Chungju Mireukdaewon Stone Temple Site (충주 미륵대원지)

6.9 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.

Mungyeong Flying Land (문경활공랜드)

7.4 Km 11199 2023-06-28

80, Hwalgongjang-gil, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-10-4690-4675

Mungyeong Flying Land, a top paragliding facility, is conveniently located in Mungyeong, which offers excellent conditions for this amazing sport. Mungyeong’s geographic features create an excellent updraft and steady winds, and the area’s total absence of high-tension wires provides plenty of wide-open space for a safe landing. Paragliding at this site offers a spectacular view thanks to the several mountain terrains that surround the area. There also many tourist attractions nearby such as Mungyeong Spa, Mungyeongsaejae Pass, and more.

Yeonpung Sanctuary (연풍성지)

7.4 Km 19764 2024-02-26

14, Jungang-ro hongmun 2-gil, Yeonpung-myeon, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

After the nationwide repression of Catholicism in 1791, a group of Catholics came to what is today known as Yeonpung Sanctuary to practice their religion in secret before they were discovered and executed in 1801. Today, Yeonpung Sanctuary is a Catholic sanctuary dedicated to the martyrs. Yeonpung Sanctuary has a Catholic church, a crucifix, and a sculpture and tomb of Hwang Seokdu (Luke; 1813-1866), a saint born in Yeonpung and martyred as a Catholic.

Mungyeong Dansan Monorail (문경단산 모노레일)

9.3 Km 0 2023-08-21

Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Mungyeong Dansan Monorail allows riders to take in the beauty of the Baekdu Mountain Range that surrounds Mungyeong over a 3.6 km-long course. Dansan Mountain has been famous for its pure environment for a long time. More recently, the area has become known as a filming site for various dramas.

Jecheon Deokjusa Temple (덕주사(제천))

11.3 Km 23619 2021-12-03

87, Mireuksonggye-ro 2-gil, Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-653-1773

Deokjusa Temple is a branch temple of Beopjusa Temple, the head temple of the 5th district of the Jogye Order. The temple is believed to have been established in 597 AD by Princess Deokju, the last princess of the Silla Kingdom. According to legend, Princess Deokju stayed at the site with Prince Ma-ui and built the temple, naming it after herself, along with the cave nearby. However, there are no records to confirm or refute these claims.

The temple once stood in front of the Rock-carved Standing Buddha of Deokjusa Temple (a Treasure), but was burned down during the Korean War. The present temple building stands about 1.7 kilometers from the original temple site and is the result of reconstruction efforts conducted in the 1970s.

Suanbo Chosun Tourist Hotel (수안보 조선 관광호텔)

11.9 Km 11062 2021-03-03

99, Josangongwon-gil, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-848-8833

As the representative of the Suanbo Hot Springs Special Tourist Zone, Suanbo Chosun Tourist Hotel has been loved by tourists since its opening in February 2002. With their slogan a hotel "full of happiness," Suanbo Chosun Tourist Hotel aims to earn guest satisfactory through excellent services.

Gomosanseong Fortress (고모산성)

12.0 Km 35808 2023-06-28

Sinhyeon-ri, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-550-6414

Located on Ojeongsan Mountain, Sinhyeon-ri, Maseong-myeon, Mungyeong-si, Gomosanseong Fortress is a fortress built for military defense during the Three Kingdoms Period. It played an important role in the battle not only during the Three Kingdoms Period, but also throughout history, including the Goryeo period, the late Joseon period, and the Korean War. Climbing uphill along the fortress wall will lead to an open view of a vast landscape. Night lighting and photo zones have been formed around the fortress to entertain visitors to the fortress.

Gaeun Open Set (문경 가은오픈세트장)

12.0 Km 1 2024-03-18

112 Wangneung-gil, Gaeun-eup, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Gaeun Open Set is a filming site located within Mungyeong Ecoworld. Through in-depth historical research, it realistically recreates the city in the old days, making it an important location for TV series and history education. There are a total of three filming locations. The first filming location has palaces, including Goguryeo Palace, thatched-roof houses, inns, and a grand gate of actual size. It is known as the filming location for various dramas such as "The King of Legend (2010)," "Ja Myung Go (2009)," "Yeon Gaesomun (2006)," and "Strongest Chil Woo (2008)." It is still popular as a filming location for many other dramas. Also located within Mungyeong Ecoworld is the Coal Museum, so many tourists visit them together. It is possible to travel from the Coal Museum to the first filming location by riding the monorail, which runs every 15 minutes.

Mungyeong Coal Museum (문경석탄박물관)

12.1 Km 19795 2019-03-18

112, Wangneung-gil, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-550-6424

The Mungyeong Coal Museum exhibits the history of coal and explains its important contribution to Korea's rapid industrialization. Systematic exhibition of coal and related information helps visitors understand the vital role that coal has played in shaping modern life. The museum displays coal-related relics in addition to scholarly materials.

The museum offers various exhibition halls: the Central Exhibition Hall (1F-2F), Outdoor Exhibition Hall, Mine Exhibition Hall, and Miner’s Private House Exhibition Hall. Though coal, one of Korea’s few natural resources, used to be the driving force of the Korean industry and economy, it has become less visible due to the emergence of oil and natural gas. The museum helps visitors appreciate this forgotten resource as well as the lives of miners in Mungyeong, once one of the most productive coalfields in Korea.

Mungyeong Omija Theme Tunnel (문경오미자테마터널)

12.2 Km 0 2024-03-18

1356-1 Mungyeong-daero, Maseong-myeon, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Omija Theme Tunnel is located under Gomosanseong Fortress in Jinnamgyoban, Mungyeong. The Seokhyeon Tunnel, used to transport coal between Jeomchon and Mungyeong, was reborn as a 540-meter-long tunnel for tourism. In addition to cultural spots like the Starlight Tunnel and amazing trick arts, there are also craft shops where visitors can buy Omija, Mungyeong's specialty, and pottery. It is warm in winter and cool in summer because the average temperature is maintained at 15 to 18 degrees throughout the year.

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