Tapsa Temple (마이산 탑사)

16.1 Km 26944 2024-04-07

367, Maisannam-ro, Maryeong-myeon, Jinan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-433-0012

Tapsa Temple is famous for its over 80 stone pagodas. Each pagoda has a name, meaning and role. The pagodas are made of natural stone. They range in x_height from 1 meter to 13.5 meters and in shape from conical to straight. Two twin pagodas behind Daeungjeonhall are the tallest, standing three times the x_height of an average adult.

Maisan Hwaeomgul Cave (마이산 화엄굴)

16.2 Km 13397 2024-04-07

367, Maisannam-ro, Jinan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-430-8751

Maisan Mountain has two major peaks made of sedimentary rocks; these peaks are said to be ‘couple peaks’ and cannot be found anywhere else. Sut Maibong (alt. 667 meters) is said to be the male peak while the slightly larger Am Maibong (alt. 673 meters) is deemed the female peak. In the early Joseon period the mountain was named ‘Sokgeumsan,’ but began to be called ‘Maisan’ after the 12th year of King Taejong, who commented that the two peaks resembled horse ears (‘maisan’ meaning ‘horse ears’). All along Maisan Mountain, visitors will find small crater-like rock cavities that are formed by prolonged weathering. These unique geological features, called ‘tafoni,’ are of great academic value.

Inside Hwaeomgul Cave, visitors can observe medicinal water that flows up from underground all throughout the year. It is widely believed that once you drink the water, especially on the days of the Spring and Autumn Equinox, you will soon have a son and be blessed by the mountain spirit. Even today, many women who have difficulty conceiving visit the mountain to pray to the mountain spirits for their heart’s desire—the gift of a child. The region in which Maisan is located is the birthplace of many talented people and national heroes, which some say is proof of the blessings of the mountain and its extremely powerful spirit.

Maisan Mountain Tafoni Terrain (마이산 타포니지형)

16.2 Km 28549 2024-04-07

255 Maisan-ro, Jinan-eup, Jinan-gun, Jeonbuk-do

Tafoni terrain refer to clusters of small caves resembling bombarded peaks. On the southern slope of Ammaibong Peak in Maisan Mountain, various-shaped honeycomb caves are widely spread out. These formations are believed to have been formed during the 4th Ice Age and subsequently shaped by frost action. Such caves are commonly found along coastlines.

Haneullae Deulkkot Village (하늘내들꽃마을 [녹색농촌체험])

16.4 Km 14563 2024-04-07

554, Cheoncheonbung-ro, Jangsu-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-353-5185

Situated in Jangsu, Jeollabuk-do, Haneullae Deulkkot Village, as the name suggests in Korean, it is a village nestled alongside the Cheoncheon stream (haneullae means ‘heaven creek’). The area is blessed with clear shallow creek, a green mountain and a field of wild flowers (deulkkot). In the small ecological park there is a 1.6 kilometer square building, a playground, a farm, a garden and a pond occupying nearly 10,000 square meters. Next to the grassy playground you’ll find a therapeutic pebble path made for walking on bare foot, towering trees scattered around the playground offering some cool shade and a few swing chairs attached to the tall trees. There are three wooden look-out stations also shaded by the platanus trees. And in a corner of the playground is a campground capable of accommodating up to ten tents. The pond is home to more than ten varieties of water plants, including the lotus and water hyacinth. There are also some colourful native water life, such as the Crucian carp, daces, dark chubs, Chinese minnows, loaches, freshwater snails and marsh snails.

The cafeteria is all made of pine. Visitors can breathe in the soothing woody aroma, take in the view of the park all while having a meal. You can go on hiking trails, rest afterwards with some tea then walk to the local market in a pavilion. Also, people can visit the local compost centre and earthworm breeding farm, as well as the nearby roosters, a protected species native to Korea.

Maisan Provincial Park (마이산도립공원)

16.6 Km 55449 2024-04-07

126-3, Danyang-ri, Jinan-eup, Jinan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-430-8751

Maisan Provincial Park is a rocky mountain composed of two great peaks, Ammaibong (687.4 meters) and Sumaibong (681.1 meters), and dozens of smaller peaks. These peaks have a variety of names depending on the season. In spring, the mountain provides sweeping panoramic views for its cherry blossoms, and cosmos and silver grass in fall. The Eunsusa Temple, Geumdangsa Temple, and Tapsa Temple with its 80 stone pagodas are all worth exploring, enhancing the experience of the area.

Jinan Red Ginseng Festival (진안홍삼축제)

17.2 Km 30399 2024-04-07

160, Maisan-ro, Jinan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-430-2391~3

Jinan Red Ginseng Festival is held every October in the northern region of Maisan Mountain which has the title of being the only red ginseng special zone in Korea. With various red ginseng-related programs and cultural activities, visitors are sure to enjoy the festival with this energetic food. The festival also offers discounted prices on Jinan red ginseng for festival-goers.

Hamyang Daebong Mountain Valley Resort (함양대봉산휴양밸리)

19.1 Km 0 2024-02-21

331 Byeonggokjigok-ro, Byeonggok-myeon, Hamyang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Hamyang Daebong Mountain Valley Resort is a recreation and tourism complex at the foot of Daebongsan Mountain in Hamyang. This resort boasts an array of attractions, including a mountain monorail and a zipline, offering exhilirating experiences amidst natural beauty. Addtionally, guests can enjoy various accommodation and and camping facilities, along with a forest park, blending adventure and relaxation seamlessly. The zipline itself, positioned 1,200 meters above sea level, spans an impressive length of 3.27 kilometers, providing an unforgettable aerial journey over the landscape.

Imsil Cheese Theme Park (임실치즈테마파크)

19.7 Km 0 2024-04-07

50, Doin 2-gil, Imsil-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-643-9540

Imsil Cheese Theme Park is the only cheese related theme park in Korea. Open in 1960, the park provide visitors a chance to enjoy the delicious Imsil cheese in various ways.

Imsil N Cheese Festival (임실N치즈축제)

19.7 Km 48386 2024-04-07

50, Doin 2-gil, Imsil-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-643-3900

Imsil N Cheese Festival gives festival-goers a chance to take in the savory scent of cheese all day long at Imsil, the most famous cheese industry in Korea. The festival offers visitors a chance to become a character from a fairy tale by entering the Imsil Cheese Theme Park with nine different themes and 84 programs. Visitors will be able to taste and purchase goods made from Imsil at discounted prices.

Tapsa Temple (마이산 탑사) - Area information - Korea travel information