Suokpokpo Waterfall (수옥폭포)

8.7Km 2024-11-01

19 Suokjeong 1-gil, Yeonpung-myeon, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Originating from Sobaeksan Mountain, the stream cascades into a picturesque valley and culminates in a refreshing waterfall. As it plunges from a x_height of approximately 20 meters, one can't help but feel invigorated. Suokpokpo Waterfall is a three-tiered cascade, with the upper layers resembling steps. The harmonious union of the waterfall and pavilion creates a scenic view frequently sought after in film and historical drama productions.

Suanbo Hot Springs Special Tourist Zone (수안보온천 관광특구)

9.9Km 2024-03-25

12 Jujeongsan-ro, Suanbo-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-846-3605

Suanbo Hot Springs, in existence for nearly 30,000 years, feature weak alkaline water with a temperature of 53°C that originates from 250 meters below ground. The water is rich in substances beneficial to the human body. Visitors can enjoy the hot springs at hotels or resorts, as well as in public baths, outdoor baths, and family baths. Other attractions in the area include the Suanbo Insect Museum, a traditional market, and Multang Park.

Sangnok Hotel (수안보상록호텔)

9.9Km 2025-01-07

22, Jujeongsan-ro, Suanbo-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-845-3500

The Sangnok Hotel is a first class (four-star) hotel located in Suanbo, an area known for its hotsprings and natural landscape. The hotel has 101 guestrooms, a seminar room, lecture hall, conference room, banquet hall, and grand halls for big gatherings.

The hotsprings of Suanbo boast an impressive 1000-year history and the water is known to be benefial for relieving fatigue and treating certain diseases.

Joryeongsan Mountain (조령산)

10.0Km 2019-11-19

Munyeong-eup, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-550-6414

Joryeongsan Mountain divides Mungyeong (Gyeongsangbuk-do) and Goesan (Chungcheongbuk-do), and is situated at the far end of Baekdudaegan Mountain Range that connects Baekdusan and Jirisan Mountains. The mountain is picturesque with its surroundings of dense forest, steep rocky areas, strangely shaped peaks and old trees. It has a grand scale of mountain ridge and high altitude. However, as the hiking trail starts at 529 meters on Ihwaryeong, it is not that tough. Nearby locations include Sinseongbong Peak and Mapaebong Peak, as well as Joryeongsan Recreational Forest.

Ujae Stay [Korea Quality] 우제스테이[한국관광 품질인증]

10.0Km 2023-10-27

50, Jujeongsan-ro, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-846-9966

Ujae Stay stands right across the Mushimcheon Stream from Suanbo Hot Springs in Cheongju, Chungcheongbuk-do. The whole bulding was remodeled in 2021, and now provides a clean and comfy resting space. Clear alkaline hot spring water is on tap in all rooms, providing both comfort and healing.

Hanwha Resort Suanbo (한화리조트 수안보)

10.2Km 2020-06-18

321-36, Suanbo-ro, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-846-8211

First condominium hotel in Korea, Hanwha Resort Suanbo started the trend of building condominium-style resort in Korea. Family-oriented resort offers visitors year-round hot springs, hiking and fishing. Enjoy a clean and cozy rooms with a modern touch.

Suanbo Park Hotel (수안보파크호텔)

10.7Km 2017-07-13

36, Tapgol 1-gil, Suanbo-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-846-2331~6

A mere 10 minutes away from Chungju, Suanbopark Hotel sits in the setting of Mother Nature, boasting a refined high-class environment suitable for vacations. The hotel features large, comfortable guest rooms, six banquet halls, a peaceful Korean/Western restaurant, modern outdoor hot spring spas, Mekbanseok sauna, natural hot springs, indoor swimming pool, state-of-the-art Karaoke Room, night club, tennis courts, promenade path, jogging course, and other convenient facilities for your enjoyment.

Museum of Old Roads (옛길박물관)

11.1Km 2023-07-28

944, Saejae-ro, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-550-8372

The Museum of Old Roads offers the history of traditional roads and routes in Korea. In the past, Mungyeongsaejae was a transportation hub for the people of Korea, particularly during the Joseon Period. Mungyeongsaejae is home to Haneuljae (one of the oldest roads in Korea, first established in 156 AD), Tokkibiri (a famous trade route), and Yugok Station (a transport hub in the Yeongnam area).

Even though the importance of the roads as travel routes has diminished over time, they continue to increase in cultural significance, conveying the area’s rich traditional heritage to visitors. The Museum of Old Roads was opened in 2009 after having been remodeled from the Mungyeongsaejae Museum, which mainly dealt with local history.

Mungyeongsaejae Provincial Park (문경새재도립공원)

11.3Km 2023-02-13

932, Saejae-ro, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-571-0709

Mungyeongsaejae Pass, which crosses Joryeongsan Mountain, has always been the highest and most dangerous mountain pass in Korea, being reputed to be too tall for even birds to fly over. The three gates of Juheulgwan, Jogokgwan, and Joryeonggwan were built for national defense after the Imjin War (1592-1598). These three gates are designated collectively as Historic Site No. 147. The area between the three gates was designated a provincial park in 1981. The path from the first gate to the last passes through beautiful forests and takes roughly four hours round-trip. Also located within the park boundaries is Mungyeongsaejae Open Set, used for filming historical dramas.

Mungyeong Chasabal Festival (문경찻사발축제)

11.3Km 2025-07-11

932 Saejae-ro, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-571-7677

Home to many ceramic masters and artisans, Mungyeong holds the Mungyeong Chasabal (Tea Bowl) Festival every year to honor and develop traditional Korean pottery and ancestral craftsmanship. The festival holds an exhibit with more than 200 kinds of high-quality and high-end ceramics and an online auction of luxury tea bowls. There is also a performance, “A Day of a Mungyeong Potter,” in which craftsmen tell stories and provide explanations behind their tea bowls to add fun and content to the festival. Visitors can mold their own clay and make tea bowls, and children can partake in various programs, such as playing with clay and performing a tea ceremony.

◎ Chasabal
Chasabal, also known as dawan, is a bowl used for drinking tea. Mungyeong’s traditional tea bowl is made in a firewood kiln called “Mangdaengi,” which uses wood rather than modern gas or electric kilns to make a fire.

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