North Chungcheong

Korea's only landlocked province, known for Danyang's landscapes, Beopjusa Temple on Songnisan and lake scenery.

North Chungcheong lies in inland central Korea and is the only province with no coastline. Its terrain is mostly mountains and river valleys, and the South Han River flows through the northeast. Danyang is famous for Dodamsambong Peaks, Seokmun and the Mancheon Canyon Skywalk, and also offers paragliding. Beopjusa Temple in Songnisan National Park is one of the World Heritage "Sansa, Buddhist Mountain Monasteries"; Cheongju has the Early Printing Museum, linked to the Jikji, the oldest surviving book printed with movable metal type; and the Chungju Lake area is good for boat trips and scenic drives. Spring and autumn are the best seasons for sightseeing. Cheongju International Airport is the main gateway, Osong Station is a KTX hub, and Danyang can be reached by Jungang Line train.

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