Yeongam Wangin Culture Festival (영암왕인문화축제)

17.4Km 2024-02-19

440 Wangin-ro, Yeongam-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-470-2346

Yeongam Wangin Culture Festival is held to commemorate the achievement of Korea’s Dr. Wangin, who traveled to Japan over 1,600 years ago to spread Korean knowledge, culture, and arts. Visitors can enjoy various events during the festival period.

Cheonsaseom Bonsai Park (천사섬 분재공원)

17.4Km 2021-01-19

330, Surak-gil, Sinan-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-240-8778

Cheonsaseom Bonsai Park in Sinan is a place for people to relax and enjoy nature. The ecological park is located next to the vast Korean archipelago, making it perfectly suited to relaxation and education. The park hopes to attract more visitors as it continues to hold various exhibits about potted plants and sculptures.

Historical Site of Wangin (왕인박사 유적지)

17.8Km 2024-01-10

440 Wangin-ro, Yeongam-gun, Jeollanam-do

The hometown of Wangin Baksa (Wangin the Great Scholar) is located at the foot of Munpilbong Peak to the east of Gurim Village. Due to Wangin’s importance and contributions to Korean history, this historical attraction is preserved and maintained in honor of his memory and achievements.

Seonggidong is the official birthplace of Wangin (marked by the Yuheobi memorial monument) and is also home to Seongcheon, the well Wangin is believed to have drunk from. Halfway up Wolchulsan Mountain are Chaekgul, Munsanjae and Yangsajae where Wangin is said to have studied as well as nurtured local pupils. To commemorate the significance of these areas, a memorial is held every March at Munsanjae and Yansanjae.

In front of Chaekgul is a statue of Wangin which is said to symbolize his benevolent character. Just west of Seonggidong is Doljeonggogae, a hill from which it is believed Wangin made a sorrowful look back at his countrymen before leaving for Japan.

Wangin departed for Japan from Sangdaepo, which at the time was an international trading port. The renowned Baekje scholar was beginning his journey at the request of Japanese Emperor Eungshin. He took with him ten books on the Analects of Confucius and a book of Cheonjamun, a text of one thousand Chinese characters. Over time, he earned the trust of the emperor and became instructor to the crown prince. Wangin is well-known for his part in the development of Japanese culture and his name appears often in Japanese history. Wangin educated beyond textbooks and made great contributions to the development of arts, crafts and music and is revered as the originator of Japan’s Asuka culture.

This historic site was originally reconstructed from 1985 to 1987 and is continually receiving improvements to improve accessibility for visitors.

Tommeori Beach (톱머리 해수욕장)

18.1Km 2021-08-11

66, Tommeori-gil, Muan-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-454-5224

Tommeori Beach can be characterized by the extremes shown at high and low tides. The endless stretch of white sandy beach during the low tide and the dense black pine forest offer a spectacular view. The shallow waters and low slope make it a great vacation destination.

Muan beach hotel [Korea Quality] / 무안비치호텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

18.5Km 2020-12-11

36, Tommeori-gil, Muan-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-3379-6656

Muan Beach Hotel is just in front of Topmeori Beach commanding the best view in Muan. Opening the window of the room, you can see the beach of Muan with the vast mud flat submerging and appearing according to the ebb and flow of the sea and the unobstructed scenery of Topmeori Beach. All rooms are facing the beach to have an ocean view. The rooms are composed of Suite for 2 persons, Golftel for 4 persons, Deluxe for 4 persons GRand for 5 persons, Royal for 4 persons and the pension. A double bed and a single bed are furnished in a room for 2 persons as the rooms of the hotel are more spacious than those in other ordinary hotels. The pension has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, the living roon and the kitchen. Muan Beach Hotel is exactly 3 minutes away from Muan International Airport and Muan CC. It takes about 20 minutes to Muan Red Clay Mud Flat, about 30 minutes to Hoesan Baengnyeonji Reservoir and about 15 minutes to Nuan Small Octopus Alley. It is easier and better to plan your trip to visit not only Nuan but also Mokpo and Sinan region. It takes about 40 minutes to Mokpo Modern History District, about 30 minutes to Aphaedo Island, the emerging new center of Sinan County, and about an hour to Jeungdo Island where tTaepyeong Salt Pond and the Salt Museum are located.

Wolchulsan Hot Springs (월출산 온천)

18.9Km 2020-02-06

331, Mahan-ro, Gunseo-myeon, Yeongam-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-473-6311

Wolchulsan Spa is located five kilometers northwest of the town of Yeongam. The spa overlooks the beautiful scenery of Wolchulsan Mountain, the extensive plain of Yeongam, and Yeongamcheon Stream, a tributary of Yeongsangang River.

The source of Wolchulsan Spa’s hot spring waters is red feldspar granite (elvan) that forms the aquifer column of Wolchulsan Mountain. The adhesive and purifying properties of the elvan removes harmful organic matter and pollutants, resulting in pure, natural hot spring waters. Rich in various minerals, dissolved oxygen, and far-infrared emissivity, the elvan hot spring waters are known to be effective for alleviating various ailments such as fatigue, neuralgia, rheumarthritis, skin trouble, and athlete’s foot.

Various tourist attractions are located nearby, including the Wolchulsan Mountain, the reed field in Miwangjae, and Dogapsa Temple, so visitors can enjoy a good rest at Wolchulsan Spa after sightseeing.

Muan 879 (무안 879)

19.5Km 2024-03-28

879 Cheongun-ro, Mangun-myeon, Muan-gun, Jeollanam-do

Muan 879 is a large café with a view of the sea near Muan Tommeori Beach. It is famous for its exotic outdoor garden resembling a European art museum and its hydrangea photo zone. The first floor is decorated with antique furniture and lighting, while the second floor has a more modern atmosphere. Enjoying an americano while admiring the sea view through the large windows is a delightful experience.

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