Eumseong Pumba Festival (음성품바축제)

15.5Km 2025-07-11

28 Seolseonggongwon-gil, Eumseong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-871-3415

Pumba was the word repeated in the songs of street singers, especially when Korea was once impoverished. They strolled around marketplaces or villages seeking food, money, or anything they could get. Pumba doesn’t have a specific meaning but is a language mechanism for keeping a rhythm. These days, the word pumba generally refers to gakseori, a type of performance by performers who do not beg for food or money, but simply sing at events or festivals for entertainment. The Pumba Festival is held in Eumseong every year to celebrate this important part of Korea's modern history.

◎ The Pumba Festival has made affiliations with a local international center, which dispatches volunteers from ten countries to the festival to provide explanations about the event.

Hwayang Valley (Hwayangdonggyegok Valley) (화양구곡 (화양동계곡))

15.8Km 2019-11-06

78, Hwayangdong-gil, Cheongcheon-myeon, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-832-4347

Hwayang Valley, located 32 kilometers east from Cheongju, was designated Songnisan National Park in 1975.
The vivid green mountains and clear waters make it a highly sought after tourist spot. The nearby Seonnyudonggyegok Valley, just 7 kilometers away, is also a huge draw for travelers.
Hwayang Valley is composed of various shaped rocks such as Cheomseongdae Observatory, Neungundae Observatory, Waryongam Rock and Eupgungam Rock. Well-known statesman from the Joseon Dynasty, Song Si-yeol, visited the valley and wept for King Hyojong offering his final bow. This rock where he cried was then named Eupgungam Rock meaning ‘crying bow’ Rock. Waryongam Rock gets its name from its shape, which is said to look like a wriggly dragon. Cheomseongdae Observatory was used in order to forecast weather patterns.

Seonyudonggyegok Valley (선유구곡(선유동계곡))

16.8Km 2021-07-29

179, Seonyudong-gil, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-832-4347

Seonyudonggyegok Valley is located in Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do Province. Including Seonyudongmun, the playground for the mountain gods, a total of nine valleys form the area: Gyeongcheonbyeok, Haksoam, Yeondallo, Waryongpok, Nangadae, Gigugam, Guam, and Eunseonam.

Seonnyudonggyegok Valley is famous for the legend that mountain gods came to savor fresh mountain spring water. A renowned geographical account, Taekriji, published in 1751, stated that Seonyudonggyegok Valley boasted some of the best scenery. One of the most eminent Confucian scholars of the Joseon dynasty, Lee Hwang spent nine months in this beautiful valley. He gave names to all his favorite places, which still remain to this day.

Jwagusan Recreational Forest (좌구산 자연휴양림)

16.9Km 2024-12-12

107, Sotjeommal-gil, Jeungpyeong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-835-4551

Jwagusan Recreational Forest sits at the foot of Jwagusan Mountain, Jeungpyeong. The mountain resembles a sitting turtle, which symbolizes happiness and longevity. The mountain is a perfect match with the recreational forest. The forest is the ideal choice for one-day tours as well, since visitors can enjoy various experiences at the Jwagusan Forest Meditation House, the Jwagusan Meditation Cloud Bridge, or the Jwagusan Observatory.
The Jwagusan Forest Meditation House runs forest therapy programs, guided forest tours, and forest programs for pre-school aged children, making it a perfect destination for families with kids. Additionally, mountain leisure sports can be enjoyed at the zipline, snow sledding slope, and Forest Adventure Facility. Nearby, Samgi Reservoir and Jwagusan Mountain add to the unique atmosphere on a misty day. Jwagusan Recreational Forest is a comprehensive recreational and tourist destination, offering various programs in connection with sites nearby, including the recreational village, Samgi Reservoir, mountain biking course, and hiking trails. You can enjoy cultural experiences, build physical and mental strength, and relax, all in one place.

Mungang Sulfur Hot Springs (문강유황온천)

17.3Km 2017-07-21

1061, Palbong-ro, Salmi-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-848-5115

Located in the middle of Woraksan Mountain, Joryeongsan Mountain, and Sujupalbong Mountain, Hot Sulfur Springs is considered one of the best hot sulfur springs in Korea.

Sulfur springs effectively assist in treating a range of health issues. Since it softens skin, it is helpful for treating cornification of the skin and chronic eczema. It enlarges micro vessels, aiding in the treatment of chronic rheumatism, high blood pressure, diabetes, woman’s diseases, arteriosclerosis, and athlete’s foot. Thanks to sulfur’s detoxifying effects, drinking sulfur spring water helps your body detoxify from heavy metals and drugs.

Mungang Hot Sulfur Spring Hotel and Itempool education Institute are located in the Mungang Hot Sulfur Spring zone. Suanbo Hot Spring is also a short distance away, meaning visitors can enjoy two different types of hot springs.

Goesan Historic House of Song Byeong-il (괴산 송병일 고택)

17.4Km 2024-02-15

17 Cheongcheon 4-gil, Cheongcheon-myeon, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

This dwelling is a well-preserved example of a traditional Korean house built in the late 19th century, a relic from the era of the Joseon dynasty. It offers insight into the architectural design of the period as well as the domestic life of the Joseon aristocracy. The house also bears historical significance as the residence of the descendants of Uam Song Siyeol, a prominent Neo-Confucian scholar of the dynasty. The layout features distinct sarangchae (the men's quarter) and anchae (the women's quarter), with a gate and a storage facility for essential supplies situated between them. This set up offers visitors an authentic experience of the Joseon dynasty’s traditional household structures. Encircled by a tranquil forest, this old house transports visitors to a time long past..

Suanbo Park Hotel (수안보파크호텔)

17.8Km 2017-07-13

36, Tapgol 1-gil, Suanbo-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-846-2331~6

A mere 10 minutes away from Chungju, Suanbopark Hotel sits in the setting of Mother Nature, boasting a refined high-class environment suitable for vacations. The hotel features large, comfortable guest rooms, six banquet halls, a peaceful Korean/Western restaurant, modern outdoor hot spring spas, Mekbanseok sauna, natural hot springs, indoor swimming pool, state-of-the-art Karaoke Room, night club, tennis courts, promenade path, jogging course, and other convenient facilities for your enjoyment.

Blackstone Belle Foret Resort (증평 에듀팜(블랙스톤 벨포레 리조트))

18.2Km 2024-06-18

346 Belleforet-gil, Doan-myeon, Jeungpyeong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Belle Foret, French for "beautiful forest," is located in a pristine natural environment in the center of the nation, making it easily accessible from all locations. The resort offers a variety of leisure activities, including golfing, a luge track, marina club, and farm where children can enjoy animals up close.

Hanwha Resort Suanbo (한화리조트 수안보)

18.4Km 2020-06-18

321-36, Suanbo-ro, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-846-8211

First condominium hotel in Korea, Hanwha Resort Suanbo started the trend of building condominium-style resort in Korea. Family-oriented resort offers visitors year-round hot springs, hiking and fishing. Enjoy a clean and cozy rooms with a modern touch.

Ujae Stay [Korea Quality] 우제스테이[한국관광 품질인증]

18.5Km 2023-10-27

50, Jujeongsan-ro, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-846-9966

Ujae Stay stands right across the Mushimcheon Stream from Suanbo Hot Springs in Cheongju, Chungcheongbuk-do. The whole bulding was remodeled in 2021, and now provides a clean and comfy resting space. Clear alkaline hot spring water is on tap in all rooms, providing both comfort and healing.

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