Chung-uisa, located near Yesan Deoksan Hot Springs, is a historic site built where Yun Bong-gil (1908–1932) was born and lived until he went to China, and it was selected as Yesan's second scenic spot. Yun Bong-gil was born and raised here, promoting the spirit of resistance against Japan and carrying out rural enlightenment movements. Later, he went to China and on April 29, 1932, at the Japanese army’s Shanghai Battle commemorative ceremony held in Hongkou Park, Shanghai, he threw a bomb to announce Korea’s will for independence to the world. The site preserves 'Gwanghyeondang,' the house where Yun Bong-gil was born; 'Jeohandang,' meaning 'the house that saves Korea,' where he lived until leaving for China; and 'Buhungwon,' where he conducted rural enlightenment activities. There are a historic monument and statue in honor of his achievements, Chung-uisa shrine to commemorate his spirit, and the Yun Bong-gil Memorial Hall exhibiting his belongings. A memorial ceremony honoring Yun Bong-gil is held annually on April 29, the day of the incident.
Located near the new city of Chungnam Provincial Government, Deoksan Oncheon District is a representative hot spring forming the hot spring area of Chungnam alongside Onyang Oncheon, Dogo Oncheon, and Asan Oncheon, and was selected as the 10th scenic site of Yesan-gun. It has appeared in various records for a long time; according to 'Chungbo' by Yulgok Yi I (1536-1584), a crane with injured wings and legs came flying, applied the water from this place to its wounds to heal, and then flew away. Upon checking where the crane had rested, warm and smooth water was gushing out. This shows how widely known it was as medicinal water before being developed into a hot spring in 1917. Deoksan Oncheon is a natural sodium bicarbonate hot spring with germanium content at over 45℃, said to be effective for muscle pain, arthritis, neuralgia, promoting blood circulation, removing subcutaneous fat, and enhancing cell regeneration. It is a representative tourist destination in Yesan, equipped with various hot spring facilities, hotels, lodging, and various restaurants within the hot spring district.
Naepo Bobusang Village is a complex theme park located in Yesan-gun, filled with the scent of 1,100 years of history. It is an experiential theme park that recreates traditional Korean culture where the traditional distribution culture and nature breathe alive. It is a complex theme space centered on the merchant Bobusang, who in traditional society acted as intermediaries in the exchange economy between producers and consumers, carrying bundles on their backs or shoulders at markets. Visitors can easily access, experience, and learn various contents utilizing the unique culture of Bobusang related to the development of historical traditional culture, commerce, and distribution.
Deoksan Saipan Hot Spring is a hot spring bath located in the Yesan-gun Deoksan Oncheon district. It is one of Korea's top 10 hot springs and among the four major hot springs of Chungcheongnam-do, boasting a history of nearly 600 years. It was developed in earnest in 1917 and uses 100% Deoksan hot spring water. Equipped with a sauna, restaurant, and convenience store, it has established itself as a space that offers relaxation beyond a simple bathhouse. The hot spring bath is relatively large and well-maintained despite its long tradition, and it also features family baths. Nearby tourist attractions include Deoksan Oncheon, Deoksan Metasequoia Road, Gayasan, and Deoksungsan.
Laser Tag Survival is a survival game field located within the Yesan-gun Deoksan Hot Spring area. It is a place where you play games using laser guns, receiving one head sensor and one laser gun each to participate. In team battles, teams are divided using blue or red colors marked on the guns. In team battles, players who are hit and eliminated can revive by moving to a designated location and rejoin the game. The game field is equipped with devices such as tires, obstacles, and trenches for cover and concealment. Nearby tourist attractions include Deoksan Hot Spring, Deoksan Metasequoia Road, Gayasan, and Deoksungsan.
Hyanggyo were state-run provincial educational institutions established during the Goryeo and Joseon periods to hold memorial rites for great Confucian scholars and to educate local residents. During the Joseon period, they received land and slaves from the state, and instructors taught students. However, with the Gabo Reform of 1894, modern education fully began and the educational function was abolished. The Deoksan Hyanggyo in Deoksan-myeon, Yesan-gun, is said to have been built during the reign of King Injo of Joseon, though its exact founding date is unknown. The Daeseongjeon hall was repaired in the 8th year of King Sukjong's reign and again in 1987. The building layout follows the jeonhak-humyo style, with Myeongnyundang (the educational space) at the front without an outer gate and Daeseongjeon (the ancestral shrine space) at the rear. A statue of Confucius stands on the flat land in front of Deoksan Hyanggyo, and in summer, red crape myrtle flowers bloom around it, creating a beautiful scene. Deoksan Hyanggyo is actively involved in local Confucian activities by touring advanced regions in autumn and inviting former instructors to hold cultural lectures.
