The word “Sugam” literally meaning “Sleep under the rock” in Korean,

originated from an old story that the king Gariwang (羯王, Gariwang) of the ancient Maek dinasty (맥국, 貊國) escaped from the exhausting war and when he arrived in the area of Jeongseon he, he could not find a place to stay and slept deeply under a rock. He had such a sound sleep and was so thankful to nature that he engraved the word “Sugam” on the rock. The name of Sugam-ri village (숙암리, 宿岩里) originated from that story. Due to its geographical isolation and breathtaking scenery, the Sugam-ri village of Jeongseon county has long been known as a perfect place to contemplate, spend time meditating, and recharge away from secular society.