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Yecheon Astro-Space Center (예천천문우주센터)

18.6Km    2021-12-23

1078, Chunghyo-ro, Yecheon-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-654-1710

Yecheon Astro-Space Center is a theme park that opened in November 2004. The Yecheon Astronomical Science and Culture Center has built and operated the Yecheon Star Observatory. Visitors can stay in the accommodations in the park, observe the distant universe through a large telescope, and experience the space environment such as weightlessness.

In the observation room, visitors can observe the appearance of the universe with a 508 mm (20 inch) reflecting telescope that is automatically controlled by a computer. In the auxiliary observation room, visitors can observe sunspots and huge pillars of fire on the surface of the sun with a quadruple solar telescope. The astronomical projection room is a 'space theater' where a digital astronomical projector and video projector are installed, and images related to the astronomical universe, including seasonal constellations, are screened on a hemispherical dome screen on the ceiling.

At the Yecheon Star Observatory, visitors can observe the pillars of fire that soar through the sun during the day and sunspots that are larger than Earth. At night, visitors can observe the galaxy, the nebula, where stars born and die, as well as star clusters, and the moon, which is the closest celestial body to Earth, has large and small meteorite craterson the surface. There are many more fun experiences at the Yecheon Star Observatory.

Danuri Aquarium (단양 다누리아쿠아리움)

18.6Km    2021-05-12

111, Subyeon-ro, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-420-2951

Located in Danyang, Danuri Aquarium houses a lot of freshwater fish with a wide array of fish species from Korea and overseas, consisting of 20,000 fish of 63 species and 1,600 fish of 87 species, respectively. Visitors can enjoy a wide selection of fish including Siniperca, a traditional fish from the Namhangang River, sweetfish and Korean bitterling, as well as various fish species from other countries all in one spot. Also, the aquarium offers a special sightseeing point, in the form of a fish tank decorated with the theme of Eight Scenic Views of Danyang.

* Fish tanks: 127 exhibition tanks, 43 habituating tanks, approx. 915 tons

Doljip Sikdang (돌집식당)

18.7Km    2024-02-26

11, Jungang 2-ro, Danyang-eup, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Doljip Sikdang is a restaurant near the Danyang Bus Terminal that serves dolsotbap (hot stone pot rice) and garlic dishes. Indeed, its gondeure maneul jeongsik (thistle and garlic set menu) has captured the tastebuds of its regulars for two generations. The restaurant’s set menus, such as heungmaneul jeongsik (black garlic set menu), doljip jeongsik (Doljip set menu), gondeure maneul jeongsik (thistle and garlic set menu), and gondeure jeongsik (thistle set menu), all feature garlic dishes. It also serves a la carte dishes like bulgogi, maneul yukhoe (garlic and beef tartare), Danyang maneul tteokgalbi (grilled garlic and galbi patties), suyuk (boiled pork slices), and deodeok gui (grilled deodeok). Notably, side dishes are made with garlic, Danyang’s specialty, which isn’t too spicy and taper off to gentle sweetness. 

Guinsa Temple (Danyang) (구인사(단양))

18.7Km    2024-03-15

73 Guinsa-gil, Yeongchun-myeon, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-423-7100

Ohak Sikdang (오학식당)

19.0Km    2024-02-26

4-1, Sangjin 13-gil, Danyang-eup, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Ohak Sikdang is famous for its mukbap (chilled acorn jelly and rice soup), which is made using acorns and mushrooms. Mukbap (chilled acorn jelly and rice soup) is made by topping rice with long and thin slices of acorn jelly, sauce, vegetables, kimchi, and cold soup. Ohak Sikdang’s signature menus are mukbap jeongsik (chilled acorn jelly and rice soup set menu) and baekban (set menu). The side dishes here are quite good as well. Other menus include sundubu (soft bean curd jjigae), suyuk (boiled pork slices), and dubu jeongol (bean curd hot pot).

Danyang Bobaljae Pass (단양 보발재)

19.1Km    2024-02-26

San 26-7, Baekja-ri, Yeongchun-myeon, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Bobaljae Pass is located 540 m above sea level on the northern side of Sobaeksan Mountain. It is also known as Godeuneomijae Pass. The S-shaped curve is known for wildflowers in spring and fall foliage in autumn, so one can either take a leisurely drive along the road or park one’s car at the observatory and get some pictures. Guinsa Temple and Ondal Tourist Area nearby are also good to visit.

Chunujae House / 춘우재고택

19.2Km    2025-03-05

101 , Matjil-gil, Yecheon-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-655-1717

Chunoojae Old House in Jeogok-ri, Yecheon-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, is a late Joseon period hanok built by Kwon Jin, grandson of Kwon Eui. Gingko, peepal trees and chrysanthemums grow in its well-tended yard, and every year the petals are gathered for tea brewing, and the branches trimmed and soaked to make alcohol. There are seven guestrooms, and in the summer group visitors can make a bigger space by renting 2 or 3 together. Various traditional food experiences, such as soybean paste making, are offered. For groups of 10 or more, reservations should be made at least a week in advance.

Seonamgyegok Valley (Haseonam Rock) (선암계곡(하선암))

19.2Km    2021-05-14

1337, Seonamgyegok-ro, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-422-1146

Seonamgyegok Valley is a clean 10-kilometer valley stretching from Gasan-ri to Daejam-ri in Danyang. Among the Eight Scenic Views of Danyang, Teukseonam Rock and Soseonam Rock are located here. This valley is known for its dense forests, strange rock formations, and clear and clean valleys, and is one of the best destinations in summer to camp and play in the water. Nearby attractions include Soseonam Recreational Forest, Teukseonam Camping Site, Soseonam Amusement Park, and Special Seonam Camping Site.

Eight Scenic Views of Danyang (단양 팔경)

19.2Km    2020-08-19

Danseong-myeon, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-422-1146

The Eight Scenic Views of Danyang are known as the most beautiful places in Danyang, and include Dodamsambong Peaks and Seongmun Natural Arch by the Namhangang River, Gudambong Peak and Oksunbong Peak offering outstanding views of Chungjuho Lake, Sangseonam Rock, Jungseonam Rock, and Haseonam Rock in Seonamgyegok Valley, and Sainam Rock in Unseongugok Valley. Theses areas were visited many times by numerous scholars during the Joseon dynasty and contain many historically and culturally important relics.

Seokcheongyegok Valley (석천계곡)

19.4Km    2022-09-19

Samgye-ri, Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-679-6334

Waters from the Taebaek Mountains forged Seokcheongyegok Valley, located in Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The valley is wide, shallow, and surrounded by thick pine forests. Broad, flat rocks are scattered throughout, and the valley is a great place for children to play. Next to the valley, visitors will also find Seokcheonjeong Pavilion, which was built in 1535. This pavilion, made of Bonghwa red pine trees called Chunyangmok, and mounted on stone, offers a great view of the nearby scenic mountain.