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Surichigol Holy Ground

Surichigol Holy Ground

수리치골 성지 · Chungnam · Palaces & heritage

Surichigol Holy Ground is a Catholic sanctuary located deep in the mountains of Guksabong Peak in the western part of Gongju-si. It holds significance as a site where Korean Catholics organized themselves while hiding from persecution during the 19th century. Today, it is designated as a sanctuary dedicated to the Virgin Mary, providing a retreat house for Catholics to experience nature away from urban areas.

TypePalaces & heritage
RegionChungnam
Address544 Yongsubonggap-gil, Sinpung-myeon, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
HoursOpen 24 hr
ClosedN/A (Open all year round)
ParkingAvailable

Getting there

From Korea Tourism Organization open data. Hours and admission change with the season and on public holidays — confirm with the venue before a long trip.

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