Sikjangsan Cultural Park (Sunrise Observatory) (식장산 문화공원(해돋이전망대))

5.7 Km 35273 2023-02-09

32-834, Secheongongwon-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Sikjangsan (623.6 meters) is a mountain spanning three regions - Dong-gu of Daejeon, Gunbuk-myeon and Gunseo-myeon of Okcheon-gun. As the tallest peak in the city located in the southeastern part of Dong-gu, Daejeon, it stands proudly next to great mountains in neighboring regions such as Seodaesan, the tallest peak in Chungcheongnam-do (904 meters), and Daeseongsan, the tallest in Okcheon (705 meters). Home of a 4.82 million-square-meter large, natural ecosystem preservation forest designated by the city, Sikjangsan is an ecological repository featuring plants of 224 species, 45 varieties, 187 genera, and 78 families; 45 kinds of mammals such as roe deer, squirrels, wildcats, raccoons and bats; over 100 types of birds; reptiles; and amphibians.
Sikjangsan Cultural Park is an ecological park that continues from Secheon Park to Sikjangsan Sunrise Observatory. The cultural park was established at the peak of the mountain, which had been regarded as one of the best nightscape viewpoints in Daejeon. A traditional tower built inside the cultural park adds a sense of classical dignity. An observatory from which the entire city can be seen in a single view is also located here. People of all ages and genders visit the tower and observatory to enjoy the expansive view of Daejeon.

Pungnyeon Samgyetang (풍년삼계탕)

5.8 Km 7 2024-02-15

407 Gyejok-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Pungnyeon Samgyetang is a Korean restaurant situated near the Terminal Complex in Dong-gu, Daejeon. Specializing in samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup), it is renowned as a nutritious dish in Korean cuisine. A distinctive feature of their service is the presentation of the food in a hot pot, ensuring warmth until the last bite. The addition of a layer of porridge underneath the chicken enhances the heartiness of this fulfilling meal.

Homeplus - Daejeon Gao Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 대전가오)

6.1 Km 0 2024-04-23

72, Euneosong-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

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Daejeon Jungang Market (대전 중앙시장)

6.1 Km 29234 2022-12-26

783, Daejeon-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon
+82-2-226-0319

Daejeon Jungang Market is a large comprehensive market consisting of many smaller markets including the Jungang Comprehensive Market, Jungang Arcade Market, Jayu Wholesale Market, New Jungang Market, and Jungang Wholesale Market. Daejeon Jungang Market is located in downtown Dong-gu and is one of the most famous traditional markets in the city. The market has many different sections (dried seafood street, hardware street, fish street, herbal medicine street, hanbok street, delicacy street, etc.) which stretch all the way from Daejeon Station to the banks of the Daejeoncheon Stream.

Eunhye Sikdang (은혜식당)

6.2 Km 13 2024-02-29

11 Hanbat-daero 1159beon-gil, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon
042-625-5248

Eunhye Sikdang, opened in 1992, is renowned for its braised fish dishes. The signature menu item is galchi jorim (braised cutlassfish). Staying true to tradition, the dish is prepared by simmering cutlassfish with radish and a special seasoning sauce until tender, eliminating any fishy taste and adding a spicy kick. In addition to the galchi jorim, the restaurant offers a variety of Korean set menu, making it a popular choice among locals.

Samdaejjae Jeontong Kalguksu (삼대째전통칼국수)

6.2 Km 13 2024-02-15

13 Daejeon-ro 825beon-gil, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Samdaejjae Jeontong Kalguksu is a restaurant located near Daejeon Station, specializing in kalguksu (noodle soup). The menu consists of kalguksu and suyuk (boiled pork slices), with a seasonal addition of kongguksu (noodles in cold soybean soup) during the summer. The kalguksu at this restaurant is characterized by its rich and hearty broth, made from a Korean beef bone base that is simmered for an extended period. Known for its affordable prices, the restaurant enjoys a loyal following among its customers.

Hanbat Museum of Education (한밭교육박물관)

6.2 Km 22261 2021-04-09

96, Uam-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-670-2200

Hanbat Museum of Education, opened on July 10, 1992, is home to 9 exhibition halls, 3 smaller exhibition areas, and outdoor exhibit areas displaying a total of 27,000 education-related items such as old school textbooks, educational books, student files, stationery, and more. The museum is particularly popular as a fieldtrip destination for local students.

Exhibition chambers at the museum house documents and items that bear witness to the history of education from the olden days (i.e. village Confucian schools) to the present. Also on display are folk materials on the ancient educational institutions of the past and the daily lives of students. Thanks to the extent and variety of its documents, the museum is a great educational institution that not only preserves the history of education in Korea, but also sheds light on hundreds of years of life, tradition, and culture.

The museum building, built on June 8, 1938, is the oldest one in the city. Used as a school and later a military base for the U.N. Peace Corps and North Korean soldiers during the Korean War, the building has never been renovated and still bears the bullet holes and other marks of its tumultuous history. In recognition of its historical importance as a local structure, the museum was designated Cultural Property Material No. 50.

Baekcheonjip Sikdang (백천집식당)

6.3 Km 17 2024-02-15

119 Junggyo-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Baekcheonjip Sikdang, situated within Daejeon Jungang Market, is renowned for its sundae dishes. The standout item on their menu is sundae gukbap (sundae and rice soup), a savory and flavorful dish where sundae is presented in a broth within a hot pot, ensuring a delightful experience free from any unwanted odors. The addition of kimchi enhances the dish's overall taste. Additionally, sundae is available as a standalone menu option.

Myongrang Sikdang (명랑식당)

6.3 Km 12 2024-02-15

56-20 Taejeon-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Myongrang Sikdang is a Korean restaurant that specializes in gungjung yukgaejang (spicy beef soup). With a proud emphasis on the authentic taste of yukgaejang, they exclusively offer this single dish. The yukgaejang, served in a hot pot, combines a rich and refreshing flavor with beef and green onions. A favorite among locals, the restaurant is open exclusively during lunch hours.

Hanbat Sikdang (한밭식당)

6.3 Km 8 2024-02-15

1F, 3 Taejeon-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Hanbat Sikdang is a traditional Korean restaurant that opened in 1955. It specializes in various Korean soup dishes made with a broth simmered from beef bones for over five hours. The signature dish is Sohanmari tang (Ox bone soup special), a type of rich gomtang (beef bone soup). The menu also includes seolleongtang (ox bone soup), doganitang (ox knee soup), galbitang (galbi soup), and suyuk (boiled pork slices). It is conveniently located near the KTX Daejeon Station.

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