To the southwest of its principal peak, Poam mountain descends to the low pass of Haneuljae.
Its lower slopes contain a number of important cultural artifacts, many of which are linked to the role of Haneuljae as a key transit route in the Silla and Goryeo periods.
For example, the site of the Goryeo-era Buddhist temple of Mireuksa is located in Mireung-ni, Chungju City.
The site of the Silla-era Buddhist temple of in Gwaneum-ni, Mungyeong-eup, Mungyeong City.
), 길 위의 역사, 고개의 문화 (Gil wi-ui yeoksa, gogae-ui munhwa / The history upon the road, the culture of the passes), pp. 129–150.