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Nokdongseowon Confucian Academy (녹동서원)

7.5Km    2024-02-06

218 Urok-gil, Gachang-myeon, Dalseong-gun, Daegu
+82-53-659-4490

Nokdongseowon Confucian Academy was built in 1789 in honor of General Kim Chung-seon (1571-1642), who contributed greatly to Korea's defense during the Imjin War (1592-1598). The academy was shut down in 1868, and reinstated in 1885. Then, in 1971, it was moved to its current location. Today, General Kim's tablet is enshrined in this hall, where a memorial service is held every March. Nearby attractions on the grounds of Nokdongseowon include Nokdongsa Temple, Sunguidang Shrine, Hyangyangmun Gate and memorial stones.

Cheongdo Good Spa Kids Pool Villa(청도굿스파키즈풀빌라)

Cheongdo Good Spa Kids Pool Villa(청도굿스파키즈풀빌라)

7.9Km    2024-12-13

82-60 , Daejeonchiryeopsin-gil, Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-10-6487-8311

Cheongdo Good Spa Kids Pool Villa is a large-scale duplex pension in Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do that offers 27 guestrooms. Except for room A302, all rooms feature an indoor jungle gym and a swimming pool filled with hot spring water. Room A302 is the only room with a whirlpool bathtub instead of a swimming pool, so you can enjoy a home spa experience. BBQ grills are available on each terrace and cooking is allowed in all rooms. The public pool uses hot spring water, so you can enjoy a warm swim even in cold weather. Nearby tourist attractions include Cheongdo Luge, Cheongdo Provence, and a rail bike.

Bisl Pottery Studio (비슬도예원)

Bisl Pottery Studio (비슬도예원)

11.4Km    2025-01-09

787, Heolti-ro, Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-371-5588

Located in Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, the Bisl Pottery Studio is run by potter Kim Byeong-Yeol. An old abandoned school was renovated into a serene studio where you can make your own pottery while taking in the beauty of the surrounding mountains.

Through the teaching of Byeong-Yeol, you'll be able to make your own cup, plate, or ornament. There are also hands-on programs such as natural dyeing and seasonal produce harvesting (potatoes, sweet potatoes, persimmons, strawberries).

The studio exhibits artwork such as Gyeoljeongyujagi, a type of pottery decorated with a mixture of glaze and gold powder. Other works of art include those painted with persimmon juice!

In summer, the Bisl Pottery Studio is especially popular among families as a vacation destination since there are accommodations and an outdoor swimming pool providing relief from the summer heat. There is also a large playground, where visitors can play sports and make campfires.

Gunbulo Bisl Resort Tourism Farm (비슬리조트관광농원 군불로)

Gunbulo Bisl Resort Tourism Farm (비슬리조트관광농원 군불로)

13.1Km    2021-03-12

51, Naksan 1-gil, Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-372-0900

Gunbulo Bisl Resort Tourism Farm is located at the foot of Biseulsan Mountain and is the largest natural farm in the Gyeongsangbuk-do area, spread over 24 acres. The resort's beautiful natural scenery, great facilities, and variety of experience programs make it a popular venue for corporate training, school field trips, conferences, and religious retreats; the youth camp program is especially popular. Visitors are advised to make reservations in advance.

Daegu Spa Valley (대구 스파밸리)

13.3Km    2025-08-12

891 Gachang-ro, Gachang-myeon, Dalseong-gun, Daegu
+82-1688-8511

Daegu Spa Valley is a year-round water park offering various water attractions and hot springs. It features a 250m lazy river pool, Speed Slides, Jungle Aqua, hot spring saunas, Aqua Play, and both indoor and outdoor water playgrounds. There are water park experience programs available for day trips or overnight stays.

St. Mary's Pine Forest Village (성모솔숲마을)

14.1Km    2024-02-08

166 Songnae-gil, Gakbuk-myeon, Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

St. Mary's Pine Forest Village, a serene retreat house under the Catholic Archdiocese of Daegu, was initially established as a haven for the sick and those seeking spiritual retreats. However, it is now open to all, regardless of their reason for visiting. A mass is celebrated at eleven every morning in the church, welcoming both Catholics and non-Catholics alike. Visitors who are not of the Catholic faith are also encouraged to explore the church, or enjoy a peaceful stroll through the surrounding pine forest. The village comprises several facilities, including the Pine Forest Church, the Way of the Cross, a restaurant, a café, and the Yedam Gallery, which is located within the café.

ER NC Department Store - Kyungsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ER NC백화점 경산)

ER NC Department Store - Kyungsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ER NC백화점 경산)

14.8Km    2024-04-18

39, Jungang-ro, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Olive Young - Gyeongsan Market Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 경산시장점)

15.0Km    2024-06-27

78, Jungang-ro, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Park Jiyun's Gachang Jinbang (박지연의 가창옛날찐빵본점)

Park Jiyun's Gachang Jinbang (박지연의 가창옛날찐빵본점)

15.3Km    2024-02-27

1099 Gachang-ro, Gachang-myeon, Dalseong-gun, Daegu
053-768-5768

Gachang Original Bread, a renowned steamed bun bakery in Daegu, is celebrated for its jjinppang (steamed buns), a beloved traditional snack in Korea. This shop's success inspired the opening of other establishments selling steamed buns and dumplings in the area, eventually leading to the creation of Gachang Jjinppang Street. Since its opening in 2000, the bakery has committed to selling only buns made on the same day, meticulously kneaded and rolled by hand. Their flagship products, jjinppang and handmade mandu, have gained such popularity that they often attract long lines of customers.

Daegu Art Museum (대구미술관)

15.9Km    2025-01-13

40, Misulgwan-ro, Suseong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-803-7900

Daegu Art Museum is a municipal museum supported by the Daegu Municipal Government. The museum holds exhibitions to promote Daegu's art advancement through the study of the art's historical value. The museum also has planned exhibitions introducing the social and artistic issues of the times and the leading trends in the art scene through domestic and overseas exchanges.

Diverse performances and events such as academic programs and lectures with famous professors are offered to children, teens and citizens of all ages. The Art Information Center on the third floor within the museum library is where visitors can read art-related books or rest at the lounge.

Grand opening: May 26, 2011