Korea Travel

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Seonamgyegok Valley (Haseonam Rock) (선암계곡(하선암))’. 💡 Overview Seonamgyegok Valley is a clean 10-kilometer valley stretching from Gasan-ri to Daejam-ri in Danyang. Among the Eight Scenic Views of Danyang, Teukseonam Rock and Soseonam Rock are located here. This valley is known for its dense forests, strange rock formations, and…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Danyang Jeokseongbi Monument of Silla (단양 신라 적성비)’. 💡 Overview The Danyang Jeokseongbi Monument of Silla was erected by King Jinheung, the 24th King of Silla Kingdom, as a public announcement board. It was found at Jeokseongsanseong Fortress in Danyang in 1978. The stone stele is broken into…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Geumsusan Mountain (금수산)’. 💡 Overview Geumsusan Mountain, originally called Baegamsan Mountain, was renamed by noted Joseon-period scholar Yi Hwang (pen name Toegye) when he was the chief governor of Danyang County, saying its graceful features matched the fineness of silk embroidery. The mountain is beautiful throughout the year…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Daecheong Dam (대청댐)’. 💡 Overview Daecheong Dam is a multi-purpose dam consisting of a 72 meter-tall and 495 meter-long concrete gravity dam and rockfill dam. It is located on the Geumgang River where Daejeon and Chungcheongbuk-do meet. There are three additional support dams in the area of the…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Sobaeksan National Park (Northern Section) (소백산국립공원(북부))’. 💡 Overview Sobaeksan Mountain is renowned for its natural splendor and mystery, standing tall in the middle of the Korean peninsula, and offering several magnificent peaks, such as Hyeongjebong, Sinseonbong, Gungmangbong, Birobong, and Yeonhwabong. Its captivating seasonal beauty attracts visitors year round….

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Dariangyegok Valley (다리안계곡)’. 💡 Overview Dariangyegok Valley is located in the Darian Local Tourist Site near Danyang. The water in the valley curves around smooth rocks in between the lush forest. People visit in the summer to escape the heat. Dariangyegok Valley has cold water flowing from Sobaeksan…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Seonyudonggyegok Valley (선유구곡(선유동계곡))’. 💡 Overview Seonyudonggyegok Valley is located in Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do Province. Including Seonyudongmun, the playground for the mountain gods, a total of nine valleys form the area: Gyeongcheonbyeok, Haksoam, Yeondallo, Waryongpok, Nangadae, Gigugam, Guam, and Eunseonam. Seonnyudonggyegok Valley is famous for the legend that mountain gods…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Boeun Beopjusa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage] (보은 법주사 [유네스코 세계문화유산])’. 💡 Overview Built in 553 during the 14th year of Silla King Jinheung’s reign, Beopjusa Temple is located on Songnisan Mountain. However, many of the original buildings were destroyed during the Imjin War (1592-1598), with the current structures…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Jeongbangsa Temple (정방사)’. 💡 Overview Located on a ridge of Sinseonbong Peak (845 meters) nearby Geumsusan Mountain, Jeongbangsa Temple was founded by Buddhist Monk Uisang in the second year (662) of King Munmu’s reign during the Silla dynasty. Jeongbangsa Temple is a branch of Beopjusa Temple located on…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Jecheon Deokjusa Temple (덕주사(제천))’. 💡 Overview Deokjusa Temple is a branch temple of Beopjusa Temple, the head temple of the 5th district of the Jogye Order. The temple is believed to have been established in 597 AD by Princess Deokju, the last princess of the Silla Kingdom. According…