Gyeryongsan Ceramics Village (계룡산도예촌)

17.9Km 2025-02-04

71-25 Doyechon-gil, Banpo-myeon, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Gyeryongsan Ceramics Village is a traditional pottery community formed by potters on the northern slopes of Gyeryongsan Mountain. It is home to the kiln site where Gyeryongsan iron-underglaze buncheong ware, unique to this area, was produced. The village also features a pottery culture center, an exhibition hall, a shop, a workshop, and a gallery café. Visitors can purchase distinctive works created by artists and enjoy hands-on activities like coiling, using a spinning wheel, and painting pottery.

Daecheong Dam Observatory (대청댐 전망대)

18.0Km 2023-04-04

206 , Daecheonghoban-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-201-0911

Daecheong Dam Observatory overlooks the clear waters of Daecheongho Lake. At the site is Water Culture Center that offers various things to see relating to the dam as well as informational visual aids related to water. The Dacheonggyo Bridge by the observatory connects to Geumgang Lohas Daecheong Park in Daejeon.

Café Hoban Punggyeong (까페호반풍경)

19.1Km 2024-02-26

2007, Seongwang-ro, Gunbuk-myeon, Okcheon-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Café Hoban Punggyeong is located at Daecheongho Lake’s Cherry Blossom Road, surrounded by the lake and the beautiful mountains. Its signature menu is salt latte and black sesame latte, which offer sweetness with a dash of salty flavor. Other menu items include espresso, juices, and black sesame cookies. Don’t miss the sunset view from the rooftop, which doubles as a great photo area. Visitors can enjoy the view of Daecheongho Lake both day and night.

Geumgang Recreational Forest (Arboretum, Forest Museum) (금강자연휴양림(금강수목원,산림박물관))

19.2Km 2025-05-20

110, Sallimbangmulgwan-gil, Sejong-si
+82-41-635-7400

Along the river from Gongju toward Daejeon there is Geumgang River to the right. Following this river, there is a red arch-shaped bridge on the right called Bultigyo Bridge. Geumgang Recreational Forest, a large and well-organized forest, is located on the other side of this bridge. In the past, this remote village can only be reached by boat. In 1994, the Chungnam Forest Environment Research Institute moved to this area and designated the well-preserved dense forest as Geumgang Recreational Forest, and the Forest Museum opened in October 1997. Geumgang Recreational Forest is different from other recreational forests. Rather than a dense forest with a trail, this forest has a variety of attractions such as the Forest Museum, an arboretum, greenhouse, pond, and wildlife park scattered on well-maintained roads, giving the impression of a city park.

Gapsa Temple (갑사)

19.5Km 2021-12-17

567-3, Gapsa-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-857-8981

Gapsa Temple is located in the forested foothills of Gyeryongsan Mountain, 19 kilometers from Gongju and a three-hour walk from Donghaksa Temple. The temple is most beautiful during fall when surrounded by crimson foliage. Gapsa Temple was established by monk Adohwasang in 420, during the early Baekje Period. The temple's beauty allowed it to escape destruction many times, but it was ultimately burned down during the Imjin War (1592-1598). The current structures were built in 1604. Nearby attractions include Yongmunpokpo Falls, Sujeongbong Peak, and Cheonjinbotab Pagoda.

Sejong Jeongwol Daeboreum National Kite-flying Contest (2025 세종시 정월대보름 전국 연날리기 대회)

19.6Km 2025-05-20

Sejong-dong, Sejong-si
+82-44-865-2411

Jeongwol Daeboreum, the Great Full Moon Festival, is celebrated on the 15^th day of the first month of the lunar calendar. It is a traditional holiday celebrated with family, wishing for health and happiness. Visitors can create lifelong memories with traditional Korean games and programs. Visitors can also participate in the Jeongwol Daeboreum National Kite-flying Contest.

Geumgang Pedestrian Bridge (금강보행교)

19.7Km 2025-08-07

Sejong-ri, Sejong-si
+82-44-868-9127

Geumgang Pedestrian Bridge, a landmark of Sejong-si, opened in March 2022. It is the first two-story bridge in Korea, and its futuristic design inspired by the concept of traveling through time contributes to beautifying the city's aesthetics. The upper part of the pedestrian bridge is equipped with a rest area, space for events and activities, and other convenience facilities, whereas the lower part is a bicycle-only road for safety and smoooth riding.

BOK Art Center (비오케이아트센터)

19.9Km 2025-05-20

12, Gukchaegyeonguwon 3-ro, Sejong-si
+82-1877-4955

BOK Art Center is located in Bangok-dong, Sejong-si. It was opened in 2019 with the management philosophy of CEO I Gyu-sun, 'Let's create a happier living space.' The center is equipped with a performance hall where various performances are held, a gallery where various exhibitions are held, a hobby factory specialized for kidults, a Ccume Baking Class where you can enjoy baking, a bookstore, and a cafe.

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