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Destinations
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Mungyeong features the
“Mungyeong Saejae”, which is a path for birds. High enough for birds
to flock, it has three main gates each with a wealth of sites worth
seeing. Dotted with countless valleys at the foot of its high peaks,
Mungyeong is a harmony of mountains and flowing water. In the past, it
was a central road for transportation.
Tourist Sites
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Recommended Sites
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Daeyasan Yongchu Valley
Address :
288-1 Sangcho-ri, Mungyeong-eup, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Description :
There are 3
legendary boundary gates at Mungyeong Saejae Provincial Park, on
rough mountaintops, which are reputed to be too tall for even birds
to fly over. Mungyeongsaejae, which overlays Mt. Joryeongsan,
has always been the highest and most dangerous mountain pass. It was
cleared during the time of Kim Taejong (reign 1400-1418) of Joseon
Period, and was used until a new road was built through the
Ihwaryeong Gyegok Valley. The boundary gates and castle walls were
raised here after the Imjin War (1592 and 1598). The 2nd boundary
gate, Jogokgwan, was raised in 1594, and in 1708 Juheulgwan and
Joryeonggwan were raised and were used as fortresses for national
defense. They were damaged after that point, but in 1966 the Nos. 1,
2, and 3 boundary gates and castle walls were designated as
historical relic No. 147 and were restored in 1976. Take the big
road beside boundary gate No. 1 of southeastern Korea, Juheulgwan,
for about 1.5km and you’ll arrive at Joryeongwon. There are only
stonewalls left from the many inn-like dwellings, which were built
to accommodate government officials on official tour. Past the
tavern, which was restored in 1983, you’ll reach the Jogokgwan. The
area around Jogokgwan is famous for its birch trees, and the
Mungyeongsaejae Revolt Monument can be seen on the left side of the
road.
It’s 3km from Juheulgwan to Jogokgwan. It’s 3.4km from Jogokgwan to
Joryeonggwan, through a walkway with its harmonious scenery of rocks
and cool streams. Instead of taking the big road, you can take the
road with the sounds of stream water, to a waterfall. 30 minutes
farther and you’ll arrive at Hyeguksa Temple. Hyeguksa Temple is at
the edge of Juheulsan, and is the place where King Gongmin (reign
1351-1374) stayed while avoiding the peasant uprising. Past Hyeguksa
Temple and the Royal Palace about 1km, you’ll reach the sacred peak
of Mt, Juheulsan. The view of the winding mountain ranges from the
mountaintop is spectacular. From the mountain top, past the valley,
is Jogokgwan.
The 3rd boundary gate is at Juheulsan (1,106m), and it takes about
4-5 hours to get to Jogokgwan from Juheulgwan. The area was
designated as a Provincial Park in 1981. KBS drama studio is located
in Mungyeongsaejae Provincial Park, specializing in historical
dramas, and it is the largest scale studio in the world. There are
three palaces and many houses from the Goryeo Period, spread over
60,000 m2.
Directions :
At Mungyeong
Bus Terminal, take the Mungyeongsaejae bound bus (10 minutes travel
time)
Information :
Mungyeongsaejae Provincial Park 054) 571-0709 (Kor) -Hours: Sunrise
- Sunset Admission Fee: *Individuals Adults(won) :1,900won
Teenagers(won) :1,100won Children(won) :750won *Groups (30 people or
more) Adults(won) :1,500won Teenagers(won) : 800won Children(won) :
600won ※ Children - Age 7-12 / Teenagers - Age 13- 18 / Adults -
Ages over 19
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Mungyeong Saejae
Provincial Park
Address :
Wanjang-ni, Gaeun-eup, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Description :
Yongchu
Gyegok Valley is located in Mt. Daeyasan and it is a special place
where the water does not dry up, all throughout the year. Mt.
Daeyasan, which is located in Wanjang-ni, Gaeun-eup, Mungyeong-si,
Gyeongsangbuk-do, is formed of sharp peaks and all different types
of Giamgoeseok, and the waters that flow through the valleys do so
all year long. It borders Chungbuk Goesan-gun and Gyeongbuk
Mungyeong-si, and is located in Mt. Daeyasan (931m). The
three-tiered Yongchu Pokpo Waterfall, located in Yongchu Gyegok
Valley, is the place of legend where two female dragons rose up to
the sky. Yongchu Gyegok Valley is divided into Upper Yongchu and
Lower Yongchu. The place where the water falls out of the granite
foundation down to where the heart shaped pond is, is Upper Yongchu,
and below that point is Lower Yongchu. On either side of Yongchu,
there are two large markings on the granite boulders, which are said
to be dragon scale markings, made as they rose up to the sky. Even
when other places are having droughts, water always flows here, so
many rituals for rain were held here in the old days. Above the
Yongchu Pokpo Waterfall, past the base rock, about 20 minutes away,
you will reach Wolyeongdae. It was named so because of its lovely
view of the moon reflected on the water flowing through the rocks in
the valley below. Near Yongchu Gyegok Valley there is the Seonyudong
Gyegok Valley, also called Seonyu Gyegok (a place of 9 sceneries)
where the Okgyesu River runs through two great rocks, which look as
if they have been artificially split.
Directions :
At Gaeun-eup
Bus Terminal, take bus to Beolbawi (20-25 minutes travel time)
Information :
Gaeun-eup
Office
Tel:054-571-7601 (Kor)
- Admission Fee: Peak Season (Jul. - Sep. admission fee collected
for garbage disposal)
Adults 500 won, Children (under age 14) 300 won
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Seonyudong Valley
Address :
Wanjang-ri, Gaeun-eup, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Description :
Seonyudong
Valley is composed of nine winding valleys filled with old
evergreens and rock walls, and is also called Seonyugugok.
Seonyudong Gyegok Valley’s large rocks are so naturally stacked
together that they seem to be deliberately made. According to the
legends, mountain gods came down to this valley to enjoy themselves
long ago. This valley has white rock bases in its lakes, and clear
water flowing all year between the rock walls. The water falling on
the huge rock walls are a sight to behold. On the lower parts of
Seonyudong Gyegok Valley, you can see Chilwujeong, a pavilion built
in 1927 by seven locals named Wueun, Wuseok, and others who all
share the character “wu” in their names. Some say the name of the
pavilion was given by King Uichin (reign 1877 -
1955). If you follow the valley, you will see occasional pavilions
and characters written on rocks as well. The valley’s scenery has
been beloved by many people in the past.
Directions :
From
Mungyeong, take the local bus going to Beobawi Rock. (travel time
about 1 hr)
Information :
- Admission
Fee: Adults 500won, children (up to 14) 300won
(Jun.-Sep. there is extra fee for garbage disposal)
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