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Uriso (우리소)

Uriso (우리소)

14.7Km    2021-03-30

7, Naeto-ro 7-gil, Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-646-2626

It is a place that sells only the finest 1++ luxury Korean beef. The best menu at this restaurant is rib eye steak. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do.

Chungju Hwalok Cave (충주 활옥동굴)

Chungju Hwalok Cave (충주 활옥동굴)

14.7Km    2025-03-16

26 Mokbeoran-gil, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Developed in 1922 during the Japanese Forced Occupation, this is the only talc mine in Korea and is the largest in the East, with a recorded length of 57km, an unofficial length of 87km, and an underground vertical x_height of 711m. A 2.5km-long stretch of the cave has been developed into a tourist site, filled with light sculptures, performance venues, and health therapy zones. LED, neon, and a variety of natural lights create a mysterious atmosphere, and since the temperature stays between 11 and 15 degrees year-round, it's even more popular in summer. There is also a kayaking experience that allows visitors to see inside the cave by kayaking in a lake created by mineral water.
Note that the temperature inside the cave averages between 11 and 15 degrees Celsius, which is warm in the winter but cold in the summer, so you'll want to bring a long-sleeved jacket.

Nosong Sikdang (노송식당)

Nosong Sikdang (노송식당)

15.0Km    2024-02-23

5, Naeto-ro, 43-gil, Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-647-4752

Nosong Sikdang, a celebrated grilled fish restaurant with a tradition spanning over 30 years, is so well-regarded that diners often wait for a table. It offers two varieties of grilled fish: marinated and simply grilled. The gajami yangnyeom gui (grilled marinated plaice) comes highly recommended. Beyond this specialty, guests can savor other seafood delights including goldeye rockfish, ray, dried pollack, and silver pomfret. Additionally, muneo sukhoe (parboiled octopus) and ojingeo bokkeum (stir-fried squid) are popular choices among visitors.

Chungjuho Lake (충주호)

Chungjuho Lake (충주호)

15.0Km    2024-03-08

Jodong-ri, Dongnyang-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-850-5114

Chungjuho Lake is the nation’s largest lake, and was formed after the construction of Chungju Dam. When constructing the dam, an area of approximately 66.48 ㎢ was submerged throughout three regions in Chungju, Danyang and Jecheon. Even though nearly 50,000 people lost their hometown, the lake became a famous regional tourist spot, along with Woraksan National Park, Songgye Valley, Cheongpung Culture Center, Eight Sceneries of Danyang, Gosu Cave, Guinsa Temple, Suanbo Hot Springs, Nodong Cave and other spots.

Tourists can enjoy the scenic area on five ferry docks from Chungjunaru, main ferry dock of Chungju Dam, Cheongpungnaru, Janghoenaru where Gudambong Peak and Oksunbong Peak are located, Danyangnaru in Danyang-eup, and Woraknaru located near the beautiful scenery of Woraksan Mountain. From Chungju Dam to Janghoenaru, it takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, making it a long-distance course and offers special sightseeing on board. This course also holds great views of Chungjuho Lake and Yeongbong Peak of Woraksan Mountain, the surrounding scenery of Woraknaru, and two scenic spots of Danyang which are Gudanbong and Oksunbong Peak featuring uniquely-shaped rocks and peaks. This course is the most attractive among Chungjuho ferry excursion routes.

Nodaji (노다지)

Nodaji (노다지)

15.1Km    2021-03-20

21, Naeto-ro, 47-gil, Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-648-8865

A restaurant introduced in Korean gourmet programs with seats for groups, and parking lots. The best menu at this restaurant is beef tartare bibimbap. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do.

Danyang Jeokseong Fortress (단양 적성)

Danyang Jeokseong Fortress (단양 적성)

15.1Km    2023-04-12

San3-1, Habang-ri, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-422-1146

Danyang Jeokseong Fortress is a fortress made of stones gathered from Seongjaesan Mountain in Danyang. The fortress was built surrounding the mountain's southern slope and summit.

The fortress had a circumference of 923 meters, but most of it has been destroyed; the only remaining section is a 3-meter part of the inner wall in the northeast quarter. Three gates were found in the southwest, east, and southeast areas. Inside of the fortress is a stone stele.

Danyang Jeokseongbi Monument of Silla (단양 신라 적성비)

Danyang Jeokseongbi Monument of Silla (단양 신라 적성비)

15.1Km    2021-05-14

Habang 3-gil, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-422-1146

The Danyang Jeokseongbi Monument of Silla was erected by King Jinheung, the 24th King of Silla Kingdom, as a public announcement board. It was found at Jeokseongsanseong Fortress in Danyang in 1978.

The stone stele is broken into three parts: the two lower pieces are inscribed with 280 letters, which spell out the names of people, locations and positions from the Silla Kingdom period, whereas, the top piece has 100 letters which are mostly destroyed. The discovery of the monument helped illuminate political development and statuses of the time.

Jongdaengi Trail (충주호 종댕이길)

Jongdaengi Trail (충주호 종댕이길)

15.2Km    2025-03-17

Jongmin-dong, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Simhangsan Mountain, located adjacent to Chungjuho Lake, is affectionately known as Jongdaengi Mountain due to the presence of a shrine. The construction of Chungju Dam in 1985 led to the formation of Chungjuho Lake and the subsequent disappearance of a village. The Jongdaengi Trail, a scenic walking path along Simhangsan Mountain, offers breathtaking views of Chungjuho Lake. Along the trail, visitors can discover an ecological pond and a suspension bridge, enhancing the overall experience.

Mancheonha Skywalk (만천하 스카이워크)

Mancheonha Skywalk (만천하 스카이워크)

15.4Km    2025-03-17

10 Otbawi-gil, Jeokseong-myeon, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-421-0014

Mancheonha Skywalk is located on a cliff of Nahangang River approximately 80-90 meters above waters. Visitors can enjoy walking on the clouds with the view of the waters below. Panoramic view of Danyang and Sobaeksan Mountain can be seen at the observatory. Thrill-seekers can enjoy the glass bottom walkway as well as nearby attractions including zipline and alpine coaster.

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This is where Lee Young-ja received a plaque of appreciation, and Jeon Hyun-moo and Yoo Byung-jae gave a celebratory performance. Although often featured as an event venue on TV shows, Mancheonha Skywalk is best known for its observatory, with sweeping views of Danyang’s scenery. It attracts many tourists not only for the views but also for the variety of activities it offers.

Suyanggae Prehistory Museum (수양개선사유물전시관)

Suyanggae Prehistory Museum (수양개선사유물전시관)

15.4Km    2023-04-13

390, Suyanggaeyujeok-ro, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-423-8502

Suyanggae Prehistory Museum boasts itself as the largest prehistoric site in Korea. The museum contains a multitude of remains, especially stone toolkits, of the late Stone Age and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The stone toolkits were discovered by a museum of Chungbuk National University while the team was on the project to excavate historical remains around the site that were submerged due to the construction of Chungju Dam. The museum provides detailed explanations and maps marked for the prehistorical sites in Danyang. Visitors can learn the life and wisdom of Paleolithic man in the museum.