Relaxing in Urban Nature

Summer by the lake is filled with lush greenery. Both the willows surrounding Daecheongho Lake and the lake where the willows drape down are vibrant green. This trail stretching about 500-ri (approx. 200 km) is wonderful for either a walk or a scenic drive. If you want a change of pace from the green path, head to the Gyejoksan Red Clay Trail and stain your bare feet red. The refreshing feel of the red clay will help cool down the summer heat. Wrapping up your trip at Hanbat Arboretum, where a cool floor fountain and summer night busking take place, makes for a perfect summer outing.

Along the way

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   Daecheong Lakeside Trail (Daecheongho Obaengni-gil)

   대청호반길 (대청호오백리길)

   Daecheongho Obaengni-gil is a walking trail of about 220 km spanning Daejeon (Dong-gu, Daedeok-gu) and Chungcheongbuk-do (Cheongwon, Okcheon, Boeun). It connects rural villages, small streams, hiking paths, forest roads, and old trails around Daecheongho Lake. The distance from Seoul or Busan to Daecheongho Lake is also approximately 500-ri (obaengni), adding to its symbolic meaning.MoreLess

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   Gyejoksan Red Clay Trail

   계족산 황톳길

   Gyejoksan Red Clay Trail is a famous barefoot trekking destination created in 2006 by spreading over 20,000 tons of high-quality red clay along 14.5 km of forest trails. It was selected as one of the '100 Must-Visit Tourist Spots of Korea' and 'Must-Visit Places in May' by the Korea Tourism Organization, and among the '33 Travel Destinations You Want to Visit Again' by travel journalists. It was also featured on KBS1's 'The Secrets of Life and Longevity' as a prime barefoot walking trail, attracting over one million visitors annually as a signature attraction of Daejeon.MoreLess

   

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   Natural Heritage Center

   천연기념물센터

   The Natural Heritage Center is a national research institution established to systematically investigate, research, exhibit, and educate about natural monuments and scenic sites, raising public awareness of their value and importance. The exhibition hall displays research findings on natural heritage, including fossils like dinosaur eggs and footprints, taxidermy specimens of animals such as Asiatic black bears, otters, and eagles, and plant specimens such as the Jondo-ri pine tree. It supports learning for researchers and youths, offering unique experiential educational opportunities through hands-on zones, search kiosks, and video rooms.MoreLess

   

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   Hanbat Arboretum

   한밭수목원

   Geographically, it is situated between the Government Complex Daejeon and Expo Science Park. Dunsan Grand Park, designated as a neighborhood park on June 7, 1991, covers a total area of 569,000㎡. It serves as a true hub of culture and arts, housing the Daejeon Arts Center, Pyeongsong Youth Cultural Center, Daejeon Museum of Art, and Lee Ungno Museum, creating an exceptionally well-equipped cultural environment in harmony with the arboretum.MoreLess

   

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