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HOTEL MOAKSAN (호텔 모악산)

HOTEL MOAKSAN (호텔 모악산)

15.0Km    25438     2024-08-01

104-10, Moaksan-gil, Gui-myeon, Wanju_Gun, Jeonbuk-do, Korea
+82-10-5333-3022

The Moaksan Motel is located in the tourism complex at Moaksan Mountain. Newly refurbished and re-opened, it is known as a clean, cozy hotel offering a high standard of customer satisfaction. The tourism complex comprises a large public parking lot, local food restaurants, and a football pitch among other facilities. Moaksan Mountain is a popular hiking destination among hikers and the people of Jeonju. In addition, the hotel is just three minutes’ walk from the Jeonbuk Province Art Museum, while Gui Reservoir, where the National Canoe Championships is held by the Korea Canoe Federation, is situated in front of the hotel. The hotel also offers easy access to public transportation as the bus stop (Bus No. 970) is situated in the tourism complex, allowing guests to travel directly to Jeonju Bus Terminal.

Moaksan Mountain (모악산)

15.1Km    60021     2024-04-07

Gui-myeon, Wanju-gun, Jeonbuk-do

Moaksan Mountain is a mountain with an elevation of 793 meters, spanning across Gui-myeon in Wanju-gun, and Geumsan-myeon in Gimje-si, Jeollabuk-do. It overlooks the Honam Plain, a major agricultural region in Korea, and houses the precious Buddhist cultural heritage site, Geumsansa Temple, along with its subsidiary hermitages. To the north of the mountain lies the beautiful Gui Reservoir, and there are walking paths around the reservoir, providing a pleasant walking experience.

Daeseung Hanji Village & Hanok Traditional Culture Experience Center (대승한지마을한옥전통문화체험관)

Daeseung Hanji Village & Hanok Traditional Culture Experience Center (대승한지마을한옥전통문화체험관)

15.4Km    4580     2024-08-05

18-4 , Bogeom-gil, Wanju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-242-1001

Daeseung Hanji Village in Wanju-gun, Jeollabuk-do, is where the famous Goryeoji (‘Goryeo Paper’) was first made in Goryeo 1,000 years ago. All guestrooms in the village are equipped with toilets, AC and water purifiers, plus pillows made of Korean paper and comfortable blankets. The dining hall kitchen can be used by guests, there is a large (60 sq metre) seminar room, and a yard where traditional games such as Geunae (swing) and Tuho (arrows) are played. The village runs a Hanji Experience Center, where you can learn about hanji history, manufacture and calligraphy.

Iksan Ten Million Chrysanthemum Festival (익산천만송이국화축제)

Iksan Ten Million Chrysanthemum Festival (익산천만송이국화축제)

15.4Km    28195     2024-04-06

322 , Hana-ro, Iksan-si, Jeonbuk-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-63-859-4977, 4334

The annual Iksan Ten Million Chrysanthemum Festival is held every year from late October to early November. The festival features an outdoor chrysanthemum exhibit, city agricultural hall, cultural performances, music fountain and much more as well as food.

Yeolimjae Pension[Korea Quality] / 여림재펜션[한국관광 품질인증]

Yeolimjae Pension[Korea Quality] / 여림재펜션[한국관광 품질인증]

15.6Km    0     2024-04-07

96 , Jungnimpyeonbaek-gil, Wanju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-10-8375-0258

Yeolimjae Pension is a newly built modern three-story pension located in Wanju, Jeollabuk-do. The pension has five guest rooms, ranging from couple rooms for two people to family rooms. Each room comes with a bathroom, a kitchen, and a private terrace. From the terrace, you can enjoy a cup of tea while taking in the mountain scenery. The garden includes an outdoor swimming pool and a picnic table adjacent to it. Be sure to check the availability of the barbecue area in advance since it differs from room to room. Nearby tourist attractions include Sanggwan Cypress Forest, Jeonju Hanok Village, and Ongnyeobong Peak Valley.

Café By Chance (우연하게도)

16.0Km    0     2024-04-07

188-13 Urim-ro, Geumsan-myeon, Gimje-si, Jeonbuk-do

Café By Chance, located in Cheongdo-ri, Gimje-si, is an excellent place to relax while seeing the beautifully decorated garden and fountain spouting cool water. Guests can also sit with their dogs at the outdoor tables, making it a great place to spend leisurely time with one’s beloved dog. This place is also famous for its oven-baked pizzas, and its signature menu item is Oven-baked Gorgonzola Cheese Pizza. The chewy texture of the dough improves the flavor of the pizza. Moreover, there are various menu items such as figs, sweet potatoes, pepperoni, and margherita. Guests can choose two flavors and enjoy a half-and-half oven-baked pizza.
* Pets allowed

Iksan Seodong Festival (익산서동축제)

Iksan Seodong Festival (익산서동축제)

16.0Km    24455     2024-04-07

41-14 Godo 9-gil, Geumma-myeon, Iksan-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-843-8817

Iksan Seodong Festival is held in Seodong Park in Iksan. Iksan is home to the love story of Prince Seodong, who would later become King Mu, for Princess Sunhwa. The festival, which started as the Mahan Folk Festival in 1969, was renamed in 2004 and celebrates the 1400-year history of the Baekje Kingdom.

Seodong Park (서동공원)

Seodong Park (서동공원)

16.2Km    31880     2024-04-07

41-14, Godo 9-gil, Geumma-myeon, Iksan-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-859-3818

Built alongside the Geumma Reservoir, Seodong Park traces its origins to ancient records from the 600 AD with historical figures (Princess Seonhwa and Seodong, King Mu). More than 100 works of art can be found in the park, including twelve Chinese zodiac animal statues and sculptures of Princess Seonhwa and Seodong. The central plaza features a statue of King Mu, and various amenities such as the Mahan Museum, a children's forest playground, a picnic area, a fountain, and a riverside plaza enrich the experience for visitors.

Geumma Reservoir (금마저수지)

Geumma Reservoir (금마저수지)

16.2Km    4178     2024-04-07

Donggodo-ri, Geumma-myeon, Iksan-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-859-3818

Looking towards the south from the top of Mireuksan Mountain, one can see Geumma Reservoir. The reservoir is shaped like the Korean peninsula. Hence it is also referred to as Jido Yeonmot, or Map Pond. The terrain is especially beautiful when viewing it through the fog in the early mornings.

The water comes from Mireuksan Mountain, ensuring a steady supply of water throughout the year. There are no factories or other contaminants nearby so the water quality is of the highest grade. Near the reservoir, one can find Seodong Park and Mahan Hall. Seodong Park is a sculpture park displaying various sculptures such as a bronze statue of Baekje’s King Muwang of Baekje and a statue of Seodong’s Princess Seonhwa. Mahan Hall showcases the lifestyle and culture of Mahan, a tribal confederation during the Samhan period. The park also features various facilities such as an observatory, fishing spot and a promenade.

Dongboseong (동보성)

Dongboseong (동보성)

16.3Km    4757     2024-04-07

437, Hana-ro, Iksan-si, Jeonbuk-do

Dongboseong is an authentic Chinese restaurant serving dishes prepared by a number of chefs from China. It has separate rooms and large banquet rooms for group dining.