A mysterious, cool natural cave encountered on the way to Cheongnamdae
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Address
Small Yonggul, San46-8, Sangjang-ri, Munui-myeon, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, Republic of Korea
Reservation
Same-day visits and on-site registration only. Reservations are not available.
Open/Closes
No information
Prices & Programs of Small Yonggul
- [Admission]
- Free
Parenting Tips for Small Yonggul
- This modest limestone cave is located on the way to Cheongnamdae. It is a historically significant site for researching Paleolithic culture in the Geum River basin and a vivid place for children to learn about history.
- With a total length of about 60 m, the cave is not large, but it has a spacious interior area resembling a plaza where prehistoric people are believed to have lived, making it great for a light cave exploration with children.
- As a place associated with the mysterious legend that 10 Imugi became dragons and ascended to heaven, sharing this exciting old tale with children before entering the cave can make their visit even more engaging.
- It takes only about 10 to 20 minutes to explore the entire interior, making it an ideal, easy stop on a trip without worrying about tiring children out.
- Even during hot and humid summers, the cave interior remains consistently cool and comfortable, making it an excellent resting spot to cool off and enjoy nature during a trip to Cheongju.
- Because moisture drips from the rocks inside the cave, the floor may be somewhat slippery, so comfortable sneakers are recommended instead of slippers. When walking with young children, be sure to hold their hands for safety.
- It is conveniently located about a 5-minute drive from Cheongnamdae, one of Cheongju's major attractions, making it easy to visit together.
Small Yonggul Address
Address: Small Yonggul, San46-8, Sangjang-ri, Munui-myeon, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, Republic of Korea
How to make a reservation for Small Yonggul?
Same-day visits and on-site registration only. Reservations are not available.