Songpungjae (송풍재)

16.4Km 2024-02-22

65 Saetgangyeong-gil, Sancheok-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Songpungjae is a bean curd specialty restaurant located in Chungju. Housed in a hanok building, it offers an ambiance that reflects the beauty of Korea. Bean curd, made from soybeans, is the main ingredient here, with the unique feature of being cultivated directly on-site. Their signature dish is sondubu jeongol (handmade bean curd hot pot), while their jjageuri (pork stew), and ori cheolpan gui (stir-fried duck on hot iron plate) are also popular choices. It takes about 20 minutes by car from Tangeumdae Overlook of Chungju to reach the restaurant.

Godowon Healing Center (깊은산속 옹달샘)

17.3Km 2024-12-06

201-61 Useong 1-gil, Noeun-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-723-2033

The Godowon Healing Center is a place for people to take some time out of their busy life to restore their energy through 'daily meditations'. Here, people gather together, connect with nature, relieve stress, and recharge their energy, while enjoying healing moments for their mind and body.
The center runs various programs. Ongdalsaem Stay is the most peaceful way to experience the center. The 'Moment of Pause' Stay is the center's signature 'daily meditation' program where people can take a break from their busy lives to rest and recharge through meditation. 'Everyday Meditation' is a daily meditation program. 'Themed Meditation' offers meditations under various themes. 'Onsaem Meditation' is an online meditation program. Lastly, 'Lincoln School in the Deep Forest' is a program for youths. You can apply for these programs on the center's website.
'The Green House in the Forest' was built with guests' health in mind and is finished with red clay and natural wallpaper. There is also a spa that offers hot and cold baths, which help the skin 'breathe.'

Jecheon Deokjusa Temple (덕주사(제천))

18.7Km 2021-12-03

87, Mireuksonggye-ro 2-gil, Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-653-1773

Deokjusa Temple is a branch temple of Beopjusa Temple, the head temple of the 5th district of the Jogye Order. The temple is believed to have been established in 597 AD by Princess Deokju, the last princess of the Silla Kingdom. According to legend, Princess Deokju stayed at the site with Prince Ma-ui and built the temple, naming it after herself, along with the cave nearby. However, there are no records to confirm or refute these claims.

The temple once stood in front of the Rock-carved Standing Buddha of Deokjusa Temple (a Treasure), but was burned down during the Korean War. The present temple building stands about 1.7 kilometers from the original temple site and is the result of reconstruction efforts conducted in the 1970s.

Hotel West of Canaan (웨스트오브가나안)

18.8Km 2025-03-05

175-1 , Suokjeong-gil, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-833-8814, +82-43-833-8816

The West of Canaan Hotel is part of the Suokjeong Tourist Complex in Goesan, Chungcheongbuk-do, and stands at the entrance to Joryeongsan Forest and the beginning of the hiking trail to Joryeong Gateway 3. Its location in the midst of magnificent mountains and valleys is refreshing and beautiful. There’s a choice of room types - Korean ondol, bedrooms, and suite rooms which have a bedroom with king-size bed plus an upstairs space with a single bed. Nearby destinations include Suok Falls, Suokjeong Pavilion, and the Suanbo Hot Spring.

Yongsopokpo Falls (용소폭포)

18.8Km 2020-02-05

132, Jomurakgol-gil, Buk-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-582-8830

Three kilometers up Domachigyegok Valley from Sampalgyo Bridge, Yongsopokpo Falls flows peacefully into Yongso Pond. The water originates from Domacheon Stream, which passes through rugged mountains like Seongnyongsan, Domachiryeong Pass, Silloryeong Pass, and Gungmangbong Peak 1,000 meters above sea level. The waterfall is in striking harmony with the surrounding landscape. Yongsopokpo Falls pools into a clear, blue pond, which is surrounded by rocks. In the fall, the pond receives some added beauty in the form of the surrounding autumn foliage, so it is a popular photo spot for hikers.

Binaeseom Island (Binae Trail) (비내섬(비내길))

18.9Km 2023-12-22

44, Namhangangbyeon-gil, Angseong-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

With dirt roads instead of wooden decks and rustic wooden overhangs instead of lavish displays, Binaeseom Island’s Binae Trail is made of farm roads and trails that villagers use to access orchards and rivers. It is a place with a view of Namhangang River and Binaeseom Island’s fall, and its nearly flat slope makes it accessible for all members of the family. Binae Trail is divided into two courses. Course 1 takes you past the Migratory Bird Observation Park to the riverside trail, the area's highlight, before passing the old quay and arriving at the Angseong Hot Springs Square in a 7km-long, 2 hr. journey. Course 2 takes you over the Saebajisan Mountain Observatory to Binaeseom Island before re-tracing Course 1 from the old quay. After going down the riverside trail and the Migratory Bird Observation Park, the course takes you back to Angseong Hot Springs Square in a 17km-long, 4 hr. journey.
In <Crash Landing on You>, Binaeseom Island served as the filming location for the scene where the two leads and the supporting actors from the North Korean side have a picnic before the two leads escape from North Korea.

Angseong Hot Springs (앙성온천지구)

18.9Km 2019-06-12

Gagok-ro, Angseong-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-850-2363

Located in Donsan-ri and Neungam-ri, Angseong-myeon, Chungju-si, Cheongcheongbuk-do, Angseong hot spring offers weak alkaline water coming from 700m deep underground. It is known to be effective for treating back pain, stiff shoulders, fatigue, and a cold constitution in addition to softening the skin.

Angseong Carbonate Hot Springs (앙성탄산온천)

18.9Km 2019-08-12

1457, Gagok-ro, Angseong-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-855-7360

The water at Angseong Carbonate Hot Springs comes from 700 meters underground. This water contains about 2.800㎎/L of carbonic acid and is beneficial in many ways. It is known to be effective in preventing high and low blood pressures, diabetes, arthritis, neuralgia, depression, lifestlye diseases, obesity caused by lack of exercise, stiff shoulder, back pain, colds, constipation, and hemorrhoids. Carbonic acid hot springs are also good for stress relief, increasing metabolism, stimulating blood circulation, and for the treatment of hypersensitive skin, cosmetics allergies, freckles, age spots, athelete’s foot and eczema.

The water temperature at the hot spring stays between 25-38 degrees Celcius. A separate pool is available for people who prefer a warmer temperature than that. Known for promoting physical and psycological health, a carbonic acid hot spring bath also softens the skin and helps fatigue recovery.

For added benefits, Angseong Carbonate Hot Springs also uses oak wood for heating its jjimjilbang (Korean sauna) and the water.

Suokjeong Tourist Area (수옥정관광지)

19.0Km 2024-02-27

127-1 Suokjeong-gil, Yeonpung-myeon, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Suokjeong Tourist Area is a scenic destination nestled within pristine natural landscapes. Surrounded by renowned Korean mountains such as Joryeongsan and Sinseonbong, visitors can enjoy sights such as Suokpokpo Falls and Yeonpungsaejae Pass. The area around Suokjeong Reservoir offers plenty of attractions, including waterside eco park and outdoor water playground. Nearby, visitors can also explore cycling trails like Saejae Bike Path and religious sites such as the Catholic Yeonpung Sanctuary, attracting visitors throughout all seasons.

Sagwanamu Jip (사과나무집)

19.0Km 2021-03-22

2, Bibong-gil, Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-643-0888

A restaurant that uses apple enzymes and apple juice instead of sugar and seasonings for all recipes. The best menu at this restaurant is hand-made bean curd hot pot. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do.

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