Breeding Ground of Grey Herons (진천 노원리 왜가리 번식지)

17.1Km 7470 2020-04-15

113-12, Nonsil-gil, Jincheon-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-539-3624

The Breeding Ground of Grey Herons is located behind the Nogok Village in Jincheon, Chungcheongbuk-do. The migratory birds nestled on the 1,000-year-old ginkgo tree. However, as the tree started to decay due to bird droppings over time, resulting in the loss of the birds' main nest. Subsequently, the birds started to settle in the surrounding bushes and forests. In order to preserve the habitat and encourage gray heron breeding, the area was designated as a Natural Monument.

Mungwang Reservoir (문광저수지)

17.1Km 0 2024-02-15

16 Yanggok-ri, Mungwang-myeon, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Encircled by a 2-kilometer stretch of roads lined with ginkgo trees, this reservoir lies at the heart of Yanggok-ri, a quintessential small farming village. Its primary role is agricultural water supply, yet it doubles as a serene haven for both locals and tourists to stroll and reflect. Established in May 1978, this semi-valley reservoir boasts a rich, dense woodland and an array of ancient trees, contributing to its picturesque allure. The entrance is graced with an avenue of trees, which, come autumn, transforms into a golden canopy as the ginkgo leaves change hue. It’s a popular locale for families to convene, enjoying leisurely fishing and the peaceful surroundings.

Handok Museum (한독의약박물관)

17.4Km 28907 2024-07-25

78 Daepungsandan-ro, Daeso-myeon, Eumseong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

The Handok Museum was founded to promote and introduce Handok, a producer of Korean medicines. The museum aims to introduce the benefits and breakthroughs of Korean medicine in an easy-to-understand way.

Goesan Red Pepper Festival (괴산고추축제)

18.2Km 18730 2024-07-17

113 Imkkeokjeong-ro, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-830-3463

Goesan Red Pepper Festival is held during the harvest season in late August to early September to promote the excellence of chili peppers grown in Goesan, a major production area of Korea. The festival has numerous programs for visitors to enjoy. Brightly colored and full of flavor, Korean chili peppers are a particularly popular agricultural product. This is a fun festival where visitors learn about Goesan chili pepper which have been harvested since the Joseon dynasty.

Leisure Sports Festival GO! Goesan (레저스포츠 페스티벌 GO! 괴산)

18.5Km 0 2024-09-05

99-9 Imkkeokjeong-ro, Goesan-eup, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-830-3442

Leisure Sports Festival GO! Goesan offers the chance to visitors to experience a range of 30 leisure sports, including hot air ballooning, rock climbing, bungee jumping, horseback riding, and kayaking. In addition to the experiences, five competions are held throughout the festival period, as well as performances for the whole family to enjoy.

Goesan Gimjang Festival (괴산김장축제)

18.5Km 0 2024-09-12

197 Dongjincheon-gil, Goesan-eup, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-830-3463

The Goesan Gimjang Festival celebrates the Korean cultural tradition of preparing kimchi as a community, using fresh, local produce. The festival is a one-stop experience for making this essential Korean food item.

Gayeongdang, Cheongju [Korea Quality] / 가영당 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

19.9Km 793 2021-10-07

71-54, Miraeji-ro, Cheongwon-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

This hanok (traditional Korean house) is located in Ochang Hanok Village within Ochang-eup’s Miraeji Theme Park. Ochang Hanok Village is a collection of about 20 modernized hanok buildings that boast excellent views of the mountain and the Ochang Reservoir nearby. Gayeongdang is owned by Kim Byeong-hee, a master in flower tea who has studied Korea’s traditional flower tea for nearly 30 years. Visitors interested in Kim’s work have an opportunity to discuss the art of flower tea over tea and sweets with the master through Gayeongdang’s tea ceremony program.
Gayeongdang is a faithful recreation of the C-shaped hanok complex, centered around a grass lawn. It is constructed entirely out of Korean pine trees, which fills the indoor spaces with a rich scent of pine. The main and annex buildings are all Korean rooms with ondol (under-the-floor heating system). The former allows guests access to the room, the living room, and the tea ceremony room, while the latter allows opportunities for grilling in the lawn. The space is also available for small events like seminars, small concerts, and marriage ceremonies.

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