Gakwonsa Temple (각원사)

8.1 Km 29584 2024-03-15

245 Gagwonsa-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-561-3545

Gakwonsa Temple, nestled midway up Taejosan Mountain in Cheonan, stands as a beacon of hope for the peaceful reunification of Korea. The temple's most renowned feature is the immense bronze statue of the seated Amitabha Buddha, which measures 15 meters in x_height, 30 meters in circumference, and weighs 60 tons. Additionally, Gakwonsa Temple is distinguished by its Daeungjeon Hall, the largest Dharma Hall in Korea. The temple's Gaesan Memorial Hall houses a collection of artifacts associated with the temple.

Korea History and Culture Park (한민족역사문화공원)

8.2 Km 11279 2020-02-28

284-88, Gyocheonjisan-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-620-6700

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.

National Mang-Hyang Cemetery (국립 망향의 동산)

8.2 Km 10343 2020-03-23

372-8, Manghyang-ro, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-557-7001

The National Mang-Hyang Cemetery provides a resting place for the souls of Koreans who resided and passed away in foreign lands. The Korean government built the cemetery in 1976 for compatriots who were forced to leave their beloved homeland under the Japanese colonial rule and ultimately passed away in foreign lands. In addition to graveyards, the cemetery also houses the KAL Memorial Tower. Every fall, a large memorial service is held.

Uniqlo - Asan Punggi Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 아산풍기)

8.7 Km 0 2024-04-18

1692, Oncheon-daero, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

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Himart - Asan Terminal Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 아산터미널점)

8.8 Km 0 2024-04-18

5, Mojong-ro, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

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E-Mart - Asan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 아산)

8.8 Km 0 2024-04-22

1678, Oncheon-daero, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

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Lotte Himart - Asan Terminal Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 아산터미널점)

8.9 Km 0 2024-04-18

225, Beonyeong-ro, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

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Lotte Mart - Asan Terminal Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 아산터미널점)

8.9 Km 0 2024-04-16

225, Beonyeong-ro, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

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Olive Young - Asan Terminal Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 아산터미널)

9.0 Km 0 2024-04-18

216, Beonyeong-ro, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

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Taehaksan Recreational Forest (태학산자연휴양림)

9.3 Km 14086 2021-06-15

188, Donmaru 1-gil, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-529-5108

Taehaksan Mountain is located south of the borders of Sucheol-ri, Asan; Samtae-ri, and Maedang-ri in Cheonan. The mountain is known for the Rock-carved Standing Buddha (Treasure No. 407), which displays typical patterns of Buddha statues from the Goryeo era. The mountain gets its name from its shape that resemble a dancing crane. Native flowers and trees are scattered throughout the mountain, and the park's dense pine forest makes this park a great family vacation destination.

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