Boeun Beopjusa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage] (보은 법주사 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

8.3 Km 39256 2021-10-23

405, Beopjusa-ro, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-543-3615

Built in 553 during the 14th year of Silla King Jinheung's reign, Beopjusa Temple is located on Songnisan Mountain. However, many of the original buildings were destroyed during the Imjin War (1592-1598), with the current structures having been rebuilt in 1624. The temple features many beautiful and important Buddhist relics and artworks, centered around the main hall, Daeungbojeon Hall.

Songnisan Special Tourist Zone (속리산 관광특구)

8.3 Km 4172 2022-08-22

405, Beopjusa-ro, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-540-3393

With Songnisan National Park at its center, Songnisan Special Tourist Zone offers picturesque scenery and cozy resorts. At 1,058 meters above sea level, Songnisan Mountain is one of the 8 scenic wonders in Korea, and its steep peaks and deep valleys create a fascinating view. A variety of hiking trails that set out from Beopjusa Temple offer superb mountain scenery from every angle.

A tourism complex around Songnisan National Park offers various types of accommodations, and the area's attractions, such as Beopjusa Temple, Seowongyegok Valley, Mansugyegok Valley and Solhyang Park are not to be missed. In fact, the mountain is a habitat for rare animals and plants, including flying squirrels and Berchemia Berchemiaefolia, and is called a “treasure house of natural resources.”

The convenient accessibility should be noted as well. The highway between Dangjin and Yeongdeok goes through the zone, and it takes only 30 minutes from Cheongju International Airport. This helps foreign tourists from China, Taiwan and Singapore as well as Korean visitors to easily access the zone.

A variety of events, including the Songni Festival, the Songnisan Maple Music Festival and the Songnisan Hiking Festival, are held every year, and the largest number of tourists visit in autumn to appreciate a view of the mountain tinged with red.

* Current State of Songnisan Special Tourist Zone
1) Districts Covered: Areas around Sangpan, Jungpan, Galmok and Sanae-ri, Songnisan-myeon, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
2) Area: 43,745,528 ㎡

Boeun Samnyeonsanseong Fortress (보은 삼년산성)

10.9 Km 8517 2021-12-23

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.

Gangseo Myeonok (강서면옥)

12.5 Km 23583 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.

Songnisan National Park (Gyeongbuk Section) (속리산국립공원(경북))

13.8 Km 17158 2021-05-14

Hwabuk-myeon, Sangju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-43-542-5267

On Songnisan Mountain is a rock summit 1,054 meters above sea level called Munjangdae Peak. The peak is so broad that 50 adults can sit on it at the same time. Among the rocks there is Seokcheon Pond, which never dries up. The peak used to be called “Unjangdae” because the summit is always covered with clouds and mist. Legend says that King Sejo of Joseon dynasty supposedly recited a poem on the summit.

Munjangdae has a great view of Cheonhwangbong Peak, the highest peak of Songnisan Mountain. Visitors can also see Gwaneumbong, Chilseongbong, Sirubong, Tugubong, Munsubong, and Birobong peaks. In autumn, visitors can enjoy views of breathtaking fall foliage along the trail, which begins at Hwabuk-myeon, Sangju. There are also many cultural heritage sites including Janggakpokpo Falls, Seongbuksa Temple, Osongpokpo Falls and Gyeonhwonsanseong Fortress.

STX Resort (STX리조트)

14.2 Km 12863 2020-05-27

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.

Seongjubong Recreational Forest (성주봉자연휴양림)

17.2 Km 29914 2022-09-07

3, Seongjubong-ro, Sangju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-541-6512

Seongjubong Recreational Forest is located in the foothills of Seongjubong Peak (alt. 606 m), and filled with a lush forest, clean water, and beautiful surroundings. The forest is equipped with basic facilities to maintain the natural environment and ambience for relaxation. Accommodation facilities include forest cabins, a training center, and camping sites. Additional amenities include seminar halls, a forest education center, pavilions, a water playground, and more. The forest also has walking trails of varying levels for all to enjoy.

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