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Yesan Hwaamsa Temple (화암사 (예산)

16.6 Km    7473     2020-04-04

21-29, Yonggung 1-gil, Yesan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-332-9250

Hwaamsa Temple is located near Joseon dynasty's scholar and writer Kim Jeong-hui's, also referred to his pen name Chusa, house. The temple has ties with the ancient writer, as the temple is known to have been repaired and renovated by Kim Jeong-hui's great grandfather. There are no records that explains the foundation of Hwaamsa Temple, and only a timeline of its reconstruction can be found in "Records of Hwaamsa Temple Restoration" plaque, which is displayed in Sudeoksa Temple Museum. The timeline was recorded by Kim Myeong-hee in 1848, and written by Kim Seong-hee, and carved by Cho Seok-shin. The name "Hwaamsa" was given by King Yeongjo (r. 1724-1776).

Vuehotel[Korea Quality] / 뷰호텔스탠다드[한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

Vuehotel[Korea Quality] / 뷰호텔스탠다드[한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

16.6 Km    197     2020-12-10

13, Budaejungang-gil, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-553-1791

Located in Cheonan, South Chungcheong Province, Vue Hotel Standard is extremely accessible because of its proximity to Cheonan Bus Terminal and Seoul Subway Line 1 Dujeong Station. It is a good base for exploring the Cheonan city center and nearby tourist sites like Asan’s Onyang Hot Springs or Osan’s Mulhyanggi Arboretum via subway. Vue Hotel Standard has 1 floor underground, 5 floors aboveground, and 23 rooms. Twin rooms can accommodate two to three travelers, while the Double room can accommodate up to four. The Vue Hotel Standard has a distinct feature, with all of its rooms managed with CESCO Air Care that maintains the optimal conditions of the rooms for the guest’s comfort and hygiene. Moreover, all rooms are furnished with modern and refined interior designs, high-quality mattresses, and 60-thread cotton down comforters. Amenities include a dressing table, minibar, an electric kettle, hairdryer, and toiletries. Moreover, the hotel offers shared facilities like the conference room, shared PC, and free-for-use laundromats for business travelers. The hotel also offers complimentary breakfast, which serves bread, salad, coffee, milk, or a Korean-style breakfast depending on the day.

Cheonan Three-way Intersection Park (천안삼거리공원)

Cheonan Three-way Intersection Park (천안삼거리공원)

16.7 Km    22108     2021-03-11

410, Chungjeol-ro, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-550-2445

The Cheonan Three-way Intersection Park (Cheonan Samgeori Park) used to be a three-way junction that divides into the road to Seoul in the north; Daegu, Gyeongju, and Dongnae in the southeast; and Jeonju, Gwangju, and Mokpo in the southwest. In the Joseon dynasty, the intersection served as a major division point, with travelers of different classes, from wealthy officials to humble scholars, stopping by to take a break on their way. Many legends and enjoyable folk songs, known as heungtaryeong, originated from this area. This significant junction was developed into a park by planting trees, rearranging facilities, and holding cultural events to honor the site's history and attract visitors.

Pyeongtaekho Art Park (평택호예술공원)

Pyeongtaekho Art Park (평택호예술공원)

17.2 Km    0     2024-04-02

167 Pyeongtaekho-gil, Hyeondeok-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do

Pyeongtaekho is a lake that flows to the western sea. Pyeongtaekho Art Park is located along side it. Sculptures are spread throughout the park, creating a pleasant atmosphere for visitors to stroll and enjoy the art. The Ji Young-hee Gugak Center and Haegum Bench have been built to commemorate Ji Young-hee's (1909-1980) achievements as a national intangible cultural heritage who pioneered the popularization and globalization of Korean traditional music. The Korea Soriter Arts Center has an outdoor performance hall and a library dedicated to traditional Korean music.

Korean Modern Music Hall (한국근현대음악관)

Korean Modern Music Hall (한국근현대음악관)

17.2 Km    1     2024-04-02

147 Pyeongtaekho-gil, Hyeondeok-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-8024-8683

Korean Modern Music Hall, located at The Korea Soriter Arts Center in Pyeongtaekho Tourist Complex, is the first cultural complex dedicated to modern Korean music, serving as a museum, library, and archive. It has made a name for itself as Korea's representative music institution, bringing together Korean and Western music, modern and contemporary music, as well as the public and the people. It is an organization that arranges various events to help people view and comprehend history in new ways through a perspective of "music" with its collections related to different fields, including anti-Japanese and pro-Japanese music, the independence movement, music instruction, music from North Korea and Japan, and modern pop music. 

Pyeongtaek Water Light Festival (평택호 물빛축제)

Pyeongtaek Water Light Festival (평택호 물빛축제)

17.2 Km    10298     2024-07-25

147 Pyeongtaekho-gil, Hyeondeok-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-8053-3545

The Pyeongtaek Water Light Festival takes place at Pyeongtaekho Lake with many programs under the themes of water and light. The fireworks show is a must-see highlight.

Hapdeokje Reservoir (합덕제)

17.5 Km    0     2023-07-17

395 Hapdeok-ri, Hapdeok-eup, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Hapdeokje is a reservoir located in Dangjin, Chungcheongnam-do. Designated as a Chungcheongnam-do Monument in 1989, it is known to have been built in the late Unified Silla period for the irrigation of Yedang Plain (Sodeulgangmun Gate). It attracts many tourists in spring with cherry blossoms and canola flower blossoms and in summer with lotus flowers in full bloom. The Hapdeokje Ecotourism Experience Center (opened in 2021) and Hapdeok Folk Irrigation Museum are located nearby, so you can stop by when traveling in the area.

Hamdeok Catholic Church (합덕성당)

Hamdeok Catholic Church (합덕성당)

17.5 Km    752     2023-06-22

16 , Hapdeokseongdang 2-gil, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Hamdeok Catholic Church was built in 1929 in the gothic style. The church started out as Yangchon Catholic Church in Sanggung-ri, but was moved to the current location by the priest, and renamed Hamdeok Catholic Church. The name was later changed to New Apdeok Catholic Church before being returned to the current Hamdeok Catholic Church.

Nogwon (녹원)

Nogwon (녹원)

17.6 Km    6671     2019-06-11

140, Yuryang-ro, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
82-41-555-3531

This traditional Korean restaurant has a history of 20 years and includes facilities suitable for special occasions like 1st and 60th birthday parties. It has a large parking lot and rooms of different sizes where you can dine comfortably in private.

Mega Mart - Cheonan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (메가마트 천안점)

Mega Mart - Cheonan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (메가마트 천안점)

18.0 Km    0     2024-04-22

1348, Cheonan-daero, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

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