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Currency Museum of Korea (화폐박물관)

Currency Museum of Korea (화폐박물관)

7.2Km    2019-03-18

80-67, Gwahak-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-870-1000

The Currency Museum of Korea is the first museum in Korea to be dedicated solely to modern and ancient currencies. The museum (est. 1988) is operated by the Mint Corporation of Korea as part of its non-profit public services and is open to visitors free of charge with a view of increasing public knowledge of the nation’s currency. The museum features a total of 120,000 pieces including: coins currently in use both in Korea and overseas; coins from modern times (from the Late Joseon Dynasty until today); 80 types of commemorative coins; 88 types of ‘special money’; postage stamps, and other materials.

Exhibition Room 1 presents a wide selection of coins from both ancient eras and modern times, with many of the coins dating back to the Goryeo and Joseon dynasties. Coins on display in this room include Geonwonjungbo (996), the first coin ever minted in Korea; Haedongwonbo (1097); and Sangpyeongtongbo, the most widely used coin during the Joseon Dynasty. Other displays include commemorative coins from past Olympics, special coins, charms, amulets and Lydian currency, the world’s first-ever alloy coin minted around 670 BC.

Exhibition Room 2 (Exhibition of Bills) displays a wide variety of bills by era as well as information detailing the production process of a banknote (from the manufacturing of the paper used to the finished product). Exhibition Room 3 shows how authorities spot counterfeit money while Exhibition Room 4 has a wide selection of stamps, medals, and currencies from over 120 different countries around the world including Russia and North Korea.

Imjingang Jangeo (임진강장어)

7.3Km    2024-02-14

143 Munhwawon-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

Imjingang Jangeo specializes in charcoal-grilled eels, with the highlight being hanbang jangeo sogeum gui (grilled salted eel with medicinal herbs). This dish features thick, large eels expertly grilled over charcoal and accompanied by soy sauce. It's presented with vegetables for wraps and a variety of side dishes including salad, chopped ginger, garlic, crispy deep-fried eel bones, and kimchi. Another popular dish is the spicy and sweet gochujang yangnyeom gui (grilled red chili paste marinated eel), which pairs excellently with janchi guksu (banquet noodles) served in a light, savory broth.

Taepyeong Sogukbap (태평소국밥)

Taepyeong Sogukbap (태평소국밥)

7.4Km    2024-02-28

50 Oncheondong-ro 65beon-gil, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

Taepyeong Sogukbap, situated near Yuseong Hot Springs, is a restaurant renowned for its gukbap (rice soup). The highlight of the menu is the sogukbap (beef rice soup). This dish is characterized by a broth crafted through simmering beef and radish, providing a clean and rich taste. Its hanu yuksashimi (sliced raw Korean beef) enjoyed with seasoned oil, and someori suyuk (boiled beef head slices) prepared on a hot stone plate are also popular among patrons.

Hotel Interciti (호텔 인터시티)

Hotel Interciti (호텔 인터시티)

7.4Km    2021-02-05

92, Oncheon-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-600-6000

Hotel Interciti is located along a tributary of the Geumgang River in Bongmyeong-dong, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon and offers a wide open view of the city. It has gained an excellent reputation for providing comfortable and convenient services to travelers. The hotel is equipped with natural hot springs and Korean and Western restaurants, as well as various banquet halls. High speed internet is available in each of the hotel's guestrooms.

Kyeryong Spatel Mallijangseong (계룡스파텔 만리장성)

Kyeryong Spatel Mallijangseong (계룡스파텔 만리장성)

7.5Km    2024-03-18

81 Oncheon-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-602-1433

Mallijangseong features a Chinese restaurant located within the Kyeryong Spatel, a leisure facility in Daejeon Yuseong Hot Springs. It offers delicious dishes like jjajangmyeon (black bean sauce noodles) and jjamppong (spicy seafood noodle soup), sticking to the basics of Chinese cuisine. Dining after relaxing in the hot springs enhances the experience. The menu includes not only à la carte options but also lunch specials and course meals, providing a diverse selection.

Ganamji (가남지)

Ganamji (가남지)

7.5Km    2024-03-04

588 Daedeok-daero, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-861-7557

Ganamji is an Asian cuisine restaurant located within the Daedeok Research Complex. Specializing in Vietnamese cuisine as its main offering, it also features a variety of Southeast Asian dishes from Thailand, southern China, and other regions, depending on the season. The signature dishes include ssalguksu (rice noodles) and pineapple bokkeumbap (pineapple fried rice). Known for its generous portions and quality ingredients, it enjoys popularity among locals.

Ttiul Seokgalbi Yuseong Branch (띠울 석갈비)

Ttiul Seokgalbi Yuseong Branch (띠울 석갈비)

7.5Km    2024-03-28

1 Gyeryong-ro 141beon-gil, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

Ttiul Seokgalbi is a restaurant specializing in seokgalbi (stone-grilled galbi). The menu includes seokgalbi, galbitang (galbi soup), and naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles). Seokgalbi features meat grilled over charcoal and served on a hot stone plate. Customers can choose between beef and pork. The meat is seasoned, offering a sweet and savory flavor that is enjoyable for everyone.

Invention Education Center (발명교육센터 창의발명체험관)

7.5Km    2020-07-06

82, Gwahak-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-601-4458

The Invention Education Center offers an experience room, experience hall, lecture rooms, and various other facilities throughout four floors. Visitors can learn about top inventors and their inventions in each area. The education programs are conducted by researchers from Daedeok Innopolis, members of the board of examiners of the Korea Industrial Property Office, professors from top universities and more. With their vast knowledge and experience, the lecturers help to cultivate students' ingenuity and competitive spirit.

The Invention Education Center aims to help students understand inventions better through the use of fun and playful experiences. The experiences are divided into four themes, including "Click, Imagination Icon," "View Imagination's Strength," "The Fruit of Imagination," and "Imagination is Reality."

Legend Hotel (레전드호텔)

Legend Hotel (레전드호텔)

7.6Km    2024-07-17

21, Gyeryong-ro 141beon-gil, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-042-229-8000

Legend Hotel located in Yuseong Hot Springs Special Tourist Zone is a world-class hotel with five basement floors and eleven ground floors. The hotel has various experience zones including Geumsan Insam ginseng, Boryeong mud and more as well as a germanium hot springs to relieve any stress. The hotel has comfortable guestrooms, a large banquet hall, a coffee shop and restaurants.

Artbox - Chungnam Nat’l Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 충남대)

Artbox - Chungnam Nat’l Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 충남대)

7.6Km    2024-04-18

1F, 35, Daehak-ro 151beon-gil, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

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