Keumkuwon Sculpture Park (금구원야외조각미술관)

8.7 Km 10205 2024-04-07

31, Jogakgongwon-gil, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-584-6770

Keumkuwon Sculpture Park was founded in 1966 by Kim O-seong, and was the first park of its kind in Korea. The park was registered as Private Museum No. 277 by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism in 2003. Many of the roughly 100 sculptures are realistic in style and are related to one another, creating a feeling of watching a play unfold before one's eyes. Main pieces include "Farmer’s Hands," "Thoughts about the Limited and the Unlimited," and "The Sky in the West." The sculptures are made of marble or granite and vary in size, with some measuring 450 centimeters.

Indigenous trees and bushes of the Byeonsanbando Peninsula can be found throughout the park, giving visitors a chance to enjoy both the sculptures and the backcountry charm. The park also features the Keumkuwon Astronomical Observatory, opened in 1991. Visitors can combine their trip to the park with a visit to nearby tourist sites like Gyeokpohang Harbor, Chaeseokgang Cliff, Suseongdang Shrine, and Jeokbyeokgang Cliff.

Gosapo Beach (고사포해수욕장)

9.1 Km 10756 2024-04-07

8-8, Norumok-gil, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-582-7808

Gosapo Beach commands a magnificent scenic view, thanks to the 2-kilometer stretch of fine sand and pine forest along the beach. The beach is considered one of the cleanest among the beaches in the area. Every two weeks, the tides fall to reveal a path from Gosapo Beach to Haseom Island.

Saemangeum Embankment (새만금 간척지)

10.1 Km 0 2024-04-07

6, Saemangeum-ro, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do

Saemangeum is one of the largest land reclamation projects in Korea. After about 20 years of construction, Saemangeum Embankment was completed in 2010. The embankment overlooks the expansive West Sea, which makes it a popular place for sunset-watching. Saemangeum Embankment was made famous by the world-renowned boy band BTS when they filmed their music video and album jacket photographs on the embankment. When the music video first came out, many Korean fans were puzzled as to where the setting could be, as the scenery of the area showcases an expansive view of nature that is rather rare in Korea.

Saemangeum (새만금)

10.1 Km 14765 2024-04-07

6, Saemangeum-ro, Byeonsan-myeon, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-540-5800

Saemangeum is an area created by the reclamation project to build a sea wall connecting Gunsan and Buan. After 20 years of construction, the Saemangeum Seawall was completed in 2010. Stunning sunsets can be seen from the dike, and various facilities such as campgrounds and the Saemangeum Project Office are well prepared for visitors experience. It is also known as the filming location for BTS's music videos.

Gunsan Sikdang (Buan) (군산식당(부안))

10.3 Km 34405 2024-04-07

16 Gyeokpohang-gil, Byeonsan-myeon, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do

Gunsan Sikdang is a renowned Korean restaurant famous for its clam porridge and clams set menu. Located near Gyeokpo Port and Chaeseokgang Cliff, this area is known for abundant clams. The signature menu is the baekhap jeongsik (clams set menu), featuring dishes such as clam porridge, steamed clams, clam soup, and various seafood dishes. Baekhap juk (clam porridge), boiled with mung beans, is also a specialty known for its rich flavor.

Short And (쇼트앤드)

10.3 Km 0 2024-04-07

13, Byeonsanhaebyeon-ro, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do

The café is located on the second floor, so it is a great place to enjoy the view of Gyeokpohaebyeon Beach and the mountains beyond on clear days. The interior tends toward modern and minimalist sensibilities, allowing visitors to focus on the view, while the studio space allows visitors to take pictures with the items on display. The most notable feature of this café is its selection of beverages and dessert menu. Menus such as the Bear-gatto (Bear + Affogato), espresso topped with an ice cream in the shape of a bear; Cotton Candy Latte, raspberry latte topped with cotton candy and marshmallows; Sleeping Teddy Cake, a cake in the shape of a sleeping bear; and the rich fragrance of MaILa (Matcha + Ice Cream + Latte) bring a smile to one’s face with cute and unique concepts. All the menus in the café command a strong following, so many visitors post pictures of the café as proof of their visit on Instagram.

Fisherman’s Coffee (어부김밥커피)

10.4 Km 0 2024-04-07

27, Byeonsanhaebyeon-ro, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do

Located across from Gyeokpohaebyeon Beach, this gimbap store also offers coffee and bottled beverages. Its signature menu is gimbap, particularly kkosiraegi (sea string) gimbap. One can also enjoy squid and shrimp gimbap, all perfect menus for seafood lovers. The gimbap here is recommended because these are healthy dishes made with Buan’s specialty. The store also offers beverages and desserts with coffee, so it is a perfect place to drop by and get some food and drinks for a picnic at Gyeokpohaebyeon Beach.

Chaeseokgang Cliff (Jeonbuk National Geopark) (채석강 (전북 서해안권 국가지질공원))

10.5 Km 16193 2024-04-07

1, Byeonsanhaebyeon-ro, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-582-7808

Chaeseokgang Cliff refers to a rocky cliff and the sea around it near the Gyeokpohang Port and Dagibong areas on Byeonsanbando Peninsula. The name Chaeseokgang was adapted as it resembles an attraction of the same name in China. Chaeseokgang Cliff was formed from many layers of rocks stratified by the sea, and the blue sea and the rock cliffs together create quite a lovely picture. It is nature’s masterpiece of stratification, and visitors can observe interesting structures and shapes that cannot be seen elsewhere.

Gyeokpo Port (격포항)

10.5 Km 16413 2024-04-07

788-15, Gyeokpo-ri, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-581-0023

Gyeokpo Port is an important transit point for maritime transportation between the islands of the West Sea, such as Wido Island, Gogunsan Islands, and Hongdo Island. As a fishing port, it is known as the place through which delicious seafood from the clean waters of the West Sea arrives on land. This reputation is evident in the huge crowds of gourmands and tourists who flock to the port for webfoot octopus in spring and gizzard shad in fall. The port hauls large catches of webfoot octopus, cuttlefish, blue crab, monkfish, rockfish, spotty belly greenling, flatfish, gizzard shad, clam, and shellfish, which can be enjoyed in many seafood restaurants near the port. Gyeokpo Port is also known for its beautiful view of the sunset.

Gyeokpo Beach (격포해변)

10.5 Km 52152 2024-04-07

29-14, Byeonsanhaebyeon-ro, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-582-7808

Gyeokpo Beach, located near Chaeseokgang River, is also called Chaeseokgang Beach. The beach is more famous for the view of Chaeseokgang River and the sunset over the west sea. The beach get popular in summer, full of visitors enjoying the scenery and water activities. Known for its clear waters and gentle slope, the 500 meter long white sand beach is especially popular among families. The pine forest around the beach provides a perfect rest area for those looking for a shade. There are also many accommodations and restaurants nearby.

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