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Samunjin Jumakchon Village (사문진 주막촌)

11.8Km    2023-11-09

40-12 Samunjin-ro 1-gil, Hwawon-eup, Dalseong-gun, Daegu

Samunjin was the location of a ferry dock on the Nakdonggang River in the past. During the Japanese occupation, the area was turned into a recreation ground, which saw many people coming to enjoy leisure strolls. In November 2013, three hanok jumak (traditional dining establishment) were built at the site of the old dock and the current Samunjin Jumakchon Village was opened.  The jumak serve a range of foods that were enjoyed in the past, such as makgeolli, gukbap, and buchujeon (chives pancake). The village is well-known as a place to enjoy the sunset.

Gooam Farmstay Village (구암팜스테이마을)

12.5Km    2024-03-15

8-1 Guam-gil, Dong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-984-5273

Known as "Gooam" due to its rock formations resembling turtle's shell, Gooam Farmstay Village offers various activities such as harvesting agricultural produce, traditional food making, traditional games, and craft experiences. Depending on the season, there are experiences like picking strawberries, digging potatoes, picking cherry tomatoes, gathering chestnuts, and harvesting persimmons. Visitors can also participate in making bean curd, rice cakes, kimchi, catching loaches, making kite, and experiencing hanji crafts.

Geumgang Station Rail Café (Banyawol Lotus Village Cooperative) (금강역 레일 카페(반야월 연꽃마을 협동조합))

12.8Km    2024-02-15

153 Geumgang-ro, Dong-gu, Daegu

Geumgang Station Rail Café, located right next to Geumgang Station on the Daegu Line, is a unique café housed in two Saemaeul-ho train cars. It offers affordable coffee and beverages, along with muffins and cookies made from lotus roots. Adjacent to the café is a lotus field, and during the summer, the beauty of blooming lotus reaches its peak.

ER NC Department Store - Kyungsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ER NC백화점 경산)

ER NC Department Store - Kyungsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ER NC백화점 경산)

13.2Km    2024-04-18

39, Jungang-ro, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Museum of Natural Dye Arts (자연염색박물관)

Museum of Natural Dye Arts (자연염색박물관)

13.3Km    2021-03-19

17, Pagye-ro 112-gil, Dong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-981-4330

The Museum of Natural Dye Arts was formed to collect and preserve the traditional way of dyeing, as well as inform the high quality of Korean natural dye to the world. The museum has various art products from around the world. Divided into two floors, Ahwon Gallery on the first floor showcases replicas of ancient dyeing tools and provides information on the natural dyeing process. The Relic Hall on the second floor displays pieces of ancient artwork including fabric, clothes, pillows, blankets and accessories, all made using different methods such as dyeing, embroidery, quilting, knotting and sewing.

Olive Young - Gyeongsan Market Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 경산시장점)

13.5Km    2024-06-27

78, Jungang-ro, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Yongyeonsa Temple (Daegu) (용연사(대구))

14.4Km    2024-02-15

260 Yongyeonsa-gil, Okpo-eup, Dalseong-gun, Daegu

The name Yongyeonsa has its roots in a legend: a dragon is said to have ascended from the pond at the temple's entrance, leading to the name Yongyeon ("yong" means "dragon" and "yeon" means "pond" in Korean). This temple is renowned as one of the sites that enshrine the Buddha's sarira (relics). Inside Yongyeonsa, the ordination platform holds special significance as the resting place of the Buddha's sarira, where rituals are conducted. This symbolizes the enduring presence of the Buddha. The approach to Yongyeonsa Temple is through a forest-rich path, offering an experience akin to a forest bathing. This path also doubles as a hiking trail leading up to Biseulsan Mountain.

Daegu Bangjja Brassware Museum (대구 방짜유기박물관)

Daegu Bangjja Brassware Museum (대구 방짜유기박물관)

14.7Km    2019-03-19

29, Dojang-gil, Dong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-606-6171~4


Bangjja Brassware Museum is the first original museum of its kind in Korea. Unknown to many, Bangjja Brassware possesses a host of beneficial attributes and is used both for storing food and for growing plants. One of its primary functions is that of cultivating nutritive elements.

The Bangjja Brassware Museum in Daegu has numerous brassware products on hand that were generously donated by Lee Bong-Ju. His collection was subsequently appointed intangible cultural asset number seventy-seven by the Korean government.

The museum’s layout is rather intricate. Both the basement floor and second ground floor consist of three exhibit halls, a data research hall, a cultural experience hall, a video education hall, an outdoor stage, and several planning exhibit halls. In the Brassware Cultural Hall, a display boasting Korea’s history regarding various kinds of brassware, together with other relevant information is on hand for visitors. In the nearby Donation Hall, a National Intangible Cultural Heritage, Lee Bong Ju’s luxury brassware collection, is on display. In the Reappearance Hall there are makeshift displays illustrating where brassware was first produced and where it was traded.
 

Blue Moon Restaurant (블루문)

Blue Moon Restaurant (블루문)

14.8Km    2020-04-30

685, Pagye-ro, Dong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-981-8088

Located at the foot of Palgongsan Mountain, Blue Moon is a great place to enjoy authentic steaks and fusion dishes. Take a stroll in the nearby park and watch the water fountain next to the walking trail. The restaurant has four floors, each with a different atmosphere to suit any occasion.

St. Mary's Pine Forest Village (성모솔숲마을)

15.4Km    2024-02-08

166 Songnae-gil, Gakbuk-myeon, Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

St. Mary's Pine Forest Village, a serene retreat house under the Catholic Archdiocese of Daegu, was initially established as a haven for the sick and those seeking spiritual retreats. However, it is now open to all, regardless of their reason for visiting. A mass is celebrated at eleven every morning in the church, welcoming both Catholics and non-Catholics alike. Visitors who are not of the Catholic faith are also encouraged to explore the church, or enjoy a peaceful stroll through the surrounding pine forest. The village comprises several facilities, including the Pine Forest Church, the Way of the Cross, a restaurant, a café, and the Yedam Gallery, which is located within the café.