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Seodong Park and Gungnamji Pond (서동공원과 궁남지)

Seodong Park and Gungnamji Pond (서동공원과 궁남지)

2.9 Km    30235     2021-03-08

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

Gungnamji Pond (Historic Site No.135), located in Seodong Park, is Korea’s first artificial pond and was created by King Mu from the Baekje dynasty, who was in love with and eventually married Princess Seonhwa. Gungnamji, literally means a pond in the south of the royal palace in Korean, was named according to the Samguksagi record.

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.

Goransa Ferry (고란사유람선)

Goransa Ferry (고란사유람선)

3.0 Km    33364     2020-02-07

Buso-ro, Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-835-4689

Goransa Ferry is the best way to understand the history of the Baekje dynasty while enjoying the still waters of Baengmagang River. The ferry passes various historical sites within Busosanseong Fortress, including Cheonjangdae Cliff, Nakhwaam Rock, Joryongdae Cliff, and Jaondae Cliff. Of these sites, Nakhwaam Rock (Falling Flower Rock) is perhaps the most famous, being known as the location where many Baekje women jumped from the cliff rather than be taken captive when the dynasty fell to invading forces. Another key site is Goransa Temple, home to a fountain of natural spring water that was said to prevent aging.

Kudurae Dolssambap (구드래돌쌈밥)

3.2 Km    7482     2024-03-28

31 Naruteo-ro, Buyeo-eup, Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-836-9259

Kudurae Dolssambap is situated on the Goodtrae Food Street in Buyeo, the historic capital of the Baekje kingdom. The restaurant is renowned for its dolssambap - a nutritious set meal consisting of rice cooked in a hot stone pot, accompanied by a selection of vegetables and side dishes. This signature dish emphasizes the use of medicinal plants and vegetables, promoting a wholesome dining experience.

Goransa Temple (고란약수)

Goransa Temple (고란약수)

3.2 Km    10497     2021-11-26

1-25, Buso-ro, Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-830-2623

Goransa Temple is located at the foot of the cliffs of Nakhwaam before the Baengmagang River. There is a well called Goranjeong behind the temple. The kings of Baekje are said to have drank water from this well at least once a day. It is said the water will make anyone who drinks it become three years younger.

Buyeo Sky Banner (부여하늘날기)

Buyeo Sky Banner (부여하늘날기)

3.3 Km    2     2022-07-26

12, Seongwang-ro 173beon-gil, Buyeo-gun, Chuncheongnam-do
+82-41-837-8809

Buyeo Sky Banner is the only place that offers free-flying hot air balloon ride in Korea and was designated as one of the top ten themed travels by Korea Tourism Organization. Buyeo is a rural region considered ideal for flying hot air balloons due to its relatively low mountain terrains. The balloons fly a distance of seven to eight kilometers over the Baengmangang River, offering a bird's-eye-view of Buyeo and the Geumgang River as well as the many historical heritages from the Baekje period.

Gudeurae Park (구드래조각공원)

Gudeurae Park (구드래조각공원)

3.3 Km    12122     2020-03-18

60, Naruteo-ro, Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-830-2880

Located at the western end of Busosan Mountain along the Baekma River, the Gudeurae region boasts beautiful scenery and a well-developed sculpture park. The port in the region acted as an entrance to the Sabi Castle during the Baekje dynasty and today serves as a dock for the cruise ship that travels up and down the Baekma River. Restaurants serving delicious regional cuisine are located near the dock, making the area a recommended tourist location for visitors who are looking for a combination of natural beauty and flavorful culinary delights.

Gudeurae was designated a Korea tourist region in 1985. Following the official designation, a sculpture park housing 59 sculptures was established in the area. Thirty of the works of art were crafted by sculptors residing in Gudeurae who are known for skills that have been handed down from artists dating back to the Baekje Period. The other 29 pieces are from Korean and overseas artists who participated in the International Modern Sculpture Symposium in 1999. The sculptures bring about a sense of beauty that reflects the region’s history as well as modern art, making the park a popular tourist site and retreat for residents. A monument built in memory of a well-known folk song describing the beauty of Gudeurae is also located in the region.

Baengmagang Leisure Park (백마강레저파크)

Baengmagang Leisure Park (백마강레저파크)

3.7 Km    3055     2022-04-08

424, Wangheung-ro, Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-1833-8982

Baengmagang Leisure Park provides camping all year round as well as caravan facilities and water sports facilities. Visitors can enjoy waterski, wakeboarding, banana boat, and water playgrounds as well as outdoor swimming pool in the summer.

Baegmagang River (백마강)

Baegmagang River (백마강)

4.0 Km    8551     2017-08-08

Buyeo-eup, Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Baegmagang River (백마강), which literally means ‘the largest river in the Baekje Kingdom’, refers to the 16km-long Geumgang River.

There are many historic sites all along Baegmagang River, which flows around Mt. Busosan, including Cheonjeongdae Altar (천정대), where important national affairs of the Baekje Dynasty were determined, Nakhwaam Rock (낙화암), Joryongdae Rock, Gudeure, BusanㆍDaejaegak Pavilion, Jaondae Rock and Subukjeong Pavilion.

* Joryongdae Rock (조룡대)
A small island-like rock on the Baegmagang riverside
* Daejaegak Pavilion (대재각)
Daejaegak Pavilion is located at the Baegmagang River cliff across from the Gudeure Ferry. In this pavilion can be found a rock bed engraved with ‘Jitongjaesim Ilmodowon’ on its surface.

Baekjewon (백제원)

Baekjewon (백제원)

4.0 Km    4983     2021-02-18

553, Baekjemun-ro, Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-832-0041

Baekjewon is a cultural complex made up of a botanical garden and Buyeo Museum. As the only botanical garden in Buyeo, Baekjewon boasts a well organized collection of plants and agricultural materials of Buyeo. Buyeo Museum's exhibitions present cultural relics, records of modern history, film and music-related materials of Buyeo from the Baekje Kingdom to modern times.

Great Baekje Festival (대백제전)

Great Baekje Festival (대백제전)

4.6 Km    32005     2023-09-11

455, Baekjemun-ro, Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-635-6980

Great Baekje Festival first started in 1955 and aims to bring the history and culture of the Baekje era to life, taking place at UNESCO-recognized sites. Visitors can enjoy various programs while traveling back to the Baekje era.