Dariangyegok Valley (다리안계곡)

12.8Km 2021-07-27

528-10, Darian-ro, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-422-1146

Dariangyegok Valley is located in the Darian Local Tourist Site near Danyang. The water in the valley curves around smooth rocks in between the lush forest. People visit in the summer to escape the heat.

Dariangyegok Valley has cold water flowing from Sobaeksan Mountain. The area around the valley is equipped with convenience facilities such as huts, campsites, a parking lot, convenience store and more, making it the best family destination. Near the middle of the valley, legend says a dragon ascended to the sky leaving a mark on the big rock. Nearby attractions include caves, Dodamsambong Peak, Gudambong Peak, Oksunbong Peak and many more. These abundant attractions make Dangyang a favorite tourist destination among visitors.

Gosudonggul Cave (단양 고수동굴)

12.8Km 2024-10-08

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 nearly 1,700 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.

Cheongnyeongpo Scenic Spot (청령포)

13.3Km 2024-04-02

133 Cheongnyeongpo-ro, Yeongwol-eup, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do

Cheongnyeongpo Scenic Spot is one of Yeongwol's representative tourist destinations, also well known as Joseon's 6th king Danjong’s home in exile. The Namhangang River surrounds its three sides, and there are mountains on the other side. It is only accessible by boat. For reference, there is no set schedule for the departure and arrival of the boat, and it starts operating once the travelers are seated to some extent. Travelers are welcomed by tall pine trees when entering Cheongnyeongpo. There are many historical sites, such as Danjong's home in exile, a pine tree about 600 years old called Gwaneumsong, and Manghyangtap Tower, which serves as an observatory.

Yeongwol Donggang Hanu (영월동강한우)

13.4Km 2024-04-02

65 Hasongan-gil, Yeongwol-eup, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do

Korean beef from Gangwon State is known for its taste and nutrition. The place is a Korean beef restaurant in Yeongwol. It has a separate butcher shop selling just meat and a self-service dining area, so the price is reasonable. There is a service charge of 5,000 won for guests 14 years and older and 3,000 won for elementary school students. Meat can be purchased at the butcher in the cut and texture of one's choice, ensuring high levels of satisfaction. Extras and sides (beef tartare, bulgogi, cold buckwheat noodles, soybean paste jjigae, etc.) and A La Carte (rice soup, beef bone soup, beef tartare bibimbap, etc.) are also available.

Be, Bridge Pool Villa Resort (Selene) (비브릿지)

13.6Km 2024-12-19

2295-12 , Yeongwoldong-ro, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-372-2000

Be, Bridge Pool Villa Resort is a pension in Kimsatgat-myeon, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do. It consists of 7 Grand Pool Villa, two-storey detached building(Poolmoon Stay) for a couple. Each room in the pension has a private swimming pool. Grand Pool Villa rooms have a private garden and barbecue facilities. Some rooms have private spas: Full Moon Stay has duplex rooms with a spa on the 1st floor and individual terrace rooms on the 2nd. There is also a children’s sandpit, a sledding area, and a heated outdoor swimming pool.

Doljip Sikdang (돌집식당)

13.7Km 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.

Danuri Aquarium (단양 다누리아쿠아리움)

13.8Km 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 Birosa Temple (비로사 (영주))

13.8Km 2021-06-11

661-29, Samga-ro, Yeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-638-5033

Birosa Temple is located at the southern foot of Birobong, the highest peak of Sobaeksan Mountain. It was founded by revered Buddhist monk Uisang Daesa in the 20th year of King Munmu’s reign (AD 680) during the Silla Kingdom. The temple’s Buddha statues and the flagpole supports reveal the long history of this ancient temple.

To the left of the entrance to Birosa Temple stand a pair of flagpole supports. The 4.8-meter-high flagpole supports facing each other have a meticulous structure. Inside the temple precincts is Jingongdaesa Bobeoptapbi, a stele with a stone turtle base erected in honor of the great monk Jingong Daesa.

The temple enshrines the Amitabha and Vairocana Buddha statues, which were created during the Silla Kingdom in the late 9th century. Both of these Buddha statues realistically depict the human form, and show similar characteristics, which reveal that they were crafted by the same artisan. Preserving such valuable cultural heritages, Birosa Temple also has a serene view of Birobong Peak on Sobaeksan Mountain.

* Major cultural properties: Stone Seated Amitabha and Vairocana Buddha Statues (Treasure No. 996), Samgadong Stone Flagpole Supports (Provincial Tangible Cultural Property No. 7)

Café Slowly (카페 느리게)

13.8Km 2024-04-02

37 Cheongnyeongpo-ro, Yeongwol-eup, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do

It's a cafe located near Cheongnyeongpo Scenic Site. Visitors can enjoy the riverside scenery of Yeongwol from a window seat. The signature drinks are Corn-spänner and Barley Dango. Corn-spänner is a sweet, creamy drink made with corn milk and cream, and Barley Dango is a drink made with finely ground barley, roasted grain powder, homemade cream, and dango. Guests are warmly welcomed into the cafe by the resident cat, making it especially suitable for travelers who love pets.

Danyang Gugyeong Traditional Market (open on dates ending in 1 and 6) (단양장 / 단양구경시장 (1, 6일))

14.0Km 2025-10-23

31 Dojeon 5-gil, Danyang-eup, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-422-1706

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ENHYPEN’s journey in Danyang for their show “SO SO FUN” began at this market. From the black garlic dakgangjeong (deep-fried and braised chicken) that Sunwoo eagerly anticipated on the taxi ride to the bugak (vegetable and seaweed chips) that the members couldn’t stop raving about, the market offers a delicious variety of Danyang’s local specialties.

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