Kkottongnae (꽃동네)

0m 8775 2024-03-15

47-93, Kkotdongne-gil, Eumseong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-879-0100

Kkottongnae, established by Father Woong-jin Oh in 1976, is a comprehensive social welfare community dedicated to supporting a diverse group of individuals including seniors, children, people with disabilities, and the homeless. This center extends its services beyond immediate care by also running educational institutions and research facilities focused on missionary endeavors, philanthropy, and social welfare initiatives.

Eumseong Pumba Festival (음성품바축제)

9.9 Km 14245 2024-04-11

28 Seolseonggongwon-gil, Eumseong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-871-3402

Pumba was the word repeated in the songs of street singers, especially when Korea was once impoverished. They strolled around marketplaces or villages seeking food, money, or anything they could get. Pumba doesn’t have a specific meaning but is a language mechanism for keeping a rhythm. These days, the word pumba generally refers to gakseori, a type of performance by performers who do not beg for food or money, but simply sing at events or festivals for entertainment. The Pumba Festival is held in Eumseong every year to celebrate this important part of Korea's modern history.

Breeding Ground of Grey Herons (진천 노원리 왜가리 번식지)

15.0 Km 7470 2020-04-15

113-12, Nonsil-gil, Jincheon-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-539-3624

The Breeding Ground of Grey Herons is located behind the Nogok Village in Jincheon, Chungcheongbuk-do. The migratory birds nestled on the 1,000-year-old ginkgo tree. However, as the tree started to decay due to bird droppings over time, resulting in the loss of the birds' main nest. Subsequently, the birds started to settle in the surrounding bushes and forests. In order to preserve the habitat and encourage gray heron breeding, the area was designated as a Natural Monument.

P.Atteul (Pig Museum) (피아뜰(돼지보러오면돼지))

15.1 Km 15963 2024-02-29

133 Imosan-ro 372beon-gil, Yul-myeon, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-641-7540

P.Atteul is a petting farm where children can interact with a variety of animals, including pigs. It features a Pig Museum with more than 300 pig-related collectibles, a sandbox, a mini ball pool, a bloack playground, a picnic area, an animal ecology center, and a theater. It is also equipped with amenities, such as a coffe shop, convenience store, and souvenir shop. In addition, visitors can feed animals and enjoy the ecoswing program, a safe, non-motorized flight experience.

Chopyeong Reservoir (초평저수지)

15.6 Km 26562 2024-02-23

Chopyeong-ro, Chopyeong-myeon, Jincheon-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Chopyeong Reservoir, formed by damming the Mihocheon Stream, is a renowned fishing spot, especially popular for ice fishing. It hosts species such as carp, crucian carp, and snakehead. Fishing bungalows are scattered across the lake, resembling islands. This spot is perfect for those looking to enjoy trail trekking around the lake and take in the picturesque scenery.

Anseong Dongmakgol Ice Fishing Festival (안성 동막골 빙어축제)

15.6 Km 85395 2023-04-17

Dugyo-ri, Juksan-myeon, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-31-674-4528

Visitors are welcome to participate in various winter activities such as ice fishing, sledding, traditional winter games, barehanded fishing, and more! Gwanghyewon Reservoir, the venue of Anseong Dume Lake Ice Fishing Festival, is one of the largest reservoirs of Anseong-si, known for its first class water quality that runs down from Charyeon Mountain Range.

Yongsopokpo Falls (용소폭포)

16.5 Km 23545 2020-02-05

132, Jomurakgol-gil, Buk-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-582-8830

Three kilometers up Domachigyegok Valley from Sampalgyo Bridge, Yongsopokpo Falls flows peacefully into Yongso Pond. The water originates from Domacheon Stream, which passes through rugged mountains like Seongnyongsan, Domachiryeong Pass, Silloryeong Pass, and Gungmangbong Peak 1,000 meters above sea level. The waterfall is in striking harmony with the surrounding landscape. Yongsopokpo Falls pools into a clear, blue pond, which is surrounded by rocks. In the fall, the pond receives some added beauty in the form of the surrounding autumn foliage, so it is a popular photo spot for hikers.

Jincheon Bell Museum (진천 종박물관)

17.3 Km 7975 2021-06-29

1504-12, Baekgok-ro, Jincheon-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-539-3847

The Jincheon Bell Museum opened in 2005 with the objective of promoting the unique artistic value of Korean bells. The museum’s location itself is also very meaningful, as Jincheon is home to the oldest steel production site in Korea. In the nearby area, Uncheon-dong, Beomjong (a temple bell) of the late United Silla Kingdom was discovered along with the remains of the Ongdusaji Cheoldanggan of the Goryeo dynasty.

Anseong Seoil Farm (안성 서일농원)

17.5 Km 42141 2024-02-21

332-17 Geumil-ro, Iljuk-myeon, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Anseong Seoil Farm is dedicated to crafting jang (fermented condiments) using wholesome ingredients. They utilize meju (fermented soybeans) made with 100% Korean-grown soybeans to create their signature products like cheonggukjang (rich soybean paste), doenjang (soybean paste), and gochujang (red chili paste). Visitors can witness around 2,000 crocks. Additionally, the farm boasts an onsite restaurant where visitors can relish dishes prepared from these jangs.

Haeseong (해성)

19.1 Km 21198 2024-03-25

1603 Chungcheong-daero, Jeungpyeong-eup, Jeungpyeong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
043-838-3939

Haeseong specializes in Korean beef, gaining acclaim for its grilled galbi. The restaurant sources its premium beef exclusively from Goesan and Jeungpyeong, known for their unspoiled environments. This ensures patrons can savor the distinct flavors of each beef cut. The signature dish is the tender and chewy kkotgalbisal (grilled boneless galbi). Another favorite is the Sohanmari (assorted beef cuts), which includes a variety of cuts such as sirloin, strip loin, beef brisket, and thin flank. Being directly managed by the National Agricultural Cooperative Federation, Haeseong offers these high-quality dishes at reasonable prices.

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