走过高如天空的天空岭 | 旅行路线 | K-Travel Mate

There is a small trail just past the Mireuk-ri three-story stone pagoda in Wolaksan. Facing a picturesque view of faraway hwangjangmok (red pine), oak trees, and haesong (Korean red pine), this path, known as 'Haneuljae,' opens to a cool breeze under the clear sky. The ditch lower to the left side of the path may sometimes dry up due to drought, but wildflowers like bright pink balsam, deep purple water artemisia, and yellow jipsinnamul greet travelers along with the rocky cliffs and peaks nearby. Although the name suggests it touches the sky, Haneuljae (elevation 525m) is not very high. It serves as the provincial boundary connecting Mireuk-ri, Suanbo-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do with Gwan-eum-ri, Mungyeong-eup, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongbuk. About 30-40 minutes (2 km) from Mireuk-ri leads directly to Gwan-eum-ri in Mungyeong. The rough dirt road smooths into an asphalt path at the Haneuljae pass's ridge, where the summit of Daemisan Mountain (elevation 1,115m) in Mungyeong appears faintly to the west. Below Haneuljae lies the site of Jungwon Mireuk-ri Temple, believed to have been established from the late Silla to early Goryeo periods, with remnants like dangganji-ju (flagpole supports) and corridors indicating a large scale. It is the only Buddhist temple in Korea oriented north and located in Mireuk-ri basin between Jilpjae and Haneuljae. The wooden structures of Jungwon Mireuk-ri Temple were destroyed during the 13th-century Mongol invasions. Remaining are a five-story stone pagoda (treasured), stone Buddha statue (treasured), stone lantern (provincial tangible cultural asset), and three-story stone pagoda (provincial cultural asset). Excavations by Cheongju University Museum in 1977 and 1979 revealed it as 'Mireukdaewon,' where the monk Il-yeon once resided. Close proximity to Wolaksan National Park, the Mireuk-ri original site, and Haneuljae's historical and nature observation trail attracts many tourists.

The Suanbo Oncheon Tourist Special Zone is a traditional hot spring resort. It is known as Korea's first naturally flowing hot spring, said to have existed for 30,000 years, and its benefits are well recognized. The hot spring water, flowing from 250 meters underground, is mildly alkaline. Managed directly by Chungju City, the hot spring water contains beneficial far-infrared radiation and various minerals. Because of this, Suanbo Oncheon has attracted many visitors seeking treatment and relaxation since ancient times. At the center of Suanbo Oncheon is Muldang Park, where a shallow stream of hot spring water flows. Most travelers use accommodations such as hotels and motels within the Suanbo Oncheon area to enjoy the hot spring baths. Nearby, there are many natural attractions to explore, including Wolaksan Mountain, Chungju Lake, and Songgye Valley.