Sangso-dong Forest Park (상소동 산림욕장)

14.1Km 2022-12-26

San 1-1, Sangso-dong, Dong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-251-4771

Sangso-dong Forest Park is located at the point where the foothills of Maninsan Mountain and Sikjangsan Mountain meet. The road to the park is beautifully lined with sycamore trees. The park offers various facilities for enjoying nature and in particular, the stone pagodas placed throughout the park are a must-see. Visitors can stack their own rocks and make wishes relating to family, health, relationships, and more. The park is great for walks, hikes, or even just to relax as wild flowers bloom all throughout spring to fall.

Geumnam Egret Habitat (금남 백로 서식지)

14.3Km 2022-08-25

45-13, Gamseong-gil, Geumnam-myeon, Sejong-si
+82-44-300-5833

The Egret Habitat in Gamgseong-ri covers a small mountain located in Yuseong-gu District. Existing since the Joseon dynasty era, the habitat is home to common herons and cattle egrets. Up to 5,000 birds have been observed at one time. The best time to visit the habitat and see the egrets is between April and May.

Jangtaesan Recreational Forest (장태산자연휴양림)

14.5Km 2024-12-02

461 Jangan-ro, Seo-gu, Daejeon

Jangtaesan Recreational Forest consists of a dense forest of ginkgo trees and bald cypress. Lush valleys nearby make for a great getaway during summer vacation. Yongtaeul Reservoir, located at the entrance, gives beautiful views as well. Inside the natural recreation forest, various facilities including walking paths, physical activity facilities, a botanical garden and bare-foot walking paths are available for visitors.

Donghaksagyegok Valley (동학사계곡)

14.7Km 2024-02-28

327-6 Donghaksa 1-ro, Banpo-myeon, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Donghaksagyegok Valley is a 3.5km-long valley located near Donghaksa Temple within Gyeryongsan National Park in Gongju-si. It is surrounded by lush green forests where wildflowers bloom, and the sound of clear water and birds can always be heard. The valley features attractions such as Donghaksa Temple, Eunseonpokpo Falls, and wild birds. While beautiful in all seasons, it is most stunning during spring when everything is in vibrant green.

Sindo-ri Hanuchon (신도리한우촌)

15.1Km 2021-03-20

4-57, Beonyeong, 11-gil, Eomsa-myeon, Gyeryong-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-42-841-5060

A restaurant run for 35 years by a representative of fermented dishes. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gyeryong-si, Chungcheongnam-do. The most famous menu is grilled Korean beef.

Gongju Donghaksa Temple (동학사(공주))

15.1Km 2020-03-16

462, Donghaksa 1-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-42-825-2570

Located in the east valley of Gyeryongsan Mountain in Hakbong-ri, Banpo-myeon, Gongju, Donghaksa Temple is the first and the oldest existing academic institute for female monks. Home to about 150 monks who study and practice Buddhism, the temple is the most visited spot on all of Gyerongsan Mountain due to its history, convenient location, and visitor facilities.

The elegant structure of the temple is x_heighted by the majestic view of Munpilbong Peak to its front. In the spring, many visitors come to the temple to see the cherry blossom tunnel, a 3 kilometer pathway from Bakjeongja three-way intersection to Donghaksa Temple. Every year since 1993 the temple has also been the venue of the Donghaksa Spring Flower Festival.

Garden of Sky (하늘물빛정원)

15.5Km 2024-06-03

156 Geomhan 1-gil, Chubu-myeon, Geumsan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

A garden filled with wild flowers, exotic plants, and rare trees, Garden of Sky is nestled by Jangsanhosu Pond located at the foothills of Meodeullyeong Pass. The garden also has a wide variety of facilities that cater to visitors' convenience and needs such as a jjimjilbang (Korean sauna), seminar rooms, restaurants, herbal souvenir shop, cafes local food stores, forests, and photo zones.

Aquatic Botanical Garden (수생식물학습원)

15.6Km 2024-11-05

255 Bangoasil-gil, Gunbuk-myeon, Okcheon-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Aquatic Botanical Garden in the beautiful Daecheong Lake Garden is a place where you can see various aquatic plants native to Korea, as well as those from tropical regions. It is often referred to as the most beautiful lakeside garden in Korea. Prior reservations are required for entry, so make sure to book them through the website.

Red Leaf Willow Habitat (왕버드나무군락지)

15.8Km 2024-02-15

Miho-dong, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon

Red Leaf Willow Habitat is located near Daechung Dam and Geumgang Lohas Daecheong Park, along the Geumgang River. This area is ideal for photography, offering stunning views during sunrise and sunset, with sunlight and mist creating a picturesque scene. The decaying wood of the trees in the wetland area can even emit light on its own during the nighttime.

Kong Daebak (콩대박)

15.9Km 2024-02-20

9 Daebak-gil, Geumnam-myeon, Sejong-si

Kong Daebak is a restaurant specializing in soybean-based dishes. There are two menu options: kongseobang bapsang and konggaksi bapsang. Kongseobang bapsang includes dishes like doenjang jjigae (soybean paste jjigae), salad, kong jeon (soybean pancake), suyuk (boiled pork slices), mushroom dishes, jangajji (pickled vegetable), and dessert. Adding dishes like kkaennip jeon (pan-fried battered perilla leaves) and dubu jeongol (bean curd hot pot) turns it into konggaksi bapsang. Since the food is prepared on the same day, advance reservations are essential.

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