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Midongsan Arboretum (미동산수목원)

2014-10-13

51, Sumogwon-gil, Miwon-myeon, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-220-6101

Opened on May 4, 2001, Midongsan Arboretum in Cheongju, Chungcheongbuk-do is a provincial arboretum, built to develop and propagate forestry techniques and found ecological education environments.

Covering an area of 3,114,049.60㎡ (942,000 pyeong), the arboretum houses almost 873 species of plants and 652,000 plants in 11 exhibition halls including an Oak tree hall, a Maple tree hall, and a genetics hall, which presents plant genetic resources like Jeongipumsong hugyemok (succession of pine tree).

In addition to the 11 themed arboretum halls, Midongsan Arboretum also has a forestry educational hall, plant seed bank, research center for wild plants, nature experience camp, and more.

Sangsoo Herb Land (상수허브랜드)

2020-07-10

18, Buyongoecheon-gil, Seowon-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-277-6633

Sangsoo Herb Land is an arboretum which houses 1,000 species of herbs throughout its 82,645㎡ (25,000 pyeong) area. The glass greenhouse, spanning over 9,917㎡ (3,000 pyeong), keeps herbs fresh and green, even in the winter season. Herb Land is well-known for their flowers that bloom year-round, as well their diverse events including the Herb Land Festival held in May each year, wedding ceremonies, banquets, hands-on program classes, and more.

Sangsoo Herb Land provides a wide array of programs for visitors. The major event is the Herb Land Festival, aiming to spread knowledge on the use of diverse herbs, including introducing the aromatic value of herb plants in landscaping and as a natural insecticide, as well as the health benefits of herbal foods. Participants can take part in seminars and hands-on activities to learn more about herbs.

The banquet room on the second floor can accommodate large groups for events, serving excellent herb dishes at reasonable prices. An outdoor wedding service surrounded by beautiful gardens is also available.

Gongjaksan Mountain (공작산)

2025-01-14

Hwachon-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-430-2791

Gongjaksan Mountain, spreading out from the peak with an altitude of 887.4 meters, resembles the outstretched wings of a peacock (gongjak in Korean). Looking out from the top of the mountain, the entirety of Hongcheon County can be seen, as well as beautifully shaped cliffs spread throughout.

Sutagyegok Valley is very picturesque with wonderful rock outcrops and surroundings. This 8 kilometer-long valley links Sutasa Temple, which is about 6 kilometers lower than the peak, to Nocheon-ri.

Something for nearly every season with royal azalea flowers in spring, old pine trees and colorful foliage in fall, and snow-covered trees in winter, Gongjaksan Mountain's beauty catches the attention of hikers year-round.

Ttansan Mountain (딴산)

2021-06-22

Hwacheon-eup, Hwacheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-440-2547

Located just four kilometers away from Hwacheon-eup, Ttansan Mountain is nestled between Paroho Lake and the entrance to Peace Dam, making it appear more like an island floating on the water rather than a mountain.
This small island-like mountain offers an interesting and unique setting and the nearby mountains provide a cooling effect with its shadows on the water creating a relaxing resting area.

Surime (수리뫼 [한국전통음식체험교육원])

2021-01-28

110-32, Poseok-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-748-2507

Surime is a traditional Korean food experience center owned and operated by Park Mi-suk who studied under Hwang Hye-seong, holder of the Intangible Cultural Property No. 38, Royal Cuisine of the Joseon Dynasty. The institute operates various traditional cooking experience programs open to everyone. The institute shares the walls of the Choi family home, designated as a cultural asset, spanning over 1,652.89 ㎡ with well-preserved hanok structures built over 100 years ago.

Sejong Lake Park (세종호수공원 일원)

2026-02-03

216 Dasom-ro, Sejong-si
+84-44-301-3926

Sejong Lake Park is a large scale man-made park and is one of the major tourism destinations in Sejong. On weekends, the area is packed with visitors who come to relax and enjoy performances, festivals and cultural events.

Ilsan Lake Park (일산호수공원)

2026-03-23

595 Hosu-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-8075-4346

Ilsan Lake Park is an artificial lake park built as part of the city development project. The park is equipped with convenient facilities and attractions, including a riverside square, a walking path, recreational amenities, and ecological experience facilities. The park also serves as the venue for International Horticulture Goyang Korea, as well as other cultural and seasonal events.

Sandglass Park (모래시계공원)

2024-12-23

990-1 Heonhwa-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Sandglass Park is surrounded by the East Sea, mountains and Jeongdongjin 2-ri Village. Sandglass Park has pine trees, benches facing the sea, and access to Jeongdongjin Beach. At the center of the park is a giant sandglass that is set to measure one year. Sandglass Park was established in 1999 by the city of Gangneung and Samsung Electronics Co. to commemorate the upcoming millennium. Part of this commemoration was the building of the giant sandglass at the park. The sandglass has a diameter of 8.06 meters, x_width of 3.2 meters, weight of 40 tons and holds 8 tons of sand, making it one of the biggest sandglasses in the world. It takes a whole year for sand to trickle to the bottom and then the sandglass restarts again on New Year’s Day each year at midnight.

Kim Kwangseok-gil Street (김광석 길 (김광석다시그리기길))

2025-10-23

2238, Dalgubeol-daero, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-218-1053

Kim Kwangseok-gil Street is a mural street near Bangcheon Market in the neighborhood where musician Kim Kwang-seok used to live prior to his passing. The 350 meter-long wall has statues and murals depicting his life and music. Every autumn, the area of Bangcheon Market and Dongseongno hosts a “Kim Kwang-seok Singing Contest” in his memory.

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The place where Robin and Ha-na go on a last date together is Kim Kwangseok-gil Street, a series of alleyways next to Bangcheon Market adorned with murals dedicated to the legendary singer Kim Kwang-Seok. It also features many famous cafés and restaurants, so it is a popular date spot.

Jeolgolgyegok Valley [National Geopark] (절골협곡 (청송 국가지질공원))

2025-01-14

San 124, Jusanji-ri, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-870-6111

Jeolgolgyegok Valley is located along the mountain ridgeline connecting Gamebong Peak and Wanggeoam Rock in Juwangsan Mountain. It stretches for 5 kilometers from Jeolgol Valley Visitor's Center to Daemun Bridge. The valley is formed of vocanic tuffs that were welded and compacted after cooling down, which resulted in forming vertical cracks, leaving rocks to fall out and create a steep valley cliff.

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