Baekdudaegan V-Train (백두대간협곡열차(V-트레인))

0m 19539 2024-02-28

49 Buncheon-gil, Socheon-myeon, Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

“V”是指洛东江的上游溪谷。白头大干峡谷列车是行驶在白头大干洛东江上游溪谷的列车，以白虎为主题进行了喷漆。在荣州~汾川（奉化）~铁岩（太白）路段运行，车窗很大，以每小时30公里左右的速度缓慢运行，可以欣赏洛东江、溪谷、山峦和悬崖，也可以打开窗户。可以在荣州站换乘KTX。

Tonggosan National Recreational Forest (국립 통고산자연휴양림)

11.8 Km 30422 2020-03-27

880, Buryeonggyegok-ro, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-783-3167

Situated in the upper Bulyeongsa Valley, Tonggosan National Recreational Frorest, rarely visited by people in the past, still preserves much of its ancient beauty. Weathered white granite envelops the valley while a variety of waterfalls forms what looks like uniquely shaped water pots.

Next to the valley is Bulyeongsa Temple built by Monk Uisang (during the reign of King Jindeok of the Silla Period). Visitors can enjoy beautiful fall foliage of the forest, and there are a variety of nearby attractions from Bulyeongsa Valley, beaches on the East Coast, and Deokgu/Baekam Hot Springs. Fall foliage tends to peak between October 10th and October 20th.

Visitors must bring their own tents, utensils, toiletries, and other necessary items. The cafeteria in Tonggosan National Recreational Forest opens between mid-July and August.

Seongamje [Korea Quality] / 성암재 [한국관광 품질인증]

12.9 Km 180 2023-12-01

19-18 , Seodong-gil, Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-673-5011

Seongamjae in Chunyang-myeon, Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, was built in 1915 by Seongam Kang Seung-won, son of Uijae Kang Pil who was an early campaigner for independence from Japan. Built of pinewood, the house is now equipped with modern facilities. In-room cooking is not allowed, a pay-for brunch is available. Next door is Bonghwa Mansan Old House, a National Folk Cultural Asset which guests are free to look around. Chunyang Station on the Yeongdong Line is a 5-minute walk away, and a luggage storage service is available.

Cheongoksan National Recreational Forest (국립 청옥산자연휴양림)

13.1 Km 24904 2019-01-25

1552-163, Cheongok-ro, Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-672-1051

Cheongoksan National Recreational Forest is located in Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The forest is composed of 100-year-old white pine trees brimming with pine nuts, along with pines and larches. In the forest, you can see the trees standing tall amidst the majestic rock formations. If you walk along the mountain trail, you will come to a suspension bridge, and after crossing, you will enter a section of forest that has maintained an old, almost primeval, feeling.

In spring, beautiful wild flowers blossom throughout the forest, magnolias in particular, bloom within the valley. Cheongoksan National Recreational Forest features a variety of facilities such as a nearby water park, children’s playground, fitness center, campsite and an outdoor lecture field. The water in the water park is cold and very clean, using natural stream water. In nearby Baekcheongyegok Valley, you may also see Manchurian trout, which live in clean, fresh water streams. Hyeonbulsa Temple is also located in the valley.

Gwonjinsadaek House[Korea Quality] / 권진사댁[한국관광 품질인증]

13.1 Km 1 2023-12-01

39 , Nakcheondang-gil, Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-10-9016-3201

Gwonjinsadaek House is a magnificent historic house with a history of more than 130 years, also known as Seongam House located in Chunyang-myeon, Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do. The first thing you notice as you walk inside past the tall gate is the sarangchae (detached building). There four guest rooms, Keun Sarangbang (large room), Jakeun Sarangbang (small room), Saesarangbang (new study room), and Jungbang (medium-sized room), all of which are ondol (underfloor heated) rooms except for Keun Sarangbang. There are no showers, toilets, or cooking facilities inside the rooms. Breakfast is not provided, but rice cakes and tea are complimentary. Nearby tourist attractions include the Mansan House and the East and West Three-Story Stone Pagodas in Seodong-ri, Bonghwa.

Uljin Geumgang Pine Trail (울진 금강소나무 숲길)

14.2 Km 41277 2023-03-07

527, Sibiryeong-ro, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-781-7118

The Pine Forest Trail on Geumgangsan Mountain in Uljin goes through a beautiful forest of lush pine trees growing tall and straight with uncommonly bright bark. These special trees are called Geumgang Pine Trees, sometimes shortened to "gangsong" ('songi' is pine in Korean). The forest has many old trees, including at 520-year-old "grandfather pine," leading to the forest being designated a protected status. Visitors who wish to walk through the pine tree tunnel and enjoy a 'forest bathing' experience must make reservations in advance.

Geumgangsong Ecorium (금강송 에코리움)

14.4 Km 1 2024-01-09

552 Sibiryeong-ro, Geumgangsong-myeon, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Geumgangsong is a pine tree that is deemed a superior wood variety due to its red hue, minimal cracking, and straight trunk. This tree has been rigorously safeguarded and managed since ancient times, including regulated production and preservation, earning it the moniker "royal pine tree." Situated within the Red Pine Habitat in Uljin, the Geumgangsong Ecorium is a lodging faoffers a variety of facilities: cozy lodging, a Geumgangsong-themed exhibition hall, a sauna, a restaurant, and a trail for forest excursions. It is a highly recommended destination for those seeking an idyllic retreat amid pristine nature with a range of activities. Visitors can immerse themselves in stress-relieving pursuits such as trekking along trails lined with towering red pines, practicing yoga, and crafting soap.

Cheongoksan Mountain (Bonghwa) (청옥산(봉화))

15.1 Km 8581 2024-02-23

Daehyun-ri, Seokpo-myeon, Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-679-6341

Cheongoksan Mountain, towering 1,277 meters above sea level, stands southeast of Mangyeongdae Observatory atop Taebaeksan Mountain. The entire mountain area is designated as a national recreational forest. As the largest of its kind in Korea, it offers an array of facilities including a water playground, fitness station, and campground. Midway up the moutain, visitors can discover Hongjesa Temple and marvel at Goseon Valley, where a 40km-long stream gracefully skirts the mountain. Nearby attractions include Hyeonbulsa Temple, known for its Pagoda to the Fallen Patriots, Bulyoungsa Temple, Cheongnyangsan Mountain, and Samijeong Pavillion.

365 Safe Town (365세이프타운)

18.7 Km 15245 2024-02-22

15 Pyeonghwa-gil, Taebaek-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-550-3101

365 Safe Town is the largest comprehensive safety experience center in the country, integrating education and entertainment facilities under the theme of safety. It features five main 4D experience zones covering earthquakes, forest fires, storm and flood damages, snow disaster, and terrorism, along with Escape from Singing Room and Airplane experience zone. Visitors can learn CPR, descending health line use, fire and smoke escape technique, fire extinguisher use through hands-on experiences.

Uljin Bulyeongsa Temple (불영사(울진))

19.2 Km 15320 2022-01-03

48, Buryeongsa-gil, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-783-5004

Bulyeongsa Temple, located at the western foot of Cheonchuksan Mountain in Uljin, Gyeongsangbuk-do, was built during the Silla period. ‘Bulyeongsa’ means ‘the reflection of Buddha’s shadow on the pond.’ A lovely path leads from the parking area to the temple, and a beautiful pond and green farm in the courtyard give the temple, inhabited by Buddhist nuns, a cozy and welcoming feeling.

The 13 km-long Bulyeongsa Valley is also found around Bulyeongsa Temple. With unique rock formations and thick forest, the valley creates an almost mystical atmosphere. Even though Bulyeongsa Valley is not as magnificent or splendid as Cheonbuldong Valley at Seoraksan Mountain or Mureung Valley and Bogyeongsa Valley at Odaesan Mountain, it offers a serene and beautiful view against the backdrop of Cheonchuksan Mountain.

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