Hongju Millennium Monument (홍주천년기념탑)

11.1Km 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.

Yesan Hyangcheonsa Temple (향천사(예산))

12.5Km 2021-04-29

117-20, Hyangcheonsa-ro, Yesan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-335-3556

Hyangcheonsa Temple is an old temple that was founded by Monk Euigak in the late Baekje period under King Uija's rule. The temple is easily accessble from downtown despite its location deep within a valley at the foot of Geumosan Mountain, serving as a landmark for visitors enjoying a light stroll or a hike up to the mountain. Serving as a home to several relics and a nine-story stone pagoda, the temple site and buildings are well maintained and neatly cleaned on a daily basis.

According to legends, Monk Euigak originally had planned on building a temple in Sinam-myeon in Yesan. He went to China and brought a Buddha statue, praying earnestly on his way back aboard a boat. Upon his arrival, he sighted a pair of golden crows flying above the boat and followed the birds before they disappeared. He found the birds at the temple's current location, drinking from a puddle of water that had an aromatic smell. From then on the mountain was called Geumosan, meaning "the mountain of golden crow," and the temple was named Hyangcheonsa, meaning "the temple of fragrant water."

Surichigol Holy Ground (수리치골 성지)

13.5Km 2024-02-21

544 Yongsubonggap-gil, Sinpung-myeon, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Surichigol Holy Ground is a Catholic sanctuary located deep in the mountains of Guksabong Peak in the western part of Gongju-si. It holds significance as a site where Korean Catholics organized themselves while hiding from persecution during the 19th century. Today, it is designated as a sanctuary dedicated to the Virgin Mary, providing a retreat house for Catholics to experience nature away from urban areas.

Hongseong Gujeoram Hermitage (구절암(홍성))

14.2Km 2024-01-18

163 Geobuk-ro 218beon-gil, Guhang-myeon, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Gujeoram Hermitage is located within a bamboo forest on a small mountain. The pathway is winding, without any signs marking the way, but this adds to the charm.

Hongseong Seongyeonsa Temple (석련사(홍성))

14.5Km 2024-01-18

76 Guseongbuk-ro 160beon-gil, Guhang-myeon, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Seongnyeonsa Temple is located on the side of Baegwolsan Mountain, and is a branch temple of Sudeoksa Temple. The path to the temple is paved, making it easy to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way. A bit further up the mountain from Daeungjeon Hall, visitors will be greeted by a large stone-carved Buddha that was made recently. The lack of moss and weathering makes it stand out from other rock-carved Buddha statues, while showing the unwavering faith of the local Buddhists.

Splas Resom (스플라스 리솜)

15.4Km 2024-06-05

45-7, Oncheondanji 3-ro, Yesan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Splas Resom, previously called Resom Spa Castle, is Korea’s first membership spa resort. Spa Castle is located in Yesan, Chungcheongnam-do, which is only an hour and a half drive away from Seoul. It is within 30 minutes drive from beautiful mountains, the western seas, and close to plenty of cultural tourist attractions.

Splas Resom uses waters from the Deoksan hot springs, whose waters have been enjoyed by Koreans for six hundred years. The resort is equipped with a large banquet hall, seminar room, and a relaxation complex that includes everything from a cultural arts plaza, to a garden, and walking trails.

The hot spring waters are known to be effective against skin troubles, gastroenteric disorders, neuralgia, and muscular pains, and are also great for skin rejuvenation.

Korea Traditional Architecture Museum (한국고건축박물관)

15.5Km 2022-08-18

543, Hongdeokseo-ro, Yesan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-337-5877

The traditional Korean architectures designated as valuable cultural assets scattered throughout the nation are on display at a one-tenth or one-fifth scale in this museum for the purpose of promoting and passing down the history of Korean architecture.

Yesan Hwaamsa Temple (화암사 (예산)

15.6Km 2025-08-18

21-29, Yonggung 1-gil, Yesan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-332-9250

Hwaamsa Temple is located near Joseon dynasty's scholar and writer Kim Jeong-hui's, also referred to his pen name Chusa, house. The temple has ties with the ancient writer, as the temple is known to have been repaired and renovated by Kim Jeong-hui's great grandfather. There are no records that explains the foundation of Hwaamsa Temple, and only a timeline of its reconstruction can be found in "Records of Hwaamsa Temple Restoration" plaque, which is displayed in Sudeoksa Temple Museum. The timeline was recorded by Kim Myeong-hee in 1848, and written by Kim Seong-hee, and carved by Cho Seok-shin. The name "Hwaamsa" was given by King Yeongjo (r. 1724-1776).

Sudeoksa Temple (수덕사)

15.8Km 2021-12-03

79, Sudeoksaan-gil, Yesan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-330-7700

Sudeoksa Temple, which has played an important role in the history of Korea’s Buddhism, is located at the foot of Deoksungsan Mountain. It was one of twelve temples from the Baekje Kingdom mentioned in Chinese historical records. There is no historical record of when the temple was founded but researchers believe it was founded sometime during the reign of King Wuideok (554-597).

The main building of Sudeoksa Temple, Daeungjeon Hall, was constructed in 1308 during the Goryeo dynasty. It was repaired four times between 1528 and 1803, but fortunately kept its original beauty. In addition to Daeungjeon Hall, Sudeoksa Temple houses many cultural treasures, such as the Three-story Stone Pagoda of Sudeoksa Temple.

Yugu Mural Street (유구벽화거리)

16.0Km 2024-12-24

34-5 Sijang-gil, Yugu-eup, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Yugu Mural Street is centered around a textile factory that has operated since the 1950s. The walls surrounding the factory feature murals of elderly women weaving at looms, spinning machines, and vibrant tile mosaics. Visitors can learn about the history of the textile industry through dioramas, while the Yugu Textile History Exhibition Hall displays various weaving machines. With a traditional market nearby, it's an excellent destination for a combined tour.

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