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Pyeongtaekho Art Park (평택호예술공원)

Pyeongtaekho Art Park (평택호예술공원)

18.7Km    2025-10-28

167 Pyeongtaekho-gil, Hyeondeok-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do

Pyeongtaekho is a lake that flows to the western sea. Pyeongtaekho Art Park is located along side it. Sculptures are spread throughout the park, creating a pleasant atmosphere for visitors to stroll and enjoy the art. The Ji Young-hee Gugak Center and Haegum Bench have been built to commemorate Ji Young-hee's (1909-1980) achievements as a national intangible cultural heritage who pioneered the popularization and globalization of Korean traditional music. The Korea Soriter Arts Center has an outdoor performance hall and a library dedicated to traditional Korean music.

Korean Modern Music Hall (한국근현대음악관)

Korean Modern Music Hall (한국근현대음악관)

18.9Km    2025-10-29

147 Pyeongtaekho-gil, Hyeondeok-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-8024-8683

Korean Modern Music Hall, located at The Korea Soriter Arts Center in Pyeongtaekho Tourist Complex, is the first cultural complex dedicated to modern Korean music, serving as a museum, library, and archive. It has made a name for itself as Korea's representative music institution, bringing together Korean and Western music, modern and contemporary music, as well as the public and the people. It is an organization that arranges various events to help people view and comprehend history in new ways through a perspective of "music" with its collections related to different fields, including anti-Japanese and pro-Japanese music, the independence movement, music instruction, music from North Korea and Japan, and modern pop music. 

Dongtan Lake Park (동탄호수공원)

19.0Km    2024-02-29

67 Dongtansunhwan-daero, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-5189-2667

Dongtan Lake Park, an artificial lake created by damming Songbangcheon Stream, is nestled in the heart of a residential area. This urban oasis offers a well-being space featuring expansive grassy fields and a picturesque picnic area by the lake. The park is equipped with walking trails, sports facilities, a water playground, and a large water fountain that hosts regular fountain shows. Additionally, from May to September each year, the Luna Show, a captivating multimedia fountain display, enhances the park's nighttime ambiance.

Gosam Reservoir (고삼저수지)

Gosam Reservoir (고삼저수지)

19.1Km    2023-12-22

108 Gosamhosu-ro, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Gosam Reservoir is a vast reservoir that was completed in 1963 to supply water to nearby areas. The reservoir is abundant in aquatic plants, providing a good habitat for fish. The dreamy scenery in foggy dawn is like a painting. For this reason, it is a famous filming location frequented by photographers. Visitors can enjoy a walk along the path around while listening to early birds chirp in the background. It is known as a popular spot for auto-camping. The reservoir has three small islands known as Baseok Island, Palja Island, and Donggeurak Island. The lake is so large that it may feel like an ocean surrounded by land. The lake's circumference is 14 kilometers, and it takes 25 minutes by car to encircle the whole lake. The lakeside is also a cherry blossom driving course in spring. In addition to being a popular free campsite, the reservoir is also famous for its fabulous sunset and sunrise views. 

Gakwonsa Temple (각원사)

Gakwonsa Temple (각원사)

19.4Km    2024-03-15

245 Gagwonsa-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-561-3545

Gakwonsa Temple, nestled midway up Taejosan Mountain in Cheonan, stands as a beacon of hope for the peaceful reunification of Korea. The temple's most renowned feature is the immense bronze statue of the seated Amitabha Buddha, which measures 15 meters in x_height, 30 meters in circumference, and weighs 60 tons. Additionally, Gakwonsa Temple is distinguished by its Daeungjeon Hall, the largest Dharma Hall in Korea. The temple's Gaesan Memorial Hall houses a collection of artifacts associated with the temple.

Asan Spavis (아산스파비스)

Asan Spavis (아산스파비스)

19.5Km    2024-06-05

67 Asanoncheon-ro 157beon-gil, Eumbong-myeon, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Asan Spavis, a comprehensive hot springs resort established in July 2008, offers a diverse range of relaxation and entertainment options. Guests can enjoy both indoor and outdoor pools, various sauna facilities, and a unique event pool that features twenty-three distinct themes throughout the year, including tangerine, herbs, and rose. Additionally, the resort boasts a theme park equipped with a 75-meter-long wave pool and multiple slides, providing fun and excitement for all ages.

Mulhyanggi Arboretum (물향기수목원)

Mulhyanggi Arboretum (물향기수목원)

19.5Km    2025-01-08

211, Cheonghak-ro, Osan-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-378-1261

Mulhyanggi Arboretum is located in Sucheong-dong of Osan, Gyeonggi-do, known since the past to have clear flowing water. The arboretum is 34 hectare in size with 19 different themed gardens with over 1,920 different plants and flowers.

Cheonan World Dance Festival (천안흥타령춤축제)

Cheonan World Dance Festival (천안흥타령춤축제)

19.6Km    2025-07-11

208 Beonyeong-ro, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-900-7020

The Cheonan World Dance Festival is a global event that brings everyone together through dance, transcending nationalities and language barriers. Dancers from all over the world gather in Cheonan to participate in various festival programs. The National Dance Competition is the highlight of the festival, with a total prize of about 100 million won. There is also the Street Dance Parade across the city center and the International Dance Competition in which dance teams from across the globe participate. Other shows include the energetic performances of the National University Cheerleading Competition and the exciting “Improv Dance Battle,” where everyone can join in on the fun.

Paradise (파라다이스)

Paradise (파라다이스)

19.8Km    2024-12-23

7-7 , Asanoncheon-ro 157beon-gil, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-543-4900

Located in Asan, Chungcheongnam-do, Paradise Hotel is surrounded by mountains and has a spacious and convenient parking lot. All rooms have a Mediterranean-style layout and interior, while the popular VIP rooms come with either jacuzzi, bath tub or sauna. The hotel is clean and well managed, and all rooms are suitable for families.

Geumgwanghosu Lake (금광호수)

Geumgwanghosu Lake (금광호수)

19.8Km    2024-02-07

Oheung-ri, Geumgwang-myeon, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Geumgwanghosu Lake, a valley-shaped lake, is a popular destination for fishing, featuring three fishing grounds around it. Many people visit the lake during the winter season for smelt fishing. The lake also offers a deck trail for visitors to enjoy a stroll around it. The birth home and workshop of Park Du-jin, a Korean poet, are nearby, and a section of the deck trail is also known as the Park Du-jin Literature Trail.