Places to visit in Seosan-si

• Haemieupseong Fortress

  This Joseon-era stone fortress has preserved its appearance from 500 years ago.

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• Yonghyeon Natural Recreation Forest

  Relax in the forest and along the waterways of Yonghyeon Valley. You can walk, stay overnight, and take in the surrounding forest scenery.

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• Seosan Birdland

  During migratory bird season, join a birdwatching tour to see birds arriving at Cheonsu Bay. Special programs offer hands-on activities, and 4D videos provide more to see.

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• Seosan Ryu Bang-taek Astronomy and Meteorology Science Museum

  This science museum was established in honor of Ryu Bang-taek, a late Goryeo astronomer from Seosan who created the Celestial Chart.

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• Ganwoldo Tourist Site

  Explore Ganwoldo Hermitage and the coastal scenery. See how the landscape around the island changes with the tides, and enjoy the coastal walking areas.

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• Ungdo Island

  This island lies in Garorim Bay, Daesan-eup. Around Yudugyo Bridge, which connects it to the mainland, the seascape changes with the tides.

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• Beolcheonpo Beach

  At the entrance to Garorim Bay, this beach has a coast of sand and small pebbles, a black pine forest, and seaside rocks. When the tide goes out, the shoreline changes, offering a close view of the West Sea's tidal patterns.

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• Palbongsan Mountain

  This 362-meter mountain has eight connected peaks, with ridge views over the sea west of Seosan. Rocky ridges on the front peaks add interest to the hike.

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• Gudo Port and Palbong Tidal Flat Experience Center

  This port and tidal flat experience center lie on the Garorim Bay coast in Palbong-myeon. At low tide, try fishing village activities such as clam gathering on the exposed flats, or enjoy coastal views along the Arame-gil trail linking Gudo and Hori ports.

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• Rock-carved Buddha Triad in Yonghyeon-ri, Seosan

  This Baekje carving depicts three Buddhas on a rock face and is designated a National Treasure. At one of Seosan's historic sites, look closely at the carved triad.

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• Munsusa Temple

  This Goryeo-era temple in Munsugol, Unsan-myeon, is believed to have been founded before 1346. Explore the temple on the mountainside and visit nearby Gaesimsa Temple as well.

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• Seosan Dongmun-dong Catholic Church

  This Catholic church was established in 1908 and completed in 1937, and is registered as a modern architectural heritage site. Explore the old church building and grounds in Seosan's old town.

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• Jungang Lake Park

  This lake park was created by renovating a reservoir in the city center. Lotuses and aquatic plants grow on the water, and a lakeside path, wooden bridge, pavilion, and outdoor sculptures are here to explore.

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• Juniper Tree at Songgok Seowon

  This juniper tree stands on the grounds of Songgok Seowon and is designated a Natural Monument. In the serene academy grounds, see the evergreen tree through all seasons.

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• Cheonsuman Bay

  This broad bay is bordered by Anmyeondo, Seosan, and other parts of Chungcheongnam-do's west coast. See coastal scenery and tidal flats that attract migratory birds in winter.

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• Seosan Buseoksa Temple

  This old temple stands on the slopes of Dobisan Mountain and is said to have been founded by Master Uisang during the reign of King Munmu of Silla. Explore its halls and quiet mountain setting.

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Scenes of the area

• Old fortresses and coastal paths in Seosan.
• The western shore of Garorim Bay
• Buddhist heritage on the slopes of Gayasan Mountain
• Downtown parks and woodland around a Confucian academy
• Cheonsuman Bay and the foothills of Dobisan Mountain

Nearby areas

• Yesan-gunNext door
• Hongseong-gunNext door
• Dangjin-siNext door
• Taean-gunNext door