Archaeological Site in Seokjang-ri, Gongju (공주 석장리 유적) - Area information - Korea travel information

Archaeological Site in Seokjang-ri, Gongju (공주 석장리 유적)

Archaeological Site in Seokjang-ri, Gongju (공주 석장리 유적)

19.4Km    2025-01-14

990, Geumbyeok-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-840-8924

The Archaeological Site in Seokjang-ri, Gongju is located approximately 6 kilometers out of the city of Gongju, on the northern banks of the Geumgang River. The site is one of Korea's representative relic sites of the Old Stone Age, and is designated Historic Site No. 334. The site was excavated 10 times between 1964 and 1974 by teams from Yonsei University Museum. The excavation of 27 layers of stratum produced relics proving people lived in the area through 11 cultural eras. The area was excavated again in 1990 and 1993, producing even more cultural artifacts and helping to create a clearer image of the people living in that time.

Seokjangni Museum (석장리박물관)

Seokjangni Museum (석장리박물관)

19.4Km    2025-01-14

990, Geumbyeok-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-840-8924

Located in Gongju, Chungcheongnam-do, Seokjangni Museum was established in September 2006 to preserve and introduce the culture of the Old Stone Age. There are a variety of exhibitions of relics excavated from the Seokjeong-ri area as well as educational programs available for visitors to learn more about the Paleolithic Period. The museum is divided into permanent exhibitions, planned exhibitions and outdoor exhibitions. Overall, visitors can understand the history better through the exhibition halls, prehistoric park, and the Archaeological Site in Seokjang-ri, Gongju.

Cheongju National Museum (국립청주박물관)

19.5Km    2022-12-27

143, Myeongam-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-229-6300

Cheongju National Museum, opened in 1987, collects and preserves national cultural treasures. The museum holds more than 42,000 artifacts with approximately 1,200 pieces on display. The museum has exhibition halls, outdoor exhibition hall, children’s museum and more, displaying artifacts from the Old Stone Age to the Joseon Period. The special exhibition hall holds themed exhibitions every spring and fall.

Munui Cultural Properties Site (문의문화재단지)

19.7Km    2022-12-27

721, Daecheonghoban-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Munui Cultural Properties Site, overlooking the Daecheongho Lake, attracts many visitors. The site was created to preserve and promote the local traditional culture of Cheongwon (Chungcheongbuk-do); it is a great place to learn about local history, culture, and arts.

The spacious complex (132,232m²) is a home to ten traditional houses (Munsangwan, aristocrat houses, a museum, and a tavern), showing a form of a traditional village. It is also full of dolmen stones (symbolizing abundant procreation), Jangseung (totem poles at the entrance of villages or temples), and Yeonjabanga (millstones worked by horses or oxen), providing visitors with opportunities to learn about traditional culture and life.

With a theme of roof tiles, a relics gallery in the complex boasts over 774 local items, categorized by historical period (e.g. the Silla Period, Baekje Period, etc.). Munsan-ri Stone Bridge, believed to have been built during the Goryeo Period, was restored in front of the gallery.

The complex also offers a wide array of amenities including mineral spring sites, playgrounds, and Munui Movie Village (a drive-in movie theatert). Nearby notable attractions include artificial falls, Yangseongsan Mountain, Jakdusan Mountain, Daecheongho Lake, Nosan Pine Forest, Donghwasa Temple, and Bugang Mineral Springs.

Hotel The H (호텔 더 에이치(Hotel The H))

Hotel The H (호텔 더 에이치(Hotel The H))

19.9Km    2024-12-22

58 , Sintanjindong-ro 23beon-gil, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-932-0005

Hotel The H is a business hotel close to Sintanjin station in Daejeon, Chungcheongnam-do, offering quality services and reasonable prices. The pent rooms are equipped with barbecue, campfire, and cooking facilities, as well as a private terrace and swimming pool - making them ideal for parties and family gatherings. Some rooms are equipped with disabled toilets. Free breakfast is served at the 1st floor cafe, and there is a business center with shared PCs and printers. Geumgang Lohas Eco Park is a pleasant 20-minute walk away.

Buchu Haemul Kalguksu Sikdang (부추해물칼국수식당)

Buchu Haemul Kalguksu Sikdang (부추해물칼국수식당)

20.0Km    2024-02-15

31 Sintanjin-ro 804beon-gil, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon

Buchu Haemul Kalguksu Sikdang is a restaurant famous for its buchu haemul kalguksu (noodle soup with chives and seafood). The dish features a broth that is simmered for two hours using chicken and vegetables. Generous amounts of daily-caught fresh clams and plenty of chives are then added, creating a clean and exceptionally tasty soup. Thanks to its refreshing taste, it is also popular as a hangover remedy. Pairing it with jjukkumi (spicy stir-fried webfoot octopus) is highly recommended.