Gyeonggi-do
Places to visit in Namyangju-si
Historic villages and gardens sit around the Bukhangang and Hangang rivers. Enjoy riverside scenery and local stories at Dasan Historic Site and Mului Jeongwon.
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23 placesDasan Historic Site
A historic site in Majae Village where you can learn about Jeong Yak-yong's life and scholarship. Explore his birthplace, memorial facilities, and the nearby riverside scenery.
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A park along the Bukhangang River. Walk among the riverside trees and paths and enjoy the broad, open river views.
View on mapSudong Tourist Site
This tourist destination has a space introducing Mongolian life and culture. Explore the mountain scenery alongside its exhibition and hands-on activity spaces.
View on mapGungjip House
This Joseon-era house is said to have been built by King Yeongjo for Princess Hwagil. Explore the traditional house alongside the old village scenery of Pyeongnae-dong.
View on mapHongyureung Royal Tombs
This complex of imperial tombs from the Korean Empire includes Hongneung, the tomb of Emperor Gojong and Empress Myeongseong, and Yureung, the tomb of Emperor Sunjong and his two empresses. Walk through the broad woodland and tomb grounds.
View on mapSareung Royal Tomb
This Joseon royal tomb is the burial place of Queen Jeongsun, wife of King Danjong. Explore the modest tomb and the surrounding forest paths.
View on mapBaekbongsan Mountain
This mountain in Namyangju spans several areas, including Pyeongnae-dong and Geumgok-dong. Walk its gentle ridges and forest trails, then take in the surrounding scenery from the summit observatory.
View on mapMyojeoksa Temple
This temple sits on a mountainside in Namyangju. Follow the forest paths around the grounds and enjoy the quiet mountain scenery.
View on mapGwangneung Royal Tomb
King Sejo of Joseon and Queen Jeonghui are buried on separate hills here. Walk through the forested grounds to see the royal tombs of Joseon.
View on mapBongseonsa Temple
This Jogye Order temple is known for its ties to Gwangneung Royal Tomb. Walk among the temple halls, including the Main Buddha Hall, and the pond.
View on mapCheonmasan Mountain
A signature mountain of Namyangju, Cheonmasan is known for its thick forest and ridges that fan out from the summit. Follow the trails to see forests and nearby mountains in their changing seasonal colors.
View on mapSujinsa Temple
This temple is on the Hopyeong-dong side of Cheonmasan, near the entrance to Cheonmasan Municipal Park. The upper grounds feature a large stone reclining Buddha and several carved Buddhist statues.
View on mapHeungwon Tomb
This Gyeonggi-do Historic Site in Namyangju is the burial ground of Heungseon Daewongun. Explore the traditional tomb grounds, set against a forested backdrop.
View on mapSuraksan Mountain
This mountain spans Byeollae-myeon in Namyangju and the borders of Seoul and Uijeongbu. Its rocky ridges and valleys offer views of the surrounding cities and mountains along the trails.
View on mapHeungguksa Temple
This Jogye Order temple on the slopes of Suraksan has a long history of founding and reconstruction. Explore its traditional halls and Buddhist cultural heritage.
View on mapBuramsan Mountain
This mountain spans Byeollae-dong in Namyangju and Nowon-gu in Seoul. Follow the forest trails and take in the surrounding mountain scenery from the large rocky peak.
View on mapChuknyeongsan Mountain
Located in Sudong-myeon, this mountain is known for its dense pine forest and ridge scenery. Walk the trails to see the forest and rocky formations such as Suribawi and Namibawi.
View on mapSeorisan Mountain
Located in Sudong-myeon, this mountain connects to Chuknyeongsan along a ridge. Near the summit, azalea clusters and forest trails offer a chance to enjoy the mountain through the seasons.
View on mapMajae Catholic Shrine
This Catholic shrine and church stands where Jeong Yak-yong and his family once lived. Explore the quiet grounds and learn about the area's history and religious culture.
View on mapNeungnae Station
Train service has stopped, but the old station is preserved as a space displaying memories of its past, and the former railway line now forms part of a cycling path. Take a break along the path and see the old rural station.
View on mapDasan Trail
This walking trail connects villages and natural scenery across Namyangju. Each route offers different views, from the Han River to mountain slopes.
View on mapPaldang Dam
This dam crosses the Han River at the border of Joan-myeon in Namyangju and Hanam. From the riverside, you can see Paldang Lake and the water around the dam.
View on mapSujongsa Temple
This temple on the slopes of Ungilsan is known for its sweeping view of Dumulmeori. From the mountain grounds, take in the rivers and surrounding ridges together.
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Scenes of the area
- Riverside villages and walking trails.
- Sudong Tourist Site.
- Royal tombs and woodland in an old village.
- Baekbongsan Mountain and Myojeoksa Valley.
- Royal tombs and temples in Gwangneung Forest.
- Temples and burial grounds at the foot of Cheonmasan Mountain.
- The ridgelines of Suraksan and Buramsan Mountains.
- Forest trails on Chukryeongsan and Seorisan Mountains.
- Old Han River paths and Majae Holy Site.
- Views of Paldang Lake and Ungilsan Mountain.