Cheongju Sangdangsanseong Fortress (청주 상당산성)

10.6Km 2025-10-23

70 Seongnae-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-201-0202

Sangdangsanseong Fortress in Cheongju, Chungcheongbuk-do is a fortress built along the natural slopes close to downtown Cheongju. It was comprehensively improved in 1596 (29th year of King Seonjo’s reign) during Imjinwaeran (Japanese invasion of Korea in 1592) and later remodeled into a stone fortress during the 42nd year of King Sukjong’s reign.

This 4.2km-long, 3-4m-tall fortress was built with stones of various sizes, earth and sand. The fortress has three gates, located in the east, west and south respectively. The three gates remain almost intact, and all still have their gate towers. The front gate in the south, named ‘Gongnammun Gate,’ is crescent-shaped while the East and West gates are square. The East and West Command Posts also stand within the confines of the fortress itself. This fortress was designated as Historic Site No. 212 in 1970. Additionally, visitors can sample Jujube Wine (Korean traditional wine) as well as a variety of local cuisine.

Sejong Gallery Association Art Fair (세종화랑협회 창립기념 아트페어 “프로젝트 FREE” 겨울정원54℃)

11.4Km 2025-05-20

Pyeong-ri, Jochiwon-eup, Sejong-si
+82-44-862-1620

Sejong Gallery Association supports the growth of local art culture by discovering emerging artists and promoting art culture. It hosts an art fair to provide a platform to artists where they can express their creative selves. The art fair also provides visitors with an opportunity to enjoy artworks displayed by emerging artists and purchase them.

Cheonghyang Ilsik (청향일식)

11.5Km 2025-05-20

97, Jangan 1-gil, Jochiwon-eup, Sejong-si
+82-44-866-7725

Cheonghyang Ilsik is a Japanese restaurant specializing in seafood made with fresh fish and shellfish. In addition to serving delicious dishes, the restaurant also presents a traditional interior design complete with wooden and roof tiles.

SEMIPUBLIC (세미퍼블릭)

11.9Km 2025-10-23

3-1 Jochiwon-ro, Jochiwon-eup, Sejong-si

As implied by its name, SEMIPUBLIC is a cultural art space that blends semi-public and semi-private qualities. A studio and local art community centered on creativity, it inspires artistic activities and expereinces using a variety of art materials, design books, and art installations. Visitors can experience the world of art and contemporary aesthetics as well as enjoy the perks of local city life.

Bugangok (부강옥)

11.9Km 2025-05-20

103, Bugangoecheon-ro, Sejong-si
+82-10-9577-8953

It is a restaurant that’s featured a lot in various media. This Korean restaurant is located in Sejong-si. The representative menu is blood sausage and rice soup.

Jochiwon Station (조치원역)

12.0Km 2025-05-20

215, Eutteum-gil, Sejong-si

Opened on January 1, 1905, Jochiwon Station is a major hub for trains on the Gyeongbu Line. It also connects Cheongju to the other areas in Chungcheongnam-do. The station underwent expansion and a second story was built on built on May 19, 1999.

The station plaza has a artworks on display and it also serves as a venue various cultural events. The station's location also made it an important transfer point for trains on the Chungbuk, Gyeongbu, Jeolla, and Honam Lines. With the continuous urban development in Sejong City and Osong City, the station is also expected to play a major role in transportation and commerce for the central region.

Gayeongdang, Cheongju (가영당)

12.1Km 2024-12-23

71-54 , Miraeji-ro, Cheongwon-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-233-9966

Gayeongdang is a hanok stay in Ochang Hanok Village ( part of Ochang Miraeji Agricultural Theme Park) in Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do. The hanok was built by flower-tea master Kim Byeong-hee, using only Korean pinewood - and the rich pine scent still fills the rooms. The rooms are all ondol style. Guests staying in the main building have access to a living room and tea room, while guests in the annexe can enjoy barbecues in the yard. Visitors can talke part in a tea ceremony and enjoy flower tea and sweets while conversing with the master. The hanok can also be rented as a space for seminars, small concerts, and weddings.

Jocheon Lotus Park (조천연꽃공원)

12.1Km 2025-05-20

226 Beonam-ri, Jochiwon-eup, Sejong-si

Jocheon Lotus Park is an ecological park established by cultivating white lotus, red lotus, and water lilies on abandoned agricultural land. Developed on former farmland, the park blossoms with vibrant lotus flowers during the summer months of July and August. As visitors stroll along the deck path, they can relish the soothing sounds of Jocheon Stream. The pathway along the Jocheon Riverside is especially scenic in spring, adorned with cherry blossoms, earning it the name Jocheonbyeon Cherry Blossom Path. This provides a picturesque backdrop for flower viewing and photography.

Sejong Singwangsa Temple (신광사 (세종))

12.2Km 2025-05-20

24, Togolgogae-gil, Sejong-si
+82-44-865-5601

Singwangsa Temple is located on Nojeoksan Mountain. It is estimated to have been built 160 years ago, and renovated in 1920 by head monk Lee Gyeong-jik. The temple, originally called Togoljeol or Suryangsa, was renamed Singwangsa by monk Hyewon in 1980. Visitors will discover that this temple is filled with youthful energy. Although the temple has a short history, its location near Hongik University Sejong Campus has helped the temple become popular among college students.

Mihyang (미향)

12.6Km 2025-05-20

1, Munhwa 4-gil, Jochiwon-eup, Sejong-si
+82-41-866-3173

Mihyang is a seafood restaurant specializing in haemul-jjim (steamed seafood).

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