#충청남도, #피나클랜드 수목원 - 50 Million Chrysanthemums Cover an Entire Garden in Asan

#충청남도, #피나클랜드 수목원 - 50 Million Chrysanthemums Cover an Entire Garden in Asan

Looking for an easy autumn day trip in Korea? Pinnacle Land Arboretum (피나클랜드 수목원) in Asan, Chungcheongnam-do (충청남도 아산) is transformed into a spectacular sea of chrysanthemums every autumn.

2026 Pinnacle Land 50 Million Chrysanthemum Festival (2026 아산 피나클랜드 오천만송이 국화축제) runs from September 19 to November 30, 2026.

The huge garden features millions of chrysanthemums across its themed gardens, along with a chrysanthemum tunnel, Moonlight Waterfall (달빛폭포), Sky Garden (하늘정원) and beautiful autumn walking paths.

🎟️ Admission from October 3
Adults: KRW 15,000
Children / Youth / Seniors / Disabled: KRW 13,000
Children under 36 months: Free with proof

🕐 Opening hours
Sun–Fri: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM–9:00 PM
Last admission: 1 hour before closing

- Saturday nights: A fireworks show takes place at 8:30 PM, along with performances and other entertainment.
- You can also enjoy animal feeding, flowerpot activities and stamp missions — making it a fun destination for families.

📍 피나클랜드 수목원
충청남도 아산시 영인면 월선길 20-42






#경기도 #용문산 Mountain - A 1,157m Autumn Trek Through Temples, Valleys & Rock Formations

#경기도 #용문산 Mountain - A 1,157m Autumn Trek Through Temples, Valleys & Rock Formations

Looking for an autumn hiking destination near Seoul? Yongmunsan Mountain (용문산) in Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi-do (경기도 #양평) is a spectacular choice.

With its highest peak, Gaseopbong (#가섭봉), reaching 1,157m, the mountain is known as the “Geumgangsan of Gyeonggi-do (경기도의 금강산)” for its dramatic scenery.

* Trekking
Several routes are available, with the most popular taking around 3 hours to reach the summit. Shorter and longer routes range from about 2 to 3.5 hours.

Along the way, you'll encounter mountain ridges, valleys and striking rock formations such as Yonggakbawi (용각바위) and Madangbawi (마당바위).

⛩️ Yongmunsa Temple (#용문사)
After hiking, visit the historic Yongmunsa Temple (용문사), a thousand-year-old Buddhist temple surrounded by autumn foliage.

Its most famous landmark is a magnificent 1,100-year-old ginkgo tree (은행나무), standing about 42m tall and protected as a Natural Monument.

Best for: autumn foliage, hiking, temples, photography and nature lovers.

📍 Yongmunsan Tourist Area (#용문산관광지)
경기도 양평군 용문면 신점리 515-2

Whether you choose a short 2-hour hike or a longer 3.5-hour route, Yongmunsan (용문산) offers a wonderful combination of autumn mountains, ancient temples and spectacular natural scenery.






#충청북도 #보발재 - One of Korea's Most Beautiful Autumn Drives — Bobaljae Pass

#충청북도 #보발재 - One of Korea's Most Beautiful Autumn Drives — Bobaljae Pass

Looking for a spectacular autumn road in Korea? Bobaljae Pass (보발재) in Danyang, Chungcheongbuk-do (충청북도 단양) is a must-see.

At an elevation of 540 meters, this winding mountain road offers stunning views of colorful autumn foliage. Around 500 maple trees were planted along the road in 2020, adding even more color to the already beautiful landscape.

The famous winding autumn road was also awarded the Grand Prize at the 45th Korea Tourism Photography Competition in 2017.

Bobaljae Observatory (보발재 전망대), opened in 2024, offers a panoramic view of the entire winding road — perfect for photography.

🍁 Best time to visit
Foliage begins: mid-October
Peak colors: late October to early November

📍 보발재
충청북도 단양군 가곡면 보발리 산1-1
- Open 24 hours / year-round
- Observatory: Free
- No dedicated parking lot, so visitors need to use nearby roadside or open spaces.

For a full autumn day trip, combine Bobaljae with nearby Guinsa Temple (#구인사) and Ondal Tourist Area (#온달관광지).






#전북 #구절초정원 - A Sea of White Chrysanthemums in 정읍, Korea

#전북 #구절초정원 - A Sea of White Chrysanthemums in 정읍, Korea

Imagine walking through a vast garden completely covered in white flowers. The 19th Jeongeup Chrysanthemum Flower Festival (제19회 정읍 구절초 꽃축제) will take place from October 8-18, 2026, at Gujeolcho Garden (구절초정원) in Jeongeup, Jeollabuk-do (전북 정읍).

The festival covers an enormous 380,000㎡ garden - equivalent to more than 50 soccer fields. Around 150,000㎡ of white Gujeolcho chrysanthemums (구절초) bloom beneath more than 3,000 pine trees, creating a spectacular autumn landscape.

Visitors can explore five garden areas, along with a suspension bridge (#출렁다리), waterfall, ecological wetland and viewpoints.

🎟️ Admission
Adults: KRW 7,000
KRW 4,000 is returned as Jeongeup Love Gift Certificates (정읍사랑상품권)
Children: KRW 3,000
Jeongeup residents, veterans and people with disabilities: Free with valid identification

📍 전북 정읍시 산내면 매죽리 571번지)

The festival also features concerts, traditional performances, food and hands-on activities such as flower-making experiences and a Gujeolcho warm-water foot bath (구절초 온수 족욕).

If you're looking for a beautiful autumn flower destination in Korea, this is one to put on your list. Visiting on a weekday is recommended for a more peaceful walk through the flower fields.

#정읍구절초꽃축제 #Jeongeup #JeongeupChrysanthemumFestival #구절초 #구절초정원 #정읍 #전북 #JeollabukDo #가을여행 #AutumnTravel #한국여행 #KoreaTravel


#강원도 #하늬라벤더팜 - A Peaceful Autumn Garden at the Foot of Geumgangsan Mountain

#강원도 #하늬라벤더팜 - A Peaceful Autumn Garden at the Foot of Geumgangsan Mountain

Looking for a beautiful autumn destination in Goseong, Gangwon-do (강원도 고성)? Haeni Lavender Farm (하늬라벤더팜) is a 33,000㎡ garden at the foot of Geumgangsan Mountain (#금강산), lovingly developed since 2006.

Beyond its famous lavender fields, the farm features 🌺 poppy fields, 🌾 rye fields, 🌸 hydrangea gardens, a vintage garden and a peaceful metasequoia forest path (메타세쿼이아 숲길).

🍁 October 2026 visit
Open until October 18, 2026
Closed every Tuesday
Opening hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Last admission: 5:00 PM
Adult admission: KRW 5,000
Free parking

📍 강원특별자치도 고성군 간성읍 꽃대마을길 175

⚠️ Pets, outside food, smoking and plant picking are not allowed. The farm may also close temporarily in severe weather.

June is the best time to see the famous purple lavender fields, but autumn offers a quieter atmosphere for walking and enjoying the gardens.

If you're visiting Goseong (고성) this October, consider adding Songjiho Observatory Tower (송지호 관망타워) and Songjiho Beach (송지호해변) to the same day trip.


KAIST, 파리지옥처럼 물체 감지·포획하는 소프트 로봇 소재 개발 - KAIST Develops Soft Robotic Material Inspired by Venus Flytrap

KAIST, 파리지옥처럼 물체 감지·포획하는 소프트 로봇 소재 개발 - KAIST Develops Soft Robotic Material Inspired by Venus Flytrap

 ▲ KAIST 문홍철 교수 연구팀이 파리지옥에서 착안한 소프트 로봇용 포획 소재를 개발했다. A research team led by Moon Hong Chul, a professor at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, has developed a capturing material for soft robots inspired by the Venus flytrap. iClickArt (Unauthorized reproduction and redistribution of the photo above are prohibited under copyright law.)

한국 연구팀이 파리지옥처럼 물체의 접근을 스스로 감지하고, 빛에 반응해 낚아채는 혁신적인 소프트 로봇 소재를 개발했다. A domestic research team has developed an innovative soft robotic material that acts like a Venus flytrap in autonomously detecting approaching objects and snapping shut in response to light.

한국과학기술원(KAIST)은 30일 생명화학공학과 문홍철 교수 연구팀이 감지(센서)와 움직임(구동) 기능을 하나로 통합한 이온성 고분자 소재 ‘이오노그래스퍼(Ionograsper)’를 개발했다고 밝혔다.

The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) on Sept. 30 said the team led by Moon Hong Chul, an associate professor at KAIST's Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, developed an Ionograsper, an ionic polymer material that integrates sensing and actuation (movement) functions into a single unit.

이 소재는 전기를 띤 물체가 접근하면 이를 스스로 인지하고, 자외선을 받으면 순식간에 휘어져 물체를 움켜쥐도록 설계됐다. 하나의 소재로 물체를 감지하고 움직일 수 있어 소프트 로봇의 부품과 배선을 줄일 가능성을 제시했다.

This material is designed to independently detect the approach of a charged object and instantly bend to grasp it after exposure to ultraviolet light. Since this material can both sense and manipulate objects, it offers the potential to reduce the number of components and wiring required for soft robots.

특히 자외선을 끈 뒤에도 변형된 형태를 10분 이상 유지했다. 물체를 잡은 상태를 유지하기 위해 계속 빛을 비출 필요가 없다.

The material maintained its deformed shape for over 10 minutes even after the ultraviolet light was turned off, removing the need to continuously shine light on it to maintain its grip on an object.

연구팀은 물체를 감지하는 거리와 움직이는 속도, 반복 사용에 따른 내구성을 높이고 가시광선이나 근적외선으로도 움직일 수 있도록 후속 연구를 이어갈 계획이다.

The researchers plan follow-up studies to improve the material's object detection range, movement speed and durability after repeated use, as well as enable operation using visible or near-infrared light.

고현정 기자 hjkoh@korea.kr
By Koh Hyunjeong, hjkoh@korea.kr

2030년까지 재생에너지 100GW 이상…전력망 혁신으로 수용능력 확대 - Korea Targets Over 100GW of Renewable Energy by 2030 with Power Grid Innovation

2030년까지 재생에너지 100GW 이상…전력망 혁신으로 수용능력 확대 - Korea Targets Over 100GW of Renewable Energy by 2030 with Power Grid Innovation

 ▲ 기후에너지환경부가 29일 국무회의에서 2030년까지 재생에너지 100GW 이상 보급하기 위해 전력망 시스템을 재설계하는 '전력망 혁신대책'을 보고했다. 사진은 충남 서산 대호호 수상태양광 발전소 전경. The Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment on Sept. 29 announced a plan for power grid innovation at a Cabinet meeting to redesign the power grid system to enable renewable energy capacity of over 100 gigawatts by 2030. Shown is an aerial view of the floating solar power plant at Daeho Lake in Seosan, Chungcheongnam-do Province. (Korea-East Power - 동서발전)

기후에너지환경부가 29일 국무회의에서 2030년까지 재생에너지 100GW 이상 보급하기 위해 전력망 시스템을 재설계하는 '전력망 혁신대책'을 보고했다.

The Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment on Sept. 29 announced a plan for power grid innovation at a Cabinet meeting to redesign the power grid system to raise renewable energy capacity to over 100 gigawatts (GW) by 2030.

이번 대책으로 2030년 재생에너지 수용량이 송전 기준 119GW에서 171GW로, 배전 기준 84GW에서 110GW로 늘어날 것으로 기대된다.

This is expected to raise the country's ability to host renewable energy by 2030 from 119 GW to 171 GW for transmission and from 84 GW to 110 GW for distribution.

대책의 핵심은 에너지저장장치(ESS)를 활용해 재생에너지 접속 여력을 늘리는 데 있다. 태양광 출력이 수용량을 초과할 때 일시적으로 출력을 제어하는 유연접속을 도입해 배전선로의 태양광 접속량을 현재 14MW에서 16MW로, 변전소는 50MW에서 60MW로 각각 확대한다. 추가 전력망 건설 없이도 호남에서만 태양광 2.6GW를 더 받을 수 있게 된다.

The crux of the plan is to raise the capacity to connect renewable energy sources by utilizing energy storage systems (ESS). The launch of "flexible connection," which temporarily curtails solar power generation when output exceeds capacity, will boost solar power volume linkable to distribution lines from 14 megawatts (MW) to 16 MW and to substations from 50 MW to 60 MW.

This will allow the southwestern Honam region, which spans Gwangju and the two Jeolla-do provinces, to take in 2.6 GW more of solar power without the need for more power grid infrastructure.

사업자가 접속용량보다 큰 설비를 짓고 에너지저장장치(ESS)로 출력을 조절하는 자율접속 제도도 시범사업을 거쳐 내년 도입한다.

A system allowing utilities to build facilities with a capacity greater than their connection limit and regulate output using ESS is also set for launch next year after a pilot program.

접속 검토 기준도 바꾼다. 지금부터 신규 재생에너지가 석탄·액화천연가스(LNG) 발전소보다 우선 발전하는 것으로 접속 기준을 적용한다. 이렇게 하면 화력발전소가 몰린 영남·강원 등에서 2030년까지 재생에너지 20GW를 더 수용할 수 있다.

The criteria for reviewing grid connections will also undergo revision. New facilities for renewable energy now take priority over coal and liquefied natural gas power plants in grid connection selection.

This is expected to allow an additional 20 GW of renewable energy by 2030 in Yeongnam, the southeastern region covering Busan, Daegu, Ulsan and the two Gyeongsang-do provinces, and Gangwon-do Province, where thermal power plants are concentrated.

기후에너지환경부는 "반도체 산단 등 메가프로젝트의 안정적 전력 공급을 위해서 전력망 적기 구축이 시급하다"며 "발전력을 수요지로 수송할 전력망 인프라 확충이 필요하다"고 설명했다.

"The timely construction of power grids is urgently needed to ensure stable power supply for megaprojects such as semiconductor industrial complexes," the ministry said. "We must expand power grid infrastructure to transmit electricity from power generation sites to areas of demand."

샤를 오두앙 기자 caudouin@korea.kr
By Charles Audouin, caudouin@korea.kr