
The legend says that a dragon ascended to the sky, leaving a huge hole in the rock when Gungye, a former prince
of Silly Dynasty, came to Cheorwon after founding Hu Goguryeo. later renamed Taebong.
The water never dries up, even in droughts, and the place serves as an altar of prayer for rain.
The water twists down, passing three rocks–Nogwitang, Sottang and Gamatang–offering a refreshing and exciting sight.