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Samsunsan Arboretum (삼선산수목원)

Samsunsan Arboretum (삼선산수목원)

17.8 Km    2     2023-07-14

79 , Samseonsansumogwon-gil, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Samseonsan Arboretum is a nature experience learning center and home to over 1,160 different species of plants. In addition to outdoor gardens where you can enjoy a variety of flowers and trees, there are also 10 facilities including an exhibition greenhouse, Kid's Dream Forest, and Korean Peninsula Park. It also features 23 exhibit gardens such as a hydrangea garden and azalea garden. Moreover, the arboretum presents diverse and beautiful sceneries during each season and is well-equipped with convenience facilities including a children's playground in the forest, a picnic area, cafe, and a water play area. Samseonsan Arboretum runs various programs for children and teenagers as well as the general public, and such programs include a forest guide program through which you can explore the arboretum with a forest commentator to feel the nature, a forest eco experience for children and infants, and the weekend experience program features plays, craft activities and other hands-on experiences.

* Image credit: Culture & Tourism Division, City of Dangjin

Hongju Millennium Monument (홍주천년기념탑)

Hongju Millennium Monument (홍주천년기념탑)

17.8 Km    0     2024-01-16

Ogam-ri, Hongseong-eup, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

The Hongju Millennium Monument was created in 2018 to commemorate the past one thousand years of history in Hongseong (previously called Hongju), while also looking to the future and the next one thousand years. The entire monument is shaped like an hourglass, with historical figures, cultural assets and specialty products of the area at the top, and a time capsule embedded at the bottom of the monument, set to be opened in 2118.

Himart - Hongseong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 홍성점)

Himart - Hongseong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 홍성점)

17.9 Km    0     2024-04-22

153, Naepo-ro, Hongseong-eup, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

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Lotte Mart - Hongseong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 홍성점)

Lotte Mart - Hongseong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 홍성점)

17.9 Km    0     2024-04-22

9, Joyang-ro 247beon-gil, Hongseong-eup, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

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Hapdeokje Reservoir (합덕제)

18.0 Km    0     2023-07-17

395 Hapdeok-ri, Hapdeok-eup, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Hapdeokje is a reservoir located in Dangjin, Chungcheongnam-do. Designated as a Chungcheongnam-do Monument in 1989, it is known to have been built in the late Unified Silla period for the irrigation of Yedang Plain (Sodeulgangmun Gate). It attracts many tourists in spring with cherry blossoms and canola flower blossoms and in summer with lotus flowers in full bloom. The Hapdeokje Ecotourism Experience Center (opened in 2021) and Hapdeok Folk Irrigation Museum are located nearby, so you can stop by when traveling in the area.

Hamdeok Catholic Church (합덕성당)

Hamdeok Catholic Church (합덕성당)

18.1 Km    752     2023-06-22

16 , Hapdeokseongdang 2-gil, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Hamdeok Catholic Church was built in 1929 in the gothic style. The church started out as Yangchon Catholic Church in Sanggung-ri, but was moved to the current location by the priest, and renamed Hamdeok Catholic Church. The name was later changed to New Apdeok Catholic Church before being returned to the current Hamdeok Catholic Church.

Lotte Himart - Dangjin Lotte Mart Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 당진롯데마트점)

Lotte Himart - Dangjin Lotte Mart Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 당진롯데마트점)

18.3 Km    0     2024-04-16

20, Jeongan-ro, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

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Lotte Mart - Dangjin Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 당진점)

Lotte Mart - Dangjin Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 당진점)

18.3 Km    0     2024-04-16

20, Jeongan-ro, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

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Statue of General Kim Jwajin (김좌진장군동상)

Statue of General Kim Jwajin (김좌진장군동상)

18.3 Km    0     2024-01-16

Goam-ri, Hongseong-eup, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

The Statue of General Kim Jwajin was erected to commemorate General Kim's efforts in leading the Independence Army against Japan during the Battle of Cheongsan-ri. This was one of the greatest victories in the war fro Korean independence.

House and Tomb of Kim Jeong-hui (추사김정희선생고택·묘)

18.5 Km    20028     2024-02-21

261, Chusagotaek-ro, Sinam-myeon, Yesan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

This house and tomb are where Kim Jeong-hui (pen name: Chusa, 1786-1856), a Joseon-era scholar and artist, lived and was laid to rest. Chusa Memorial Hall and Chusa Experience Center are found next to the house. After studying in Qing China, Kim Jeong-hui served in multiple government posts. He is best known for his unique calligraphical style, which bears his courtesy name (Chusa), and many works of art that survive to this day. The Experience Center offers traditional art experiences inspired by Kim Jeong-hui’s works.