CRI

 [ABSTRACT]

  Chungju, Jecheon, and Danyang, part of northern Chungbuk and interconnected by the Namhan River, were essential hubs for transporting local products by both road and water. They played a crucial role in gathering and distributing goods until the establishment of the Seoul-Busan railway and the Chungbuk railroad. Notably, Chungju, with jurisdiction over Jecheon and Danyang until the Joseon era, had the second-highest population, following Hanyangdoseon, the Seoul city wall.

  Rich in historical and cultural resources, this region concentrates over half of Chungbuk's national treasures and scenic spots. However, the paper stems from the recognition of an existing deficiency in the effective utilization of cultural content.

  In this study, we aimed to systematically organize and categorize historical and cultural resources in the northern Chungbuk, including cultural heritage, stories, figures, and artistic works. Additionally, we seek to clarify the characteristics inherent in the historical and cultural resources of this region.

  Up to now, historical and cultural resources that have not received significant attention include the following in Chungju: the figure Gang-su and the story of 'Daincheolso.' In Jecheon, focus has been placed on traditional houses such as 'Hanbyeongnu,' historic houses, and the 'Baeron Sanctuary.' Additionally, in Danyang, attention has been given to Governor Hwang Junryang, known for governing well, Jo Byoung-gi, recognized as Korea's Robinson Crusoe, and the potential utilization of cultural content from prehistoric sites, caves, and limestone. Furthermore, emphasis has been placed on the common presence of ferry terminals ('naru') and mountain fortresses ('sanseong') in the three northern cities and counties.

  Above all, this study has been valuable in discovering 37 real scenery landscape paintings inspired by the Namhan River in Jecheon and Danyang. It is important to actively use these paintings, perhaps by creating art museums or incorporating them into digital media art in the modern age.