Cheongsong County's "Oxygen Cafe Cheongsong Garden" Gains Attention as a Healing Tourist Destination

The Nation’s Largest Zinnia Garden
Emerging as a Year-Round Healing Destination

Cheongsong Garden, the "Oxygen Cafe" established by Cheongsong County in North Gyeongsang Province, is gaining attention as a leading year-round healing tourist destination. The garden boasts the nation’s largest zinnia complex, numerous photo zones, and a variety of cultural content.

Word of mouth has spread about this stay-type tourist spot that combines nature, relaxation, and hands-on experiences. As a result, not only families but also photography enthusiasts and social media users continue to visit steadily.

Scenery of Cheongsong Garden, an oxygen cafe located in Singiri, Pacheon-myeon, Cheongsong County [Photo by Cheongsong County Office].

Located in Singiri, Pacheon-myeon, Cheongsong County, Cheongsong Garden is a large-scale, landscaped tourist attraction covering a total area of 136,000 square meters. This expansive space, equivalent to dozens of football fields, features seasonal flower gardens and diverse installations, making it a signature tourist destination in Cheongsong.

In particular, since 2021, it has been operating the nation’s largest zinnia complex, attracting nationwide interest.

Cheongsong Garden is notable for being more than just a place to admire flowers; it is designed so visitors can relax, participate in activities, and enjoy photography all within nature.

In spring, the garden is painted red with poppy fields, creating a spectacular view, while in autumn, the zinnia complex fills the entire space with vibrant colors, drawing many tourists.

Especially from September to early November, during the zinnia blooming season, tourists and photography clubs from across the country flock to the garden, playing a major role in revitalizing local tourism.

Cheongsong County has also actively expanded facilities to increase visitor satisfaction. In 2022, benches with shade, an apple tunnel, new installations, and additional photo zones were added to enhance convenience and experiential elements for visitors.

The "Stairway to Heaven" observatory and the spiral staircase observation tower have become iconic photo spots at Cheongsong Garden, gaining immense popularity as locations for social media photos.

Throughout the garden, various installations and rest areas blend with Cheongsong’s natural scenery. Visitors can stroll along flower-lined paths, enjoy leisurely time, and have family picnics or healing trips in the spacious garden. The nature-friendly design is especially praised as a comfortable retreat for those weary of urban life.

Cultural content is also considered a competitive strength. Cheongsong County regularly hosts various cultural performances and exhibitions at Cheongsong Garden, developing it into a complex healing space where culture and art coexist, beyond just a tourist attraction.

This setting, where visitors can enjoy performances and exhibitions in nature, is praised for drawing a wide range of tourist demand, including families, middle-aged and older visitors, and photography enthusiasts.

Free admission is another key advantage of Cheongsong Garden.

Anyone can visit without financial burden, and the site is highly accessible—just about a 10-minute drive from Cheongsong IC. With ample parking and convenient facilities, visitors are extending their stays.

Recently, photos of Cheongsong Garden’s scenery and its photo zones have rapidly spread across social media and online communities, increasing its recognition as a national tourist hotspot.

The ever-changing floral landscapes and the garden’s emotional atmosphere align with the travel trends of younger generations, making it a popular spot for so-called "life-shot" photos.

A Cheongsong County official stated, "Cheongsong Garden, the Oxygen Cafe, is growing as a premier tourist destination where visitors can enjoy nature, culture, and relaxation all at once," and added, "We will continue to develop it into a year-round tourist attraction by expanding content and facilities."

Cheongsong Garden, where visitors can experience both healing and emotion in nature, is establishing itself as a new landmark in Cheongsong tourism and continues to play a positive role in revitalizing the local tourism industry.

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