Gaetaeasa Temple

Gaetaesa Temple is the largest Buddhist temple established during the founding of Goryeo by Taejo Wang Geon.

It was the largest “nation protecting Buddhist temple” in Goryeo, where senior retainers gave their prayers whenever the nation was suffering hardships or was in a dire situation. At present, the temple contains the Maitreya Buddha Triad (Treasure No. 219), Five-story Stone Pagoda, Changungak Pavilion, and Ujugak Pavilion in addition to the halls.

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Ongnyeobong Peak and Geumgang River

Ganggyeongsan Mountain in Bogok-ri, Ganggyeong-eup came to be known as Ongnyeobong Peak, based on the legendary tale of a fairy from the Heavens, who fell in love with the picturesque scenery.

It’s been said that long ago, the river that flowed near the foothills of this mountain was crystal clear, and the mountain contained dense forests and was surrounded by vast plains.

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Gwanchoksa Temple

Gwanchoksa Temple is famous for the massive Stone Statue of Standing Bodhisattva of Eunjin,

which is more widely known as Eunjinmireuk (Maitreya Buddha of Eunjin). The thousand-year-old stone statue is well-known for its beautiful and welcoming smile. The background behind the creation of Eunjinmireuk, known as the largest stone Buddha statue in Korea, is described on the memorial stone erected in 1743 (19th year of King Yeongjo’s reign over Joseon).

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Tapjeongho Lake

Tapjeongho Lake is considered a paradise for migratory birds and a lifeline for Nonsan

Situated across Bujeok-myeon, Gayagok-myeon and Yangchon-myeon of Nonsan, the beautiful lake contains large populations of freshwater fish including carp, catfish and mandarin fish thanks to its crystal clear water, and boasts splendid scenery.

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Historic Site of General Gyebaek.

The Historic Site of General Gyebaek, carrying down the legacy of General Gyebaek of the 5,000-member suicide squad

who was known for his loyalty and patriotism, was designated as Chungcheongnam-do Monument No. 74 on December 29, 1989. The Historical Site of General Gyebank, considered one of the three most loyal subjects of Baekje along with Seongchung and Heungsu during the late Baekje period, is near Hwangsanbeol, which was the site of his final battle.

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Ssanggyesa Temple

Ssanggyesa Temple is well-known for its Daeungjeon, with floral patterned window grills, that demonstrate an exquisite classical beauty

It is situated on the eastern foothills of Bulmyeongsan Mountain in Jungsan-ri in Yangchon. Daeungjeon Hall of Ssanggyesa Temple, known for its splendid floral patterned window grills, has been designated as Treasure No. 408.

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Daedunsan Mountain

Daedunsan Mountain, called the Sogeumgang of Honam, is known for its pristine natural environment.

The splendid appearance of the fascinating rock forms and cliffs completely enraptures the onlookers, attested by the fact that the scenery has been praised by countless poets since long ago. Visitors will get to enjoy stunning sights and landscapes including the Gunji Valley, Surak Falls, Macheondae, Seonnyeo Falls and Nakjodae.

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