Chilgok Patriots & Peace Memorial (칠곡호국평화기념관)

9.6Km 2021-03-25

1580, Gangbyeon-daero, Chilgok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-979-5504

Chilgok Patriots & Peace Memorial is a memorial museum dedicated to the soldiers who seized victory by holding up a fierce battle at Nakdonggang River's line of defense for 55 days in Chilgok during the Korean War. The museum consists of a spacious four-story high building with two basement floors and an outdoor exhibition with a variety of artifacts. The museum also has battle miniatures and experience facilities to help foster patriotism and appreciation for the soldiers who gave their lives to protect the country.

Geumosan Provincial Park (금오산도립공원)

9.8Km 2021-08-10

San 33, Namtong-dong, Gumi-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-480-4604

Geumosan Mountain (976 m) is part of the Sobaeksan Mountain Range, and was designated as a provincial park in 1970. Daehyepokpo (Myeonggeum) Falls can be accessed via cable car. Additional attractions within the park include Yaksaam Hermitage, Rock-carved Standing Bodhisattva, Haeunsa Temple, Doseongul Cave, and Chaemijeong Pavilion.

Yaksaam Hermitage (Gumi) (약사암(구미))

11.0Km 2024-02-23

San 33-1 Namtong-dong, Gumi-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Yaksaam Hermitage was founded during the Silla dynasty atop Geumosan Mountain in Gumi City. Yaksajeon Hall, the centerpiece of Yaksaam Hermitage, stands at the base of a rocky cliff. The granite Seated Rock-Carved Medicine Buddha, enshrined in Yaksajeon Hall, along with those at Sudoam Hermitage on Sudosan Mountain and at Samseongam Hermitage on Hwangaksan Mountain, are collectively known as the Three Brothers. Spring water flows out of a crack in the rock wall on the east side of the temple. Legend has it that in the past, grains of rice once fell one by one from this hole.

Haeunsa Temple (Gumi) (해운사(구미))

11.1Km 2024-02-23

434-2 Geumosan-ro, Gumi-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Haeunsa Temple, nestled on the slopes of Geumosan Mountain in Gumi, offers convenient access owing to the opening of the Geumosan cable car. Originally founded as Daehyeolsa Temple towards the end of the Silla period, it underwent significant reconstruction after its destruction during the Japanese Invasion of Korea. The temple was rechristened as Haeunsa Temple in 1956, coinciding with the construction of Daeungjeon Hall. This hall is a sanctuary for the Seated Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva, sculpted in plaster. It also hosts Stone Arhat statues, believed to be the work of Japanese artisans during their occupation of Korea.

Order of St. Benedict Waegwan Abbey (성베네딕도회 왜관수도원)

12.8Km 2024-02-13

61 Gwanmun-ro, Waegwan-eup, Chilgok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

The Order of St. Benedict Waegwan Abbey, established by monks from the German Order of St. Benedict, serves as a sanctuary of peace and spirituality in South Korea. These monks sought refuge during the Korean War, fleeing religious persecution following the closure of the Abbey of the Holy Cross at Yenki in Manchuria and Tokwon Abbey in North Korea. In adherence to the teachings and spirit of St. Benedict, the monks at Waegwan Abbey dedicate themselves to a life of work and prayer, actively participating in Catholic evangelization and social work. Additionally, they contribute to the community through various initiatives, including publishing and printing at Bundo Book, managing farms, and running educational projects.

Moda Outlet - Gimcheon Gumi Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (모다아울렛 김천구미점)

13.9Km 2024-04-18

1417, Apo-daero, Apo-eup, Gimcheon-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Columbia [Tax Refund Shop] (콜럼비아)

13.9Km 2024-04-19

1417, Apo-daero, Apo-eup, Gimcheon-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Chilgok Gasansanseong Fortress and Gasanbawi Rock (칠곡 가산산성 및 가산바위)

15.5Km 2020-07-14

Gasan-ri, Chilgok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-979-6452

Gasansanseong Fortress in Chilgok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do is located in the middle of Chilgok-gun, between Daegu Metropolitan City and Gumi. Gasansan Mountain (901m in elevation) is 10 kilometers west of Palgongsan Mountain. Because it boasts seven peaks, the mountain was called Chilbongsan Mountain. After enduring foreign invasions, including the Imjin War (1592-1598) and the Qing invasion of Joseon (1636), the Joseon rulers built a fortress over the course of 100 years to aid in Korea’s defense. It is Korea’s only three-layered fortress, consisting of inner, outer and central walls. The flat Gasanbawi Rock at the mountain’s peak, which is large enough to accommodate 100 people at a time, offers a great view of Daegu Metropolitan City.

Dorisa Temple (Gumi) (도리사(구미))

17.1Km 2024-02-23

526 Dorisa-ro, Haepyeong-myeon, Gumi-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Dorisa Temple, established in 417 as the earliest temple of the Silla dynasty on Naengsan Mountain, is steeped in legend. It's said that even in winter, the peach and plum blossoms here were in full bloom, marking the site as auspicious for temple construction. Hence, the temple's name, Dorisa, derives from combining syllables of “peach” (do) and “plum” (ri). The temple is home to notable cultural assets such as Geungnakjeon Hall, a unique Stone Pagoda constructed from bricks, and the Wooden Seated Amitabha Buddha, crafted from juniper wood. For those seeking spiritual respite, the temple offers templestay programs in three distinct categories: one-day, experience, and relaxation.

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