Nonsan

8 great sceneries of Nonsan
First great scenery in Nonsan - Gwanchoksa (Temple) more+
  • The Gwanchoksa (Temple) hosts the Eunjin Mireuk (Eunjin Maitreya), also known as the giant sculpture of the stone standing Maitreya statue made during Goryeo Period. Stone lantern (National Treasure No.9) and five story pagoda are also located in the temple.
Seconda great scenery in Nonsan - Tapjeongho (Lake) more+
  • In addition to its beautiful scenery, Tapjeongho (Lake) has clear water full of freshwater fish such as carps, mandarin, and catfish. The lake also provides habitat for Winter migratory birds such as whooper swan (Natural Monument 201), mandarin duck (Natural Monument 327), baikal teal, and pintail.
Third great scenery in Nonsan - Daedunsan( Mt.) more+
  • The Daedunsan (Mt.) hike trail is reached by passing the Surak-ri office at Bulgok-myeon, Nonsan. The beginning of the trail offers beautiful scenery, while Surak Falls and Gunji Valley present additional joy to the mountain hikers.
Fourth great scenery in Nonsan - The Historic Sites of General Gyebaek more+
  • General Gyebaek (?-660) of Baekjae led a group of 5,000 soldiers against 50,000 soldiers at the battle of Hwangsanbeol where he met his tragic death. General Gyebaek was buried at the site of the battle.
Fifth great scenery in Nonsan - Ssanggyesa (Temple) more+
  • The Ssanggyesa (Temple) is a large temple at the Northern valleys of Daedunsan(Mt.), which is located in the south of Nonsan.
Sixth great scenery in Nonsan - Gaetaesa (Temple) more+
  • The Gaetaesa (Temple) served as a home to more than 1,000 monks who were holding sessions on the Buddhist teachings. The temple also served as a training institution for religious monks.
Seventh great scenery in Nonsan - Oknyeobong Peak and Geumgang River more+
  • There is Ganggyeongsan (Mt.) in Bukok-ri of Ganggyeong-eup, and it is also called Oknyeobong Peak.
Eighth great scenery in Nonsan - Noseong Sanseong (Fortress) more+
  • The Noseongsanseong (Fortress) is located at the Noseongsan (Mt.) to the west of Noseong-myeon.