Ppuri Park (뿌리공원)

0m 41579 2021-08-18

79, Ppurigongwon-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-288-8310

Ppuri Park was created under the theme of filial piety, one of the overriding values of Korean society. Opened on November 1, 1997, the park occupies a plot of land measuring 109,091 m² and is filled with unique sculptures and art pieces that remind visitors of their family ties. Other main points of interest at Ppuri Park include the Deep-rooted Spring (symbolizing the 12 jisin/gods of the earth), a waterfront stage, grass square, observation deck, and recreational forest. Another must-visit attraction is the Samnam Memorial Tower, which represents the harmony and cooperation between the Honam and Yeongnam regions of Korea.

Hyo Culture Ppuri Festival (대전 효문화뿌리축제)

232.4337770432015m 14410 2023-09-14

47, Ppurigongwon-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-606-6290

Hyo Culture Ppuri Festival is dedicated to finding the roots of the ancestry of unique family clans and learning traditional filial piety. The festival's venue Ppuri Park was opened in 1997 as a family-friendly park to raise awareness of recognizing the importance of ancestral roots. The park has a statue dedicated to 136 unique family clans, tracing their origins. Korea Genealogy Museum is also at this park, preserving genealogy archives.

Choegane (최가네)

945.8875914995307m 22 2024-02-26

2 Daedunsan-ro 159beonan-gil, Jung-gu, Daejeon
042-583-6997

Choegane, a Korean beef restaurant, is famed for its tender meat. Their signature dish, Korean beef cuts, is grilled over charcoal to enhance its delicious flavor. This succulent meat is ideally enjoyed wrapped in leaves with pickled onions and various other accompaniments. Other popular dishes include yukhoe (Korean beef tartare) and yuk sashimi (sliced raw beef), both widely appreciated by patrons.

Daejeon O-World (대전오월드)

1.3 Km 50892 2022-12-27

70, Sajeonggongwon-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-580-4820

Daejeon O-World was established when the Daejeon Zoo and Joy Land, an amusement park, were integrated under the supervision of the Daejeon City Corporation. The project cost a whopping 40 billion won and resulted in the construction of Flower Land (100,000㎡) in addition to the renamed Zoo Land and the preexisting Joy Land. It opened on May 1, 2009 to the public.

The three main sections of Daejeon O-World are Zoo Land, Joy Land, and Flower Land. Zoo Land is currently home to a total of 600 animals of 130 different species including American black bears, Bengal tigers, lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and ostriches. Amusement rides, waterslides, and four-season sledding are housed at Joy Land. Flower Land boasts a number of smaller sections such as Rose Garden, Four Season Garden, Herb Garden, and Maze Garden and is home to a total of 150,000 tress of 100 different species and 200,000 flowers of 85 different species. An outdoor stage and concert hall are also located in the area. There are plenty of things to see and enjoy in every corner of Daejeon O-World. Just beyond Festival Street, visitors will find a large (3,000㎡) pond with a fountain.

Mokpo Patkalguksu (목포팥칼국수)

2.1 Km 12 2024-02-15

377 Daedunsan-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon

Mokpo Patkalguksu is renowned for its pat kalguksu, a traditional Korean dish that combines handmade noodles with patjuk (red bean porridge). This dish offers a deep and rich flavor, primarily derived from the locally sourced red beans. Diners have the option to customize their meal with a touch of salt or sugar to suit their taste. Complementing this dish are standard side servings of mulkimchi (water kimchi) and yeolmu kimchi (young summer radish kimchi), both of which pair excellently with the red bean paste noodle soup.

Hwangtae Kalguksu (황태칼국수)

2.7 Km 5 2024-02-28

15-22 Jeongnim-ro 10beon-gil, Seo-gu, Daejeon

Hwangtae Kalguksu is a Korean restaurant known for offering various hwangtae (dried pollack) dishes. The popular menu item is hwangtae bajirak kalguksu (noodle soup with dried pollack and clams), featuring a broth prepared by boiling hwangtae for long hours in a cast-iron pot. The combination of refreshing broth and soft noodles makes it a sought-after dish, especially for those looking for a hangover soup. The restaurant also serves dishes like hwangtae gui (grilled dried pollack), hwangtae jeongol (dried pollack hot pot) and hwangtae jinguk (dried pollack soup).

Ttiul Seokgalbi Doma Branch (띠울석갈비 도마점)

3.2 Km 0 2024-02-28

1353 Gyebaek-ro, Seo-gu, Daejeon

Ttiul Seokgalbi is a Korean restaurant specializing in seokgalbi (stone-grilled galbi), a traditional Korean dish where galbi are grilled over charcoal and served on a hot stone plate. The meat is sweetly marinated and grilled, offering a convenient and enjoyable dining experience. Customers have the choice between pork and beef, and a spicy seasoning option is also available.

Kkeomppeok Millaengmyeon (껌뻑밀냉면)

3.4 Km 6 2024-02-15

15 Jebine 4-gil, Seo-gu, Daejeon

Kkeombeok Millaengmyeon is a noodle-focused restaurant known for its chewy fresh noodles. The signature dish, milmyeon (wheat noodles), is made with freshly pulled noodles upon order, providing a delightful chewy texture and great taste. For those who enjoy spicy flavors, trying bibim milmyeon (spicy wheat noodles) is also recommended. In addition to milmyeon, the menu includes dishes like kongguksu (noodles in cold soybean soup) and deulkkae kalguksu (noodle soup with perilla seeds).

Himart - Yucheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 유천점)

3.6 Km 0 2024-04-22

1538, Gyebaek-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon

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Mr. Wang Taepyeong Branch (미스터왕태평점)

3.8 Km 3 2024-02-23

1F-2F, 1561 Gyebaek-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon
042-320-9999

Mr. Wang is a local favorite known for its Chinese culinary offerings. The standout dish on their menu is yuringi (deep-fried chicken in hot and sour soy sauce). It features deep-fried chicken in a tantalizing hot and sour soy sauce, tossed together with vegetables. Additionally, their affordable a la carte menu is particularly popular for weekday lunches. Patrons also frequently enjoy other favorites like jjamppong (spicy seafood noodle soup) and yuni jjajang (black bean sauce noodles with minced meat).

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