Ageobong Peak (악어봉)

10.2 Km 0 2024-02-22

Sindang-ri, Salmi-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Ageobong Peak is situated within Woraksan National Park near Chungjuho Lake. It is so named because the mountain's foothills, as seen from the summit overlooking Chungjuho Lake, resemble a group of crocodiles entering the water—'ageo' translates to 'crocodile' in Korean. In 2023, a trail was opened for tourists, offering them the chance to enjoy the breathtaking landscape from an observatory at the peak.

Cheongpung Land (청풍랜드)

10.7 Km 83385 2019-11-27

6, Cheongpungho-ro 50-gil, Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Cheongpung Land was created in 2002 near Chungjuho Lake in Cheongpung-myeon, Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do. It features beautiful scenery and the maximum use of practical space to build Korea’s first multi-tower. Based on planning, constructing, and test runs, it is operated by Over Class Inc. which is cosigned by Jecheon-si. The multi-tower’s three main facilities are a 62-meter Bungee Jump, Korea’s first-ever Ejection Seat, and Big Swing. The bungee jump highlights safety by adding a safety line to the gear to prevent falling accidents caused by breaking of the bungee cord rubber.

Geumsusan Mountain (금수산)

11.2 Km 38497 2021-05-28

210, Sanghak 1-gil, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-653-3251

Geumsusan Mountain, originally called Baegamsan Mountain, was renamed by noted Joseon-period scholar Yi Hwang (pen name Toegye) when he was the chief governor of Danyang County, saying its graceful features matched the fineness of silk embroidery. The mountain is beautiful throughout the year with bright foliage in fall and an ice cave that stays frozen until early April. The view from the summit of the mountain resembles a pregnant woman lying on her side, and there is a legend that women who pray for a son here will have their wish come true.

Cheongpung Hwanggeum Tteokgalbi (청풍황금떡갈비)

11.5 Km 101 2021-03-22

1682, Cheongpungho-ro, Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-647-6300

A restaurant that sells healthy tteokgalbi (grilled rib patties) introduced in Korean gourmet programs. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do. The most famous menu is grilled short rib patties with turmeric.

Chungju Mireukdaewon Stone Temple Site (충주 미륵대원지)

12.2 Km 26458 2021-03-19

150, Mireungnisaji-gil, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-850-6724

Mireukdaewon Stone Temple Site, Historic Site No. 317, faces south in the basin of the Haneuljae Pass between Chungcheongbuk-do and Gyeongsangbuk-do. It is said that Mauitaeja, the last prince of the Silla Kingdom, had a dream one night as he was traveling to Geumgangsan Mountain where the Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva instructed him to erect a statue of Buddha. As a result, he built a temple to honor the goddess’ wish at the current site of Mireuk-ri. The temple name was discovered through excavation research in 1977 and 1978 by Cheongju University, while the temple grounds were more thoroughly investigated by a team of researchers from Ewha Woman's University in 1980.

Cheongpung Hwanggeum Songeo (청풍황금송어)

12.6 Km 100 2021-03-22

25, Cheongpungho-ro, 39-gil, Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-652-4769

A restaurant where you can taste fresh trout dishes with a beautiful scenery. The best menu at this restaurant is sliced raw trout. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do.

Seonam Garden (선암가든)

12.7 Km 29089 2024-03-18

38, Sangseonam-gil, Danseong-myeon, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
043-422-1447

Seonam Garden serves folk dishes at the foot of Doraksan Mountain, one of the 100 most famous mountains in Korea. Its signature menus are tojongdak baeksuk (whole chicken soup) and maeuntang (spicy fish stew). Visitors can also enjoy sanchae jeongsik (wild vegetable dish set menu), deodeok gui (grilled deodeok), healthy dotorimuk (acorn jelly salad), and handmade dongdongju (rice wine, similar to makgeolli), along with buchimgae (pancakes) and sondubu (handmade bean curd). These are accompanied by about ten elegant and delicious side dishes.

Soseonam Recreational Forest (소선암자연휴양림)

13.0 Km 9088 2021-02-16

15, Daejam 2-gil, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-422-7839

Soseonam Recreational Forest is located in Danyang, near one of the Eight Scenic Sites of Danyang. It is replete with flowing streams, verdant landscape and surrounded by many famous landmarks, including Chungjuho Lake, Sainam Rock, Duaksan and Doraksan Mountains, and Jebibong Peak. The forest is easily accessible from the expressway, making it a popular vacation spot throughout the year, with beautiful scenery in every season.

Eight Scenic Views of Danyang (단양 팔경)

13.0 Km 60629 2020-08-19

Danseong-myeon, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-422-1146

The Eight Scenic Views of Danyang are known as the most beautiful places in Danyang, and include Dodamsambong Peaks and Seongmun Natural Arch by the Namhangang River, Gudambong Peak and Oksunbong Peak offering outstanding views of Chungjuho Lake, Sangseonam Rock, Jungseonam Rock, and Haseonam Rock in Seonamgyegok Valley, and Sainam Rock in Unseongugok Valley. Theses areas were visited many times by numerous scholars during the Joseon dynasty and contain many historically and culturally important relics.

Seonamgyegok Valley (Haseonam Rock) (선암계곡(하선암))

13.0 Km 10387 2021-05-14

1337, Seonamgyegok-ro, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-422-1146

Seonamgyegok Valley is a clean 10-kilometer valley stretching from Gasan-ri to Daejam-ri in Danyang. Among the Eight Scenic Views of Danyang, Teukseonam Rock and Soseonam Rock are located here. This valley is known for its dense forests, strange rock formations, and clear and clean valleys, and is one of the best destinations in summer to camp and play in the water. Nearby attractions include Soseonam Recreational Forest, Teukseonam Camping Site, Soseonam Amusement Park, and Special Seonam Camping Site.

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