Located in North Chungcheong Province, Danyang is a city that is full of mysteries and secrets the more you know about the city. For nature lovers and for adrenaline rush activities lovers, Danyang is a perfect city for you to travel and have the moment of your life! Some of the hidden gems of Danyang that you should not miss are Gosu cave, Guinsa Temple, and Little Forest Cafe.
Gosu cave
Overview
Gosu Cave is a limestone situated in Danyang, well known for its top-notch maintenance and beauty with mystery. Roughly around 1,700 meters long, it will take about an hour to walk around the cave. The cave features stalactites, stalagmites, underground lakes, cave pearls, and other cave formations. Thus, it will be a thrilling cave experience.
Also, you will first enter a museum before entering the cave in where you get a chance to more about the history of the formation of Gosu cave. Besides, throughout the journey around the cave, you can see a lot of boards explaining various cave formations. So, you can learn more about the geographics of the cave. You also can find photoshoot zones around the caves since taking photos is not allowed inside the cave. So, do not miss the chance the click one of your most interesting experiences. Overall, it will be a thrilling experience in the cave.
By the end of your journey through the cave, you will be welcomed with a majestic view of nature!
Admission Fees
For individual
| Adult | 11,000 won |
| Teenager | 7,000 won |
| Children | 5,000won |
For groups (20 people or more)
| Adult | 10,000 won |
| Teenager | 6,000 won |
| Children | 4,000won |
For large groups (100 people or more)
| Adult | 9,000 won |
| Teenager | 6,000 won |
| Children | 3,000 won |
Getting Here
Address: 8, Gosudonggul-gil, Danyang-eup, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
Guinsa Temple
Overview
Tucked back in the Sobaek Mountains, this sleepy temple comes to life the further you know about its mysterious charm. Guinsa Temple might not be the most accessible, but it is undoubtedly the most divine yet magnificent temple that I have ever witnessed. Not to say, the real hidden gem of Danyang. A 1600km hike is all needed to enjoy Guinsaโs majesty. Standing gorgeously in all 4 seasons, Guinsa is a must be included attraction in your Danyang itinerary. It is also known as the most unique temple in Korea amongst locals.
History
Guinsa Temple is the main temple of the Korean Buddhist Cheontae Order. The temple serves as a religious center for two million Cheontae Buddhists who follow the Grand Patriarch Sangwol-Wongak. The mysterious charm of the mountains has led to its reputation as a holy place of Mahayana Buddhism. The Grand Patriarch Sangwol-Wongak established the temple in Yeonhwaji. Completed in 1945, the temple was renovated in 1966 using a concrete frame, which was a very unique and modern construction practice at the time.
Guinsa Templestay
Guinsa provides special temple stay programs in which you will be given a change to have a peaceful day. The programs provided are as below:
- Baekryeonhwagae (Special)
- Retreat Program (Regular)
- Have a cup of tea (Special)
- Explore nearby attractions (Regular)
For more informations about this templestay programme, you can click here.
Check out: Templestay Experience at Guinsa Temple
Parking Fees
3,000 won for normal car
Journey to the peak of Guinsa Temple
A total of 1600km need to be covered to reach the top of the temple. Nevertheless, you can take the bus provided or by taxi that covers 800m of the total journey. The bus to the starting point of Guinsa Temple is available every 20 minutes from 9:00 am to 5:15 pm.
Getting Here
Guinsa Temple is accessible by both bus and car. If you are from Seoul, you can take the intercity bus from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal to Guinsa Temple. The bus to Guinsa temple is available every 1 hour from 6:59 am to 6:00 pm.
Address: 73 Guinsagil Yeongchun-myeon Danyang-gun Chungcheongbuk-do
Little Forest Cafe
Overview
Little Forest Cafe is a cafe with beautiful sceneries and an elegant interior located under the foot of the mountain. While having a cup of coffee you get to enjoy the scenic views and gorgeous nature in this cafe. Below are some of the pictures that can make you fall in love with this cafe!
Getting here
Address: Chungcheongbuk-do, Danyang-gun, Gangbyeon-ro, 209-98 KR
Closure
The lovely attractions mentioned above are the hidden gems of Danyang that you should not miss in Danyang. With magnificent nature and thrilling adventures ahead, Danyang is sure a countryside city that has it all.
