Chungcheongbuk-do, pursuing its efforts to become a "province of economy," is home to some 1.5 million people over a land area of 4,372 §´. It is the only landlocked province in South Korea. Centrally located and connected to other parts of the country through a vast transportation network, it is only two hours' distance from anywhere in Korea. It is also a region endowed with scenic mountains, hot springs and lakes including the beautiful Chungjuho.
Efforts to spur investments within the region are ongoing, and recent examples of successful investments include the Cheongju International Airport and some of the leading technology companies in Ochang and Osong. Furthermore, the construction of the Osong Express Train Station and Korea's new administrative town of Sejong City are expected to give the momentum for growth yet another push.
The Chuncheongbuk-do provincial government is making every effort to ensure the success of major international events, including the 2008 Korea-China-Japan Ministerial Conference on Tourism, Bio Korea 2008, and the 2010 International Oriental Medicine Expo.
Through the collective efforts of its people, the province will achieve its goals and live up to its slogan¤Ñ"Chungcheongbuk-do - A Land of Affluence, A Land of Happy People."
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Tourism Resources in Chungcheongbuk-do
Chungcheongbuk-do is blessed with three national parks (Sobaeksan, Woraksan and Songnisan) and two scenic lakes (Daecheongho and Chungjuho). The province is especially proud of these areas as well as its other beautiful natural surroundings, long history and rich cultural heritage. The natural spring waters found within the province are also famous, particularly for their healthful properties, which are often mentioned along with the legendary tale of King Sejong healing an eye ailment with them.
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One of the area's most notable attractions is the presidential summer house Cheongnamdae, which has been open to the public since 2003. Nearby destinations include the Early Printing Museum of Cheongju which celebrates Jikji, the first book printed using the world's oldest metal printing press. In 2001, Jikji was designated a world cultural heritage by UNESCO.
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Mt. Songnisan is noted for being the home of the Jeongipum Pine Tree and Beopjusa, the most famous Buddhist temple in the region. A number of initiatives are currently underway to make this destination more accessible and known, including the construction of express highways and major tourist resort complexes around the mountain. A town known for traditional Korean music located at the skirt of Mt. Songnisan is also an area that is actively attracting visitors.
Chungjuho Lake is known as "an inland sea." A 52-km cruise across it, from Chungju to Danyang, is a popular tour program for visitors. Additionally, the nearby Suanbo Hot Spring region, which is a famous four-season leisure destination, has numerous natural hot springs and a ski resort.
The Cheongpung Resort, with its view of the beautiful Cheongpungho Lake, is an increasingly popular destination for weekend travelers and families. Nearby attractions include the Eight Great Scenes of Damyang and a number of film shooting location sites.
The Cheongju International Airport services over 1 million travelers a year. A Chinese Language Village is being constructed nearby on a land area of 3.3 million §³, the completion of which is expected to draw more visitors from China, Japan and Southeast Asian countries to the region.
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