Yuseong Special Tourist Zone (유성 관광특구)
- Homepage www.yuseong.go.kr
- Tel
+82-42-611-2126
Daejeon is the center of state-of-the-art science and technology in Korea, where the nation’s top-tier venture enterprises, including Daedeok Special Research and Development Zone, run their businesses. As the representative city of science and technology for the nation, it is comparable to Silicon Valley in the United States.
Yuseong Special Tourist Zone, which is located in Daejeon Metropolitan City, has won a nationwide reputation as a tourism and resort district rich in hot springs and tourism resources. Yuseong Special Tourist Zone includes a hot springs water source that yields high quality water in copious streams; therefore, there is no need to dilute the water or raise the temperature.
With its healing effect proven, Yuseong Hot Springs has been the place for treatment and recuperation since the Three Kingdoms Period, and today, it is a popular travel destination for those seeking rest. The water is supplied to the hotels and other hot springs in the zone, and there are many restaurants serving a variety of dishes. There is also a facility where visitors can take a foot bath for free. Since Gyeryongsan National Park is near Yuseong-gu District, hikers take the opportunity to visit the nearby hot springs.
Science museums and pavilions, including Expo Science Park, around Yuseong Special Tourist Zone are popular destinations for families with children. Bordered by Gongju City which was the capital of Baekje during the period of Three Kingdoms, visitors can see the cultural heritage of Baekje.
* Current State of Yuseong Special Tourist Zone
1) Districts Covered: Areas around Yuseong Hot Springs and Expo Science Park (Jangdae, Guam, Gung, Eoeun, Doryong and Bongmyeong-dong, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon)
2) Area: 5,858,972 ㎡
* Tourist Attractions
Yuseong Hot Springs, Daedeok Science Complex, Kumdori Land, Expo Science Park, Art Museum, museums, ferry tour, amusement park, etc.
- Address : 480, Daedeok-daero, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
※ Presentation Information
- Information and Guides
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-42-611-2126
- Parking
7 parking lots are available around tourist hotels and Oncheonjang hot springs
- Restrooms
120 restrooms including those at the hotels in the hot springs area, hot springs facilities, Expo Science Park and the subway stations are available.
- Available Facilities
Tourist information center, tourist hotel, ferry tour, amusement park, traditional market, tourist restaurant, etc.
- Interpretation Services Offered
Yuseong-gu District website (English, Chinese, Japanese)
Information center tour guides and travel handbooks (English, Chinese)
Museums and hotels offer multilingual travel guides
◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox
⊙ Daejeon Expo Park (대전엑스포과학공원)
- Homepage
www.djto.kr
- Tel
+82-42-250-1111
Daejeon Expo Park was established following the closing of the Daejeon Expo in 1993. The park comprises various facilities like the Hanbit Tower, the representative tower of Daejeon World Expo, and a water plaza with a musical fountain. At night, a fabulous media facade and special lighting effects create an awesome scene against the backdrop of Hanbit Tower.
⊙ World Science Culture Forum (세계과학문화포럼)
- Homepage
wscforum.kr
- Tel
+82-42-719-8043
The World Science Culture Forum is an open event to promote the discussion around science and its impact on culture and the greater community.
⊙ Daejeon Shinsegae Art & Science (대전신세계 Art & Science)
- Homepage
⊙ Smob - Daejeon Branch (스몹 대전)
- Homepage
www.smob.co.kr
Smob is the world's first adult playground, featuring 25 attractions based on various sports that are enjoyable for everyone, including those who aren't particularly athletic or interested in sports.
⊙ Daejeon Expo Aquarium (대전 엑스포 아쿠아리움)
- Homepage
www.djexpoaqua.com
Daejeon Expo Aquarium combines living marine life with media art. It is themed around the sea in Greek mythology, incorporating the story of Poseidon, the god of the sea, into its exhibits. Visitors can enjoy performances such as underwater ballet, feeding shows, and magic, along with activities like sea exploration boat rides, seawalker experiences, scuba diving, fish feeding, and 5D experiences.
⊙ Beer Week & Tteugi Hanu (비어위크&특이하누)
- Tel
+82-10-9112-3972
A popular festival along Daejeon citizens, the Beer Week & Ttteugi Hanu offers top-grade hanu (Korean beef) to pair with craft beers made by local breweries.
⊙ Tower of Great Light (Hanbit Tower) (한빛탑)
- Homepage
www.djto.kr
The Tower of Great Light(Hanbit Tower) is an observatory located in the Expo Science Park in Daejeon. The tower is a symbolic sculpture built to commemorate the Daejeon Expo held in 1993, and is called the Hanbit Tower because it is a ray of light that connects the present and the future. The 93-meter-high Hanbit Tower offers a bird's-eye view of the Expo Science Park and major areas of Daejeon. On the first floor, the Exhibition Room displays photos and audio-visual videos of major tourist attractions symbolizing Daejeon.
⊙ Daejeon Natural Heritage Center (천연기념물센터 (대전))
- Homepage
https://nrich.go.kr/nhc/index.do
- Tel
+82-42-610-7610
The Natural Heritage Center was established to help visitors learn about the value and importance of natural heritages through exhibitions and education on the methodical study of natural heritages. Fossils of dinosaur eggs and footprints along with animal and plant specimens and many other natural heritages are on display. With the guide of professional researchers, young visitors can learn more about natural heritages through hands-on activities, video education and many other experiential programs that are only provided at the Natural Heritage Center.
The center is developing more exhibitions through academic exchanges with UNESCO and various international organizations specializing in natural heritages.
⊙ Nogwon Ganjang Gejang (녹원간장게장)
Nogwon Ganjang Gejang is a ganjang gejang (soy sauce marinated crab) specialty restaurant situated near the National Science Museum in Daejeon. Their standout offering is ganjang gejang jeongsik (soy sauce marinated crab set menu). This dish, created by marinating blue crabs in soy sauce, is renowned for its rich aroma and flavor. It pairs exceptionally well with rice, earning it the playful nickname "Bap-doduk (rice thief)," as it tempts diners to finish an entire bowl of rice with ease.
This work was created by the Korea Tourism Organization for 21 years and opened as the first type of public Nuri. You can download it for free from the Korea Tourism Organization, https://kto.visitkorea.or.kr/eng.kto
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