Mongsanpo Beach (몽산포해수욕장)

16.8 Km 56449 2022-08-03

65-27, Mongsanpo-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691

Mongsanpo Beach, part of Taeanhaean National Park, stretches 18 kilometers southwest of Seosan, 9 kilometers south of Taean and along the west coast of the Nammyeon Peninsula. Mongsanpo's white sand beach is around 3 kilometers long and has a 5 degree tilt. The water is 1~2 meters deep with an average temperature of 22 degrees Celsius.

The beach is surrounded by a dense forest of pine trees. The pine tree forest along the beach serves as a good auto-camping location to enjoy some fresh air and the natural beauty of the surroundings. During low tide, the muddy sediments deposited by the tide provide a place where people come to catch clams and mud crabs or as a field trip for children to learn the mudflat ecosystem.

A 1-kilometer drive in the western direction while passing through the spectacular pine tree tunnel brings visitors to Mongdaepogu Port where a number of fishing boats are docked. Near the port, there are a number of small seafood eateries to enjoy freshly sliced raw fish at reasonable prices.

Jadrak [Korea Quality]자드락[한국관광 품질인증]

17.0 Km 17745 2023-05-23

2535-139, Woni-ro, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-10-9271-6604

Jadrak is a private pension right behind the beach on Anmyeondo Island in Taean, Chungcheongnam-do. Surrounded by trees, it’s a place where you can hear nature breathing. Guests can relax completely while enjoying the warm sunlight and cool breeze on the wide lawn, or sitting round the pond, or on the beach in front of the pension.

Sinduri Coastal Sand Dune (태안 신두리 해안사구)

17.3 Km 16923 2021-03-27

Sindu-ri, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2544

Located on Sinduri Beach in Taean, Sinduri Coastal Sand Dune is the only sand dune in Korea and one of Eight Tourist Attractions in Taean. It was believed to have been formed approximately 15,000 years ago after the Ice Age when strong winds gradually carried sand from the sea to the current area. The dune has all the qualities of a typical dunelnd, as well as being a buffer between the coast and inland.

Grumpyhouse pension [Korea Quality] / 그람피하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

17.5 Km 4116 2020-12-10

1110-30, Anmyeon-daero, Nam-myeon, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-10-5588-6653

Located on the hills to observer Cheongbo beach, the Grumpy house is as beautiful as the house in fairy tales. There are as many as fourteen units of beautiful houses with yellow rooftops on white walls. It makes you feel like being in the village once told of in a fairly tale. Each room is named after white snow princess or dwarfs. Every guest room is a standalone type. Inside, it is also very pretty and clean. Dual floor structure, cozy decorations, clean rest rooms, modern kitchens are the main factors for high satisfactions among visitors. The walkaway leading from the Grumpy house to the nearby forests is very easy to walk on. The scenic view of sea from the grass garden which is very well managed is also stunning. When making a reservation, you can get kids tents, sea mud field try tools rental, sea fishing tools. Also available are ATV-survival game discounts, Anmyoendo Jurassic park discount(20%), drip coffee from the café. It is very close to Choengpodae beach, Dalsanpo, Mongsanpo, Cheongsan plantation, Mageompo, nature world, Anmyoendo Jurassic park, Shrimp and crab bridges. It is about 25 minutes to Gotji beach of Anmyeondo and 30 minutes to Manripo beach.

Haemi Martyrdom Holy Ground (Yeosutgol) (해미순교성지(여숫골))

17.7 Km 24160 2020-03-06

13, Seongji 1-ro, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-688-3183

Haemi Martyrdom Holy Ground is the site where nearly 1,000 Catholics in Chungcheongnam-do were buried alive during the time between the Byeongin Persecution in 1866 and 1882. At that time, Catholics were executed outside Haemieupseong Fortress' Seomun Gate (West Gate). As it was difficult to execute them one by one, the martyrs were buried alive in a big hole all at once. When confronted with their deaths, the martyrs prayed while singing 'Yesumaria' (Jesus Maria). Because it also sounds like "Yeosumeori", the place was called 'Yeosutgol' as well.

The 16-meter-high memorial tower was set set up near Haemicheon Stream to pay tribute to the nameless martyrs who were buried alive. Many Catholics visit this location every year to remember and honor the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for their belief.

Seosan House of Yu Gibang (서산 유기방가옥)

17.7 Km 30870 2024-03-11

72-10 Imunan-gil, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

House of Yu Gibang was built in the early 1900s and measures 4,770㎡. As a valuable historical asset, it was designated as a Chungcheongnam-do Folk Culture Heritage on October 31, 2005. The house faces south on a low mountain with a thick pine forest background. A courtyard is at the center of the house, created by the straight line-shaped anchae to the north, the haengnangchae to the west, and a chat room with anchae to the east. Initially, there was a middle gate in front of the anchae, but it was demolished in 1988 and replaced with a pavilion-shaped gate as seen now.

Hagampo Auto Campground (학암포 오토캠핑장)

18.2 Km 39964 2024-02-22

1152-37, Okpa-ro, Wonbuk-myeon, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Hagampo Auto Campground is located near Hagampo Beach in the Yellow Sea on the northern side of Taean. Visitors can enjoy a dip in the sea while camping here. There are nearly 100 campsites here, including both standard and caravan sites, as well as sites for trailers. Hagampo Auto Campground is open all year round, and one has access to a fireplace and electricity. Nearby tourist sites include Taean Sindurihaeansagu Coastal Dune and Solhyanggi Trail.

Seosan Haemieupseong Festival (서산해미읍성축제)

18.4 Km 21899 2024-06-05

143 Nammun 2-ro, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-660-2697

Seosan Haemieupseong Festival is held every October at Haemieupseong Walled Town, a fortress with over 600 years of history. Various events and programs are offered including an overnight program in front of the fortress. Exciting performances such as a reenactment parade, traditional music performances, and fireworks are also planned.

Beolcheonpo Beach (벌천포해수욕장)

18.5 Km 0 2024-02-21

317-29 Oji-ri, Daesan-eup, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Beolcheonpo Beach is a coastal beach located along the Garolim Bay in the Hwanghae Sea. Surrounded by the Hwanghae Sea, it offers an ideal environment to experience the sea. The surrounding area is peaceful and boasts beautiful natural scenery, making it a popular pine forest for camping and vacationing during the summer months.

Haemieupseong Walled Town (서산 해미읍성)

18.5 Km 25132 2021-08-18

143, Nammun 2-ro, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-661-8005

Haemieupseong Walled Town is a representative fortress from the Joseon period. Additional famous walled towns in Korea include Gochangeupseong Walled Town and Naganeupseong Walled Town. Haemieupseong Walled Town was established in 1491 during the 22nd year of King Seongjong. Its perimeter is approximately 1.8 kilometers, the x_height is 5 meters, and total area is 196,381 m², making it a huge fortress. Through restoration and purification projects, its old image has been restored as a historic park and it is famous as a site of Catholic martyrs' in the late Joseon era.

During the persecution of Catholics, many Catholics from Chungcheong-do were forced to come to Haemieupseong Walled Town where the administration office was located. Upon arrival, they were tortured to death. In particular, approximately 1,000 people are recorded as having been executed during the persecution in 1866.

The plaza inside of the fortress has a prison site where Catholics were chained up under the Daewongun government, and a gigantic old tree which was the tree used for torturing. The stones which were used for thrashing are located outside of a fortress gate and have become a holy place.

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