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Biamsa Temple - Sejong (비암사(세종))

2020-04-02

137, Biamsa-gil, Sejong-si
+82-44-863-0230

The origin of Biamsa Temple is unknown, but the temple's architectural features suggest that it was built during the mid Goryeo dynasty period (918-1392). The Geungnakbojeon Hall and the three-storied pagoda inside the temple have been designated as Cultural Properties of Chungcheongnam-do Province. The flamboyang and delicately crafted datjip (canopy) inside the Geungnakbojeon Hall was restored in 1657 during the 8th year of King Hyojong's reign.

In the yard in front of the Geungnakbojeon Hall stands the three meter-high Samcheungseoktap (three-storied stone pagoda). With the discovery of Samyeongunsang stone statues near the top of the pagoda, Biamsa Temple became more widely known to the public. Among the stone statues, Gyeyumyeongjeonssi-amitabul-samjonseoksang (three Buddha statues) has been named as National Treasure No. 106, and Gichukmyeong-amitayeorae-jebulbosalseoksang (statue of Amitabha bodhisattva) and Mireukbosal-bangaseoksang (statue of Maitreya bodhisattva) have been designated as National Treasures No. 367 and No. 368, respectively. The stone statues are preserved in National Museum of Korea. Meanwhile, the three-storied stone pagoda was designated as Tangible Cultural Property No. 119 of Chungcheongnam-do Province on July 19, 1985.

Bangadari Mineral Spring (방아다리약수터)

2023-04-07

1011-26, Bangadari-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-336-3145

Bangadari Mineral Spring is a crisp and healthy water source located in the woods off the Yeongdong Highway. The mineral spring contains over 30 kinds of healthy minerals including carbonic acid and iron, which are known to be especially effective in treating stomach disorders, anemia, and neuralgia. The 1-kilometer long path leading from the entrance to the mineral spring site is great for taking a stroll as it is surrounded by fir trees.

Heungjeonggyegok Valley (흥정계곡)

2024-02-13

62 Heungjeonggyegok-gil, Bongpyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-330-2771

Heungjeonggyegok Valley is about 5 kilometers away from the town of Bongpyeong-myeon in Pyeongchang, Gangwon State. The 5-kilometer long valley that stands between Heungjeongsan Mountain and Hoeryeongbong Peak has a beautiful landscape. A wide variety of freshwater fish like trout inhabit the clear waters of the valley. Heungjonggyegok Valley has become a famous attraction in the Bongpyeong area along with Bongsan Seojae, shrine of the prominent neo-Confucian scholar Yulgok (1536-1584), and Palseokjeong, featuring the writings of Yang Sa-eon.

Lohas Park & Wacapuca (로하스파크&와카푸카)

2020-01-03

162-28, Jageundosa-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Lohas Garden & WacaPuca is an eco-themed park located 700 meters above sea level in the highlands of Pyeongchang, Gangwon-do Province. Sitting in the most beautiful national forest of Phyeongchang (Total area 3,305,785㎡ Structural area 396,694㎡), Lohas Garden offers the most natural scenic views in Korea.

Seobyeok Historic House (서벽고택)

2021-11-01

22-2, Jungdeul 2-gil, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-870-6247

Located in Jungpyeong-dong at the family village of the Pyeongsan Sin clan, the Seobyeok Historic House was originally created when Sin Hanchang, a scholar from late Joseon dynasty, got married and moved out of his parents’ house. The house was expanded by Sin Chigu in 1739. The house and is built in a rectangular shape with 6 kan (traditional Korean measurement; space between two pillars) in the front, 4 kan on the sides and a courtyard in the middle.

Samcheok Jungyeongmyo Royal Tomb (삼척 준경묘)

2020-04-02

333-360, Jungyeong-gil, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-570-3721

Jungyeongmyo Royal Tomb is the grave of the 5th great-grandfather of King Taejo of the Joseon dynasty. The grave as well as memorial monuments were built together with Yeonggyeongmyo, a grave for the 5th great-grandmother of King Taejo. Surrounded by a rich forest, it has a beautiful view. Every April 20th, an ancestral ritual is held by the Lee family (from Jeonju).

Samcheok Yeonggyeongmyo Royal Tomb (삼척 영경묘)

2022-09-15

Miro-myeon, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-570-3722

Yeonggyeongmyo Royal Tomb is the grave of the mother of King Mokjo and the 5th great-grandmother of King Taejo of the Joseon dynasty. During the 3rd year of King Gojong’s reign (1899), the grave as well as memorial monuments were built together with Jungyeongmyo, a grave for the 5th great-grandfather of King Taejo. Surrounded by a rich forest, it has a beautiful view. Every April 20th, an ancestral ritual is held by the Lee family (from Jeonju).

Sejong Cheongansa Temple (청안사(세종))

2025-01-02

128-23, Ganeusil-gil, Jeonui-myeon, Sejong-si
+82-44-867-3407

Sitting at the foot of a mountain near Ganeusil Village, Cheongansa Temple belongs to the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. It had been believed to have been built in 1900, but the roof tile and white porcelain pieces from the mid-Joseon dynasty period found near the temple suggested that it might have been built even earlier. Cheongsansa had also been thought to be a branch of Biamsa Temple, which is presumably built in the 7th century during the late Baekje kingdom period.

Seosan Ganworam Hermitage (간월암(서산))

2023-01-02

119-29, Ganwoldo 1-gil, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-668-6624

Ganworam is a small hermitage located in Ganwoldo-ri in Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do. Ganworam Hermitage was created by the Great Monk Muhak, the monk to King Taejo of the Joseon dynasty. The name of the hermitage is directly tied with Muhak himself as it is said Muhak became enlightened while meditating under the moon (wol means moon in Korean) at this hermitage. At low tide, Ganworam Hermitage is connected to shore via a natural walkway, but at high tide, the walkway is submerged and the hermitage becomes an island. At night time, in particular, the hermitage and its surrounding islets create a breathtaking view as the moonlight reflects off the sea.

Hwaseong Salt Spring (화성식염온천)

2025-01-13

56-1, Hwanggol-gil, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-351-9700

Salt spring water is speculated to be ocean water that has been trapped 700 meters underground and mixed with freshwater due to earth's crustal movements. The water is rich in minerals, and is known to have many health benefits. Hwaseong Salt Spring features several different facilities including public bath, ultraviolet steam spa, jade spa, and bulgama (fire pot) spa.

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