Cheongsong County
Understand
Cheongsong County is located in the central-eastern part of Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea. Part of its land is rugged and mountainous, owing to the influence of the Taebaek Mountains and other ranges. It shares borders with Yeongdeok and Pohang to the east, and with cities like Andong and Yecheon toward the west and south. Almost the entire county is part of the Cheongsong UNESCO Global Geopark.
Cheongsong is known for premium apples and high-quality red pepper, both of which are major agricultural products. It also has many natural attractions such as Juwangsan National Park, Jusanji Pond, the Ice Valley, and Dalki Mineral Springs.Traditional culture remains strong—local handicrafts like Cheongsong pottery and traditional paper (hanji) are preserved, and historical legacies such as remnants of the Cheongsong Dohobu and sites related to the So-hyun Royal lineage are part of the county’s heritage.
The name “Cheongsong (靑松)” originated in 1424 when two former administrative areas, Jinbo County and Songsaeng County, were merged. The name combines “Cheong” (blue/green) and “Song” (pine), referencing the green pines of the area.
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History
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See
- Cheongsong Yasong Art Museum
- 🌍 Jusanji Pond, Jusanji-ri, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do (Bus, Taxi), ☏ +82-54-870-6111. Open all year round. Jusanji Pond is a small reservoir located in Juwangsan National Park. It is a man-made pond that was dug out in August, 1720 and completed in October the year after. The pond has been used as a source of water for agricultural use as well as for drinking water. Even though it is small in size, about 200 meters long and 8 meters deep, the pond has never dried up from any drought. 150-year-old willow trees are rooted in the pond, which makes a fantastic balance with the surroundings, creating a picturesque scenery found nowhere else.
- 🌍 Cheongsong Eoreumgol Valley (청송 얼음골), 1 Naeryong-ri, Juwangsan-myeon, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do (Bus, Taxi), ☏ +82-54-870-6111. Open all year round. Cheongsong Eoreumgol Valley is a gorge located on Juwangsan Mountain in Cheongsong. It is known for its warm winters and cool breezes in the summer, creating a mystical atmosphere. In May 2017, it was recognized for its geological value and certified as a UNESCO Global Geopark. During the summer, when the temperature exceeds 32 degrees Celsius, ice forms in the valley, melting when the temperature drops below 32 degrees Celsius. The area boasts impressive rock formations and stunning landscapes, attracting many tourists with its springs, and artificial falls.
- Songso House / House of Sim Ho-ta
- Pumping-up Electric Power Station
- Juwangsan National Park (Sangui Course)
- Juwangsan National Park (Woroe Course)
- Juwangsan National Park (Jeolgol Course)
- Cheongsong Porcelain Training Center
- Cheongsong Recreational Forest
- Anti-Japanese Loyal Army Memorial Park
Do
- Cheongsong Solgi Hot Springs