Kkotgedari Ocean Bridge (꽃게다리)

7.9 Km 5561 2024-02-22

Changgi-ri, Anmyeon-eup, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Inspired by the blue crab, the Kkotgedari Ocean Bridge links Taean's Deureuni Port with Anmyeondo Island's Baeksajang Port. The bridge is decorated with sculptures of blue crab and shrimp,highlighting the region's most significant seafood. It provides spectacular views of the Yellow Sea and sunsets. At night, the bridge is lit up with stunning lights. Nearby, a market offers the opportunity to browse, buy, and taste seafood freshly caught from the Yellow Sea.

Baeksajang Beach (백사장해수욕장)

8.8 Km 28068 2021-07-01

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

Baeksajang Beach is located near Baeksajangpogu Port which is just 4 kilometers southwest of Anmyeon-do Yeonyukgyo Bridge, the bridge connecting the mainland to the island. The beach has a long stretch of shimmering white sand and the ebbing tide creates a different view of the horizon. Though the water level has a large tidal range, the beach's moderate water temperature makes it suitable to swim even in late summer. The beach is 1.2 kilometers long and 300 meters wide, and is made up of fine silica sand.

Baeksajang Beach and the nearby Sambong Beach is one of the major sources of jumbo shrimp. During autumn, crowds come to enjoy the taste of fresh jumbo shrimp. The beach even holds a prawn festival every fall when jumbo shrimp production peaks.

Sambong Beach (삼봉해수욕장)

9.6 Km 11696 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.

Yeonpo Beach (연포해수욕장)

9.8 Km 44628 2022-08-04

43 , Yeonpo 2-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2114

Located on the Taean Coast, Yeonpo Beach has been a popular vacation spot since 1972. Yeonpo Beach is long and curved, providing a magnificent scenery. It is famous for having the longest period of seasonal operation in the country thanks to its relatively high water temperature as a result of the warm currents. The pine groves and oddly shaped rocks along the coastline make for a fine view.

Taeanhaean National Park (태안해안국립공원)

10.1 Km 30370 2022-09-06

9, Gwisil-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-672-9738

Taeanhaean National Park includes nearly 130 islands in the area around Taean-gun, designated as a Slow City. The park has a picturesque landscape with beautiful beaches, rock formations, mountain peaks and sea cliffs. The area (328.99 ㎢) was designated as a national park in October 1978, and at present, nearly 250 different species of plants grow within its boundaries.

Seosan Buseoksa Temple (부석사(서산))

10.7 Km 16153 2021-11-23

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.

Jeonggane Baksok Nakjitang (정가네박속낙지탕)

10.7 Km 22203 2024-02-26

6, Sudeung-gil, Taean-eup, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Jeonggane Baksok Nakjitang is a restaurant specializing in baksok nakjitang (gourd and octopus soup, steamed rice not included) and haemul kalguksku (noodle soup with seafood). Baksok nakjitang (gourd and octopus soup) is a folk dish of Taean, a soup made with octopus sourced from Taean’s tidal flats and calabash. This restaurant uses only the freshest octopus caught from Taean’s tidal flats, so the octopus remains chewy and tender even after boiling. Noodles can be added to the soup. Taean’s proximity to the sea and its extensive tidal flats make seafood from Taean plentiful and delicious.

Seosan Ganworam Hermitage (간월암(서산))

10.9 Km 55318 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)

12.2 Km 17968 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.

Baekhwasan Mountain (Taean) (백화산(태안))

12.3 Km 22012 2024-02-22

41-2 Dongmun-ri, Taean-eup, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Baekhwasan Mountain, standing at 258 meters tall and located north of Taean, is relatively small, allowing for an easy climb. Its name, Baekhwa, is derived from the appearance of the snow-capped mountain, which resembles a white cloth draped over its peak. The mountain is rich in pine trees and rocks and is home to historical sites such as the Rock-carved Standing Buddha Triad in Dongmun-ri, and the Baekhwasanseong Fortress. A suspension bridge spans a cliff on the mountain, and the summit offers a spectacular view of the sunset.

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