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Mosageum Beach (모사금해수욕장)

Mosageum Beach (모사금해수욕장)

18.8Km    2024-02-20

Ocheon-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Mosageum Beach is a beach located on Odongdo Island within the Hallyeohaesang National Park. With a pristine shoreline stretching 225 meters, it offers shallow waters and clean seawater, perfect for swimming. Surrounded by beautiful scenery and offering a tranquil atmosphere, it's an ideal destination for a relaxing vacation during the peak season. The coastal road around the beach is also famous for its sunrise views.

Homeplus - Samcheonpo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 삼천포)

Homeplus - Samcheonpo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 삼천포)

18.8Km    2024-04-23

165, Jungang-ro, Sacheon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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[Namhae Barae-gil] Daraengi Jiget-gil Trail ([남해 바래길] 다랭이지겟길)

[Namhae Barae-gil] Daraengi Jiget-gil Trail ([남해 바래길] 다랭이지겟길)

19.1Km    2021-06-16

Pyeongsan-ri, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-863-8778

Barae-gil Road gets its name from the belief of Namhae families that the ocean provides us with everything we need. The road was designed to provide means of exercise, as well as provide life experiences through participating in activities along the way, such as farming and fishing. The Daraengi Jiget-gil Trail section stretches along the coast from Pyeongsanhang Port, past Sachon Beach to Daraengi Village. The trail affords views of the incredible natural scenery from the ocean waves pounding onto the pebble beaches to the terraced fields of rice. The trail spans 16 kilometers and takes around five hours to complete.

Yeosu Yeongchwisan Mountain (영취산 (여수))

Yeosu Yeongchwisan Mountain (영취산 (여수))

19.4Km    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)

19.4Km    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.

Sky Little Kids Pool Villa [Korea Quality]/하늘꼬마키즈풀빌라[한국관광 품질인증]

Sky Little Kids Pool Villa [Korea Quality]/하늘꼬마키즈풀빌라[한국관광 품질인증]

19.8Km    2023-05-23

1943-15 , Gyeongseo-daero, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-10-3889-7905

Sky Little Kids Pool Villa in Hadong, Gyeongsangnam-do, is an enjoyable pension for families and children where kids can play in safety. It’s a place of toys, play areas, indoor and outdoor swimming pools - and children running freely around!

Heungguksa Temple (Yeosu) (흥국사 (여수))

19.9Km    2021-11-05

160, Heungguksa-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-685-5633

The name of Heungguksa Temple means “if the country prospers, the temple does well.” The temple was established to pray for the country to flourish. Located on Yeongchwisan Mountain, Heunaguksa was founded by Bojo Guksa in 1195.

Within the compound are other buildings including Wontongjeon, Palsangjeon and Daeungjeon (Main Hall). The temple’s main hall, a Treasure, is open in its structure and equipped with traditional Korean doors. A Buddhist painting named Hubultaenghwa is designated as a Treasure. At the entrance to the temple is a rainbow-shaped stone bridge called Honggyo Bridge,a Treasure, which is widely known as a distinguished work of art.

On Yeongchwisan Mountain, azaleas begin to bloom in early April and completely take over the mountain by the end of the month. Azalea blossoms create an extravagant view along the ridgeline of Yeongchwibong Peak (439 meters above sea level) and Jillyebong Peak (510 meters above sea level). During this period, the Mount Yeongchwisan Azalea Festival takes place.