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Dangjin Sapgyoho Lake (당진 삽교호)

Dangjin Sapgyoho Lake (당진 삽교호)

9.2 Km    42728     2024-02-27

100 Sapgyocheon 3-gil, Sinpyeong-myeon, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Dangjin Sapgyoho Lake is a tourist destination where visitors can enjoy views of the Seohaedaegyo Bridge, the lake, and the sea all at once. Historically, it served as an important sea route to China, and now it functions as a tourist attraction with various facilities. There are plenty of attractions to enjoy, including a marine park utilizing retired naval ships, a marine-themed science museum, and an amusement park.

Dangjin Marine Tourism Organization (Sapgyo Hamsang Park) (당진해양관광공사 (함상공원))

Dangjin Marine Tourism Organization (Sapgyo Hamsang Park) (당진해양관광공사 (함상공원))

9.3 Km    50115     2020-02-10

79, Sapgyocheon 3-gil, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-363-6960

Dangjin Marine Tourism Organization, also known as Sapgyo Hamsang Park, is a unique theme park where old battleships have been turned into experience and exhibition halls. The park is comprised of a themed exhibition hall focused on the navy and marines, the inside and outside of military ships, flights and other exciting facilities, including a 4D video room, game center, carnival plaza, and indoor entertainment facility to help children admire and become intimate with the Navy and Marines. Also, Hamsang Cafe provides another resting area to enjoy ones visit fully.

Sapgyoho Land (삽교호놀이동산)

9.4 Km    1     2024-02-21

15 Sapgyocheon 3-gil, Sinpyeong-myeon, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Sapgyoho Land is a theme park located in a place overlooking Hwanghae Sea, Sapgyoho Lake, and Seohaedaegyo Bridge, known for its particularly beautiful night view. In addition to amusement park rides like ferris wheel, viking ship, disco ride, and carousel, there are also facilities such as a shooting range, a 4D theater, and a baseball practice center. Maintaining a retro atmosphere is also a characteristic of this place.

Bongjae Fishing Area (봉재낚시터)

Bongjae Fishing Area (봉재낚시터)

9.5 Km    15458     2024-02-28

1258-27, Chungmu-ro, Dunpo-myeon, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Bongjae Fishing Area is in the Bongjae Reservoir, located north of Asan. Fishing can be enjoyed by the lakeside or on the fishing platforms, even in the early morning. Mini pensions, restaurants, and convenience stores can be found nearby. The platforms are also equipped with a variety of amenities. Aside from fishing, one can also enjoy the view of the area on foot or in a car.

Ureongi Baksa (우렁이박사)

Ureongi Baksa (우렁이박사)

11.0 Km    28696     2024-02-21

7-1 Saetteo-ro, Sinpyeong-myeon, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do
041-362-9554

Ureongi Baksa is a restaurant specializing in dishes made with freshwater snails, located near Sapgyoho Lake. They use freshwater snails grown in organic rice paddies, known for their health benefits. The main menu item is the baksane jeongsik (sweet and sour freshwater snail salad set menu), featuring dishes such as mixed paste, soybean paste jjigae, and sweet and sour freshwater snail salad. They also offer dambuk jjim jang (rich soybean paste soup with freshwater snail), a dish made with snails and rich soybean paste, as well as spicy and salty ureong deokjang (seasoned soybean paste with freshwater snail).

Himart - Bangchuk Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 방축점)

Himart - Bangchuk Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 방축점)

11.3 Km    0     2024-04-19

1367, Oncheon-daero, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

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Monte Bianco (몬테비안코)

Monte Bianco (몬테비안코)

11.7 Km    5703     2024-03-19

73, Pyeongtaekhangman-gil, Poseung-eup, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-8053-7777

Monte Bianco is a restaurant on the 15th floor with a great view of Pyeongtaek Port and the Seohaedaegyo Bridge. Its signature menu is the Live Lobster Special, which includes the house wine. Monte Bianco is housed in a rotating glass cylinder, so one reaches a full circle in 3 hours as one dines. Don’t miss the beautiful sunset beyond the Seohaedaegyo Bridge. 

Onyang Hot Springs (온양온천지구)

Onyang Hot Springs (온양온천지구)

11.8 Km    62943     2024-03-28

1459 Oncheon-daero, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-540-1234

Onyang Hot Springs is the oldest hot springs complex in Korea, a place where the kings of Joseon (1392-1897) recuperated and bathed, thanks to its proximity to Seoul. In the 1970s and 1980s, it was a popular honeymoon destination. The water here has a temperature of about 44-60℃ and contains substances that are beneficial for the human body. The area boasts a large number of hotels and water parks.

Hyeonchungsa Shrine (현충사)

Hyeonchungsa Shrine (현충사)

11.9 Km    27221     2020-04-03

126, Hyeonchungsa-gil, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-539-4600

Hyeonchungsa Shrine, located in Asan-si, is the shrine of General Lee Sun-Shin (1545-1598). It was built in 1706, and named Hyeonchungsa Shrine the following year. In 1932 during the Japanese occupation, a treasure preservation committee was formed to protect the shrine. Afterward, the shrine was rebuilt by the government, its area greatly enlarged, and was further developed into a sacred place.
The shrine contains Sipkyeongdo, a pictorial biography of general Lee Sun-Shin’s portrait and his life story. Nanjung Diary, designated National Treasure No. 76, his Long Sword, Treasure No. 326, and other treasures are displayed within the shrine as well, together with the old house he lived in, the arrow shooting range, and Geobuksun (turtle ship). When you enter the of Hyeonchungsa Shrine, Chungmu gate, you will see another gate called Hongsal Gate. Go past Hongsal Gate and you can see Lee Sun-Shin’s portrait, which was made with Korean Cheonggiwa tiles and iron-reinforced concrete. Inside the Gotaek Building is the Chungmujeong House, where Lee Sun-Shin spent his life until he was a young man. The newly added pond, Yeonji Pond, in Hyeonchungsa Shrine is also worth exploring.

Gravity Coffee Roasters (Sinjeonghosu Lake) (그래비티 신정호수점)

Gravity Coffee Roasters (Sinjeonghosu Lake) (그래비티 신정호수점)

12.0 Km    0     2024-02-21

33-42, Sinjeongho-gil, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Gravity Coffee Roasters is a large dessert café right next to Sinjeonghosu Lake. It has one underground floor and is housed on the first floor of the building, with seating on the third-floor rooftop as well. It has a great view of the lake. The rooftop is particularly popular for its open view. The café serves a variety of beverages and desserts, from coffee to latte, ade, smoothies, juice, and croffle. Concerts are sometimes held in the hall as well.