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Sambong Beach (삼봉해수욕장)

Sambong Beach (삼봉해수욕장)

12.3Km    2022-07-29

Anmyeon-eup, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691

Sambong Beach is located to the south of the bridge that connects Nammyeon and Anmyeon-eup. The beach stretches 3.8 kilometers and has a x_width of 300 meters. The beach gently slopes down at a 6° angle and has an average water depth of 1.5 meters with a temperature of 22° C. The three Sambong Rocks, the Haedanghwa flower (plena) and the rich pine forests are just a few of the beautiful and magnificent features of this beach. Also, the beach attracts many visitors during summer because it has convenient transportation making it easily accessible.

Seosan Buseoksa Temple (부석사(서산))

12.7Km    2024-12-03

243 Buseoksa-gil, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-662-3824

Located on Dobisan Mountain in Seosan, Chungcheongnam-do, Buseoksa Temple was built by the Great Monk Uisang in 677, the 17th year of King Munmu of Silla, and was later rebuilt by Great Monk Muhak during the Joseon dynasty. The temple houses eight seated Buddha statues and attracts many visitors due to its magnificent surrounding scenery.

Padori Beach (파도리해수욕장)

Padori Beach (파도리해수욕장)

14.3Km    2024-10-21

490-85 Mohangpado-ro, Sowon-myeon, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Padori Beach, located at the westernmost point of the Taeanbando Peninsula, overlooks the Yellow Sea. It features both a sandy shore and a pebble beach composed of small, rounded pebbles eroded by the sea, known as haeok. Collecting haeok for personal use is forbidden; however, they are available for purchase at the showroom. North of the beach, a wave-formed cave can be found. Sea bathing at the beach is permitted exclusively from July to August. Additionally, there is a campground nestled within the pine forest.

Seosan Ganworam Hermitage (간월암(서산))

14.6Km    2023-01-02

119-29, Ganwoldo 1-gil, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-668-6624

Ganworam is a small hermitage located in Ganwoldo-ri in Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do. Ganworam Hermitage was created by the Great Monk Muhak, the monk to King Taejo of the Joseon dynasty. The name of the hermitage is directly tied with Muhak himself as it is said Muhak became enlightened while meditating under the moon (wol means moon in Korean) at this hermitage. At low tide, Ganworam Hermitage is connected to shore via a natural walkway, but at high tide, the walkway is submerged and the hermitage becomes an island. At night time, in particular, the hermitage and its surrounding islets create a breathtaking view as the moonlight reflects off the sea.

Anmyeon Beach (안면 해수욕장)

15.1Km    2021-06-30

Jeongdang-ri, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691

Anmyeon Beach is a 10-minute drive away from Yeonyukgyo Bridge, located in southern Taean. The way to the beach is led by sceneries of mountains and rice paddies. Upon arrival, the view gets replaced with a wide-open sandy beach with small islets scattered across the ocean. Anmyeon Beach is also a popular site for rock fishing and catching clams and baby crabs at low tide.

Seosan Palbongsan Mountain (팔봉산(서산))

Seosan Palbongsan Mountain (팔봉산(서산))

16.8Km    2021-04-30

Yanggil-ri, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-662-2004

Palbongsan Mountain stretches out like a folding screen and stands high with great spirit. It is known that the mountain was named Palbong (“eight peaks” in Korean) because of its eight peaks standing in a row. There are actually nine peaks, but the smallest was not included. Legend says the smallest weeps over its exclusion at the end of every December. The third peak is the highest, standing at 362 meters with a beautiful view and crisp air, making it ideal for hiking (3-hour course) and resting at the top. There is another mountain of the same name in Hongcheon, so this mountain is usually referred to as “Seosan Palbongsan.”

AR Surf (에이알서프)

AR Surf (에이알서프)

16.8Km    2024-06-03

108-16 Mallipo 1-gil, Sowon-myeon, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

AR Surf is an surf center located at the midpoint of Mallip Beach for anyone interested in surfing. Thanks to the gentle and pleasant waves, Mallipo Beach has gained much attention among surfers as a surfing beach. AR Surf has certified professionals who offer surfing lessons at an affordable rate. It also has an exquisite surf shop, a spacious parking lot, a snack bar, and a resting spot, providing everything a surfer needs to hit the waters. They also offer a experience package, which includes a lesson session, an equipment rental kit and free activity time for enjoying surfing.

Mallipo Beach (만리포해수욕장)

Mallipo Beach (만리포해수욕장)

16.9Km    2024-03-15

138 Mallipo 2-gil, Sowon-myeon, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691

Mallipo Beach, located in Taean, is a C-shaped, flat sandy beach with shallow waters, making it ideal for swimming and various water sports during the summer. Adjacent to the beach, a pine forest provides a perfect spot for camping. Numerous nearby shops offer accommodations and fresh seafood. Additionally, the observatory offers spectacular views of the West Sea and its stunning sunsets.

Cheollipo Arboretum (천리포수목원)

Cheollipo Arboretum (천리포수목원)

17.5Km    2025-03-15

187, Cheollipo 1-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-672-9982

Cheollipo Arboretum is located on the tip of the Taean peninsula, and was founded by Min Byung-gal (Carl Ferris Miller), the "blue-eyed Korean." Min purchased the land in 1962 and starting in 1970, many trees were planted in earnest. At that time, the park was only open to experts in related fields and members who helped fund the arboretum. In 2009, select sections of the arboretum were finally opened to the general public. The arboretum features more than 16,830 kinds of plants (as of October 2022), including holly, magnolia, camelia, and maple trees, as well as five varieties of Rose of Sharon, the national flower.

Cheollipo Beach (천리포해수욕장)

Cheollipo Beach (천리포해수욕장)

17.6Km    2021-10-01

265-3, Cheollipo 1-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691

Cheollipo Beach is among the many beaches located within Taeanhaean National Park. It is located 2 kilometers north of Mallipo Beach, a well-known beach in Taean. Another 2 kilometers north is Baengnipo Beach. The beaches in the park are characterized by shallow waters that are 1~2 meters deep with a 1-kilometer beach shore. In particular, Cheollipo Beach is noted as an amazing sunset spot, making it a popular attraction regardless of swimming season.