Restaurant Gomgol (곰골식당)

18.2 Km 0 2024-01-09

1-2 Bonghwangsan 1-gil, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do

This renowned restaurant in Gongju is always bustling. Upon passing through its old, time-honored main gate, one is greeted by a tastefully minimalist garden leading to the eatery itself. The restaurant boasts a carefully selected main menu, offering just three specialty dishes: charcoal-grilled spicy pork, grilled fish, and braised cutlassfish. Each meal is accompanied by an abundant array of ssam (wrap) vegetables and delicious side dishes, available for unlimited refills at the self-service bar. The charcoal-grilled spicy pork is expertly cooked for immediate enjoyment, without the need for diners to grill it themselves. The smoky aroma of the charcoal complements the subtle seasonings perfectly. The grilled fish offers a delightful contrast with its crispy skin and succulent flesh. An additional perk is the option to order single servings of all menu items.

Manghyang Bibimguksu Sejong Branch (망향비빔국수 세종)

18.3 Km 124 2024-03-20

4 Bareun 7-gil, Sejong-si
+82-44-864-2042

Manghyang Bibimguksu is a Korean noodle specialty restaurant located in Sejong Administrative City. Its signature dish is bibim guksu (spicy noodles), which is spicy noodles mixed with a special sauce. Additionally, they offer other dishes such as janchi guksu (banquet noodles), mandu, kimchi mandutguk (kimchi mandu soup), and dongaseu (pork cutlet). Nearby, there's the Ogarnangtteul Neighborhood Park, providing a pleasant setting for a meal and a stroll.

Place Flora (플레이스플로라)

18.3 Km 0 2024-02-15

57-54 Hoenam-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Place Flora is a dining café featuring a greenhouse made of glass. Functioning as both a café and an Italian restaurant, it offers a range of dining options including margherita pizza, pasta, and risotto, along with a variety of beverage choices. Located near Daecheong Dam, the café boasts beautiful scenery, making it an ideal spot for a drive and a relaxing meal.

Haposeowon Confucian Academy (합호서원)

18.3 Km 4397 2022-08-18

262-6, Wonhapgang 1-gil, Yeondong-myeon, Sejong
+82-44-330-5832

Registered as Cultural Heritage Material, Haposeowon Confucian Academy is where the spiritual tablet of An Hyang, a respected scholar during the Goryeo period, is enshrined. The academy was founded in 1716 by the scholar's descendants, who held regular memorial services until a royal order to close down most seowon institutions was made in the late Joseon dynasty. In 1949, Haposeowon Confucian Academy was rebuilt as an affiliated institution with the consent of 218 local Confucian schools nationwide.

Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage] (공주 공산성 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

18.5 Km 42027 2024-03-15

280 Ungjin-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-856-7700

Gongsanseong Fortress is a fortification situated at the heart of Gongju, which served as the capital of the ancient Baekje kingdom (18 BCE - 660 CE) from 475 to 538. Even after Baekje's fall, subsequent dynasties such as Silla (57 BCE - 935 CE), Goryeo (918-1392), and Joseon (1392-1897) continued to use Gongju as a regional administrative center. As a result, numerous historical sites have accumulated in the area over time. From the fortress, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Gongju’s city center and the Geumgang River.

Gongju Sanseong Market (공주산성시장)

18.5 Km 0 2024-06-05

22 Yongdang-gil, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Opened in 1937, this expansive market features a variety of items across its five sections. It’s conveniently located near tourist attractions like Gongju National Museum, Gongsanseong Fortress, and Tomb of King Muryeong. The arcade-style roof allows for comfortable exploration in any weather or season. The Food Alley offers an irresistible selection of local delicacies, making it hard to choose from options like gimbap, banquet noodles, and bulgogi. Not to be missed are Gongju’s specialties: chestnut makgeolli (rice wine) and chestnut sweet rice cake, made from local chestnuts.

Himart - Gongju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 공주점)

18.7 Km 0 2024-04-18

51, Beonyeong 1-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do

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Guard-Changing Ceremony of Woongjinseong Fortress (웅진성수문병 근무교대식)

18.8 Km 2090 2022-12-21

280, Woongjin-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-41-856-7700

The Guard-Changing Ceremony of Woongjinseong Fortress takes place at Gongsanseong Fortress, a part of the Baekje Historic Areas which is a desginated UNESCO's World Heritage Site. The ceremony reenacts the service of the guards defending the castle, using costumes and props based on the strict analysis of the historical records. The ceremony is held every Saturday and Sunday from April to November except during hot summer season of June to August, and conducted every day during the Baekje Culture Festival in the fall. The event includes martial art performances and various experiences as well as the main ceremony, aiming at promoting Gongju-si, where the Baekje culture flourished, and its valuable heritage Gongsanseong Fortress.

Gomanaru 1999 (고마나루1999)

18.8 Km 8874 2024-02-28

5-8 Baengmigoeul-gil, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-857-9999

Gomanaru 1999 is a Korean restaurant located near Gongsanseong Fortress. Their menu features a single set meal called gomanaru bapsang (rice and side dishes), which includes a hearty spread of pot rice, boiled pork slices, grilled marinated pork shoulder, and grilled dried pollack. Using rice from Gongju, the rice is flavorful and nourishing, complemented by fresh vegetables from Jirisan Mountain, making for a healthy meal. Rice is considered a staple in Korean cuisine, and Jirisan Mountain is renowned as a pristine region, making the food here particularly special.

Baekje Cultural Festival (백제문화제 )

18.9 Km 32005 2024-07-17

368 Geumbyeok-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
Gongju: +82-41-840-8090 Buyeo: +82-41-830-2208

Baekje Cultural Festival first started in 1955 and aims to bring the history and culture of the Baekje era to life, taking place at UNESCO-recognized sites throughout Gongju and Buyeo.

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