Wonju Sangwonsa Temple (상원사(원주)

0m 11191 2023-07-17

930, Seongnam-ro, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-763-1608

Sangwonsa Temple is located at the foot of Namdaebong Peak (1,182 m) on the southern tip of Chiaksan Mountain and is built atop a flat rock floor with an area of around 330 m2. Cool spring water shoots up from a crack on a rock before the temple and a 40 meter-tall cliff is located in front of it while three rare katsura trees stand at the tip of the cliff. The story of a pheasant returning a favor, which became the origin tale of Chiaksan, is a myth created at this temple.

Though it is not clearly known when Sangwonsa was first constructed, it is believed to have been built during the Silla Dynasty considering the stone pagodas and other relics at the temple. The two stone pagodas in front of the sanctuary add greater magnificence to the beauty of the Buddhist temple in the heart of an old mountain. The temple is designated as a Gangwon-do Cultural Heritage Material.

Wonseong Seongnam-ri Tutelary Forest (원성 성남리 성황림)

5.3 Km 21501 2023-07-17

Seongnam-ri, Sillim-myeon, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do

The Tutelary Forest in Sillim-myeon, Wonju is a temperate hardwood forest designated as a Natural Monument in 1962, and offers eco-exploration of the tutelary forest as well as forest commentary, meditation and experience programs. More than 90 different species of tree plants grow over an area spanning some 312,993 m2. The people of Seongnam-ri have treated Seonghwangsin of Chiaksan Mountain as the patron saint of the village since the ancient times. It is said that, at midnight of April 8 and September 9 every year on the Lunar calendar, people held rituals in front of the huge fir tree (29 meters tall, 1.3 meters in diameter, 300 years old) standing in front of Seonghwangdang Shrine to which Seonghwangsin descends.

The Tutelary Forest is divided into two sections, each with different species of trees, by a brook in the middle. The area located to the left of the brook grows a variety of acervate deciduous broad-leaved trees, many of which are maple trees that paint the season of fall with gorgeous colors.

Geumdaegyegok Valley (금대계곡)

5.3 Km 39421 2024-02-16

546-22 Chiak-ro, Panbu-myeon, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do

Geumdaegyegok Valley is the most frequented destination for visitors to Chiaksan National Park. Known for its clear and cool waters, which flow gently and are not too deep, it presents an ideal location for summer swimming. However, it's important to note that the valley is only open temporarily during the summer season. Visitors should check the specific opening days in advance to plan their visit accordingly.

Chiaksan Recreational Forest (치악산자연휴양림)

6.0 Km 64221 2024-02-16

66 Hyuyangnim-gil, Panbu-myeon, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do

Chiaksan Recreational Forest is a national recreational facility situated in Chiaksan Mountain. It provides accommodations with capacities ranging from three to ten people. The facility is also equipped with outdoor observatories, walking trails, and hiking trails for nature enthusiasts. Each accommodation unit permits individual barbecues, apart from the Red Clay Room. Additionally, the facility offers a variety of experience programs, including the Guided Chiaksan Forest Tour and woodcraft experience programs, which are available outside the winter season.

Bonghwasan Seolleongtang Hyeoksin(봉화산설렁탕 혁신)

6.1 Km 144 2021-02-25

#102, #103, 5, Segye-ro, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-745-7450

Seolleongtang (ox bone soup) is Korea's representative health food rich in protein. The representative menu is ox bone soup. This is a Korean cuisine located in Wonju-si, Gangwon-do.

Neurukame (느루카메)

6.2 Km 68 2021-03-26

26, Ungbi, 3-gil, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-744-7773

All udon menus cost KRW 7,000. The best menu at this restaurant is udon. This Japanese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Wonju-si, Gangwon-do.

Siksasigan (식사시간)

6.2 Km 105 2021-03-19

17-3, Geongang-ro, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-734-9347

This is a Korean cuisine located in Wonju-si, Gangwon-do. The representative menu is sausage stew. Budaejjigae (spicy sausage stew) broth is simply delicious.

Deokpori Guksu (덕포리국수)

6.2 Km 204 2021-03-19

17-3, Geongang-ro, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-734-4608

This is a Korean cuisine located in Wonju-si, Gangwon-do. The representative menu is noodles in pollack broth. Try a variety of noodle dishes.

Hyeoksin Sutbul Gui (혁신숯불구이)

6.2 Km 63 2021-03-26

31, Ungbi, 2-gil, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-743-3375

Not only family gatherings but also group dinners are available. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Wonju-si, Gangwon-do. The most famous menu is grilled pork belly.

Bon&Bon Juk Wonju Innovation City(본앤본죽 원주혁신도시)

6.2 Km 71 2020-11-02

#118, 25, Geongang-ro, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-732-5688

This is a Korean cuisine located in Wonju-si, Gangwon-do. The representative menu is abalone porridge. Try various kinds of porridge.

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