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Bangpo Susan (방포수산)

12.8Km    2024-02-28

64, Bangpohang-gil, Anmyeon-eup, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Bangpo Susan serves hoe (sliced raw fish) made with fresh seafood chosen from the massive fish tanks in the shop. One can enjoy a robust meal with a small table charge, particularly the chewy texture of fresh hoe (sliced raw fish) and spicy maeuntang (spicy fish stew). Bangpo Susan is located between Kkotji Beach and Bangpo Port, where one can enjoy fresh hoe (sliced raw fish) with a view of the sea.

Taean Tulip Park (태안 세계튤립꽃박람회)

Taean Tulip Park (태안 세계튤립꽃박람회)

12.8Km    2025-03-16

400 Kkotjihaean-ro, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-507-1497-5536

Taean Tulip Park presents the largest flower festival in Korea and offers excellent photo opportunities. The festival venue is divided into sections, which are decorated in different styles according to the annual theme, allowing visitors to enjoy the sight of colorful tulips among creative and fun backdrops.

Haebial Pool Villa [Korea Quality] 해비알풀빌라 [한국관광 품질인증]

Haebial Pool Villa [Korea Quality] 해비알풀빌라 [한국관광 품질인증]

12.8Km    2023-05-23

29, Bangpo 1-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-10-5377-4900

Haebial Pool Villa is a pension on Anmyeondo Island, Taean, Chungcheongnam-do. Passing behind the accommodation is Noeul-gil, one of Taean’s famous coastal trails, where guests can take long walks through beautiful coastal woodland; while in front of the pension is Bangpo Beach and the blue West Sea, where guests can enjoy beach life, sea bathing, and spectacular sunsets. There is a convenience store on the first floor.

Bangpo Beach (방포해수욕장)

12.8Km    2024-02-22

29-1 Bangpo 1-gil, Anmyeon-eup, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Bangpo Beach, situated on Anmyeondo Island, faces the Yellow Sea and features a gently sloping fine sand shoreline, perfect for both swimming and strolling. It is renowned for housing golden rain trees, designated as a Natural Monument of Korea. Central to the tidal flat are Halmibawi and Harabibawi Rocks. An observatory nearby provides splendid sea views, and Bangpo Port is a source of fresh seafood from the Yellow Sea.

Kkotji Beach (꽃지해수욕장)

Kkotji Beach (꽃지해수욕장)

12.9Km    2024-11-08

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

Kkotji Beach, located in beautiful Anmyeon, features a 5 kilometer stretch of white sand, and attractions like Halbaebawi and Halmaebawi Rocks (Grandpa & Grandma Rocks). Halmaebawi Rock is said to have once been a real woman, Mido, who lived during the Silla period. Her husband was sent on business and never returned. Mido sat by the ocean every day waiting for his return, eventually turning into a stone. Further out to sea, there is a large rock, which naturally earned the nickname of Halbaebawi. Many visitors come to Kkotji Beach all year round to enjoy the beautiful view, and take walks along the beach. The sunset scenery has also become a favorite for photographers.

Island Resom Oasis Sunset Spa (아일랜드 리솜 오아식스 선셋스파)

13.3Km    2021-06-04

204, Kkotjihaean-ro, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-671-7000

Oasis Sunset Spa is located within Island Resom, an oceanview resort on Anmyeondo Island. The resort features an outdoor infinity pool and five other themed spas. The resort is the perfect venue to enjoy the sunset over Kkotji Beach.

Hongseong Gujeoram Hermitage (구절암(홍성))

Hongseong Gujeoram Hermitage (구절암(홍성))

14.0Km    2024-01-18

163 Geobuk-ro 218beon-gil, Guhang-myeon, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Gujeoram Hermitage is located within a bamboo forest on a small mountain. The pathway is winding, without any signs marking the way, but this adds to the charm.

Gwangcheon Cave Salted Shrimp Complex (광천토굴새우젓단지)

Gwangcheon Cave Salted Shrimp Complex (광천토굴새우젓단지)

14.1Km    2024-02-26

119, Gwangcheon-ro, Gwangcheon-eup, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Gwangcheon Cave Salted Shrimp Complex is a collection of shops offering saeujeot (salted shrimp), a specialty of Gwangcheon. Gwangcheon’s proximity to the Yellow Sea makes it a famous place for jeotgal (salted seafood), particularly those made with shrimp. Gwangcheon’s saeujeot (salted shrimp) is stored and aged in a former mine cave tunnel, so it has great quality. There is even an exhibition hall dedicated to Gwangcheon cave salted shrimp. The Gwangcheon Cave Salted Shrimp & Dried Laver Festival is held in October.

Picturesque Arboretum (Gallery in the Garden) [그림같은 수목원(그림이 있는 정원)]

14.2Km    2024-02-26

102-36, Chungseo-ro 400beon-gil, Gwangcheon-eup, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

The Picturesque Arboretum has nearly 1,330 species of plants, including 460 species of trees, with particular emphasis on pine trees. It is home to a Wildflower Garden, Greenhouse, Lotus Garden, Rock Garden, Observatory, Art Museum, Rhododendron Road, Waterfall, Korea Traditional Furniture Exhibition Hall, Nature Ecology Center, and a café.

Gwangcheon Cave Salted Shrimp Market (광천 토굴새우젓시장)

Gwangcheon Cave Salted Shrimp Market (광천 토굴새우젓시장)

14.2Km    2024-02-26

8-20, Gwangcheon-ro 285beon-gil, Gwangcheon-eup, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Gwangcheon Cave Salted Shrimp Market is a traditional market located in Gwangcheon, between Hongseong and Boryeong. Gwangcheon’s proximity to the Yellow Sea makes it a famous place for jeotgal (salted seafood), made using seafood and shrimp caught from the Yellow Sea, and laver seaweed. Gwangcheon’s saeujeot (salted shrimp) is stored and aged in a cave tunnel, so it has great quality. The market also offers agricultural goods, seafood, clothing, and sundry items.