Seongjubong Recreational Forest (성주봉자연휴양림)

0m 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.

STX Resort (STX리조트)

7.8 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.

Janggakpokpo Falls (장각폭포)

10.6 Km 30762 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.

Korea Hanbok Promotion Institute (한국한복진흥원)

11.8 Km 1 2023-10-23

1591 Muun-ro, Hamchang-eup, Sangju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

The Korea Hanbok Promotion Institute opened April 2021 in Sangju as the first public cultural facility dedicated to hanbok. The main hall on the first floor showcases the beautiful colors of hanbok through many displays. In the Hanbok Experience Hall, visitors can try on both traditional and modern hanbok, while the Traditional Clothing Story Hall tells of the changes in hanbok design over time. The Media Hall shows videos and films of hanbok featured in drams and movies. The Korea Hanbok Promotion Institute is a must-visit attraction for anyone who is interested in hanbok.

Hamchang Silk Museum (함창명주박물관)

11.8 Km 0 2023-10-23

1593 Muun-ro, Hamchang-eup, Sangju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Hamchang Silk Museum is dedicated to increasing the awareness and appreciation of naturally made silk. The area has been famous for its silk production since the Silla dynasty, and is even now home to the nation's largest silk market. The Hamchang Silk Museum, located within Hamchang Silk Theme Park, exhibits this long history.

Jamsa Insect Plant (잠사곤충사업장)

12.0 Km 0 2023-10-23

1621-27 Muun-ro, Hamchang-eup, Sangju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Jamsa Insect Plant in Sangju is a tourist site where visitors can enjoy a green experience with insects, especially silkworms. Silkworm farming is a traditional industry of Korea, with connections in modern times to both the tourism and medical industries. The plant is divided into the silkworm experience hall and the insect ecology exhibition hall. The silkworm hall showcases the different types of silkworms and butterflies, while uses AR and VR technology to educate visitors on the life of insects.

Sangju Yonghwasa Temple (용화사 (상주))

12.4 Km 8347 2020-02-04

10-13, Jeungchon 2-gil, Sangju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-541-3551

The exact foundation of Yonghwasa Temple is unknown, although there are stories alluding to its foundation taking place during the reign of Silla King Munmu. The temple's main building is home to two treasures, Stone Standing Buddha in Jeungchon-ri (Treasure No. 118) and Stone Seated Buddha in Jeungchon-ri (Treasure No. 120). The temple site also features many other stone pagodas, lanterns, and fountains.

Buljeong Recreational Forest (불정자연휴양림)

12.8 Km 23845 2017-10-25

180, Hyuyangnim-gil, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-552-9443

The path to Buljeong Recreational Forest, lined with cherry blossom trees, is a beautiful and dense forest that offers a relaxing walk among the trees. The free forest tour from March to December offers visitors a guided tour complete with commentary. The resting area in the forest includes a forest cabin and a camping site. Built between trees, the forest cabins are either log houses or red-clay houses. 12 of the 14 houses open all year round. In addition, the nine zip line courses add more excitement to the whole forest experience.

Saetojong Wangsundae (새토종왕순대)

13.0 Km 99 2021-03-20

8, Hamchangsijang 2-gil, Sangju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-541-2262

The locals‘ favorite restaurant. This Korean dishes is located in Sangju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The most famous menu is blood sausage and rice soup.

Mungyeong, former Gaeun Station (문경 구 가은역)

13.1 Km 24486 2020-02-29

2441, Daeya-ro, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-550-6401

Mungyeong, former Gaeun Station is a whistle stop in Wangneung-ri, Gaeun-eup, Mungeyong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The station was designated as Registered Cultural Property No. 304 on December 4, 2006.

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