Gangdanggolgyegok Valley (강당골계곡)

7.0Km 2024-02-22

510, Gangdang-ri, Songak-myeon, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Gangdanggolgyegok Valley is located at the northern foot of Gwangdeoksan Mountain at the boundary between Asan and Cheonan, through which the Oeamcheon Stream flows. The valley has clear water and a lush forest, making it a great place for forest bathing and summertime swimming. Gwangdeoksan Mountain also has excellent hiking trails. The village has campgrounds and pensions for accommodations, along with several restaurants.

Eco Healing Red Clay Trail (에코힐링 황톳길)

7.4Km 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 Gwangdeoksa Temple (광덕사(천안))

7.7Km 2021-12-01

30, Gwangdeoksa-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Gwangdeoksa Temple is said to be established in 637 by Monk Jajang Yulsa during the Silla Kingdom and was refurbished during the reign of King Heungdeok (832). The temple sits in the southeast of Gwangdeoksan Mountain, which borders Asan-si and Cheonan-si, and the southwest of Taehwasan Mountain. It was the biggest temple within Chungcheong and Gyeonggi regions before the Japanese invasion. However, it was burnt down during the Japanese invasion and the main buildings such as Daeungjeon, Myeongbujeon and Cheonbuljeon Halls are relatively new compared to the other original facilities.

Asan Mediterranean Village (지중해마을)

7.8Km 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.

ON City Hotel / 오엔시티호텔

9.3Km 2025-03-18

105, Buldang 4-ro, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

ON City Hotel is a premium business hotel in Cheonan. The hotel is located in Buldang-dong, the center of transport, culture, and shopping in the Cheonan and Asan region, and just a 5-minute drive away from the KTX Cheonan Asan Station. Opened in 2016, ON City Hotel boasts of clean and up-to-date facilities. The 159 rooms provide a pleasant and modern space equipped with a smart digital system. Some of the rooms even have an LG Styler, which disinfects and irons clothes. There are a variety of facilities such as a conference room for large-scale events; a ballroom for weddings, parties and group events; a meeting center for business meetings; City Cafe; restaurant Cucina; Roof Top Garden that only opens in the summer; fitness center; and man-only sauna. The hotel is close to the Cheonan City Hall and the industrial district, offering convenient access to major tourist attractions in the region as it takes about 20 minutes to the Independence Hall of Korea; 15 minutes to Hyeonchungsa Temple; 17 minutes to Oiam Folk Village; 7 minutes to Mediterranean Village; 25 minutes to Asan Spavia; and 30 minutes to Dogo Spa.

Nblgaok (앤블가옥)

9.7Km 2024-02-22

1, Wongeori 13-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Nblgaok is a cultural complex located in the old city center of Cheonan. It contains a bookstore, café, restaurant, a meeting place, a ceramics workshop, and a guesthouse. The first floor has the bookstore [Bobuart] and the café [Dongyang Chwimi]. The second floor has the [Wongeori Sikdang] and the rental space [Binkan]. The third floor is home to the ceramic workshop [Hwamyodo], and the fourth floor has the guesthouse [Maroco Stay].

Onyang Hot Springs (온양온천지구)

10.2Km 2024-03-28

1459 Oncheon-daero, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

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.

Jeonuihyanggyo Confucian School (전의향교)

11.1Km 2025-05-20

5-18, Bukchon 1-gil, Sejong-si

Jeonuihyanggyo Confucian School is thought to have been built in 1413 during the 13th year of King Taejong’s reign. The school features a simple spatial arrangement with only Myeongnyundang and Daeseongjeon Study Halls, each with three gates in the front. Outside the western wall of Myeongnyundang Hall is Sujiksa Temple.

Several books - Jaeimnok, Seonan, several texts on rituals, and Eojeyuneum (1782-1783), which was published in 1782 (6th year of King Jeongjo’s reign) and 1783, have been found at Jeonui Hyanggyo.

Arario Sculpture Plaza (아라리오 조각광장)

11.3Km 2024-09-04

43 Mannam-ro, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

The Arario Sculpture Plaza is visited by over 70,000 people a day, being located outside the Arario Gallery Cheonan, between Cheonan Bus Terminal and Shinsegae Department Store. The plaza is decorated minimally, with just stone benches to enjoy the 30 works of art installed.

Korea History and Culture Park (한민족역사문화공원)

11.5Km 2025-01-08

284-88, Gyocheonjisan-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

The Korea History and Culture Park is located in one of the most relaxing places on earth.The park is based on Korea's creation myth with many sculptures and exhibitions about the Korean people's history and culture. Among the statues are important religious and philosophical figures who taught and promoted peace on earth.

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