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Geumsusan Mountain
Chungcheongbuk-do(Danyang-gun)

Geumsusan Mountain (altitude: 1,1015m) is located in Jeokseong-myeon, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do. The mountain is also known as Minyeobong (beauty peak) because the mountain range, when seen from afar, is said to resemble a beautiful woman lying on her side. The mountain was originally called Baegamsan, but the noted Joseon-period scholar Yi Hwang (pen name, Toegye) renamed the mountain Geumsusan (silk embroidery mountain) when he was the chief governor of Danyang County, saying its graceful features matched the fineness of silk embroidery. Geumsusan Mountain is considered as one of the “Eight Scenic Views of Danyang” with visitors flocking all year round to enjoy the scenic mountain landscapes carpeted with royal azalea blossoms in spring, greenery in summer, foliage in autumn, and snow in winter. In the vicinity is a seaside filming location of Korean historical dramas. The Geumsusan Mountain Gamgol Maple Festival is held in this area every October.

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Mungang Sulfur Hot Springs
Chungcheongbuk-do(Chungju-si)

Located in the middle of Woraksan Mountain, Joryeongsan Mountain, and Sujupalbong Mountain, Hot Sulfur Springs is considered one of the best hot sulfur springs in Korea. Sulfur springs effectively assist in treating a range of health issues. Since it softens skin, it is helpful for treating cornification of the skin and chronic eczema. It enlarges micro vessels, aiding in the treatment of chronic rheumatism, high blood pressure, diabetes, woman’s diseases, arteriosclerosis, and athlete’s foot. Thanks to sulfur’s detoxifying effects, drinking sulfur spring water helps your body detoxify from heavy metals and drugs. Mungang Hot Sulfur Spring Hotel and Itempool education Institute are located in the Mungang Hot Sulfur Spring zone. Suanbo Hot Spring is also a short distance away, meaning visitors can enjoy two different types of hot springs.

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Chungju Mireukdaewon Stone Temple Site (충주 미륵대원지)
Chungcheongbuk-do(Chungju-si)

The site stretches from North to South on a basin in the Haneuljae mountain pass, which connects Chungcheongbuk-do and Gyeongsangbuk-do provinces. It is said that Mauitaeja, the last prince of the Silla Kingdom, had dream one night as he was traveling to Geumgangsan Mountain where the Goddess Gwanseeumbosal instructed him to erect a statue Buddha. As a result, he built a temple to honor the goddess’ wishes at the current site of Mireuk-ri. Though the temple site has been invaded multiple times, the statue of Buddha has remained intact for over 1,000 years.

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Mulhan Valley
Chungcheongbuk-do(Yeongdong-gun)

The waters that carved Mulhan Valley (물한계곡) in Yeongdong, Chungcheongbuk-do originate in the upper reaches of the Hancheon Village stream. In summer, many tourists visit the valley while the nearby Mt. Minjujisan, Samdobong Peak and Mt. Gakhosan are popular among hikers year-round. The scrub, azaleas and royal azaleas along the ridges display their magnificent beauty throughout the year and beautiful waterfalls flow through the area, including Okso Falls, Uiyonggol Falls and Eumjuam Falls. The harmonious valley contains Janggun Rock, many thick forests and even swamplands, offering a wide array of spectacular and splendid sights.

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Bakdaljae Natural Forest (박달재자연휴양림)
Chungcheongbuk-do(Jecheon-si)

Bakdaljae Natural Forest is a dense forest where pine trees and bushes have harmoniously coexisted together with oddly formed rocks and strangely shaped stones for 150 years. At the top of Bakdaljae Pass, there’s a pavilion, a spring, a resting area, and a wood sculpture park. From the top of the mountain, one can admire a view of Sobaeksan Mountain, Wolaksan Mountain and Gamaksan Mountain.

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Songgye Valley
Chungcheongbuk-do(Jecheon-si)

At the foot of Woraksan Mountain lies Songgye Valley in Jecheon. Here, crystal-clear waters flow through the rocks scattered througout the valley. From here, visitors can see Worak Yeongbong Peak, Jayeondae, Wolgwang Falls, Haksodae, Mangpodae, Sugyeongdae, Pallangso, and many more.  

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Bonghwang Natural Forest (봉황자연휴양림)
Chungcheongbuk-do(Chungju-si)

Bonghwang Natural Forest is located on Ulgungsan Mountain (398m) in Chungju. Surrounded by mountains on all sides, Bonghwang Natural Forest offers cool, yet cozy environment. The forest is comprised mainly of oaks, pines, larches, and chestnuts trees. Its gentle slopes offer an easy hike, suitable for family visitors with small children. A small stream winds through the valley at the forest entrance, and there is also an auto camping site. There are many attractions nearby including Wolaksan National Park, Chungjuho Lake, Suanbo Spa, Neungam Spa, and Tangeumdae Pavilion, which makes it a great place for family or group visitors.Facilities inside Bonghwang Natural Forest include a water pool for children and a survival game ground. Visitors can learn to distinguish quality chestnuts at the 5ha of chestnut tree forest near the lodging building for group visitors. The nearby Chungju Goguryeo Astronomical Phenomena Exploratorium provides a memorable opportunity to observe the stars on clear nights.

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Jwagusan Natural Recreation Forest (좌구산자연휴양림)
Chungcheongbuk-do(Jeungpyeong-gun)

Jwagusan Natural Recreation Forest is located at the foot of Jwagusan Mountain (alt. 657m). The name of mountain “Jwagusan” comes from the Chinese characters “jwa” meaning sitting down and “gu” referring to a turtle, because the shape of the mountain resembles a turtle sitting down. The lush forest along the hiking trail offers a refreshing stroll through the woods and the nearby Samgi Reservoir adds to the picturesque beauty of the mountain on misty days. The recreation forest offers easy access to many recreational facilities in the area including a resort village, Samgi Reservoir, a woodland park, and a mountain bike course. Because of its natural beauty and recreational facilities, it is becoming more popular as a tourist spot.

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Jincheon Gray Heron Habitat
Chungcheongbuk-do(Jincheon-gun)

This gray heron habitat is located behind the Nogok Village in Jincheon, Chungcheongbuk-do. The Migratory birds roost on a 1,000-year-old ginkgo tree from March to October. In November, they fly back to their southern homes, such as Taiwan. Gray herons have migrated to this area for hundreds of years and the villagers from Nogok began tending to them roughly 100 years ago.

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Goesanho Lake (괴산호)
Chungcheongbuk-do(Goesan-gun)

Goesanho Lake is located in Cheongcheon-myeon and Chilseong-myeon areas in Goesan-gun County. The lake boasts superb natural landscape created in harmony with mountains and forests. The 2㎞-wide, 4㎞-long Sanmagiyet-gil (literally meaning the old trail of mountain cottage in Korean) created along the lake and Goesan Dam offers fine views of the mirror-like Goesanho Lake and the beautiful lakeside scenery.The three-meter-high observatory with tempered glass on the floor presents visitors the feeling of standing on the lake surface before precipitous cliffs. There are over 30 attractive sites around the area such as a mineral spring, raspberry trail, azalea hill, and a pond. The lake is a great vacation spot as there are numerous tourist attractions in the vicinity including Songnisan National Park, Ssanggok Valley, Seonyudong Valley, and Hwayang Valley. The lake is abundant in freshwater fish, which also makes it a famous year-round fishing site.

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