junior national team members, the national reserve teams, and demonstration teams have their training sessions.

Taekwondowon Observatory (태권도공원 전망대)

13.9Km 2024-04-07

1482, Museol-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-320-0114

Taekwondowon located in Muju-gun, Jeollabuk-do, serves as a main center for the 60 million taekwondo practitioners in 182 countries worldwide. Covering an area of 2.31 million square meters, the park combines the traditional and modern style in their buildings.

Muju Firefly Festival (무주반딧불축제)

14.0Km 2025-08-01

326-14 Hanpungnu-ro, Muju-eup, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-324-2440

Fireflies, beloved for their twinkling tails at night, are a precious insect designated as Natural Monument in Korea. Muju, known for its pristine environment, is a prime habitat for these enchanting creatures. The Muju Firefly Festival celebrates this natural wonder every year. Visitors can participate in various programs to experience the magic of fireflies dancing under the night sky.

◎ Tip
To avoid discomfort from insects and weather conditions, it’s advisable to wear long pants and closed shoes. Be aware that weather conditions like rain or storms may affect the visibility of fireflies during the festival.

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