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Wonhak Goga (원학고가)

Wonhak Goga (원학고가)

18.3Km    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

Hadongdaek House (하동댁)

Hadongdaek House (하동댁)

18.3Km    2024-08-01

45 , Gaesil 2-gil, Goryeong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-956-4022, +82-10-3207-4022

Gaesil Village in Goryeong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, is the hometown of descendants of Joseon politician Kim Jongjik, and offers visitors old-time village experiences such as hanok stay, farming, and traditional etiquette and games - all overseen by the Gaesil Village Farming Association. Hadong House is a cozy hanok guesthouse with a well-maintained garden, offering two rooms: Maeshil (‘Plum’) has its own inside kitchen and toilet, while Jukshil (‘Bamboo’) has an outside kitchen and shared toilet.

Yeonpung Gotaek (연풍고택(문충고가))

Yeonpung Gotaek (연풍고택(문충고가))

18.3Km    2024-08-01

44 , Gaesil 1-gil, Goryeong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-956-4022, +82-10-3207-4022

Yeonpung Old House is a 150-year-old house in Gaesil Village, Goryeong, Gyeongsangbuk-do - hometown of the descendants of Joseon scholar Kim Jong-jik. Behind the house stands a bamboo forest, making the air fresh and clean. There are four guestrooms, two of which - Juksil and Maesil (‘Bamboo’ and ‘Plum’) - are larger and suitable for groups. The kitchen is in a separate building, and has a large yard with barbecue facilities, which is also used for village feasts. In the village, visitors can experience the atmosphere of the old countryside, sampling traditional farming and craft skills plus traditional pastimes and food. 

Seokjeongdaek House (석정댁)

Seokjeongdaek House (석정댁)

18.4Km    2024-08-01

6 , Gaesil 2-gil, Goryeong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-956-4022, +82-10-3207-4022

Seokjeongdaek is a hanok guest house in Gaesil Village, Goryeong, Gyeongsangbuk-do - hometown of the descendants of Joseon scholar Kim Jong-jik. It consists of two guestrooms plus one living room and kitchen, making it ideal for families and groups. The rooms have air conditioning and cooking facilities, and outdoor barbecues are also available. In the village, visitors can experience the atmosphere of the old countryside, sampling traditional farming and craft skills plus traditional pastimes and food. 

Lang Studio (랑 스튜디오)

Lang Studio (랑 스튜디오)

18.4Km    2024-08-01

37 , Gaesil 1-gil, Goryeong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-956-4022, +82-10-3207-4022

Rang Studio is a white-painted hanok guesthouse in Gaesil Village, Goryeong, Gyeongsangbuk-do - hometown of the descendants of Joseon scholar Kim Jong-jik. The guestroom is equipped with a bathroom plus a kitchen with cooking utensils provided. Therfe is an outdoor barbecue, but visitors should bring their own charcoal. In the village, visitors can experience the atmosphere of the old countryside, sampling traditional farming and craft skills plus traditional pastimes and food. 

The House of Soccer kkumnamu (Future Soccer Player) (축구꿈나무집)

The House of Soccer kkumnamu (Future Soccer Player) (축구꿈나무집)

18.4Km    2024-08-05

35 , Gaesil 1-gil, Goryeong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-956-4022, +82-10-3207-4022

Dreams of Football Timberhouse is a hanok guest house in Gaesil Village, Gyeongsangbuk-do - hometown of the descendants of Joseon scholar Kim Jong-jik. The guesthouse has 2/3 rooms and a lawn; and one of the rooms has barbecue facilities outside. In the village, visitors can experience traditional farming (planting rice and digging sweet potatoes) and traditional craft skills such as kite making and straw weaving; as well as making taffy and sweet rice cake, catching mudfish and ice sledding.

Ungidaek House (인심좋은웅기댁)

Ungidaek House (인심좋은웅기댁)

18.4Km    2024-08-01

32 , Gaesil 1-gil, Goryeong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-956-4022, +82-10-3207-4022

Generous Unggi House is a clay-walled hanok guest house in Gaesil Village, Gyeongsangbuk-do - hometown of the descendants of Joseon scholar Kim Jong-jik. Guest rooms have toilets and cooking facilities. Behind the house rises Hwagae Mountain, Jeomubong Peak and a 350-year-old bamboo forest. Visitors can experience traditional farming (planting rice and digging sweet potatoes) and traditional craft skills such as kite making and straw weaving; as well as making taffy and sweet rice cake, catching mudfish and ice sledding.

Pocheongyegok Valley (포천계곡)

Pocheongyegok Valley (포천계곡)

18.6Km    2021-02-18

Hwajuk-ri, Seongju-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-930-8371

Pocheongyegok Valley is a representative valley of Gayasan Mountain with clear water and a lush forest. The valley used to be a learning place for local scholars in the old days. Eungwa Lee Wonjo, a civil minister and a great scholar during the late Joseon period, spent the later years of his life at Mangwijeong Pavilion located along the upper steam near a small waterfall. The beautiful valley scenery stretches over 7 kilometers.

Daegaya Museum (대가야 박물관)

Daegaya Museum (대가야 박물관)

19.3Km    2022-09-13

1203, Daegaya-ro, Goryeong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-950-7103

Daegaya Museum exhibits the history, culture, and customs of the Daegaya Kingdom. The museum consists of the Daegaya Royal Tomb Pavilion, the Daegaya History Pavilion, and Ureuk Museum.

The Royal Tomb Pavilion is a 37 meter-wide dome that houses relics of the Jisan-dong Ancient Tombs, a Historic Site. It is essentially the restoration of the Jisandong Tumulus, the first large-scale sunjang (burial of the living with the dead).

The History Pavilion houses a collection of relics from the Daegaya Kingdom, while holding special exhibitions and educational activities periodically. The outdoor exhibition center displays items that showcase the ancient lifestyle.

Ureuk Museum is a dedicated to Ureuk, a Daegaya musician who invented the gayageum, a traditional Korean twelve-stringed instrument.

Daegaya History Theme Park (대가야 역사테마관광지)

Daegaya History Theme Park (대가야 역사테마관광지)

19.5Km    2023-03-07

1216, Daegaya-ro, Goryeong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-950-7005

Daegaya History Theme Park is located in what was the center of the Daegaya Kingdom. The park offers various areas to learn about not only the history of the area but also the current culture and the future of Goryeong. In particular, visitors can enjoy various items produced during the Daegaya era such as pottery, ironworks, and gayageum (traditional Korean string instrument), as well as visit the park's 4D theater and walk along the forest exploration trail.