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Dodamsambong Peaks (Danyang)

단양 도담삼봉(丹陽 島潭三峰)•Dodamsambong Peaks (Danyang)

The crown jewel of Danyang’s eight scenic wonders, immortalized by master painters and scholars of the Joseon Dynasty.

Three limestone peaks rising gracefully from the emerald Namhangang River with Sambongjeong Pavilion at Dodamsambong.
The prime wonder of the Eight Scenic Views of Danyang, where three limestone karst peaks rise gracefully from the river.
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Hours & Closures

Schedule: 09:00 - 18:00
Last Admission: 17:30
⚠️ Open daily year-round
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Tickets & Admission

Free Scenic ViewingFree
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Contact & Website

Dodamsambong Visitor Center:
📞 +82-43-422-1146Call
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Transit Access

Danyang Local Bus (Danyang Station to Dodamsambong): Dodamsambong Stop
🚶 3 min walk

🚗 Parking lot available on-site (approx. 3,000 KRW).

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History & Heritage

Rising from the mirror-like waters of the Namhangang River, Dodamsambong consists of three karst peaks formed by millennia of limestone erosion, designated National Scenic Site No. 44.

Folklore recounts young Jeong Do-jeon outwitting Gangwon officials who demanded taxes for rocks washed down in a flood.

Immortalized in celebrated Joseon landscape masterworks by court painters Danwon Kim Hong-do and Gyeomjae Jeong Seon.

⏳ Historical Milestones

1392Jeong Do-jeon adopts pen name Sambong.
1796Kim Hong-do paints Dodamsambong.
2008Designated National Scenic Site No. 44.
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What to See & Highlights

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Three Karst Peaks & Pavilion

The three karst limestone peaks and the 1766 wooden pavilion perched upon the center peak.

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Seongmun Natural Stone Rainbow Gate

A colossal natural rainbow stone arch framing river vistas, designated National Scenic Site No. 45.

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Visit Planning & Advice

⏱️ Recommended Duration:

1 – 1.5 hours

☀️ Best Time of Day:

Early morning for atmospheric river mist swirling around the stone peaks

🍁 Seasonal Tips: Autumn delivers crisp skies reflecting colorful Sobaeksan mountain foliage.
✅ Practical Rules:
  • Viewing the peaks from the plaza observation deck is free.
  • Sightseeing cruise boats and thrilling motorboats operate around the base for 10,000–15,000 KRW.
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How to Travel from Seoul to danyang?

🚄 KTX₩23,700
🎁5% KTX mileage accumulation for eligible Korail Talk members (not a discount)
From: Seoul Station
To: Daejeon Station
Duration: 50m – 1h 00m (~160 km)
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🚅 SRT₩20,100
From: Suseo Station
To: Daejeon Station
Duration: 45m (~155 km)
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🚌 Express Bus₩11,000 ~ ₩18,000
From: Seoul Express Bus Terminal
To: Daejeon Complex Terminal
Duration: 2h 00m (~150 km)
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