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Danchonsewongotak [Korea Quality] / 단촌서원고택 [한국관광 품질인증]

Danchonsewongotak [Korea Quality] / 단촌서원고택 [한국관광 품질인증]

13.6 Km    355     2023-10-27

103-10 , Buksanghari-gil, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-10-7230-5415

Danchon Seowon Old House is an elegant hanok in Danyang, Chungcheongbuk-do. Guestrooms are named after flowers and blossoms, such as Mountain Peony, White Dandelion and Plum. Some rooms have antique furniture and pictures on the wall while others have exposed rafters and beams. Narcissus and Ocher are smaller and share a kitchen and bathroom; these are cheaper than the others. There’s a cafe in the yard, where visitors will hear music from the owner’s collection of vinyl LPs. There’s a pleasant walk to the village, and fine views of the stars at night. Danyang Gugyeong Market is 20 minutes away by car, and Suyangjaebit Tunnel is 8 minutes away.

Danyang Special Tourist Zone (단양 관광특구)

Danyang Special Tourist Zone (단양 관광특구)

14.0 Km    5556     2020-03-27

3-11, Gosudonggul-gil, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-420-3035

Danyang is known for its Danyang Palgyeong (eight wonders of Danyang). The scenery around Chungjuho Lake, including Dodamsambong Peak, Gudambong Peak and Oksunbong Peak, can all be enjoyed from a ferry cruise. The meandering stream and the majestic view of Sainam Rock and Sangseonam Rock create a soothing, tranquil ambience.

Situated at the center of the Korean Peninsula is Sobaeksan National Park, from which one can admire the beauty of the Baekdudaegan Mountain Range. The mountain’s many trails that lead to Birobong Peak and to other peaks are popular among hikers.

Darian, Cheondong and Ondal are great choices for family trips. These places are known for outdoor camping sites and drama filming locations.

The Danyang Special Tourist Zone holds special events that promote the county’s nature and history. The Sobaeksan Royal Azalea Festival is held in May, while the Ondal Culture Festival takes place in October.

Plenty of accommodation options and facilities are available in the area of Dojeon-ri, Byeolgok-ri, Sangjin-ri and Gosu-ri of Danyang-eup.


[Danyang Special Tourist Zone]
Areas included: Areas around Danyang and Maepo-eup in Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
Area size: 4,448,737㎡
Tourist attractions: Sobaeksan National Park, Dodamsambong Peak, Sainam Rock, Gosu Cave, Buddhist Museum of the Cheontae Order, Daeseongsan Natural Recreation Forest, etc.

Gosudonggul Cave (단양 고수동굴)

Gosudonggul Cave (단양 고수동굴)

14.1 Km    45586     2024-03-15

8 Gosudonggul-gil, Danyang-eup, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-422-3072

Gosudonggul Cave, a natural limestone marvel, is recognized as a Natural Monument of Korea. Spanning 1,395 meters in length, this ancient cave has been shaped over 500 million years. Inside, visitors can marvel at an array of spectacular formations including stalactites, stalagmites, underground lakes, and cave pearls. The cave also houses unique rock formations such as Sajabawi Rock, Dodamsambongbawi Rock, a statue resembling the Virgin Mary, and the romantically named Thousand-year Love Rock. The cave is conveniently located just one kilometer from the Danyang Intercity Bus Terminal.

Sono Moon Danyang Ocean Play (소노문 단양 오션플레이)

Sono Moon Danyang Ocean Play (소노문 단양 오션플레이)

14.3 Km    44849     2021-07-09

187-17, Sambong-ro, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-1588-4888

Sono Moon Danyang Ocean Play is an indoor water park supplying clean heated water. With numerous hot springs and amusement facilities that are open year round, it is the perfect vacation spot for families, couples and friends. The water park has the biggest bade pool in Korea as well as pools including couple bath, cave bath, event bath and more. The health pool with carbonated water will help guests relax from the hustle and bustle of the city life.

Sono Moon Danyang (소노문 단양(구 대명리조트 단양))

Sono Moon Danyang (소노문 단양(구 대명리조트 단양))

14.3 Km    21268     2021-07-02

187-17, Sambong-ro, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-1588-4888

Sono Moon Danyang is located in the central region of Korea where various famous landmarks like Eight Scenic Spots of Danyang, Chungjuho Lake, Sobaeksan Moutain, Gosudonggul Cave, and Guinsa Temple are situated. The resort is thought to be a base camp for resting, leisure and sports. The resort also features a 8-meter-high grand aquarium, housing 22,000 freshwater fish from 187 different species in Danuri Aquarium, is the largest freshwater fish ecological hall in Korea. Aqua World is a special facility of Danyang Resort available all year round for health and resting. Natural carbonated water from 750 meters underground is used for varied baths. The bade pool is largest of its kind in Korea and gives a fun experience of a health pool with carbonated water.

Danuri Aquarium (단양 다누리아쿠아리움)

Danuri Aquarium (단양 다누리아쿠아리움)

14.5 Km    10974     2021-05-12

111, Subyeon-ro, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-420-2951

Located in Danyang, Danuri Aquarium houses a lot of freshwater fish with a wide array of fish species from Korea and overseas, consisting of 20,000 fish of 63 species and 1,600 fish of 87 species, respectively. Visitors can enjoy a wide selection of fish including Siniperca, a traditional fish from the Namhangang River, sweetfish and Korean bitterling, as well as various fish species from other countries all in one spot. Also, the aquarium offers a special sightseeing point, in the form of a fish tank decorated with the theme of Eight Scenic Views of Danyang.

* Fish tanks: 127 exhibition tanks, 43 habituating tanks, approx. 915 tons

Yeongju Modern History & Culture Street (영주근대역사문화거리)

Yeongju Modern History & Culture Street (영주근대역사문화거리)

14.5 Km    0     2024-02-23

Yeongju-dong, Yeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Yeongju Modern History and Culture Street serves as a historical and cultural hub, encapsulating the life and times of early twentieth-century Yeongju. The street is dotted with cultural properties officially recognized by the Cultural Heritage Administration. Highlights include the preserved official residences No. 5 and No. 7 of Yeongju Station, once home to railway station employees. Additionally, visitors can explore the Pungguk Rice Mill, showcasing vintage rice milling machinery; Yeongju Jeil Church, a 1909-built structure exemplifying Gothic-style architecture; Yeongju-dong Modern Hanok, a subsidiary structure of an ancient residence; and the still-operating Yeonggwang Barber Shop, a testament to the area's enduring heritage.

Doljip Sikdang (돌집식당)

Doljip Sikdang (돌집식당)

14.5 Km    24527     2024-02-26

11, Jungang 2-ro, Danyang-eup, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Doljip Sikdang is a restaurant near the Danyang Bus Terminal that serves dolsotbap (hot stone pot rice) and garlic dishes. Indeed, its gondeure maneul jeongsik (thistle and garlic set menu) has captured the tastebuds of its regulars for two generations. The restaurant’s set menus, such as heungmaneul jeongsik (black garlic set menu), doljip jeongsik (Doljip set menu), gondeure maneul jeongsik (thistle and garlic set menu), and gondeure jeongsik (thistle set menu), all feature garlic dishes. It also serves a la carte dishes like bulgogi, maneul yukhoe (garlic and beef tartare), Danyang maneul tteokgalbi (grilled garlic and galbi patties), suyuk (boiled pork slices), and deodeok gui (grilled deodeok). Notably, side dishes are made with garlic, Danyang’s specialty, which isn’t too spicy and taper off to gentle sweetness. 

Ohak Sikdang (오학식당)

Ohak Sikdang (오학식당)

14.8 Km    39016     2024-02-26

4-1, Sangjin 13-gil, Danyang-eup, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Ohak Sikdang is famous for its mukbap (chilled acorn jelly and rice soup), which is made using acorns and mushrooms. Mukbap (chilled acorn jelly and rice soup) is made by topping rice with long and thin slices of acorn jelly, sauce, vegetables, kimchi, and cold soup. Ohak Sikdang’s signature menus are mukbap jeongsik (chilled acorn jelly and rice soup set menu) and baekban (set menu). The side dishes here are quite good as well. Other menus include sundubu (soft bean curd jjigae), suyuk (boiled pork slices), and dubu jeongol (bean curd hot pot).

Seonamgyegok Valley (Haseonam Rock) (선암계곡(하선암))

Seonamgyegok Valley (Haseonam Rock) (선암계곡(하선암))

15.2 Km    10387     2021-05-14

1337, Seonamgyegok-ro, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-422-1146

Seonamgyegok Valley is a clean 10-kilometer valley stretching from Gasan-ri to Daejam-ri in Danyang. Among the Eight Scenic Views of Danyang, Teukseonam Rock and Soseonam Rock are located here. This valley is known for its dense forests, strange rock formations, and clear and clean valleys, and is one of the best destinations in summer to camp and play in the water. Nearby attractions include Soseonam Recreational Forest, Teukseonam Camping Site, Soseonam Amusement Park, and Special Seonam Camping Site.