Hongseong Namdang Port Jumbo Shrimp Festival (홍성남당항 대하축제)

11.1Km 2024-08-12

213-1 Namdanghang-ro, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-10-5433-8196

Namdang Port, located at the west end of Hongseong, is a famous west coast port known for its exceptional seafood. Surrounded by the clean waters of Cheonsuman Bay, Namdang Port is home to a wide array of sea life including blue crab, cockle and webfoot octopus. Namdang Port also draws throngs of visitors from early September to mid-October every year for the country’s largest Jumbo Shrimp Festival.

Seosan Ganworam Hermitage (간월암(서산))

11.7Km 2023-01-02

119-29, Ganwoldo 1-gil, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-668-6624

Ganworam is a small hermitage located in Ganwoldo-ri in Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do. Ganworam Hermitage was created by the Great Monk Muhak, the monk to King Taejo of the Joseon dynasty. The name of the hermitage is directly tied with Muhak himself as it is said Muhak became enlightened while meditating under the moon (wol means moon in Korean) at this hermitage. At low tide, Ganworam Hermitage is connected to shore via a natural walkway, but at high tide, the walkway is submerged and the hermitage becomes an island. At night time, in particular, the hermitage and its surrounding islets create a breathtaking view as the moonlight reflects off the sea.

Cheonbuk Oyster Complex in Boryeong (보령 천북굴단지)

11.7Km 2024-06-05

Cheonbuk-myeon, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-930-0804

Cheonbuk Oyster Complex in Boryeong is a place near the Hongseong Embankment where various restaurants specializing in oysters are clustered. Boryeong is known for its abundant oyster production, with those caught between November and February considered the finest. In December, the Cheonbuk Oyster Festival is held, featuring events for tourists. Here, visitors can taste a variety of dishes made with oysters, including grilled oysters, raw oysters, and oyster rice.

Anmyondo Jurassic Museum (안면도 쥬라기박물관)

11.7Km 2024-02-26

37-20 Gomseom-ro, Nam-myeon, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

The Anmyondo Jurassic Museum is a natural history museum boasting Korea's largest collection of dinosaur fossils. Its collection features dinosaur specimens such as Diplodocus and Tyrannosaurus, along with dinosaur eggs, sourced from the United States and Argentina. Nearby attractions include Anmyondo Jurassic Park, a meteorological observatory, and various accommodations such as pensions.

Gohyang Gul Susan (고향굴수산)

11.9Km 2024-03-04

8-5, 1061 Hongbo-ro, Cheonbuk-myeon, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do
041-641-8966

Gohyang Gul Susan is a restaurant specializing in oysters located within the Cheonbuk Oyster Complex. Oysters are the specialty of this place. Fresh oysters are paired with rice and vegetables harvested directly from the farm. The menu includes gul gui (grilled oysters), gul jjim (steamed oysters), gul jeon (pan-fried battered oyster), saeng gul (fresh oysters), dolsonn yeongyang gulbap (nutritious hot stone pot oyster rice), and gul kalguksu (noodle soup with oysters). Oysters are low in fat and rich in minerals, making them nutritious and flavorful. In December, the Cheonbuk Oyster Festival is held at the Cheonbuk Oyster Complex.

Cheonsuman Bay - Migratory Bird Sanctuary (천수만(철새도래지))

12.7Km 2021-05-21

Buseok-myeon & Gobuk-myeon, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-661-8054

Cheonsuman Bay emerged as a habitat for migratory birds as a result of a reclamation project that was undertaken in 1984. A breakwater was built around this area, which created Ganwolho Lake and Bunamho Lake. Moreover, a vast agricultural land spanning 6,400 hectares was formed on what used to be a mud flat. The monthly average temperature of Cheonsuman Bay area between October and March is about 1.2 degree Celsius higher than inland areas at the same latitude because of its oceanic climate. Such geographical conditions have made Cheonsuman Bay an ideal wintering site for migratory birds.

Cheonsuman Bay is located midway along the migration route of birds migrating from northern Siberia or Manchuria to Southeast Asia. As a result, Cheonsuman Bay has become home to nearly 200 different species of migratory birds that can be watched all year round. In winter, the area becomes a wintering site for over 300 thousand ducks and wild geese, as well as a wide variety of endangered species like storks, spoonbills, mute swans, and white-naped cranes. Lucky birdwatchers might be able to witness the great spectacle created by tens of thousands of migratory birds flying in a flock over the Cheonsuman Bay area.

Cancelled: Taean Lily Garden (태안 백합꽃 정원)

12.7Km 2022-05-30

200, Mageompo-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-41-675-9200

Taean Lily Garden festival is held annually in spring when lilies are at their peak. As such, the festival grounds are filled with the aromatic scent of these beautiful flowers in a rainbow of hues and designs.

Taean Lighting Festival (태안 빛축제)

12.7Km 2024-11-19

200 Mageompo-gil, Nam-myeon, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-675-9200

Taean Lighting Festival takes place every day of the year, lighting up the evening.

Mageompo Beach (마검포해수욕장)

12.9Km 2021-07-01

Sinon-ri, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691

Mageompo Beach in Nam-myeon, Taean-gun is located right before the bridge that leads to Anmyeondo Island. As the beach is not widely popular among tourists, one can spend a quiet and tranquil vacation here. Near the beach is a dense pine tree forest where one can enjoy camping. The white sand and shallow waters also make it a good place for kids to swim. In the evening, the beach is a great spot to watch the breathtaking sunset.

This beach is famous for silchi-hoe, a dish consisting of freshly sliced raw fish. The ocean near the beach is one of the biggest natural sources of fresh seafood such as anchovy, sand eel and short arm octopus.

Yeongmokhang Harbor (영목항)

13.8Km 2021-08-11

55, Wolgoji-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-673-9887

Yeongmokhang Harbor is located at the base of a small hill 4 kilometers away from Gonam-myeon, on the southern tip of Anmyeondo Island. The name was originally just Yeonghang Harbor but the name was changed to reflect its important role in connecting the areas of Boryeong and Taean. Across from the harbor are Wonsando, Hyojado, Chuseom, and Bbaeseom islands and ‘Three Brethren Rock.’ On the left are boats for Cheonsuman Bay. Fishing is the main industry in the region, which means that visitors can find plenty of fresh, quality seafood such as manila clams, conches, bass, and other types of seafood at low prices.

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