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Songnisan National Park
Mt. Sogni is a famous for its mountain range joined by nine mountain peaks. It is called Kubongsan because of these nine Mountain peaks. You will find wild cherry blossoms in spring, green pines in summer, maple trees in autumn and majestic snow-covered scenery in winter. There is a 600 years old pine trees along the road in front of the Popchusa.

During King Sejong's reign, these pine trees were bestowed government posts called Chongipum. It is a popular tourist site with its graceful forms. Like most hiking tracks, there are many track routes at the Sogrisan National Park which includes the main course from Popchusa to Shiodong, Myobong, Ch'onhwangbong, a valley course of Osonggol and a maple course of Chungsacha-am.

Woraksan
Woraksan contains 16 great peaks, such as Chuhulsan and Munsubong. The artificial lake made by Ch'ungchu dam is famous as a lakeside sightseeing area and is becoming the main sightseeing spot in the middle of South Korea.

 

 

Chungju Lake
Chungjuho Lake offers a variety of delightful water sports in the mountainous area of central Korea. Cruise boats ply between Chungju and Danyang allowing passengers to enjoy stunning views of Danyang-Palgyeong, the "Eight Scenic Wonders." Gosudonggul cave captivates visitors with its glistening stalactites in all shapes and sizes. Chungju fields are one of the main sources supplying excellent quality apples in Korea. Also yellow tobacco is a specialty of this region, while its ginseng has gained a worldwide reputation.