Province du Chungcheong du Nord

Les meilleurs endroits à visiter dans la province du Chungcheong du Nord

Chungcheongbuk-do's Absolute Must-Sees

North Chungcheong Province, South Korea’s only landlocked region, is defined by the rugged Sobaek Mountains and the winding Namhangang River. This collection highlights the UNESCO-listed Beopjusa Temple, home to a massive gilded Buddha, alongside the iconic Dodamsambong Peaks in Danyang. Historical sites include the Goguryeo-era Ondalsanseong Fortress and the strategic mountain passes of Joryeong. Natural landmarks like the Sobaeksan peaks, Okgye Waterfall, and the Mancheonha Skywalk provide vantage points over the region’s river-carved valleys and limestone topography.

Chungcheongbuk-do's Absolute Must-Sees — Carte

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Beopjusa Temple

Beopjusa, is a head temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. It is situated on the slopes of Songnisan, within Songnisan National Park,…

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Danyang Dodamsambong

Three limestone peaks rising from the Namhangang River. The central peak features a small pavilion called Sanjeongjeong. These formations were frequently depicted in Joseon-era landscape paintings by artists such as Kim Hong-do and Lee Bang-un.

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Je 1 Yeonhwabong

Sobaeksan is a mountain of the Sobaek Mountains, in South Korea. It lies between Danyang County in the province of North Chungcheong…

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Minjujisan

A 1,242-meter peak in the Sobaek range. Its summit, Samdogobong, marks the convergence of the borders of Chungcheong, Jeolla, and Gyeongsang provinces.

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Ondalsanseong

A Goguryeo-era stone fortress built on a hill overlooking the Namhangang River. The walls stretch approximately 683 meters and are historically linked to the legend of General Ondal and Princess Pyeonggang.

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Joryeong 3 gwanmun

The third and highest gate of the Mungyeong Saejae mountain pass. It marks the boundary between North Chungcheong and North Gyeongsang provinces and was historically the primary route for travelers heading to Seoul.

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Dongammun

An eastern secret gate (ammun) of a mountain fortress, designed for transporting supplies and launching surprise attacks without being seen by the enemy.

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Okgye Waterfall

A 20-meter waterfall in Yeongdong. It is traditionally associated with Park Yeon, a master musician of the Joseon Dynasty, who is said to have composed music while listening to the falls.

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Huibang Waterfall

A 28-meter-high waterfall located within Sobaeksan National Park near Huibangsa Temple. It is one of the highest falls in the Sobaek mountain range.

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Mancheonhaseukaiwokeu

A 25-meter-high observation tower featuring three glass-bottomed walkways. It extends over a cliff 80 to 90 meters above the Namhangang River, offering views of Danyang and the Sobaek Mountains.

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Jecheon yeollinmadang

An open observation area and square in Jecheon providing panoramic views of Cheongpungho Lake and the surrounding mountain landscape.

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Dalian gyegog

A valley in Sobaeksan National Park known for its clear mountain streams and granite rock formations. It serves as a major trailhead for hiking routes leading to Birobong Peak.