Muju Meoru Wine Cave (무주머루와인동굴)

12.2Km 2024-04-07

359, Sanseong-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-322-4720

Muju Meoru Wine Cave is surrounded by a beautiful natural landscape and various cultural heritages. The wine tunnel used to be an excavation working site to build the Muju Water Power Plant. The cave makes for an ideal place to mature and store wine as it blocks light and maintains a consistent temperature. Visitors can enjoy the taste and charm of sanmeoru (wild grape) wine and also experience a unique wine foot bath.

Bandi Land (무주 반디랜드)

12.7Km 2024-04-07

1324, Museol-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-324-1155

Geared mainly towards children, Bandi Land is an excellent place to learn about and experience fireflies and other insects. It is comprised of Insect Museum, Firefly Research Center, Youth Campground, Log Cabin, and Firefly Habitat.

Located inside of Bandi Land, Muju Bandibyeol Astronomical Science Museum teaches various stories about space, including the birth & history of space, the solar system, constellations, and space circumstances. The Environment Theme Park also has exhibitions related to fireflies, an indicator insect proving Muju is a clean area, and other local insects, perfect for educational trips.

Jeoksangsanseong Fortress (무주 적상산성)

12.7Km 2024-04-07

Goemok-ri, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-322-2905

Jeoksangsan Mountain (elevation 1,034m) in Muju, Jeollabuk-do, is surrounded by precipitous walls of stratified rocks. The basin on the mountain top there is a lake called ‘Jeoksangho’; and along the ridge enclosing the lake stands Jeoksangsanseong Fortress extending over 8,143m. During the Goryeo period the region was a place of refuge for civilians at times of war. The fortress wall was built during the Joseon era.

Chiryeongyegok Valley (칠연계곡)

12.8Km 2024-04-07

608, Chiryeon-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-323-0577

Chiryeongyegok Valley is situated behind Tongan Village in Anseong-myeon near Deogyusan Mountain. While not as famous as the valley in Gucheon-dong, the valley boasts a beautiful array of waterfalls, oddly shaped rocks, and ponds. The best known attraction is Chiryeonpokpo Falls, meaning “seven falls connected to pools.” There, pure water flows gently, moving from one pool to the next.

Skylake (하늘호수)

13.8Km 2025-10-23

793 Songgye-ro Buksang-myeon, Geochang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-945-2380

Skylake is a 20-year-old natural herbal cosmetics manufacturer and distributor located at the foot of Deogyusan Mountain in Geochang, Gyeongsangnam-do. The company runs natural-cosmetic-making programs using natural ingredients made with their know-how. Skylake was chosen as a wellness facility by the Korea Tourism Organization. Here, you can make a toner, essence, or an all-in-one wash on your own. After finishing the experience program, you can enjoy a cup of tea at the cosmetic cafe. Furthermore, you can purchase Skylake's cosmetic products at a discounted price on the day of the program. Reservations are required.

Old Walls of Jijeon Village in Muju (무주 지전마을 옛 담장)

14.6Km 2024-04-07

13, Gilbonji-gil, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-1899-8687

The Old Walls of Jijeon Village in Muju were mostly all built to mark the dividing line between houses, rather than to keep people out. The walls started out using mud and natural stones, but later changed to more square-shaped stones held together with cement and topped with Korean roofing tiles. The wall blends in harmony with the traditional houses of the village and the slowly flowing Namdaecheon Stream.

Wonhak Goga (원학고가)

16.2Km 2024-08-05

109-5 , Hwangsan 1-gil, Geochang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-943-3104, +82-10-5359-2224

Wonhakgoga is a large and imposing hanok in the center of Hwangsan Village, Geochang, Gyeongsangnam-do - not far from the famous Suseungdae Rock - and was head house of the Geochang Shin Clan for around 500 years. The house’s fine gabled roofs, large pillars and foundation stones, and decoration of the kind usually found in palaces and temples mark it out as home to a prestigious family. Visitors can stay in Jungmunchae, Daemunchae or Sarangchae - the latter of which has a bathroom and toilet. Wonhakgoga is a good base for visiting the annual 인재

Domaryeong Pass (도마령)

17.1Km 2024-02-26

Jodong-ri, Yonghwa-myeon, Yeongdong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Domaryeong Pass is an 800 m-long pass at the foot of Minjujisan Mountain, connecting the Hwanggang-myeon area of Yeongdong-gun with Muju. The name of the pass, "Doma," refers to how a general with a sword (do) had crossed over the pass on a horse (ma) in the past. This curving road is quite famous as a destination for drives. One can get a bird’s-eye view of the pass and the curving road from the Sangyongjeong Pavilion at the top of the pass.

Muju Firefly Festival (무주반딧불축제)

17.2Km 2025-08-01

326-14 Hanpungnu-ro, Muju-eup, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-324-2440

Fireflies, beloved for their twinkling tails at night, are a precious insect designated as Natural Monument in Korea. Muju, known for its pristine environment, is a prime habitat for these enchanting creatures. The Muju Firefly Festival celebrates this natural wonder every year. Visitors can participate in various programs to experience the magic of fireflies dancing under the night sky.

◎ Tip
To avoid discomfort from insects and weather conditions, it’s advisable to wear long pants and closed shoes. Be aware that weather conditions like rain or storms may affect the visibility of fireflies during the festival.

Kirin motel (기린모텔)

17.7Km 2024-12-24

74 , Dancheon-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-324-5051, +82-10-4120-5562

Kirin Motel is in the center of Muju-eup, Jeollabuk-do, and is conveniently located for restaurants, shops and other facilities. Completely remodeled in 2018, the motel is modern and clean. Muju Resort and Gucheon-dong Valley are 25 minutes away by car, and the Muju Firefly Festival venue just a walk away. While the motel is especially popular during the festival, room prices stay the same year-round.

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