Eoreumgol Hanok Pension [Korea Quality] / 얼음골 한옥펜션&캠핑장 [한국관광 품질인증]

11.8 Km 10913 2022-04-05

11-12, Hayangjian-gil, Sannae-myeon, Miryang-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-10-7100-6203

Surrounded by the beautiful natural environment between Gajisan Provincial Park and Unmunsan Mountain National Park, Eoreumgol Hanok Pension is a traditional hanok pension that offers three guest rooms. The area around Sannae-myeon, Miryang-si where Eoleumgol Hanok Pension is located is over 1,000 meters above sea level, which is why it gained the nickname of "Yeongnam Alps." Eoreumgol Hanok Pension is also located 400 meters above sea level. In the open front yard, you can see a magnificent view of wavy mountain ridges. There are three guest rooms available. One guest house can accommodate up to six guests. The pension was constructed according to the traditional hanok architectural method. The walls are coated with red clay, and hemp cloth mixed with red clay and charcoal powder is put on the ground. From the window bars to doors and rafters, the beauty and charm of hanok is visible everywhere. You can feel healing simply by staying inside the rooms. Although the pension is comprised of hanok houses, it is equipped with modern kitchens and bathrooms for convenience. There is an outdoor swimming pool in front of the front yard. The pension had a separate outdoor barbecue area and you can enjoy traditional games like trundling along a loop, jegi-chagi (hacky sack), and tuho (arrow-throwing). A nearby orchard offers an apple picking program in the harvest season, and the chestnut picking event that takes place in the 16,000+ m2 chestnut forest beyond the pension is open for all guests for free. Eoreumgol Hanok Pension also operates an outdoor camping site.

Seongnamsa Temple (석남사 울산)

11.9 Km 19404 2020-03-17

557, Seongnam-ro, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-264-8900

The name of the temple is believed to have originated from the fact that it is located south of Gajisan Mountain or Seokansan Mountain. Built in 824 A.D. (during the 16th year of King Heondeok’s reign), the temple was destroyed during the Japanese Invasions of Korea (1592-1598) and rebuilt in 1674 (during the 15th year of King Hyeongjong’s reign). Since then, it has gone through rebuilding several times. Consisting of 30 buildings, the temple is home to many Buddhist nuns.

Seongnamsa Three Story Pagoda (Local Tangible Cultural Property No. 5) was built in 824 A.D. by Monk Doui, reflecting his wish of protecting the country from foreign invasions. The pagoda was initially placed in front of Daeungjeon, but moved to the current location in 1973. Other notable relics in the temple include the Statue of Monk Doui (National Treasure No. 369), Three Story Sarira Pagoda, and Stone Water Tank (Cultural Property Material No. 4).

Vanastha (Healing in Ulju) (와나스타(울주에서 치유하다))

12.2 Km 0 2024-01-10

207 Daeam 1-gil, Eonyang-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

Vanastha, located in the forest inside Daeam Dam in Ulju-gun, is a forest yoga house that means "stay in the forest." For modern people who lack time to look back on their bodies in their tired daily lives, it provides time to fully focus on themselves with proper breathing, meditation, and Hatha yoga. Here, one can hear the sounds of nature, feel nature, and experience of becoming one with nature and the universe, only in nature. It offers a one-day class and a yoga meditation program on Saturday mornings. Private session option is available for a group of four or more people with a reservation in advance.

Unmunsan County Park (운문산군립공원)

12.3 Km 22506 2022-09-06

Unmun-myeon, Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-370-6114

Unmunsan Mountain (1,118 meters) is one of the seven mountains rising over 1,000 meters above sea level in the Yeongnam Alps in the Taebaeksanmaek Mountain Range. Unmunsan Mountain features dense groves, attracting a large number of hikers. From the summit, one can get a great view of the golden reeds on Cheonhwangsan Mountain to the south, and the ridges of Gajisan Mountain to the east.

There are various sized temples and hermitages on the mountain, nestled among a splendid landscape. Unmunsa Temple is situated at the foot of the mountain on the northern side. It was built by Sinseung in the 18th year of the reign of King Jinheung (557) of the Silla Kingdom. Though some buildings burned down during the Imjin War, the Obaengnahanjeon Hall and Gwaneumjeon Hall have been preserved in their original state. The dense groves of pine trees and fir trees add to the tranquility of the beautiful scenery. In the temple, seven treasures are kept, including the Stone Lantern at Geumdang Hall (Treasure). The historic relics date back to the Silla kingdom and Goryeo dynasty.

Hongnyongsa Temple (Yangsan) (홍룡사(양산))

13.8 Km 24611 2024-02-23

372 Hongnyong-ro, Sangbuk-myeon, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Hongnyongsa Temple, situated on Cheonseongsan Mountain, is renowned for its stunning natural scenery and rich historical traditions. Nearby, Hongnyongpokpo Falls, also known as Mujigaepokpo Falls (Rainbow Falls), captivates tourists with its splendid and invigorating waterfalls. Nestled within lush forests, the temple features a variety of intriguing structures, such as the Gwaneumjeon Hall, the Great Medicine Buddha, and the Sansingak Shrine.

Juklim Sanbang (죽림산방)

13.9 Km 20355 2024-02-26

13 Daeseok 2-gil, Sangbuk-myeon, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Juklim Sanbang is a Korean restaurant located near the entrance of Hongnyongsa Temple in Yangsan. They focus on health-conscious cooking, incorporating medicinal herbs and herbal-infused water in all their dishes. The restaurant's standout offering is the Juklim jeongsik (Juklim set menu), a comprehensive meal featuring a variety of items, including salad and grilled fish. To stimulate the appetite before the main menu, sansam (wild ginseng) and doraji jeonggwa (braised bellflower root in sweet sauce) are served. For a delightful conclusion, sungnyung (scorched rice soup) is offered as dessert.

Seokgolsa Temple (석골사)

14.8 Km 20567 2024-02-23

167 Wonseo 3-gil, Sannae-myeon, Miryang-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Seokgolsa Temple, located on Unmunsan Mountain in Miryang, is surrounded by a series of peaks including Unmunsan Mountain to the north, Gajisan Mountain to the east, and Eoksan Mountain to the west. The temple is set in a picturesque landscape, adorned with unique rock cliffs and deep valleys. Below Seokgolsa Temple, the perennial Seokgolsapokpo Falls and valley captivate visitors with their continuous flow of water, attracting a steady stream of tourists and hikers throughout the year.

Hyangudang [Korea Quality] / 향우당 [한국관광 품질인증]

15.0 Km 251 2020-09-03

7-8, Sannaeyachon 1-gil, Miryang-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-10-4902-7216

Located in Eoleumgol, Milyang, Gyeongsangnam-do, Hyangudang is an old house built in 1900. It consists of a wide grass lawn, a main building, a detached building, and an annex. The main building is composed of main hall (daecheong maru), underfloor heating system, a kitchen, and an attic; the detached building, meanwhile, includes underfloor heating, a kitchen, and a bathroom. Both main building and detached building have two rooms (big room and small room). If you book the big room, you can use the maru (living room) between the rooms as well. It is a rule that if a group stays in the big room, the small room is kept empty. A big group, however, may pay extra to use the small room as well. There is a seminar room with a beam projector and audio equipment, which can be utilized for group events. The owner runs not just Hyangudang Hanok Stay but also several farms. Thus, guests can participate in various activities using natural materials such as apple picking, magnolia tea making, natural dye making, and others. The closed school right next to Hyangudang is usually used as a parking lot but can also serve other purposes such as outdoor parties or simple sport matches. Special events such as apples offered at discounted prices to guests take place depending on the season.

Unmunsan National Recreational Forest (국립 운문산자연휴양림)

15.1 Km 169589 2021-07-16

763, Unmun-ro, Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-371-1327

Unmunsan National Recreational Forest in Cheongdo, Gyeongsangbuk-do is located at the foot of Unmunsan Mountain (1,188 meters), which is also called Hogeosan Mountain. It is a great place to spend time in summer for hiking and camping, surrounded by taller mountains (more than 1,000 meters above sea level) such as Munboksan Mountain (1,014 meters) and Gajisan Mountain (1,240 meters).

Yongmipokpo Falls (20 meters) and Byeokgyesu Valley, in which the waters flow across the sandless rock bed, are famous locales in the forest. Located in a thick broadleaf forest, inhabited by many diverse species such as Korean mountain camellia, Unmunsan National Recreational Forest offers lush greenery in summer, beautiful foliage in autumn, and cozy, splendid snowscapes along with the Yongmi Ice Wall in winter. In Unmunryeong, located 2.5 kilometers to the east, visitors can watch the spectacular sunrise above the East Sea.

Wondong Recreational Forest (원동자연휴양림)

15.5 Km 174466 2024-02-23

69 Neulbat-ro, Wondong-myeon, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Wondong Recreational Forest is situated where Gajisan Mountain – often referred to as the Alps of Korea – meets Yeongchuksan Mountain. It is celebrated for its breathtaking landscape, which includes valleys, dense forests, and waterfalls. This forest provides an ideal setting for forest bathing, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nature along the crystal-clear waters of the valley, surrounded by unique rock formations. Additionally, with the largest campground in Wondong, the Wondong Recreational Forest attracts numerous tourists seeking a serene camping experience amidst natural beauty.

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