Exploring Goeasan: Yeonpung Neighborhood Park
591, Haengchon-ri, Yeonpung-myeon, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
연풍근린공원
I recently visited Yeonpung Neighborhood Park in Goesan, a perfect spot for a relaxing break with its spacious parking and well-maintained facilities. Beyond just a park, it offers stunning natural scenery that makes you want to linger and enjoy the sunset from a bench.
Adjacent to the park is the Kim Hong-do Wrestling Arena, honoring the famous Joseon Dynasty painter who served as the local governor. From historical murals to cultural centers, this area is a must-visit destination filled with stories and nearby attractions like Suok Waterfall.
A Relaxing Break at Yeonpung Neighborhood Park
Located in Haengchon-ri, Yeonpung Neighborhood Park(연풍근린공원) is easily accessible thanks to its spacious parking area. Upon arrival, the comprehensive guide map reveals a variety of amenities, including a beautiful pavilion, bicycle racks, and a wrestling area, ensuring a comfortable visit for everyone.
The park is equipped with simple exercise equipment and plenty of benches, providing a space where residents and travelers alike can take a moment to rest. While the facilities are commendable, the true highlight is the stunning scenery surrounding the park, which creates a peaceful atmosphere.
Sitting on a bench here and watching the sunset in the early evening feels like creating a wonderful memory. It is a place that invites you to pause your journey and appreciate the quiet beauty of Goesan's nature.
Traces of Kim Hong-do in Goesan
Right near the park, you will find the Goesan Kim Hong-do Wrestling Arena. Visitors often wonder why it is named after the famous painter. The reason is that Kim Hong-do, a representative master of Korean genre painting, actually served as the governor of Yeonpung during the Joseon Dynasty.
Kim Hong-do is renowned for realistically depicting the lives of common people, and his work 'Wrestling' is a masterpiece that captures the vitality of the late Joseon period. It is fascinating to see how the region has preserved this historical connection through the naming of the arena.
Enjoying Culture and History Together
At the arena, murals of Kim Hong-do's 'Wrestling' adorn the walls, making each painted expression feel alive and familiar. Although wrestling may not be as popular as it once was, the impressively crafted sculptures of the champion's bull and calf evoke a sense of tradition and hope for the sport's revival.
Nearby, the Yeonpung Cultural Center features an outdoor stage inscribed with the phrase "Clean Goesan in Nature, Millennium Yeonpung of Goesan Culture." The area is rich with attractions such as Suok Waterfall, Pungnakheon, and the Hanji Experience Museum, making Yeonpung-myeon a culturally dense location worth exploring.
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