Gyeongsan Seonbonsa Temple (선본사(경산))
2021-12-02
699, Gatbawi-ro, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-53-851-1868
Seonbonsa Temple is a centrally administered temple of the Jogye Order. It was originally built in 491 by Geukdal, and later repaired in 1641. The temple is home to many important cultural treasures, including the Stone Seated Buddha at Gwanbong Peak (Treasure), Three-story Stone Pagoda (Gyeongsangbuk-do Cultural Heritage), and stone lanterns.
Palgongsan National Park (Gatbawi Section) (팔공산국립공원(갓바위지구))
2025-04-08
716-64 Gatbawi-ro 81-gil, Wachon-myeon, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Located east of Daegu downtown, Palgongsan Mountain (altitude 1,192.3 meters) was called both Jungaksan and Buaksan Mountain during the Silla period. The mountain has many ancient temples and historical sites such as the Gatbawi Stone Buddha, Wonhyosa Temple, Cheonseongsa Temple and Bulgulsa Temple.
Cheollipo Arboretum (천리포수목원)
2025-03-15
187, Cheollipo 1-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-672-9982
Cheollipo Arboretum is located on the tip of the Taean peninsula, and was founded by Min Byung-gal (Carl Ferris Miller), the "blue-eyed Korean." Min purchased the land in 1962 and starting in 1970, many trees were planted in earnest. At that time, the park was only open to experts in related fields and members who helped fund the arboretum. In 2009, select sections of the arboretum were finally opened to the general public. The arboretum features more than 16,830 kinds of plants (as of October 2022), including holly, magnolia, camelia, and maple trees, as well as five varieties of Rose of Sharon, the national flower.
Cheollipo Beach (천리포해수욕장)
2021-10-01
265-3, Cheollipo 1-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691
Cheollipo Beach is among the many beaches located within Taeanhaean National Park. It is located 2 kilometers north of Mallipo Beach, a well-known beach in Taean. Another 2 kilometers north is Baengnipo Beach. The beaches in the park are characterized by shallow waters that are 1~2 meters deep with a 1-kilometer beach shore. In particular, Cheollipo Beach is noted as an amazing sunset spot, making it a popular attraction regardless of swimming season.
Mallipo Beach (만리포해수욕장)
2024-03-15
138 Mallipo 2-gil, Sowon-myeon, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691
Mallipo Beach, located in Taean, is a C-shaped, flat sandy beach with shallow waters, making it ideal for swimming and various water sports during the summer. Adjacent to the beach, a pine forest provides a perfect spot for camping. Numerous nearby shops offer accommodations and fresh seafood. Additionally, the observatory offers spectacular views of the West Sea and its stunning sunsets.
Taeanhaean National Park (태안해안국립공원)
2022-09-06
9, Gwisil-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-672-9738
Taeanhaean National Park includes nearly 130 islands in the area around Taean-gun, designated as a Slow City. The park has a picturesque landscape with beautiful beaches, rock formations, mountain peaks and sea cliffs. The area (328.99 ㎢) was designated as a national park in October 1978, and at present, nearly 250 different species of plants grow within its boundaries.
Chilgapsan Recreational Forest (칠갑산자연휴양림)
2021-10-28
668-103, Chilgapsal-ro, Cheongyang-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-940-2428
Chilgapsan Recreational Forest opened in 1990 within a lush natural forest. The park offers many amenities to enjoy a relaxing time in nature. Overnight guests can stay in a cabin, complete with heating, a kitchen, and shower, or camp in the campground. The forest is also capable of hosting retreats, with training buildings and a lecture hall. Day visitors can enjoy the many walking trails and hiking paths, as well as a water playground and observation decks. The forest is located next to Chilgapsan Provincial Park, with many valleys in the area for more time in nature, as well as Cheonjangho Lake and Modeoksa Temple.
Taehaksan Recreational Forest (태학산자연휴양림)
2021-06-15
188, Donmaru 1-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-529-5108
Taehaksan Mountain is located south of the borders of Sucheol-ri, Asan; Samtae-ri, and Maedang-ri in Cheonan. The mountain is known for the Rock-carved Standing Buddha (Treasure No. 407), which displays typical patterns of Buddha statues from the Goryeo era. The mountain gets its name from its shape that resemble a dancing crane. Native flowers and trees are scattered throughout the mountain, and the park's dense pine forest makes this park a great family vacation destination.
Chunjangdae Beach (춘장대해수욕장)
2022-08-03
20, Chunjangdae-gil, Seocheon-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-951-9110
Chunjangdae Beach offers a gentle 1.5-degree slope and a thick grove of pine and acacia trees, making it popular as a summer vacation destination. A meeting plaza is located at the midpoint of the beach, and walking paths connect to nearby islands. At low tide, visitors can catch shellfish and flatfish in the mudflat. Nearby attractions include the Busa Sea Wall, Hongwonhang Port, and Camellia Grove in Maryang-ri.
Unjusanseong Fortress (운주산성)
2021-08-31
Migok-ri, Sejong-si
+82-44-300-3423
Unjusanseong Fortress, also known as Gosansanseong Fortress, is a cultural heritage of the Baekje dynasty. This is a mountain fortress built along the surrounding three mountain peaks in the westernmost and southernmost parts of Unjusan Mountain. The stone fortress wall, which borders three villages in Jeondong-myeon and two villages in Jeonui-myeon, is 3,210 meters long and two meters wide with a x_height that ranges from two to eight meters. The walls follow the natural geographical features of the mountain range, with the southern walls surrounding the mountain's peak.
Remnants of a village can still be observed within the fortress walls, such as the fortress gate and a ritual site. Pieces of earthenware from the Baekje period, porcelain from the Goryeo and Joseon periods, and broken tiles from the Baekje, Goryeo and Joseon periods have been discovered around the site as well.
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