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Tteokgalbibonga Restaurant - Damyang Branch (떡갈비본가-담양)

Tteokgalbibonga Restaurant - Damyang Branch (떡갈비본가-담양)

.0M    2021-08-26

91, Jungang-ro, Damyang-eup, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-383-6692

Damyang, located in Jeollanam-do, is not only famous for its bamboo trees, but is also for its tteokgalbi, or grilled short rib patties. Tteokgalbibonga, known for its signature tteokgalbi, has become quite famous in the area. With its exquisite resemblance to injeolmi (rice cakes coated with powdered soybeans) and the way it melts in your mouth, it’s no wonder Tteokgalbibonga attracts guests from as far as Japan.
Tteokgalbi gets its name from its resemblance to rice cakes, or tteok. In addition to its texture, its savory marinade brings out the meaty flavor of tteokgalbi. Aside from their main dish, hanu (Korean beef) tteokgalbi, they also have dwaejigalbi, bulgogi, and galbi tang available, served with regular side dishes of a Korean set menu, even including a dessert. Tteokgalbibonga is often crowded with customers that you’ll likely have to wait in line if you visit for during the evening.

Sinsikdang (신식당)

62.2M    2024-12-26

전라남도 담양군 담양읍 담주2길 18-13
061-382-9901

Established in 1932, this restaurant has been passed down through four generations. One of its unique qualities is making its own fermented soybeans, soy sauce, and red chili paste, giving its dishes a rich and deep flavor. 

Chonggak Kalguksu (총각칼국수)

Chonggak Kalguksu (총각칼국수)

174.2M    2021-03-20

24-17, Damju 4-gil, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-383-2394

You can enjoy delicious noodles at reasonable prices. A noodle soup specialty restaurant located in Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do. The most famous menu is noodle soup with clams.

Unknown Hotel (언노운호텔)

Unknown Hotel (언노운호텔)

212.6M    2024-12-23

27 , Damju 1-gil, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-382-2600

The Unknown Hotel in Damyang, Jeollanam-do, stands out because of its dramatic use of color, inspired by the extraordinary light and color of Edward Hopper’s interiors. There is a range of rooms, all with comfy king-size beds. The  Signature Room has two bedrooms and a living room with a six-person table suitable for meetings and family gatherings. Guests can rent a bicycle from the hotel and enjoy a bike ride to Juknokwon Bamboo Forest, Gwanbangjerim Woods, and Redwood Road.

Gwanbangjerim Forest (관방제림)

427.7M    2025-01-09

1, Gaeksa-ri, Damnyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-380-2812

Located in Damyang, Jellanam-do, Gwanbangjerim Forest (Natural Monument) is a forest that was made along the banks of Damyangcheon Stream. The two-kilometer-long forest stretches from Dongjeong Village in Namsan-ri to Hwanggeum-ri, Subuk-myeon and Gangui-ri, Daejeon-myeon.

Gwanbangjerim Forest is a special manmade forest that was planted to prevent flooding along Damyangcheon Stream. It is comprised of large trees such as muku trees, zelkova trees, nettle trees, and cherry trees that are about 200 to 300 years old.

The forest’s beauty is so well known that it was even selected as “Korea’s Most Beautiful Forest” by the Korean Forest Services. Visitors enjoy this gorgeous natural getaway all year round, with many stopping by the forest Sculpture Park for pictures. Nearby attractions include the Jungnogwon Bamboo Garden and the Metasequoia-lined road.

Damyang Bamboo Festival (담양대나무축제)

Damyang Bamboo Festival (담양대나무축제)

558.0M    2025-01-07

119 Jungnogwon-ro, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-380-3152

In Damyang, a town where bamboo grows abundantly, there used to be a day when villagers gathered to plant bamboo, known as the Day of Jukchwi (bamboo planting day). This tradition has evolved into an annual festival celebrated in May since the Goryeo Dynasty. The festival takes place around the famous bamboo forest, Juknokwon, and the natural monument forest, Gwanbangjerim Forest. Various bamboo-related activities are available, such as making bamboo kites, shooting bamboo water guns, and riding bamboo rafts and canoes. A stroll through the bamboo forest, which emits phytoncides and negative ions, offers a relaxing charm during the festival. Visitors can also enjoy Damyang’s local food on the lawns, watch performances, and participate in various events, immersing themselves in the celebration of Damyang and bamboo. 

◎ Day of Bamboo Planting
May 13 on the lunar calendar is a good day to plant bamboo. It is recommended that bamboo shoots be planted during the rainy season, as bamboo loves water.

Damyang Passenger Bus Terminal (담양공용버스터미널)

713.1M    2016-11-18

24-1, Jungang-ro, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do

Damyang Bus Terminal is an express bus and intercity bus terminal, located in Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do.

Juknokwon (Bamboo Garden) (죽녹원)

Juknokwon (Bamboo Garden) (죽녹원)

780.7M    2024-12-02

119 Jungnogwon-ro, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-380-2680

Juknokwon in Damyang is a bamboo forest cultivated by the town of Damyang. This bamboo forest, at approximately 160,000 ㎡ in size, was formed in May 2003. The rock steps and soft breeze blowing between the bamboo trees provide relief from daily stress. Try bamboo leaf tea for a perfect end to one's visit.

Chuseongno1205 (추성로1205)

Chuseongno1205 (추성로1205)

1.1Km    2021-04-07

1205, Chuseong-ro, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-383-1205

Tteokgalbi is the representative menu of Damyang in Jeollanam-do. The representative menu is grilled short rib patties. This is a Korean cuisine located in Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do.

Namdo Hanu (남도한우)

Namdo Hanu (남도한우)

1.3Km    2021-03-20

1169, Jukhyang-daero, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-383-2211

It sells only Korean beef as a selected model restaurant. This restaurant's signature menu is grilled beef. This Korean dishes is located in Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do.