10.3 Km 7583 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.
10.8 Km 61414 2024-03-15
Sangpan-ri, Songnisan-myeon, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-542-5267
Situated in the heart of the Sobaek Mountain Range, Songnisan National Park encompasses the majestic Songnisan Mountain, standing at 1,057 meters, and the picturesque Hwayanggyegok, Seonyugyegok, and Ssanggok Valleys. Designated as a National Park in 1970, this natural sanctuary is celebrated for its stunning landscapes and unique rock formations. Key highlights include the awe-inspiring peaks of Cheonhwangbong, Munjangdae, and Birobong. Additionally, the park is home to historical and cultural treasures such as Beopjusa Temple, Seongbulsa Temple, and the ancient Gyeonhwonsanseong Fortress.
11.0 Km 57251 2024-02-26
136, Mansu-gil, Songnisan-myeon, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
Mansugyegok Valley is a 4 km-long valley fed by the Samgacheon Stream, which originates from Cheonwangbong Peak in Songnisan Mountain and flows into Samga Reservoir. Its name refers to how it has enjoyed tens of thousands of years of age. Its clear water and lush forests make it a popular summer and forest bath destination. The summit of the Songnisan Mountain can be reached along the valley. There’s also a trail that leads to the Beopjusa Temple of Songnisan Mountain.
11.0 Km 13713 2021-02-16
Gaeun-eup, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-550-6414
Yongchugyegok Valley is considered the most majestic among the eight scenic views of Mungyeong. The valley is locating along the rocky foothills of Daeyasan Mountain, bordering Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do. According to legends, this valley was where two dragons soared into the heavens and their traces still remain on the two huge granite rocks. The valley is also known to have a pool of water that never dries up, and people of the past would come here to pray for rain at times of drought.
12.7 Km 57267 2024-02-22
Gaeun-eup, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Daeyasan Mountain is a stunning peak standing at an elevation of 931 meters within the confines of Songnisan National Park. It boasts picturesque valleys, including Seonyudonggyegok Valley and Yongchugyegok Valley. Among the notable attractions within Yongchugyegok Valley is the Yongchupokpo Falls, characterized by its three-tiered cascades, with a unique heart-shaped pool formed amidst the milky-white granite. After a 20-minute ascent from Yongchu, visitors can experience the breathtaking sight of moonlight reflecting off the rocks and the valley, known as Woryeongdae.
12.8 Km 18402 2024-07-31
Wanjang-ri, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-550-6392
Seonyudonggyegok Valley in Mungyeong is longer and more beautiful than the valley of the same name in Goesan. Daeyasan Mountain (931 meters) runs across both valleys, which are 10 kilometers apart from each other. The valley is relatively untouched as it is not yet well known to the public. At the beginning and the end of the trail are Hakcheonjeong and Chirujeong Pavilions, respectively. Both sides of the valley are lined with thick forests of ancient pine trees. A number of stone carvings can be found in the forest, and the most famous one reads “Seonyugyegok.” It was written by Choi Chi-won, a leading scholar of the Silla kingdom.
13.0 Km 15838 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..
13.8 Km 34918 2024-02-26
Jeogam-ri, Maro-myeon, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
Gubyeongsan Mountain is an 876 m-high mountain located on the southern side of Songnisan National Park. It is also known as "Gubongsan Mountain" because it is said to have nine (gu) peaks (bong). There is a lush forest with plenty of beautiful rocky cliffs. Visit in the fall to enjoy the true beauty of the place. Boeun’s basin geographical feature can be seen from the summit.
14.3 Km 48346 2024-02-26
491-4, Jangan-ro, Jangan-myeon, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
Seowongyegok Valley is fed by the Samgacheon Stream, which originates from Songnisan Mountain and flows through Samga Reservoir in an S-shaped curve. It is relatively gentle in slope, and the stream is quite wide. The area is home to the 600-year-old Seowon-ri Pine Tree. Aside from enjoying the beautiful view of the area, one can also swim in the valley in summer.
15.4 Km 8517 2021-12-23
104, Seongju 1-gil, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-540-3406
Samnyeongsanseong Fortress was built during the Silla dynasty. The sprawling stone walls stretch 1.7 kilometers in length with x_heights and x_widths of 13-20 and 8-10 meters respectively. The name of the fortress comes from the time it took to complete the construction, three years ("sam nyeon" in Korean). The fortress was the site of many battles between Silla and Baekje during the Three Kingdoms Period.