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Namdang Port (남당항)

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Namdang-ri, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-630-1224

Namdang Port is a representative port on the West Coast. Known for having plenty of prawn, cockle, flat fish, rock fish and other types of seafood, the port draws visitors all year round. Cockles in particular are a local delicacy, usually enjoyed as cockle shabu shabu or charcoal-grilled cockle. A nearby attraction to visit is the bamboo grove of Jukdo Island

Cheonbuk Oyster Complex in Boryeong (보령 천북굴단지)

35138 2024-06-05

Cheonbuk-myeon, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-930-0804

Cheonbuk Oyster Complex in Boryeong is a place near the Hongseong Embankment where various restaurants specializing in oysters are clustered. Boryeong is known for its abundant oyster production, with those caught between November and February considered the finest. In December, the Cheonbuk Oyster Festival is held, featuring events for tourists. Here, visitors can taste a variety of dishes made with oysters, including grilled oysters, raw oysters, and oyster rice.

Paradise Spa Dogo (파라다이스 스파도고)

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176 Dogooncheon-ro, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Paradise Spa Dogo is the ideal recuperation hot spring. Opened by Paradise Group, this spa is a large-scale leisure facility in the heart of the hot spring center of Asan, Chungcheongnam-do. Boasting a relaxing environment of 24,622 ㎡, the spa can comfortably accommodate up to 5,000 people maximum.

The facility includes a bade pool for water massage treatments, a large pool with year-round warm sulfur hot spring water, and a variety of water recreation options. Particularly popular is the outdoor event spa, which operates with seasonal themes.

Those visiting over the weekend can also participate in kimchi-making, persimmon-picking, and farm life programs. A spa visit can also be combined with a trip to one of the many nearby tourist attractions such as Hyeonchungam Hermitage, Oeamni Folk Village, Onyang Folk Museum, Sinjeongho Lake, and the Maeng Sa-seong House.

Waemok Village (왜목마을)

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15-5 Waemok-gil, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Waemok Village, surrounded by the West Sea, is located on the northernmost point of Dangjin in Chungcheongnam-do. Because of its long and narrow geographical characteristics and the topographic division of the sea into the west and east regions, one can enjoy the beautiful sunrise, sunset and moonrise here. The village is a popular attraction for photographers, especially for photos of the natural landscape.

Muchangpo Beach (무창포해수욕장)

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10 Yeollinbada 1-gil, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Muchangpo Beach was a military site during the Joseon dynasty and was the first beach to open on the west coast in 1928. The beach has a length of 1.5 kilometers and x_width of 50 meters. The water level is 1-2 meters and the water temperature is approximately 22 degrees Celsius. The surrounding pine forest is lush and beautiful. In particular, there is a fishing spot with a large rock formation in front of the beach. For one to two days each month, there is a phenomenon known as "Moses' Miracle," where the tides subside and reveal a 1.5-kilometer-long path in the middle of the sea. This mysterious sea road was thought to only appear during summer, however it was later revealed that it actually occurs every lunar month. In 1996, the beach was open to the general public.

The red lighthouse towering at the end of the long breakwater is as impressive as a picture. The pretty pensions right in front of the sandy beach add to the scenery. Also, Daecheonhang Port is a 20 minutes drive away, and there visitors can enjoy fresh seafood and grilled shellfish at an affordable price.

Seodong Park and Gungnamji Pond (서동공원과 궁남지)

30235 2024-06-04

52 Gungnam-ro, Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-830-2953

Gungnamji Pond, a Historic Site located in Seodong Park, is Korea’s first artificial pond and was created by King Mu from the Baekje dynasty, who fell in love with and eventually married Princess Seonhwa. Gungnamji, literally means a pond in the south of the royal palace in Korean, was the given name according to the Samguksagi records.

According to a record in the Samguksagi, the History of the Three Kingdoms, King Mu dug this lake south of his palace in the 35th year of his reign (634) and connected it by a 7800-meter long waterway to the water source. The king then had willow trees planted around the bank and had an artificial mound constructed in the middle of the lake.

Daecheon Beach (대천해수욕장)

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123, Meodeu-ro, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do

The area around Haesuyokjang 4-gil in Chungcheongnam-do is Daecheon Beach. It is the largest beach on the West Sea, and there have been resort complexes for international visitors since the 1930s. The white sand beach is 3.5-kilometer long and 100-meter wide, its slope is gentle, and the sand is clean. The sunset over Dabodo Island is especially beautiful. There are two zones of beach in Daecheon: Sunset Plaza and Mud Plaza, and each area offers a unique entertainment in summer. Annually, the Boryeong Mud Festival attracts Koreans and international tourists with a variety of events with the theme of Boryeong’s mud, including the Mud Checkpoint and Mud Discotheque. At the end of the beach is the Boryeong Mud Experience Center, where mud sauna, mud ondol room, mudpack, and mud massage are available. Daecheon Beach also offers activities of its own, such as Daecheon zip trekking and Sky Bike, a marine rail bike that passes over Daecheon Beach and Daecheon Port.

Changdeokgung Palace Complex [UNESCO World Heritage Site] (창덕궁과 후원 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

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99 Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Changdeokgung Palace was the second royal villa built following the construction of Gyeongbokgung Palace in 1405. It was the principal palace for many kings of the Joseon dynasty, and is the most well-preserved of the five remaining royal Joseon palaces. The palace grounds are comprised of a public palace area, a royal family residence building, and the rear garden. Known as a place of rest for the kings, the rear garden boasts a gigantic tree that is over 300 years old, a small pond and a pavilion.

The palace gained importance starting from the time of Seongjong, the 9th king of Joseon, when a number of kings began using it as a place of residence. Unfortunately, the palace was burned down by angry citizens in 1592 when the royal family fled their abode during the Imjin War. Thanks to Gwanghaegun, the palace was restored in 1611. Even today, it houses a number of cultural treasures, such as Injeongjeon Hall, Daejojeon Hall, Seonjeongjeon Hall, and Nakseonjae Hall.

Changdeokgung Palace’s garden behind the inner hall, called the "Secret Garden," was constructed during the reign of King Taejong and served as a rest area for the royal family members. The garden had formerly been called Bugwon and Geumwon, but was renamed Biwon Garden, or Secret Garden, after King Gojong came into power. The garden was kept as natural as possible and was touched by human hands only when absolutely necessary. Buyongjeong Pavilion, Buyongji Pond, Juhamnu Pavilion, Eosumun Gate, Yeonghwadang Hall, Bullomun Gate, Aeryeonjeong Pavilion, and Yeongyeongdang Hall are some of the many attractions that occupy the garden. The most beautiful time to see the garden is during the fall when the autumn foliage is at its peak and the leaves have just started to fall.

Though it has been treasured by Koreans for centuries, Changdeokgung Palace and its complex was recognized as a World Cultural Heritage site by the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Committee in December of 1997 during the committee meeting in Naples, Italy.

Ongmasan Mountain (옥마산)

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300 Changdong 1-gil, Nampo-myeon, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Ongmasan Mountain is located in the southern part of Boryeong with its highest point reaching 601 meters above sea level. Although the mountain encompasses the areas of Myeongcheon-dong and Nampo-myeon, it can easily be identified due to the transmission tower installed at the peak. The mountain's name is said to have derived from the legend of the last king of the Silla period and his horse that was hit with a jade arrow. The mountain has a paragliding center and a pine forest with rest spots. At the northern section of the summit, there is a pavilion that offers an excellent vista and Daeyeongsa Temple, renowned for its beautiful cherry blossoms in spring. Ongmasan Mountain can be reached by taking the National Roads 21 and 40, and other regional highways as well as expressways. Nearby attractions include Boryeong Mugunghwa Arboretum, Seongjusan Mountain, Seongjusan Recreational Forest, Boryeong Coal Museum, and Gaehwa Herb Land.

Sunshine Land (선샤인랜드)

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102 Bonghwang-ro, Yeonmu-eup, Nonsan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Sunshine Land is a cultural complex located in Nonsan, Chungcheongnam-do. One can experience and observe diverse content at this themed attraction, which is divided into four sections: Survival Experience Center, Military Experience Center, Sunshine Studio, and 1950 Studio. The Survival Experience Center and Military Experience Center incorporate VR technology for an interactive and realistic entertainment. The Sunshine Studo and 1950 Studio are decorated in the theme of aftermath of the Korean War, allowing one to get a glimpse and knowledge of how Korea was like after the war.

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