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Oeyeondo Island (외연도)
Chungcheongnam-do(Boryeong-si)

Located about 50㎞ west of Boryeong-si, Oeyeondo Island is the farthest of over 70 islands off the coast of the city, and has a population of only a couple of hundred people. Designated as one of eight treasures of Boryeong-si, the island offers a small hiking trail that takes its course through an ancient evergreen forest and towering sea cliff views of surrounding islands. Island History The history of the island's inhabitation dates back to 202 BC when a Chinese General named Jeonhoeng settled here with about 500 followers after fleeing his failing Je Kingdom. The shrine in the evergreen forest is said to have been erected by the General to commemorate his arrival on the island. Today, a festival is held for him on every January 14th in the hope of healthy child bearing, followed by another festival on January 15th for the Yongwang (Water Dragon Spirit) in the hope of good haul from the Sea.

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Musangsa Temple (무상사)
Chungcheongnam-do()

Musangsa Temple (est. March 2000) is an international Zen Temple created by Monk Sungsan exclusively for foreigners. The temple aims at promoting Korean Zen Buddhism among foreign monks and nuns while encouraging non-Buddhist priests and religious leaders to experience Zen. Located at the foot of Gyeryong Mountain, the temple is surrounded by a forest of pine trees, giving visiting Zen practitioners a chance to experience the genuine natural beauty of Korea. To date, over 600 foreigners from 30 different countries have visited the temple to learn more about Zen meditation. Twice a year (once in the summer and once in the winter) a 3-month program is held for foreign monks and nuns to come and practice Ganhwaseon, a type of Zen Buddhism. Travelers and other foreigners are also welcome to participate in shortened versions of the program, which are typically one week in length. During meditation/program periods, public visits are limited. Buddhist services are held every week. Services presided over by monk Musim are open to the general public and are held in English.

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Cheonan Three-way Intersection Park
Chungcheongnam-do(Cheonan-si)

The Cheonan Three-way Intersection Park (Cheonan Samgeori Park) was known as the Samnamdaero junction back in the day. The prominent gorvernors passed by this road and the humble scholars stopped by to take a rest at this place. The park was built to commemorate Cheonan Samgeori, which is famous for Heungtaryeong (a Korean folk song that expresses happy and joyful feelings). Cheonan aims to make this historic road a tourist attraction by planting weeping willows along the streets. Yeongnamru Pavilion (영남루), the gatehouse of Hwachukgwan House (화축관) (the guesthouse for Kings), was also moved to the lake. Various cultural events like the Cheonan World Dance Festival (Cheonan Heungtaryeong Festival) (천안 흥타령춤축제) take place in this park every year.

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Chilgapsan Recreational Forest (칠갑산자연휴양림)
Chungcheongnam-do(Cheongyang-gun)

Opened in 1996, Chilgapsan Recreational Forest (칠갑산자연휴양림) is surrounded by a beautiful natural forest. The facility consists of a camping site, outdoor stage, walking path, health training center, as well as a natural education center for children.

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Green Rich Farm
Chungcheongnam-do(Taean-gun)

Green Rich Farm (Formerly, Cheongsan Arboretum) is home to over 200 different kinds of wildflowers, trees, and water plants such as lotuses and water lilies. Bridges and trails in the garden make it a romantic place for couples as well as a good place for children to experience nature up close. Since its opening in 1990, the garden is only open July through August, when the Taean Lotus Festival takes place, welcoming visitors who come to see the lotus flowers. It takes about two hours to tour the garden. The best time to enjoy the lotus flowers in full bloom is between 11:00 and 15:00. After 15:00, the lotus flowers begin to close their petals. To minimize the environmental impact caused by large amounts of visitors, the number of visitors per day is limited to 2,000 people. Prior reservation is not required.

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Taehaksan Recreational Forest
Chungcheongnam-do(Cheonan-si)

Samtae Maaebul Buddha (Treasure No. 407), displaying patterns typical of Buddha statues from the Goryeo era, is found here. ‘Taehaksan’ is so named because the mountain is shaped like a dancing crane. There are many different types of native flowers and trees. In particular, a thick pine forest which offers a great refuge for families. * Samtae Maaebul Buddha (삼태마애불) This is a Buddha relief on Sanjeong Rock. It is historically significant because its overall shape, sculpture, and pleats show fine patterns found in Buddha statues from the Goryeo period.  

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Cheollipo Beach
Chungcheongnam-do(Taean-gun)

Cheollipo Beach (천리포해수욕장) is located north of Mallipo Beach in Taean. While smaller and less modern than Mallipo Beach, Cheollipo is a very cozy port. Because of the smooth slope and clean water, this beach is a great place for fishing. Visitors can also catch various shellfish and collect seaweed. Geographically, no separate breakwater is required. Cheollipo Beach is recommended for those who want to enjoy the beauty of a remote port and peaceful ocean as opposed to swimming.

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Gongju Folk Drama Museum (공주민속극박물관)
Chungcheongnam-do(Gongju-si)

The Gongju Folk Drama Museum is a special museum in which a variety of Korean folk arts can be experienced. The dolls, masks and musical instruments that are used in folk dramas, shamanism-related resources and conventional farming implements are on display, nestled in a small, cozy pine grove (9,398㎡). On Saturdays and Sundays, visitors can participate in a mask making program or watch a puppet show. In spring (before and after mid-March, lunar calendar), the Gyeryongsan Sansinje Ritual is practiced near Mt. Gyeryongsan. During the ritual, local festivals are also held. In fall (the first Friday, Saturday and Sunday of every October), the Asian Monodrama Festival is held at a museum theater and outdoor performance stage. During this festival, visitors can watch historic and contemporary Asian monodramas.

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Deoksan Provincial Park
Chungcheongnam-do(Yesan-gun)

The name “Deoksan” has been shortened from its original name, Mt. Deoksungsan. This mountain area boasts a beautiful valleys and the Sudeoksa Temple, which is unique in that only Buddhist nuns can be found here. The main building of the Sudeoksa Temple, the Daeunjeon, has been preserved in its original condition. This was first constructed in 1308 and has been designated a national treasure. As well as the Deungjeon, the Sudeoksa Temple houses many cultural treasures, such as the Sudeoksa 3-storey stone pagoda.

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Yeonginsan Natural Forest (영인산자연휴양림)
Chungcheongnam-do(Asan-si)

Chungnam Asan’s Yeonginsan Natural Forest (영인산자연휴양림) is situated on Yeonginsan Mountain in Yeongin-myeon, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do. The facilities include the Forest Cabin, a sled site, water play site, playground, an arboretum, trail course, and more. Visitors of all ages can enjoy spending time in the forest.

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