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Cheongnyeongpo Meandering Stream
Cheongnyeongpo Meandering Stream, located on the upper stream of Namhangang River, is the designated Scenic Site No. 50. The area surrounded by river streams on three sides (north, east, west) and walled by steep rocks (west), is isolated and can only be accessed by a boat. King Danjong of Joseon (1441-1457, reigned 1452-1455), who was forced to abdicate by his uncle, King Sejo, was exiled here in 1455. The riverside area features Nosandae or “Rock of Prince Nosan.” It is said that the ill-fated young king who was referred to as “Prince Nosan” after his deposition, spent his lonely days on the Rock yearning for Hanyang, the capital of Joseon, and building a stone tower called Manghyangtap or Pagoda of Homesickness by piling stones as an expression of his grief.
Sources:
- 청령포, 『민족문화대백과사전』
- Cultural Heritage Administration, 'Cheongnyeongpo', Heritage Search
Jangneung Royal Tomb
Jangneung Royal Tomb in Yeongwol is the tomb of King Danjon (1441-1457, reigned 1452-1455, the sixth king of Joseon, who died in exile. The deposed and exiled king was buried secretly. It was only during the reign of King Jungjong when the court began to discuss about holding a proper memorial service for Danjong. Later in 1698 during the reign of Sukjong, Danjong’s title as a king was restored and his tomb was recognized as a royal tomb. Overall, the tomb is simple in style without a stone screen or balustrade.
Sources:
- 장릉, 『민족문화대백과사전』
- Cultural Heritage Administration, 'Jangneung Royal Tomb', Heritage Search
Gossigul Gave
Gossigul Cave is located in Jinbyeol-ri, Hadong-myeon, Yeongwol-gun. The name “Gossigul” comes from the fact that a certain Go family took refuge in this cave during the Japanese invasion of Korea in 1592. The total length of this limestone cave is 3 kilometers. It is speculated that the cave was formed about 4-5 hundred million years ago. Due to is extraordinary beauty, the cave is designated as the Natural Monument No. 219
Sources:
- Cultural Heritage Administration, 'Gossigul Cave', Heritage Search
Museum of Sabuk Coal Mine
The Museum was established at Donwong mine site, which was the largest private coal mine in South Korea. The mine began operation in 1962 and was closed in 2004. The Museum provides a unique opportunity to experience life at a coal mine with preserved pit-head baths, equipment room, ventilation shaft, and other facilities used by the miners as well as an underground mine tour.
Sources:
- 한국관광공사, 사북 탄광문화관광촌, 『대학민국 구석구석』
