South Gyeongsang · 산청군
Sancheong: what to see and do
A county on the east side of Jirisan, with stone-walled villages, mountain valleys and the birthplace of a famous monk.
Known for
- Namsa-ri village, with old stone walls and houses
- Daepo Forest at a valley meeting point
- Birthplace of the monk Seongcheol
What to do
Walk Namsa-ri's stone-wall lanes and old Yi family house, then cool off at Daepo Forest, where two valleys meet.
Tip: Daepo Forest is a summer playground where locals swim, and it fills up on weekends. Go on a weekday if you can.
From Seoul: Express bus about 3 h 30
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