Sure Stay Plus [Korea Quality]슈어스테이플러스호텔[한국관광 품질인증]

8.0Km 2023-05-23

32, Onsaem-ro, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-507-1426-3052

Sure Stay Plus is an American chain business hotel in the center of the Tangjeong Display Industrial Complex in Asan, Chungcheongnam-do, and is the first Sure Stay Plus hotel to open in Korea. Accomodation rates are reasonable, and all rooms have air purifiers and bathtubs. Nearby tourist attractions include the Independence Hall of Korea in Cheonan, the Korean independence heroine Yu Gwan-soon’s Memorial Hall, Oeam Folk Village, and Hyeonchungsa Temple. Public transport links are good, with KTX Cheonan-Asan Station 15 minutes away.

Asan Mediterranean Village (지중해마을)

8.4Km 2024-02-22

55-7, Tangjeongmyeon-ro 8beon-gil, Tangjeong-myeon, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Asan Mediterranean Village, also called Blue Crystal Village, is made up of buildings reminiscent of those found in a Mediterranean village. It is particularly interesting because it is housed in the heart of a modern city. The village is divided into two sections, one taking after the Provence in southern France and the other resembling Santorini in Greece. Famous sights include the photo areas of angel’s wings and a lighthouse-shaped red postbox, along with cafés and stores.

Hyeonchungsa Shrine (현충사)

8.7Km 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.

Eco Healing Red Clay Trail (에코힐링 황톳길)

10.5Km 2024-02-22

159 Gongwon-ro, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

The Eco Healing Red Clay Trail is located along the border of Cheonan and Asan. This 2.5km walking path is intended for barefoot hiking, featuring both mats and red clay surfaces. It links to conventional hiking trails that ascend into the mountains. The surrounding forest offers opportunities for forest bathing, with the chance to spot small wildlife among the trees. For relaxation, pavilions and chairs are dispersed along the trail, and facilities for foot washing are available at the end of the trail.

Cheonan-Asan Station (천안아산역)

10.7Km 2016-11-30

100, Huimang-ro, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-1544-7788

Cheonan-Asan Station began its operation along with the opening of KTX railway. Its location overlaps the admistrative district of both Cheonan city and Asan city, hence the name.