Jeokbyeokgang River (적벽강)

12.0 Km 22977 2021-02-01

697, Jeokbyeokgang-ro, Geumsan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-750-2371

The primary source of the Geumgang River is a spring located on Ddeunbong Peak in Subun-ri, Jangsu-gun, Jeollabuk-do, which flows to the north. At Changnam, it changes direction and enters Bangu-ri, Buri-myeon, Geumsan-gun. From here, the river flows through steep mountains. At Sutong-ri, the precipitous cliffs of a mountain named Jeokbyeok tower proudly above, and where the river runs under these steep cliffs it is called the Jeokbyeokgang River.

Jeokbyeok literally means "red walls" in Korean. The Geumgang River under Jeokbyeok is as calm as a peaceful lake with long sandy shores. This riverbank is alive with beautiful flowers in spring, green pine trees in summer, and in fall, the green gives way to an autumnal tint, until lovely snowscapes blanket the area in winter.

Nangye Hall of Korean Classical Music (영동군 난계국악당)

14.4 Km 7766 2020-04-02

11, Seongan-gil, Yeongdong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-740-3884

Opened in 1987, Nangye Hall of Korean Classical Music is located in Yeongdong-gun with two above ground levels and one basement level. It is comprised of a 528 seat hall, dressing rooms, a projection room, and sound room. Various performance and events are held in the hall.

Geumgang Resort (금강유원지)

14.6 Km 7711 2020-02-20

596, Geumgang-ro, Okcheon-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-731-2233

Geumgang Resort has become popular thanks to the construction of the Geumgang Service Area. With scenic mountains and a large beautiful lake, this resort attracts many visitors. By crossing a nearby dam, visitors can get to Usan-ri. Recently, many modern homestay facilities have been built in this area, and it has been transformed into a perfect destination for families and young people alike.

Utilize the many facilities of the Geumgang Service Area while relaxing at Geumgang Resort. Also, Joryeong-ri Local Food Village is located across from the Geumgang Service Area, and offers a variety of local foods.

Maninsan Recreational Forest (만인산 자연휴양림)

14.7 Km 1 2023-02-09

106, Sannae-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Maninsan Recreational Forest sits on the border between Daejeon and Geumsan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do, and is located approx. 17 kilometers away from Daejeon Station on National Route 17. It consists of Maninsan, the main peak, as well as Bongsuregol, Keunbaegol, and Jageunbaegol, and, because of its beautiful landscape, it even enshrined the figures of King Taejo and his princes during the Joseon Dynasty. Pure water constantly flows in the valleys and broadleaf trees form a thickly wooded forest. This recreational forest located close to the city has utilized natural ridges and is divided into the family recreation district, youth district, and picnic district to provide a pleasant resting area for citizens. Maninsan Service Area is a convenience facility of the recreational forest built with private capital in 1990 and, at the time of its construction, it utilized the natural valleys as they were without damaging any part of the forest. Decks were installed in the valleys, and the structure itself was built with one semi-underground floor and two ground floors. The main framework was made of reinforced concrete and wood was used as the primary material for construction. Also, a pond was created in front of the rest area to harmonize with the natural landscape. As a result, it is widely praised by experts as the most beautifully constructed rest area in Korea, and it is becoming a place that citizens frequently visit to relax. There are comfortable benches and resting spots situated throughout for visitors to relax while enjoying the views and, in particular, Manillugak is a symbolic recreational facility of Maninsan and a representative pavilion structure. It was built in the architectural style of Segeomjeong Pavilion located on Bugaksan in Seoul while employing reinforced concrete for the main framework. It applies a two-story, wooden tile roof to maintain as much beauty of Korean traditional architecture as possible with the consideration of maintenance.

Sangso-dong Forest Park (상소동 산림욕장)

14.8 Km 30537 2022-12-26

San 1-1, Sangso-dong, Dong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-251-4771

Sangso-dong Forest Park is located at the point where the foothills of Maninsan Mountain and Sikjangsan Mountain meet. The road to the park is beautifully lined with sycamore trees. The park offers various facilities for enjoying nature and in particular, the stone pagodas placed throughout the park are a must-see. Visitors can stack their own rocks and make wishes relating to family, health, relationships, and more. The park is great for walks, hikes, or even just to relax as wild flowers bloom all throughout spring to fall.

Yeongdong Dried Persimmon Festival (영동곶감축제)

15.3 Km 21995 2023-05-25

122 , Yeongdonghwanggan-ro, Yeongdong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-43-745-8917

Yeongdong Dried Persimmon Festival aims to promote the excellency of Yeongdong's dried persimmon and thereby boost the local economy through local produce. This year, the festival takes place online, primarily focusing on selling dried persimmon.

Yeongdong Wine Tunnel (영동 와인터널)

15.5 Km 0 2024-02-26

30, Yeongdong healing-ro, Yeongdong-eup, Yeongdong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Yeongdong Wine Tunnel is a 420 m-long tunnel within the Rainbow Healing Tourist Site. It was built as a wine storage because caves present ideal conditions for wine storage. Here, visitors can browse the Wine Culture Hall, which details the history of wines; Yeongdong Wine Hall, which sells wine produced in Yeongdong; and a military magazine dating back to the Japanese Occupation. A wine festival is held every October.

Yeongdong Nangye Korean Traditional Music Festival (영동난계국악축제)

15.7 Km 17233 2023-10-17

117, Yeongdong healing-ro, Yeongdong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-745-8917

Yeongdong Nangye Korean Traditional Music Festival is held annually to offer various exhibitions and experience programs centered on traditional Korean music. Also, Yeongdong Wine Festival is held at the same time.

Yeongdong Grape Festival (영동 포도축제)

15.7 Km 20737 2023-05-23

117 , Yeongdong healing-ro, Yeongdong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-43-745-8918

Yeongdong Grape Festival is held online to promote delicious Yeongdong grown grapes known for its quality. The festival aims to promote the local region and contribute to the local economy growth through grape sales.

Korea Wine Festival (대한민국와인축제)

15.7 Km 11406 2023-09-14

117, Yeongdong healing-ro, Yeongdong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-745-8920

Yeongdong County in Chungcheongbuk-do is the largest grape-producing region in Korea. Yeongdong Wine Festival offers various programs including wine sampling from the products of 40 local wineries.

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