Gongju Donghaksa Temple (동학사(공주))

12.2Km 2020-03-16

462, Donghaksa 1-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-42-825-2570

Located in the east valley of Gyeryongsan Mountain in Hakbong-ri, Banpo-myeon, Gongju, Donghaksa Temple is the first and the oldest existing academic institute for female monks. Home to about 150 monks who study and practice Buddhism, the temple is the most visited spot on all of Gyerongsan Mountain due to its history, convenient location, and visitor facilities.

The elegant structure of the temple is x_heighted by the majestic view of Munpilbong Peak to its front. In the spring, many visitors come to the temple to see the cherry blossom tunnel, a 3 kilometer pathway from Bakjeongja three-way intersection to Donghaksa Temple. Every year since 1993 the temple has also been the venue of the Donghaksa Spring Flower Festival.

Yahojeong (야호정)

12.5Km 2024-02-15

1869 Daecheonghosu-ro, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon

Yahojeong is a freshwater fish cuisine restaurant located near Daecheongho Lake. It offers jangeo gui (grilled eel) prepared with a special sauce and a refreshing maeuntang (spicy fish stew) made with mandarin fish, catfish, and shrimp. Situated in front of Daecheongho Lake, it allows diners to enjoy their meal accompanied by a beautiful lakeside view, making it a popular dining spot among locals.

Gyeryongsan Ceramics Village (계룡산도예촌)

12.5Km 2025-02-04

71-25 Doyechon-gil, Banpo-myeon, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Gyeryongsan Ceramics Village is a traditional pottery community formed by potters on the northern slopes of Gyeryongsan Mountain. It is home to the kiln site where Gyeryongsan iron-underglaze buncheong ware, unique to this area, was produced. The village also features a pottery culture center, an exhibition hall, a shop, a workshop, and a gallery café. Visitors can purchase distinctive works created by artists and enjoy hands-on activities like coiling, using a spinning wheel, and painting pottery.

Dasom Chaban (다솜차반)

12.8Km 2024-02-13

29 Gyebaek-ro 421beon-gil, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

Dasom Chaban is a Korean table d'hote restaurant celebrated for its picturesque garden setting. The restaurant presents a range of meticulously crafted full-course meals, distinguished by their tidy presentation and ample portions. The standout dish is the geongang borigulbi jeongsik (barley-aged dried yellow croaker set menu), featuring an appetizer, assorted side dishes, and over ten different delicacies, with bori gulbi as the main course. Nestled on the outskirts of Daejeon, it offers an ideal retreat for a leisurely drive and a delightful dining experience.

Place Flora (플레이스플로라)

12.8Km 2024-02-15

57-54 Hoenam-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Place Flora is a dining café featuring a greenhouse made of glass. Functioning as both a café and an Italian restaurant, it offers a range of dining options including margherita pizza, pasta, and risotto, along with a variety of beverage choices. Located near Daecheong Dam, the café boasts beautiful scenery, making it an ideal spot for a drive and a relaxing meal.

Geumgang Recreational Forest (Arboretum, Forest Museum) (금강자연휴양림(금강수목원,산림박물관))

12.9Km 2025-05-20

110, Sallimbangmulgwan-gil, Sejong-si
+82-41-635-7400

Along the river from Gongju toward Daejeon there is Geumgang River to the right. Following this river, there is a red arch-shaped bridge on the right called Bultigyo Bridge. Geumgang Recreational Forest, a large and well-organized forest, is located on the other side of this bridge. In the past, this remote village can only be reached by boat. In 1994, the Chungnam Forest Environment Research Institute moved to this area and designated the well-preserved dense forest as Geumgang Recreational Forest, and the Forest Museum opened in October 1997. Geumgang Recreational Forest is different from other recreational forests. Rather than a dense forest with a trail, this forest has a variety of attractions such as the Forest Museum, an arboretum, greenhouse, pond, and wildlife park scattered on well-maintained roads, giving the impression of a city park.

Byeolcheonji Sikdang (별천지식당)

13.3Km 2024-02-15

29 Sanseo-ro 1659beon-gil, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Byeolcheonji Sikdang is a Korean nutritious food restaurant renowned for its specialization in baeksuk (whole chicken soup). Their standout dish is oribaeksuk (whole duck soup), meticulously prepared with cordyceps and a blend of traditional medicinal herbs to enrich both its flavor and health benefits. Additionally, the restaurant is acclaimed for its baeksuk made with native chicken and galbi tang (galbi soup). Set next to a serene pond, Byeolcheonji Sikdang provides a peaceful atmosphere for guests to enjoy their meals.

Sejong Jeongwol Daeboreum National Kite-flying Contest (2025 세종시 정월대보름 전국 연날리기 대회)

13.3Km 2025-05-20

Sejong-dong, Sejong-si
+82-44-865-2411

Jeongwol Daeboreum, the Great Full Moon Festival, is celebrated on the 15^th day of the first month of the lunar calendar. It is a traditional holiday celebrated with family, wishing for health and happiness. Visitors can create lifelong memories with traditional Korean games and programs. Visitors can also participate in the Jeongwol Daeboreum National Kite-flying Contest.

Geumgang Pedestrian Bridge (금강보행교)

13.4Km 2025-08-07

Sejong-ri, Sejong-si
+82-44-868-9127

Geumgang Pedestrian Bridge, a landmark of Sejong-si, opened in March 2022. It is the first two-story bridge in Korea, and its futuristic design inspired by the concept of traveling through time contributes to beautifying the city's aesthetics. The upper part of the pedestrian bridge is equipped with a rest area, space for events and activities, and other convenience facilities, whereas the lower part is a bicycle-only road for safety and smoooth riding.

Gyeryong Military Culture Festival (계룡軍문화축제)

13.6Km 2025-08-14

Jeongjang-ri, Sindoan-myeon, Gyeryong-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-42-840-2621

Gyeryong Military Culture Festival, one of Korea’s prestigious festivals, features various performances, including an opening act and military culture concert with rock, trot, and K-pop acts. In addition, military band performances, road parades, and various hands-on experience programs are held, offering diverse content that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

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