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Yugu Mural Street (유구벽화거리)

18.9Km    2024-12-24

34-5 Sijang-gil, Yugu-eup, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Yugu Mural Street is centered around a textile factory that has operated since the 1950s. The walls surrounding the factory feature murals of elderly women weaving at looms, spinning machines, and vibrant tile mosaics. Visitors can learn about the history of the textile industry through dioramas, while the Yugu Textile History Exhibition Hall displays various weaving machines. With a traditional market nearby, it's an excellent destination for a combined tour.

Hongseong Jeongamsa Temple (정암사 (홍성))

19.1Km    2021-03-12

652, Oseo-gil, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-641-0488

Jeongamsa Temple is a small rural temple situated halfway up Oseosan Mountain. There are few existing records that mention the temple’s beginning. Some suggest that it was built around AD 527 during the 5th year of Baekje King Seongwang’s reign, but there is little evidence to support this theory. The only reference alluding to a specific time is Yeojidoseo ("Detailed Survey of Korean Geography" published during the late Joseon dynasty). It states Jeongamsa Temple's location as on Oseosan Mountain, and Oseosan Mountain being surrounded by Hongsan Mountain and Baegwolsan Mountain and intersected by Hongju, Gyeolseong, and Boryeong. This indicates the temple was recognized in the mid-18th century and around the same time, Garamgo (a book about temples, published in the late 18th century) also states that Jeongamsa Temple is located approximately 11 kilometers to the east of Gyeolseonghyeon. It is still uncertain whether the temple referred to is Jeongamsa Temple on Oseosan Mountain.
Some foundation stones within the temple site measure 70-80 centimeters on each side. These stones indicate that the old Buddhist shrine of Jeongamsa Temple was laid out with five kan (Korean unit of measurement indicating the space between two pilars) at the front and three kan on the side. Future archaeological studies will help identify the true history of Jeongamsa Temple.

Yugu Saekdong Hydrangea Garden (유구색동수국정원)

19.2Km    2025-02-04

44 Changmal-gil, Yugu-eup, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Stretching along a 1-kilometer riverside, Yugu Saekdong Hydrangea Garden showcases a stunning display of hydrangeas, with photo spots scattered throughout. In addition to hydrangeas, cherry trees, peonies, daffodils, and other flowers bloom year-round. During peak hydrangea season in early summer, the garden comes alive with cultural and artistic performances, including busking. Visitors can also participate in hands-on activities like making hydrangea soap, candles, and cup holders. Its proximity to Yugu Traditional Market makes it a perfect stop for a connected tour.

Gaehwa Art Park (개화예술공원)

Gaehwa Art Park (개화예술공원)

19.6Km    2021-05-24

673-47, Seongjusan-ro, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-931-4613

Situated in Boryeong, the spacious Gaehwa Art Park is a theme art park that houses a variety of parks and attractions: to name a few, Mosan Fine Arts Museum, Birim Park, Yukpilsi Park, Hwain Music Hall, and Herb Land. The orange roof of Mosan Fine Arts Museum was made by using local stones. At Yukpilsi Park, visitors can see over 1,500 sculptures, statues and monuments as well as large stones inscribed with famous Korean poems. At Herb Land, visitors can enjoy dining. Throughout the park, visitors can see seven different ponds, waterfalls, and walking trails as well as animals such as deer, rabbits, and ducks roaming freely.