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Chilgapsan Recreational Forest (칠갑산자연휴양림)
668-103, Chilgapsal-ro, Cheongyang-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
Chilgapsan Recreational Forest opened in 1990 within a lush natural forest. The park offers many amenities to enjoy a relaxing time in nature. Overnight guests can stay in a cabin, complete with heating, a kitchen, and shower, or camp in the campground. The forest is also capable of hosting retreats, with training buildings and a lecture hall. Day visitors can enjoy the many walking trails and hiking paths, as well as a water playground and observation decks. The forest is located next to Chilgapsan Provincial Park, with many valleys in the area for more time in nature, as well as Cheonjangho Lake and Modeoksa Temple.
Chilgok Gasansanseong Fortress and Gasanbawi Rock (칠곡 가산산성 및 가산바위)
Gasan-ri, Chilgok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Gasansanseong Fortress in Chilgok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do is located in the middle of Chilgok-gun, between Daegu Metropolitan City and Gumi. Gasansan Mountain (901m in elevation) is 10 kilometers west of Palgongsan Mountain. Because it boasts seven peaks, the mountain was called Chilbongsan Mountain. After enduring foreign invasions, including the Imjin War (1592-1598) and the Qing invasion of Joseon (1636), the Joseon rulers built a fortress over the course of 100 years to aid in Korea’s defense. It is Korea’s only three-layered fortress, consisting of inner, outer and central walls. The flat Gasanbawi Rock at the mountain’s peak, which is large enough to accommodate 100 people at a time, offers a great view of Daegu Metropolitan City.
Chilgok Patriots & Peace Memorial (칠곡호국평화기념관)
1580, Gangbyeon-daero, Chilgok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Chilgok Patriots & Peace Memorial is a memorial museum dedicated to the soldiers who seized victory by holding up a fierce battle at Nakdonggang River's line of defense for 55 days in Chilgok during the Korean War. The museum consists of a spacious four-story high building with two basement floors and an outdoor exhibition with a variety of artifacts. The museum also has battle miniatures and experience facilities to help foster patriotism and appreciation for the soldiers who gave their lives to protect the country.
Chilpo Beach (칠포해수욕장)
Heunghae-eup, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Chilpo Beach is celebrated for its four kilometers of white sand and crystal-clear waters. The shallow waters near the beach, approximately one meter deep, are ideal for children, while further out, the depth reaches adult shoulder level, making it suitable for swimmers of all ages. Additionally, visitors can enjoy a scenic trek along the wooden deck at the beach's end, offering splendid views of the East Sea. Since 2007, the beach has become even more renowned for hosting the Chilpo Jazz Festival every September. This event presents a unique opportunity to experience live jazz music by the sea, adding a musical charm to the autumn ambiance.
Chimyeongjasan Holy Ground (치명자산성지)
89, Baramssoeneun-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
Chimyeongjasan is a sacred site for those of the Catholic faith and a famous pilgrimage attraction in the southeastern region of Jeonju. Perched upon a steep ridge of Seungamsan Mountain behind Hanbyeokdang Pavilion, the area is the final resting place of well-known Catholic couple Yu Jung-cheol (John), Yi Sun-I (Rugalda), who vowed to remained virgins for all eternity. Situated upon the couple’s grave is “Miracle Rock,” a naturally formed rock that is said to be shaped like Jesus and the Virgin Mary. The site is also home to a 4-meter-high stone cross that can be seen from as far away as Hanbyeokdang Pavilion. The 200-meter prayer hike named “The Golgotha Way of the Cross” is one of the most popular pilgrimage routes for Catholics visiting the mountain area. Leading up from the parking lot and Monmartre Square (rest place), the entire path to the summit is strewn with flowers, making the prayer walk an ideal place for a stroll and some quiet meditation.
Chireunsibill (치른시빌)
10 Seoseok-ro 85beon-gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju
Chireunsibill was founded in 2022, offering educational programs and art kits with young artists both online and offline. The educational programs are open to all , and cover a wide genre of art types, from painting to music. It is a popular attraction for travelers with children.
Chiryeongyegok Valley (칠연계곡)
608, Chiryeon-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
Chiryeongyegok Valley is situated behind Tongan Village in Anseong-myeon near Deogyusan Mountain. While not as famous as the valley in Gucheon-dong, the valley boasts a beautiful array of waterfalls, oddly shaped rocks, and ponds. The best known attraction is Chiryeonpokpo Falls, meaning “seven falls connected to pools.” There, pure water flows gently, moving from one pool to the next.
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Chiryouibit Yeeun Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop](치료의빛예은약국)
74, Dongil-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
Chiryoue-bit Yeeun Pharmacy aims for sincere pharmaceutical services that turn the pain of illness into a bright light of hope, as its name suggests. Through kind counseling and professional medication guidance, we help patients focus on treatment with a peaceful mind and regain their health.
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Chiu Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (치유성형외과의원)
9F, 110, Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Chiyu Plastic Surgery Clinic aims for a sincere plastic surgery service that touches the hearts of customers beyond just physical changes. Through safe and sophisticated surgeries and warm follow-up care, we help customers overcome complexes and restore true confidence.
Cho Won Resor tel / 초원리조텔
19 , Cheongbong-ro 5-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
Chowon Resortel stands at the entrance to Seoraksan National Park - surrounded by majestic peaks, pine-clad valleys and pure mountain air. Room rates are competitive, and the hotel is particularly popular with small group hikers. Guestrooms are either standard single rooms, condominium-style studios, or condominium apartments, and are always kept clean. Barbecue facilities can be hired. A short walk will take you to the Seoraksan Information Center. It’s 10 minutes on foot to Sinheungsa Temple, while the famous Heundeul Bawi (‘Swaying Rock’) is a 70 minute hike away.
Chocolate Land (초콜릿랜드)
15 Jungmungwangwang-ro 110beon-gil, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
Jeju Chocolate Land, located in the Jungmun Tourist Complex, offers a variety of fun activities and experiences centered around chocolate. It features chocolate artworks in various forms from around the world, the world's first chocolate painting, an international chocolate exhibition showcasing chocolates from different countries, a photo zone for children, a chocolate-making experience area, and an observation deck. The chocolate-making experience is easy to enjoy as the ingredients and tools are provided, allowing visitors to savor both taste and fun. It is also a great opportunity to package the chocolates made and gift them to loved ones.
Chocolate Museum (초콜릿 박물관)
144 Iljuseo-ro 3000beon-gil, Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
The Chocolate Museum in Seogwipo, Jeju is the second largest chocolate museum in the world (the largest being the Cologne Chocolate Museum in Germany). Built using volcanic scoria unique to Jeju, the museum looks like an ancient castle and seems to complement the surrounding natural environment. The front yard measures 5,000 meters squared and is surrounded by a low-lying fence made of rough stones, giving even passerbyers a great view of the museum's front garden . At the entrance to the museum, a whimsical statue of a cacao god greets visitors. The museum has three floors and houses a gallery, a theater, a café, a workshop, and a chocolate store. The most popular exhibits are the gallery with various exhibits on chocolate and the workshop showing the chocolate-making process. The chocolate produced at the museum is available for both sampling and purchase. In addition, the 'Collection Square' features a wide array of chocolate cases and other items that Mr. Han Ye-seok, the museum director, has collected from around the world. In the 'Chateâu Chocolat: Real Chocolate Place' chocolate shop at the Chocolate Museum, visitors can get a taste of hand-made chocolates. The Chateâu Chocolat is a retail chocolate chain with franchises in Gyeongbokgung, Apgujeong, Itaewon, and Changdeokgung in Seoul, and Yangyang and Somdari in Gangwon-do.
Chodang Dubu Village (초당두부마을)
89-8 , Chodangsundubu-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
Just south of Gyeongpo Beach is Chodang Dubu Village, which is famous for dubu (tofu). Chodang dubu is made from ground beans and salt water from the East Sea resulting in a soft and light tofu. The name of this village, Chodang, originates from the name of a famous family that once lived here known as Chodang Heoyeop. Heoyeop was the father of son, writer/poet Heo Gyun (1569~1618) and daughter, poet Heonan-seolheon (1563~1589). A traditional-style Korean house has been reconstructed on the site where the original house of Heo Gyun and Heonan Seolheon once stood.
Chodang Halmeoni Sundubu (초당할머니순두부)
77 , Chodangsundubu-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
This restaurant makes bean curd using traditional methods every morning. Their main menu is sundubu baekban (soft bean curd set menu), which lets you savor the rich flavor of freshly made bean curd without any added seasonings. They also serve a popular spicy soft bean curd stew, eolkeun jjaebok sundubu, made with venus clams from the East Coast.
Chogok Yonggul Chotdaebawi Trail (초곡 용굴촛대바위길)
236-20 Chogok-gil, Geundeok-myeon, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
Chogok Yonggul Chotdaebawi Trail is a walking path that takes visitors to see Yonggul, a coastal cave with a legend of a dragon, and Chotdaebawi Rock, or Candlestick Rock. The path stretches 660 meters, and includes a wooden deck as well as a 56-meter-long suspension bridge.
Choi Champandaek (House of Choi Champan) (최참판댁)
66-7, Pyeongsari-gil, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
The House of Choi Champan is known as the setting of the famous novel "Toji" ("The Land") by noted novelist Park Kyongni. Located in a small folk literature village in Agyang-myeon, Pyeongsa-ri along the Seomjingang River at the foot of Jirisan Mountain, Choi Champandaek consists of fourteen hanok (traditional Korean house) buildings. Also used as the main set of the drama version of "Toji" (2004), Choi Champandaek gives visitors a look at the life of Korean people in the late Joseon era. The house has not only made its appearance in many films, but is also a valuable cultural asset of Hadong-gun. The Daecheong Maru (wooden-floored hall) connected to the Sarangchae (men’s quarters in a hanok) offers a wide view of the vast field of Pyeongsa-ri and gives an opportunity to meditate and reflect while appreciating the beautiful surroundings. Located in the vicinity are numerous tourist attractions including the Pyeongsari Literature Center, Hwagae Market, and Ssanggyesa Temple. During fall season every year, Choi Champandaek hosts the Toji Literature Festival.
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