[Chungcheongbuk-do] Sobaeksan Optical Astronomy Observatory (소백산천문대)

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💡 Overview

Located within the Sobaeksan National Park, the Sobaeksan Optical Astronomy Observatory (SOAO) was the first astronomy observatory in Korea to install a modern telescope. SOAO is in a great location to observe the stars because it is located on the highest point of southern Korea and far away from the light pollution of cities. To enter the observatory as a private visitor, one must climb the mountain from Jungnyeong Pass or Huibangsa Temple. 

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📍 Nearby Attractions

• Huibangsa Temple (Yeongju) (희방사(영주))Distance: 1.7km | 278 Jungnyeong-ro 1720beon-gil, Punggi-eup, Yeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Source: Korea Tourism Organization

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