Chungcheongnam-do
Places to visit in Geumsan-gun
This area has ginseng culture, a temple at the foot of the mountains, and traces of history. Explore Gaesamteo, Boseoksa Temple, and Chilbaekuichong according to your interests.
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Places to visit
6 placesGaesamteo Ginseng Origin Site
This site commemorates the beginning of ginseng cultivation in Geumsan. Explore local stories connected with ginseng.
View on mapTaegosa Temple
This historic temple in Geumsan sits northeast of Nakjodae Peak, the second-highest peak of Daedunsan after Macheondae.
View on mapChilbaeguichong Shrine
This memorial site holds the remains of 700 righteous soldiers who fought an army of 15,000 Japanese soldiers during the 1592 invasion. Though outnumbered, they inflicted heavy losses before dying in battle.
View on mapBoseoksa Ginkgo Tree
This large ginkgo tree has grown beside Boseoksa Temple for many years. Take in the broad branches and the temple courtyard together.
View on mapBoseoksa Temple
This old temple on a mountain slope is known for its large ginkgo tree. Take a quiet look around the temple halls and courtyard.
View on mapTaejo Royal Placenta Chamber
Its origins date to when Taejo, founder of Joseon, moved his placenta from Yongyeon in Hamgyeong Province to this mountain and enshrined it alongside the crown prince's placenta, praying for peace and prosperity throughout the country.
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Scenes of the area
- Ginseng fields and a mountain temple in Geumsan.
- Old trees and temples in Geumsan.