Yeongju Birosa Temple (비로사 (영주))

18.0Km 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)

Sobaeksan National Park Nature Center (소백산생태탐방원)

18.1Km 2024-12-10

253 Yeongdan-ro, Dansan-myeon, Yeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Located inside Sobaeksan National Park, the Sobaeksan National Park Nature Center specializes in ecological experiences and environmental education. The center operates various programs by leveraging the superb ecological system of the Sobaeksan Mountain area. Programs include Sobaeksan Mountain climbing and ginseng experiences for physical health; forest meditation for mental health; and wellness programs with a focus on visiting world heritage sites related to Buddhist culture, for social well-being. Other programs include seasonal ecotourism programs (short-term programs); environmental education for future generations; and cooking classes using local specialties to lead the way for ecological well-being. Additionally, the center has an auditorium & classrooms(for education, training or conferences), and a cafeteria. Individuals and group visitors can use the facilities. Nearby tourist destinations include the Red Fox Eco Park, where visitors can observe first-class endangered wild animals; and historical and cultural sites, such as Buseoksa Temple and Sosuseowon Confucian Academy, which were designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Jukheon Traditional House [Korea Quality] / 죽헌고택 [한국관광 품질인증]

18.4Km 2023-09-05

24 , Taejangjukheon-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-10-5217-2174

Jukheon Old House is an old house near Bongjeongsa Temple in Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do. Originally built in 1886 by independence activist Kim Ga-jin, it was later acquired by Jukheon Lee Hyeon-chan and until recently was used as a family gathering place for jaesa ancestral rites. There are three 2-person guestrooms (Jukheon Gallery Room, Seojae Room and Elizabeth Room) and one four-person room (Jukheon-dong Farm Room). Visitors can explore the old thatched millhouse with its ancient treadmill, or enjoy a walk along Queen Elizabeth Road to Bongjeongsa Temple. A simple complimentary breakfast is provided.

Byeolcheongung (별천궁)

18.9Km 2021-03-30

141, Bongjeongsa-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-857-4168

It is a restaurant with a hanok interior. This restaurant's signature menu is set menu with grilled salted mackerel. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do.

Huibangsa Temple (Yeongju) (희방사(영주))

19.0Km 2024-03-08

278 Jungnyeong-ro 1720beon-gil, Punggi-eup, Yeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Huibangsa Temple is a temple located at an altitude of 850 meters in a valley south of Yeonhwabong Peak within Sobaeksan National Park. Founded in 643, it preserves the first Korean Buddhist scripture, the "Worinseokbo," and traditional Korean architectural styles. Surrounding areas are adorned with Sobaeksan Mountain's forests, offering opportunities for forest bathing and hiking. Flowing through the valley is a stream, adjacent to which stands the Huibangpokpo Falls, towering at 28 meters high.

Chunujae House / 춘우재고택

19.6Km 2025-03-05

101 , Matjil-gil, Yecheon-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-655-1717

Chunoojae Old House in Jeogok-ri, Yecheon-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, is a late Joseon period hanok built by Kwon Jin, grandson of Kwon Eui. Gingko, peepal trees and chrysanthemums grow in its well-tended yard, and every year the petals are gathered for tea brewing, and the branches trimmed and soaked to make alcohol. There are seven guestrooms, and in the summer group visitors can make a bigger space by renting 2 or 3 together. Various traditional food experiences, such as soybean paste making, are offered. For groups of 10 or more, reservations should be made at least a week in advance.

Nosongjeong Head House (노송정종택(퇴계생가))

19.6Km 2024-12-13

46-5 , Onhyejungma-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-856-1052

Nosongjeong Head House is located in Dosan-myeon, Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do and is the birthplace of Toegye Yi Hwang. The room in which Toegye Yi Hwang was born is known as Toegye Taesil, and it is uniquely designed in the shape of a castle with banisters covering three sides of the center. There are seven guest rooms, including keun sarangchae (large detached building) and chaekbang (study), and a bathroom in anbang (main room). Nosongjeong Pavilion consists of two large rooms with a maru equivalent of a wide wooden-floored area, and the bathroom and shower are outside. Guests staying in the upper room, lower room, large room, and small room also have to use the outdoor bathroom. Nearby are historic sites such as the Dosanseowon Confucian Academy, Cheongnyangsa Temple, and Gukmangbong Peak.

On-gye Jongtaeg (Sambaegdang) / 온계종택 삼백당

19.8Km 2025-03-04

20 , Onhyejungma-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-10-8704-3434, +82-10-2988-3435

Ongye Jongtaek Sambaekdang in Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do, is a restored hanok and original home of Ongye Lee Hae, the older brother of the famous Toegye Lee Hwang. Right outside the hanok stands a 500-year-old chestnut tree, symbolic guardian of the village. Some guestrooms have bathrooms with toilet, while some have AC. The shower room, laundry room, kitchen, storage room, and wood-floor sitting room are shared. For groups of 10 or more, an outdoor barbecue can be arranged - but inquire ahead. Visitors who book in advance can take part in handicraft programs such as tea-bag making.

Bonghwa Pavilion Culture Center(봉화정자문화생활관)

19.8Km 2024-12-13

88 , Buraengi-gil, Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-679-6963

Visitors to the Bonghwa Pavilion Cultural Residence Center can experience the Nujeong culture firsthand during their stay in the Solhyangchon, which is set in Oesam-ri, Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, and is themed around traditional towers and pavilions. Solhyangchoin can be divided into pensions and guest rooms, and reservations can only be made through the Bonghwa-gun Sports Facility Office's website. The pavilion exhibition hall, the pavilion garden, the pavilion rest area, and the dormitory yard are also available for your use. Nearby tourist attractions include Changpyeong Forest Park, Dadeok Mineral Spring Tourist Site, and Munsusan Natural Recreation Forest.

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