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Bonggoksa Temple (봉곡사)

Bonggoksa Temple (봉곡사)

13.8 Km    7208     2021-05-15

138, Dosong-ro 632beon-gil, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-543-4004

Surrounded by lush wildlife Bonggoksa Temple is located alongside the northeast valley in Bongsusan Mountain in Namdan, Songak-myeon. Both Daeeungjeon and Hyanggakjeon sit facing east, and to the north, is the large Yosache (residence for Buddhist monks). Behind the residence, an area has been leveled down for a restroom and storehouse. And Samseongak (a building where three saints are worshipped) is situated on top of the mound to the south of the temple. Although Samseongak was constructed in recent years, both Daeungjeon and Yosache are identified in the restored record that was found by Buddhist monk, Seobong in 1891. The temple has gained renown for being the place where Saint Mangong attained his Buddhist awakening and recited Odoseong, the zen poetry in July, 1895.

The Independence Hall of Korea (독립기념관)

The Independence Hall of Korea (독립기념관)

14.3 Km    53989     2023-08-22

1, Dongnipginyeomgwan-ro, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

The Independence Hall of Korea collects, preserves, displays, and researches Korean historical documents and relics from the past to the present, focusing on the independence movements during the Japanese colonial period. The Independence Hall officially opened on the anniversary of Independence Day in 1987 thanks to donations from the public.

CU - Nam Seoul University Student Union Hall Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (cu남서울대학생회관점)

14.6 Km    0     2024-06-26

B1F, 91, Daehak-ro, Seonghwan-eup, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

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Pinnacle Land Spring Flowers Festival (피나클랜드 튤립/수선화 축제)

Pinnacle Land Spring Flowers Festival (피나클랜드 튤립/수선화 축제)

14.7 Km    3     2023-05-16

20-42 , Wolseon-gil, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-41-541-2582

Spring has bloomed in Pinnacle Land. Pinnacle Land wakes up from a long winter sleep and spring is in full bloom. A feast of tulips dressed in fancy clothes and daffodils showing off their graceful figure. Visitors can feel the mood under the spring sky of the mountains and 500,000 tulips/daffodils grown by hand with the villagers in Pinnacle Land. Some events may be changed or canceled depending on on-site conditions.

Sono Belle Cheonan Ocean Adventure (소노벨 천안 오션어드벤처)

15.1 Km    32827     2024-06-05

200 Jonghaphyuyangji-ro, Seongnam-myeon, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Sono Belle Cheonan Ocean Adventure is an expansive water park attached to the Sono Belle Cheonan resort. Inspired by renowned historical sites found in Rome, Venice, and Spain, the park delivers a unique thematic experience. The facility is divided into three main areas: the indoor zone, the outdoor zone, and the hot springs section, providing entertainment and relaxation for all seasons. Guests can enjoy a variety of thrilling rides, including the Tornado Pool, Speed Racing, Body Bowl Slide, Wild Extreme River, and the Viking Tower.

Glory Condominium (도고 글로리콘도)

Glory Condominium (도고 글로리콘도)

15.7 Km    5159     2020-04-23

124-23, Dogooncheon-ro, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Glory Condominium opened in 1992 and situated at the Dogo Hot Spring region, offering a wide open view of the Dogosan Mountain foot and spacious plain over the windows. It also has several notable attractions nearby, namely Hyeonchungsa Shrine, The Independence Hall of Korea, Sudeoksa Temple, and more. Visitors traveling with families can also engage in mud experience programs at nearby Oemok Village.

Paradise Spa Dogo (파라다이스 스파도고)

Paradise Spa Dogo (파라다이스 스파도고)

15.8 Km    42667     2024-06-05

176 Dogooncheon-ro, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Paradise Spa Dogo is the ideal recuperation hot spring. Opened by Paradise Group, this spa is a large-scale leisure facility in the heart of the hot spring center of Asan, Chungcheongnam-do. Boasting a relaxing environment of 24,622 ㎡, the spa can comfortably accommodate up to 5,000 people maximum.

The facility includes a bade pool for water massage treatments, a large pool with year-round warm sulfur hot spring water, and a variety of water recreation options. Particularly popular is the outdoor event spa, which operates with seasonal themes.

Those visiting over the weekend can also participate in kimchi-making, persimmon-picking, and farm life programs. A spa visit can also be combined with a trip to one of the many nearby tourist attractions such as Hyeonchungam Hermitage, Oeamni Folk Village, Onyang Folk Museum, Sinjeongho Lake, and the Maeng Sa-seong House.

Asan-si Hot Springs Special Tourist Zone (아산시 온천 관광특구)

Asan-si Hot Springs Special Tourist Zone (아산시 온천 관광특구)

16.0 Km    17273     2024-03-15

1459 Oncheon-daero, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-540-2689

The Asan-si Hot Springs Special Tourist Zone encompasses three major hot springs: Onyang, Dogo, and Asan Hot Springs. Onyang Hot Springs is the oldest hot springs complex in Korea, and Dogo Hot Springs is famous as a therapeutic destination. Asan Hot Springs is situated north of Asan and features a unique water park that utilizes the natural hot springs water. All three locations are equipped with hotels that provide guests with direct access to the therapeutic waters.

Dogo oncheon Station (도고온천역)

16.2 Km    451     2016-11-30

304, Oncheon-daero, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Dogo oncheon Station opened in June 15, 1922 as Seonjang Station and was relocated to its current location in 2007.

Gongseri Catholic Church (아산 공세리성당)

16.3 Km    16733     2021-10-22

10, Gongseriseongdang-gil, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-533-8181

Gongseri Catholic Church was founded in 1894 as the main parish of the Daejeon diocese in Gongse-ri, Inju-myeon that connects Asanman Bay to Sapgyocheon Stream. Early missionaries originally used a common house for church meetings in the early years until in 1897 when a rectory was built, followed by the establishment of the main church in 1922. This was the first Catholic church in Chungcheongnam-do and the religion spread across Anseong, Onyang, and Dunpo to establish regional churches respectively. The grounds have three graves of prosecuted martyrs, a parish and rectory, retreat house, and meeting room. The premises is surrounded by beautiful views of a lush forest.