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Yeosu Safety Experience Training Center (KOSHA) (여수 안전체험장(안전보건공단))

Yeosu Safety Experience Training Center (KOSHA) (여수 안전체험장(안전보건공단))

14.1Km    2025-07-30

32 Samdong 2-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Yeosu Safety Experience Training Center is the nation's largest safety training facility founded to raise public awareness on safety prevention and management, covering a wide variety of safety hazards that can take place in the everyday or workplace environment as well as providing region-focused expert training on petrochemical industry. The center has a total of seven themed halls, equipped with 70 different types of content that provide a simulation of real-life emergency situations to educate the public on how to prevent and handle the situation. In particular, the center's virtual reality and special effects content offer a variety of simulations on workplace hazards that can take place in the petrochemical industry, construction sites, manufacturing industry, and service-related sites. The training center is open to visitors of all ages for free.

Waypoint Pool Villa [Korea Quality]웨이포인트 풀빌라[한국관광 품질인증]

Waypoint Pool Villa [Korea Quality]웨이포인트 풀빌라[한국관광 품질인증]

14.3Km    2023-05-23

1803-64 , Namseo-daero, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-10-8836-1388

Waypoint Pool Villa is located by a pebble beach in Namhae, Gyeongsangnam-do. The front of the villa is all glass, giving panoramic views of the emerald South Sea and its brilliant sunsets. Each room has its own swimming pool and barbecue, so guests can relax in privacy while making unforgettable memories.

Yeosu Yeongchwisan Mountain (영취산 (여수))

Yeosu Yeongchwisan Mountain (영취산 (여수))

14.5Km    2024-03-08

Sangam-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Yeongchwisan Mountain is not very tall, rising just 510 meters above sea level, but the mountain has long been deemed as a spiritual guardian of the Yeosu peninsula. During the old days, people held rituals for rain or offered wishful prayers here. Geumseongdae and Dosolam Hermitage are two Buddhist places of worship on the mountain.

As Yeongchwisan Mountain is not very tall, taking any hiking course will lead hikers to the peak within about four hours. The mountain is a perfect place for family travelers to go hiking. Yeongchwisan Mountain is also widely known as the first place in Korea where azaleas begin to bloom in the spring, and is one of the top three most famous places in Korea for azalea blossoms. In April each year, the azalea festival is held in the mountain. The festival offers a variety of programs including a ritual for the god of the mountain, a writing contest for students, a photo contest, and Miss Azalea beauty pageant. During the festival, visitors can enjoy various events and local foods.

Wolpo Dugok Beach (두곡, 월포해수욕장)

Wolpo Dugok Beach (두곡, 월포해수욕장)

14.9Km    2025-01-15

77 Nammyeon-ro 111beon-gil, Nam-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Situated 14 kilometers from Namhae-eup, Wolpo Dugok Beach offers a blend of pebbles and sand, rather than a plain sand shore. Surrounded by a pine forest, it is a perfect place to spend quiet family time and enjoy rock fishing. The coastal road next to the beach offers a breathtaking view. The beach is 70 meters wide and 900 meters long with an average depth of 1-2 meters.

Yeosu Industrial Complex (여수 국가산업단지)

15.1Km    2024-02-20

183-1 Hwachi-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Yeosu Industrial Complex, established in 1967, is the largest petrochemical industrial complex in Korea. It holds significant historical importance as a space that has driven the economic development of Korea. With thousands of lights installed in massive machinery and facilities, it forms a dazzling night view, making it a popular tourist attraction. There are observatory and pedestrian deck where visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the industrial complex's magnificent lights, making it an excellent spot for tourism.

Nodo Island (Kim Manjung Historic Site) (노도(김만중유허지))

16.3Km    2024-02-23

1-1 Nodo-gil, Sangju-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Nodo Island, where Kim Manjung, a scholar-official during the Joseon dynasty, spent three years in exile amid factional conflicts, preserves the remnants of his thatched house, a memorial stone, and a well. The island stands as a testament to its historical significance. Named "Nodo" for its historical association with the production of numerous oars, it is also known as Satgatseom Island, named for its resemblance to a Satgat. Blending captivating natural scenery with Kim Manjung's literary legacy, the island features the Seopo Literature Museum, a Folk Museum, and an Ecological Pond.

Yongmunsa Temple (Namhae) (용문사(남해))

17.4Km    2024-02-23

166-11 Yongmunsa-gil, Idong-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Yongmunsa Temple, located on Hogusan Mountain in Namhae, was established in 802. It derived its name from being built above a pond where a dragon was believed to reside. The temple provides a temple stay program, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in tranquility for both body and mind. Renowned as a picturesque destination for autumn foliage, it attracts a multitude of tourists during the fall season.