Seonyudonggyegok Valley (선유구곡(선유동계곡))

12.0Km 2021-07-29

179, Seonyudong-gil, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-832-4347

Seonyudonggyegok Valley is located in Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do Province. Including Seonyudongmun, the playground for the mountain gods, a total of nine valleys form the area: Gyeongcheonbyeok, Haksoam, Yeondallo, Waryongpok, Nangadae, Gigugam, Guam, and Eunseonam.

Seonnyudonggyegok Valley is famous for the legend that mountain gods came to savor fresh mountain spring water. A renowned geographical account, Taekriji, published in 1751, stated that Seonyudonggyegok Valley boasted some of the best scenery. One of the most eminent Confucian scholars of the Joseon dynasty, Lee Hwang spent nine months in this beautiful valley. He gave names to all his favorite places, which still remain to this day.

Mansugyegok Valley (만수계곡)

12.3Km 2025-01-17

136, Mansu-gil, Songnisan-myeon, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Mansugyegok Valley is a 4 km-long valley fed by the Samgacheon Stream, which originates from Cheonwangbong Peak in Songnisan Mountain and flows into Samga Reservoir. Its name refers to how it has enjoyed tens of thousands of years of age. Its clear water and lush forests make it a popular summer and forest bath destination. The summit of the Songnisan Mountain can be reached along the valley. There’s also a trail that leads to the Beopjusa Temple of Songnisan Mountain.

Janggakpokpo Falls (장각폭포)

12.6Km 2024-02-23

740 Hwabuk-myeon, Sangju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Janggakpokpo Falls cascades from Cheonwangbong Peak, the summit of Songnisan Mountain. This six-meter-tall waterfall, with its abundant flow, creates a magnificent vista framed by uniquely shaped rocky cliffs and ancient pine trees. The waterfall's roar is thunderous and its pool deep, contributing to its grandeur. Above the falls lies Geumnanjeong Pavilion, and below it, Hyangbukjeong Pavilion, together presenting a stunning tableau of mountain, waterfall, and pavilion.

Boeun Samnyeonsanseong Fortress (보은 삼년산성)

13.0Km 2025-01-09

104, Seongju 1-gil, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-540-3406

Samnyeongsanseong Fortress was built during the Silla dynasty. The sprawling stone walls stretch 1.7 kilometers in length with x_heights and x_widths of 13-20 and 8-10 meters respectively. The name of the fortress comes from the time it took to complete the construction, three years ("sam nyeon" in Korean). The fortress was the site of many battles between Silla and Baekje during the Three Kingdoms Period.

Seowongyegok Valley (서원계곡)

13.3Km 2024-02-26

491-4, Jangan-ro, Jangan-myeon, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Seowongyegok Valley is fed by the Samgacheon Stream, which originates from Songnisan Mountain and flows through Samga Reservoir in an S-shaped curve. It is relatively gentle in slope, and the stream is quite wide. The area is home to the 600-year-old Seowon-ri Pine Tree. Aside from enjoying the beautiful view of the area, one can also swim in the valley in summer.

STX Resort (STX리조트)

14.3Km 2025-03-16

509, Cheonghwa-ro, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-460-5000

STX Resort located near Ssangyonggyegok Valley in Mungyeong. The resort is well suited to guests looking to visit nearby attractions such as Songnisan National Park, Cheonghwasan, Yeonyeopsan, and Dojangsan Mountains, or simply looking to relax in nature. The resort is designed with a luxurious European style and features a variety of amenities, including a hot spring spa, live performance cafe, and both Korean and Western dining options.

Gangseo Myeonok (강서면옥)

14.5Km 2024-03-25

35 Dongpyeon-gil, Boeun-eup, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
043-544-3895

Since its establishment in 1979, Gangseo Myeonok has specialized in crafting authentic memil naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles). The noodles are freshly made in-house, using high-quality buckwheat sourced from Bongpyeong in Gangwon-do, a region renowned for its premium buckwheat. What sets their memil naengmyeon apart is the exquisite broth, a harmonious blend of Korean beef brisket and the crisp, refreshing water of dongchimi (radish water kimchi). This unique combination results in a soup that’s both refreshing and subtly flavored, ensuring the noodles are tender and accessible to a wide array of palates. The restaurant is conveniently located near the Boeun Intercity Bus Terminal and the bustling Boeun Traditional Market.

Daeyasan Yongchugyegok Valley (대야산 용추계곡)

14.7Km 2021-02-16

Gaeun-eup, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-550-6414

Yongchugyegok Valley is considered the most majestic among the eight scenic views of Mungyeong. The valley is locating along the rocky foothills of Daeyasan Mountain, bordering Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do. According to legends, this valley was where two dragons soared into the heavens and their traces still remain on the two huge granite rocks. The valley is also known to have a pool of water that never dries up, and people of the past would come here to pray for rain at times of drought.

Gubyeongsan Mountain (구병산)

14.7Km 2024-02-26

Jeogam-ri, Maro-myeon, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Gubyeongsan Mountain is an 876 m-high mountain located on the southern side of Songnisan National Park. It is also known as "Gubongsan Mountain" because it is said to have nine (gu) peaks (bong). There is a lush forest with plenty of beautiful rocky cliffs. Visit in the fall to enjoy the true beauty of the place. Boeun’s basin geographical feature can be seen from the summit.

Gallongyegok Valley (갈론계곡)

16.1Km 2024-02-26

547, Chilseong-ro 10-gil, Chilseong-myeon, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

속리산국립공원 북부에 있는 깊은 계곡이다. 신선이 내려왔다는 전설과 7마리의 학이 산다는 전설의 바위가 있고, 숲이 우거져 있다. 유리알같이 맑은 계곡이 곳곳에 비경을 만들고 있으며 물놀이하기에도 좋은 곳이다. 입구에 있는 산촌체험관에서는 숙박이 가능하다.

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