Buinsa Temple (Daegu) (부인사(대구))

4.0 Km 31198 2024-02-23

967-28 Palgongsan-ro, Dong-gu, Daegu

Buinsa Temple is a temple nestled on the southern slopes of Palgongsan Mountain, with a deep historical connection to Queen Seondeok of Silla (580–647). The temple is renowned for preserving the woodblocks of the First Tripitaka Koreana, a collection of Buddhist scriptures carved in the 11th century. The current Buinsa Temple encompasses significant structures, including Daeungjeon Hall, Queen Seondeok's Memorial Hall, and Samseonggak Shrine. Visitors have the opportunity to appreciate the scenic beauty of nature while exploring the cultural and architectural heritage from the Silla and Goryeo periods.

Palgongsan Provincial Park (Gatbawi Section) (팔공산도립공원(갓바위지구))

4.2 Km 27396 2021-03-04

Wachon-myeon, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-53-981-6406

Located north of Gyeongsan, Palgongsan Mountain (altitude 1,192.3 meters) was called both Jungaksan and Buaksan Mountain during the Silla period. The mountain has many ancient temples and historical sites such as the Gatbawi Stone Buddha, Wonhyosa Temple, Cheonseongsa Temple and Bulgulsa Temple.

Gyeongsan Seonbonsa Temple (선본사(경산))

4.2 Km 13626 2021-12-02

699, Gatbawi-ro, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-53-851-1868

Seonbonsa Temple is a centrally administered temple of the Jogye Order. It was originally built in 491 by Geukdal, and later repaired in 1641. The temple is home to many important cultural treasures, including the Stone Seated Buddha at Gwanbong Peak (Treasure), Three-story Stone Pagoda (Gyeongsangbuk-do Cultural Heritage), and stone lanterns.

Museum of Natural Dye Arts (자연염색박물관)

5.9 Km 9198 2021-03-19

17, Pagye-ro 112-gil, Dong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-981-4330

The Museum of Natural Dye Arts was formed to collect and preserve the traditional way of dyeing, as well as inform the high quality of Korean natural dye to the world. The museum has various art products from around the world. Divided into two floors, Ahwon Gallery on the first floor showcases replicas of ancient dyeing tools and provides information on the natural dyeing process. The Relic Hall on the second floor displays pieces of ancient artwork including fabric, clothes, pillows, blankets and accessories, all made using different methods such as dyeing, embroidery, quilting, knotting and sewing.

Daegu Gwaneumsa Temple (관음사(대구))

6.1 Km 17933 2020-05-08

535, Dunsan-ro, Dong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-984-9940

Gwaneumsa Temple in Do-dong, Daegu is situated halfway up the rock face thickly wooded with Oriental Arborvitae. The Dalseong Forest of Oriental Arborvitae here has been enlisted as Natural Monument No. 1 of Korea. This forest, boasting several hundred years of history together with the temple, is admired as one of the ten best sceneries of Daegu.

Myeongpum Otgol 1616 Cooperative Society (명품옻골 1616 협동조합)

6.5 Km 39349 2024-02-29

195-5 Otgol-ro, Dong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-983-1040

Myeongpum Otgol 1616 Cooperative Society is a village enterprise operating in the oldest Otgol Village in Daegu. Utilizing traditional hanok houses dating back 200 years, they offer hanokstay experiences, guided village tours, and various traditional Korean experiences such as Tea Confectionery Experience, Hanbok Experience, Village School Experience, Rice Cake Pounding Experience, Tuho (Arrow-throwing), Jegichagi, Biseokchigi. Visitors can also enjoy traditional beverages at the hanok café.

Blue Moon Restaurant (블루문)

6.7 Km 7458 2020-04-30

685, Pagye-ro, Dong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-981-8088

Located at the foot of Palgongsan Mountain, Blue Moon is a great place to enjoy authentic steaks and fusion dishes. Take a stroll in the nearby park and watch the water fountain next to the walking trail. The restaurant has four floors, each with a different atmosphere to suit any occasion.

Palgongsan Provincial Park (Eunhaesa Temple Section) (팔공산도립공원 - 은해사지구)

7.2 Km 9641 2019-07-23

Geojo-gil, Yeongcheon-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-852-8031

Located north of Gyeongsan, Palgongsan Mountain (1,192.3m) was called both Jungaksan and Buaksan Mountain during the Silla period. The mountain has many ancient temples and historical sites such as the Gatbawi Stone Buddha, Wonhyosa Temple, Cheonseongsa Temple and Bulgulsa Temple.

Palgongsan Natural Park (Pagyesa Temple District) (팔공산자연공원(파계사지구))

7.3 Km 21772 2021-04-23

741, Pagye-ro, Dong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-939-0080

Palgongsan Natural Park is located close to Palgongsan Mountain, one of the larger mountains in the Taebaek Mountain Range. Palgongsan Mountain is located 20 kilometers northeast from downtown Daegu, where Nakdonggang River and Geumhogang River meet. The mountain has three peaks in a row: Birobong Peak in the center and Dongbong Peak (aka Mitabong, 1,155 m) and Seobong Peak (aka Samseongbong, 1,150 m) on each side.

The park is within the administrative district of Dong-gu, Daegu and has four towns along its border including Yeongcheon-si, Gyeongsan-si, and Chilgok-gun. A number of Buddhist temples including Donghwasa Temple, the headquarters of the 9th Buddhist Parish, are located in the area.

The park has numerous rocks and valleys and is carpeted with azaleas in the spring. In autumn, many visitors flock to the park to admire the fall foliage on the trees lining the 16.3 kilometer-long roadway that runs through the park. With vibrant green leaves in spring and a delicate snowscape in the winter, Palgongsan Mountain is an attractive destination for visitors throughout the year.

Daegu Textile Museum (대구섬유박물관)

7.5 Km 4995 2021-03-17

227, Palgong-ro, Dong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-980-1004

Located in Daegu, a city famous for textiles, Daegu Textile Museum is the nation's sole textile musuem. Visitors can learn about the history of fashion, textiles, and related industries through the exhibition halls. The children's experience hall displays clothing from around the world, and offers various hands-on programs and special exhibitions for an informative and fun experience.

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