A Time to Play in Nature: Experience Tour in Chungju

With scenic mountains and clear waters, this region yields abundant fresh produce, and warm-hearted people live in its cozy villages. At Chungju's experiential schools and villages, visitors can enjoy the relaxing pace of nature and the warmth of human connection. Set off on a journey to hands-on experience villages that welcome you with priceless encounters, modest smiles, and heartfelt hospitality. [Source] Selected from Chungju Travel 30

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   Chungju Rowing Experience School

   충주조정체험학교

   Located on Jungangtap-gil in Jungangtap-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, the Chungju Rowing Experience School is a place where anyone can easily try rowing. Visitors experience rowing at the actual venue where the 2013 Chungju World Rowing Championships took place. Before taking to the water, an introductory lesson covers the history of rowing and basic knowledge. After practicing the fundamentals in the indoor facility, participants row on the river together with experts. Anyone can participate upon completing the basic training. Situated inside Jungangtap Historic Park, it is also easily accessible. MoreLess

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   Lunch (Yeonghwa Sikdang)

   점심식사(영화식당)

   Located in Oncheon-ri, Suanbo-myeon, Chungju-si, Yeonghwa Sikdang is a restaurant specializing in sanchae jeongsik (wild vegetable set meal). The head chef has worked at the restaurant for over 20 years, maintaining the distinct flavors unique to Yeonghwa Sikdang. It is an outstanding restaurant that pays attention to hospitality down to the smallest detail, such as labeling the name of each wild herb on the plates so guests can appreciate and savor every flavor. MoreLess

   

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   Angseong Carbonated Hot Springs

   앙성탄산온천

   The waters of Angseong Carbonated Hot Springs rise from 700 meters underground and contain 2,800 mg of carbonic acid, helping to prevent high and low blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis, neuralgia, depression, and adult diseases, as well as obesity from lack of exercise, stiff shoulders, lower back pain, cold hypersensitivity, constipation, and hemorrhoids. In addition, the carbonated spring water helps relieve physical and mental stress, stimulates metabolism, improves blood circulation, and aids in treating sensitive skin, cosmetic rashes, melasma, freckles, athlete's foot, eczema, and age spots. MoreLess

   

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