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HONG WHI KWAN[Korea Quality] / 홍휘관[한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

HONG WHI KWAN[Korea Quality] / 홍휘관[한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

17.5Km    2020-11-19

6-6, Baengmigoeul-gil, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-10-9701-3141, +82-41-858-8890

Located in Gongju, South Chungcheong Province, Hongwhikwan offers guests a traditional “hanok” experience filled with the gentle scents of red clay and wood. The hotel is located in front of the UNESCO World Heritage site Gongsanseong Fortress, with Geumgang River flowing behind the complex.
There are six rooms in total, all Korean-style with floor bedding for double, triple, and quadruple occupancy. High ceilings and exposed girders greet visitors upon entering the rooms that are decorated with traditional bedding, Korean paper windows, elegant muslin curtains, and colorful cushions. Each room is equipped with a TV set, a refrigerator, and a bathroom with a hairdryer, making it an ideal place to start and end the day. The spacious courtyard also comes with traditional games like “jegi chagi” and “yutnori.” Coffee and Korean tea are found in the second-floor community room, while the kitchen serves complimentary breakfast every morning with a simple menu of toast, beverages, fruits, and breakfast cereals. Furthermore, the complex is close to major tourist sites, such as the Gongjusanseong Market, Gongju National Museum, the UNESCO World Heritage site Ancient Tombs in Songsan-ri, and Tomb of King Muryeong. Hongwhikwan also offers free bicycle rentals for guests to stroll around the location.

Guard-Changing Ceremony of Woongjinseong Fortress (웅진성수문병 근무교대식)

17.6Km    2022-12-21

280, Woongjin-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-41-856-7700

The Guard-Changing Ceremony of Woongjinseong Fortress takes place at Gongsanseong Fortress, a part of the Baekje Historic Areas which is a desginated UNESCO's World Heritage Site. The ceremony reenacts the service of the guards defending the castle, using costumes and props based on the strict analysis of the historical records. The ceremony is held every Saturday and Sunday from April to November except during hot summer season of June to August, and conducted every day during the Baekje Culture Festival in the fall. The event includes martial art performances and various experiences as well as the main ceremony, aiming at promoting Gongju-si, where the Baekje culture flourished, and its valuable heritage Gongsanseong Fortress.

Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage] (공주 공산성 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage] (공주 공산성 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

17.6Km    2024-03-15

280 Ungjin-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-856-7700

Gongsanseong Fortress is a fortification situated at the heart of Gongju, which served as the capital of the ancient Baekje kingdom (18 BCE - 660 CE) from 475 to 538. Even after Baekje's fall, subsequent dynasties such as Silla (57 BCE - 935 CE), Goryeo (918-1392), and Joseon (1392-1897) continued to use Gongju as a regional administrative center. As a result, numerous historical sites have accumulated in the area over time. From the fortress, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Gongju’s city center and the Geumgang River.

Gomanaru 1999 (고마나루1999)

Gomanaru 1999 (고마나루1999)

17.7Km    2024-02-28

5-8 Baengmigoeul-gil, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-857-9999

Gomanaru 1999 is a Korean restaurant located near Gongsanseong Fortress. Their menu features a single set meal called gomanaru bapsang (rice and side dishes), which includes a hearty spread of pot rice, boiled pork slices, grilled marinated pork shoulder, and grilled dried pollack. Using rice from Gongju, the rice is flavorful and nourishing, complemented by fresh vegetables from Jirisan Mountain, making for a healthy meal. Rice is considered a staple in Korean cuisine, and Jirisan Mountain is renowned as a pristine region, making the food here particularly special.

Yeonmisan Nature Art Park (연미산자연미술공원)

Yeonmisan Nature Art Park (연미산자연미술공원)

17.9Km    2025-02-04

98 Yeonmisangogae-gil, Useong-myeon, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Yeonmisan Nature Art Park features sculptures created from natural materials, such as clay, wood, and stone. The park exhibits new works each year under different themes as part of the Geumgang Nature Art Biennale, an international festival of nature art. It includes indoor and outdoor exhibitions, as well as a promotion hall. Visitors can participate in experience programs such as woodcraft workshops and nature art school activities.

Lotte Mart - Seocheongju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 서청주점)

Lotte Mart - Seocheongju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 서청주점)

18.0Km    2024-04-22

1004, 2sunhwan-ro, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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Kolon Sport - Lotte Cheongju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (코오롱 스포츠 롯데청주)

Kolon Sport - Lotte Cheongju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (코오롱 스포츠 롯데청주)

18.0Km    2024-04-23

1004, 2sunhwan-ro, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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Nike - Lotte Cheongju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (나이키 롯데청주)

18.0Km    2024-04-19

3F, 1004, 2sunhwan-ro, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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Lotte Himart - Seocheongju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 서청주점)

Lotte Himart - Seocheongju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 서청주점)

18.0Km    2024-04-19

1004, 2sunhwan-ro, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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Renoma Suit - Lotte Cheongju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (레노마수트 롯데 청주점)

Renoma Suit - Lotte Cheongju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (레노마수트 롯데 청주점)

18.0Km    2024-04-23

3F, 1004, 2sunhwan-ro, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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