This unique architecture is a reinterpretation of the Hwangryongsa nine-story pagoda format from the Silla period using modern science technology and architecture methods. The building has become a new landmark in Bomun Tourist Complex and is also used as a training institute by offering various programs like meditation. There are simple one-hour programs or overnight tour courses available through prior reservation.
Located on Garisan Mountain (1,051m above the sea level), the Garisan Natural Recreational Forest offers marvelous scenery of rich forest, old pine trees, and uniquely shaped rocks. The forest is equipped with various recreational, accommodation and convenience facilities including campsites, wood cabin, forest walking trails, swimming pool, sports facilities, and outdoor cooking facilities.
House N Garden was created by people who love gardens including Park Won-suk, the TV actress. The garden is comprised of themed private gardens such as the perfume, palm tree, topiary, vegetable, windmill, spa, flower roof gardens and other facilities including a path, a pond, observation deck, a pavilion, a fountain, flower road, flower fences, and a green house. In addition, the garden offers the facilities like a cutting-edge video room, performance room, exhibition room, a café, and a guest house for visitors.
Maemul Islands (매물도) refer to the three islands in Maejuk-ri, Hansan-myeon: Daemaemul Island (대매물도), Somaemul Island (소매물도), and Deungdae (lighthouse) Island (등대도, also known as Geulssingiseom Island (글씽이섬)). The best view can be seen from the sea cliffs of Somaemuldo Island and Deungdaedo Island. Somaemuldo Island, whose entire area is no more than 2.51㎢, is the main island, and Daemaemuldo Island, Hongdo Island, Deungdaedo Island (Haeguemdo Island), Daegueulbido Island and Sogueulbido Island are all smaller islets scattered around the main island. Somaemuldo Island is home to about 20 households.
If you hike up the hill behind the village, you can reach the highest point of Somaemuldo Island, or Mangtaebong. There is a natural observation spot where you can look out at all the islets of Tongyeong including Deungdae Island as well as Haegeumgang of Geoje. The waves hitting the cliffs, generating white foams and rainbow sprays, is one of the most fascinating views on Korean southern coast.
At the peak of summer, you can enjoy water sports or try scuba-diving in the deep areas. Visitors are strongly recommended to look around Somaemuldo Island by passenger boat from which it’s easier to see the surrounding cliffs and wave action.
Jeolgol Valley in the southeast of Juwangsan Mountain isn’t special just for its pure and clear water flowing year-round. With amazing rock formations that tower high above like bamboo sprouts, and a dense forest all around, entering Jeolgol Valley is like entering another world. Upon entering the valley, the wind that buffeted the rock face outside becomes a refreshing breeze, keeping hikers cool even in high summer. The beauty of this 8km-long valley is second only to Juwang Valley.
Located about 1km into the valley is Jusanji Pond. This reservoir is peculiar in the fact that there are many large, old willow trees growing out of the water, creating a mysterious atmosphere.
Chung Young Yang Embroidery Museum was founded in May 2004 to enhance public awareness and appreciation of embroidery art with ample facilities including exhibition hall, library, conservation center, learning center, embroidery study room, education and research rooms. The museum emphasizes on the variety of textiles and embroidery and also features collections from various Northeast Asian countries. The Chung Young Yang Embroidery Museum stresses the importance of embroidery as an evolving form of art through changes in technology, social and cultural environment. In addition, the learning center also aims to become a learning center for scholarship in embroidery and other textile arts that can be appreciated by a wide audience.
Yongcheonsa Temple is a branch temple of Baegyangsa Temple that is No. 18 of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. In the first year of King Mu, (the 30th king of Baekje, in power from 600-641 AD), Haengeun who was a Buddhist priest of eminent virtue, established the temple. The name of temple has the meaning of a spring called “Yongcheon”, that is under the Daeungjeon Hall stairs. According to legend, a dragon used to live in the spring and ascended to heaven. (‘Yong’ means a dragon and ‘cheon’ means a spring).
Visitors can see vivid lotus designs on the stair's handrail and experience the great history of the temple.
Godaesan Mountain (832
meters) is located next to Sintalli Station, which is the railroad disconnection
point of the Gyeongwon Line. It is also on the way to Geumgangsan Mountain.
Godaesan is ideal for mountain hiking because of its natural beauty and well-preserved
ecosystem. Moreover, this is the only mountain in South Korea on which the North Korean territory can be seen.
There are several theories about the origin of the mountain's name.
One is that the mountain had been referred to as "keungore" (big
whale) in the past by local residents. Another is that the mountain looks like the
banggorae (smoke duct) of a Korean traditional heating system when seen from
the Sintan area; this is because the mountain's deep valleys resemble the furrows
under that house that facilitate the passage of hot air to heat the room above.
On a topographic map, the mountain was also marked as "Gotae" (like
the constellations high above). Godaesan also has a dense forest, making
it a suitable source of timber and charcoal. Because of its abundant forest
resources, a jumak (a tavern or inn that served food and liquor and
provided lodging to travelers) village was formed here. The place was well-known for
charcoal production prior to the Korean War.
On November 4, 1907, 150 soldiers from the Korean militia fought a fierce battle with the 8th Company of the Japanese
Army's 20th Infantry Regiment in Yeoncheon. After the fight, the Korean militia
were scattered throughout the jumak village. Later on, 60 of them engaged in a
fierce battle again with
the Japanese soldiers on Godaesan. This is a place imbued with the brave spirit of the Korean people.
Tohamsan Mountain Natural Recreation Forest is home to various broad leaf and needle leaf trees, animals, and plants. It is close to Bulguksa Temple, Seokguram Cave, and other famous tourism sites that make the area a nice natural and resting area. Cabin House is a suitable camping site. Group accommodations are available and reservations can be made through the homepage.
The exact founding date of Munsusa Temple is unknown because there are no official records
that have been discovered. The temple is estimated to date back to the Goryeo Dynasty, because
a prayer found at the Gilt-bronze Seated Buddha in the temple’s Geungnaksiljeon Hall (hall of
paradise) in 1973 dates back to 1346. Around 600 items were discovered along with the prayer,
including unbleached ramie cloth, a short-sleeved gown, rice, and barley. Munsunsa has the
tranquil atmosphere of a mountain temple. When spring arrives, cherry blossom flowers and wild
flowers bloom across the mountain and the nearby cattle farm call to mind a traditional Korean
painting.
Munsusa Geungnaksiljeon Hall is a beautiful building constructed according to Jusimpo style
(the column brackets placed only on top of the columns) combined with Dapo style (the
column brackets placed between columns as well as on top of the columns). It is designated as
Chungcheongnam-do Tangible Cultural Property No. 13. Inside the gorgeously and majestically
carved hall are many relics including Gilt-bronze Seated Buddha, Samsebulsang statues (statues
of Buddhas of Three Times (past, present and future)), Nahansang statues (statues of disciples of
Buddha), and various portraits of Buddha.
The Gilt-bronze Seated Buddha (x_height: 70cm, length between knees: 50cm) was created in
1346 (the second year of King Chungmok’s reign, the29th king of the Goryeo Dynasty). It is one
of the fine examples of late Goryo dynasty style Buddha statue along with Gilt-bronze Seated
Bhaisajyaguru Buddha of Janggoksa Temple (Treasure No.337).
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