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Pak Kyongni Memorial Hall (박경리 기념관)

11.7Km    2024-02-21

173 Sanyangjungang-ro, Sanyang-eup, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Pak Kyongni Memorial Hall was established to deepen appreciation for the literary works of Tongyeong-born novelist Pak Kyongni. The main facilities include an exhibit hall, archive, and video hall. Visitors can explore her personal items, such as letters and autographic manuscripts of her most famous novel, Toji (The Land), as well as other books she wrote. Additionally, the site of the Memorial Hall, known as Pak Kyongni Park, encompasses her grave and a hexagonal pavilion, offering a tranquil space for visitors to reflect and spend time.

Ssanggeun Auto Campground (쌍근오토캠핑장)

Ssanggeun Auto Campground (쌍근오토캠핑장)

11.7Km    2024-02-13

539-1 Tappo-ri, Nambu-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Ssanggeun Auto Campground, located near Ssanggeun Port, features a total of sixteen camping sites equipped with facilities such as showers, restrooms, and sinks. A caretaker is on-site to ensure safety, with fire extinguishers and fire hoses available. Conveniently, a market just five minutes away provides firewood, camping, and fishing supplies. In addition to camping, visitors can enjoy sea bathing, fishing, and tidal flat experiences at the beachfront right in front of the campground.

Geoje Recreational Forest (거제자연휴양림)

Geoje Recreational Forest (거제자연휴양림)

12.3Km    2021-06-14

325, Geojejungang-ro, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-639-8115

Geoje Recreational Forest is located on Nojasan Mountain (alt. 565 m). The mountain summit offers a panoramic view of the entire island, Hallyeohaesang National Park, and even as far as Tsushima Island in Japan on clear days. The forest itself offers walking paths, hiking trails, a campground, and bungalows, making it a suitable location for family vacations.

Geoje Gyedo Fishing Village (거제 계도어촌체험마을)

Geoje Gyedo Fishing Village (거제 계도어촌체험마을)

13.3Km    2024-03-20

837 Gajo-ro, Sadeung-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Geoje Gyedo Fishing Village offers a variety of fishing village experiences. The village, named Gyedo because the hill behind the village resembles a chicken, offers family-friendly activities such as fishing from a deck built over the sea and pedestal fishing. Additionally, it is known as a beautiful spot for sunsets, offering picturesque coastal views.

Hakdong Auto Campging Site (학동자동차야영장)

Hakdong Auto Campging Site (학동자동차야영장)

14.0Km    2024-03-20

981 Geoje-daero, Dongbu-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Hakdong Auto Camping Site was established by Korea National Park Service to promote a healthy camping culture. It includes a total of 105 facilities, comprising eighty-nine auto campsites and six caravan sites. Convenient amenities such as shower rooms, dishwashing areas, electricity, and eco-friendly experiential facilities are available. Nearby attractions include Hakdongmongdolhaebyeon Pebble Beach, Oedo Island, and Windy Hill.

Hakdong Mongdol Beach (학동흑진주몽돌해변)

Hakdong Mongdol Beach (학동흑진주몽돌해변)

14.2Km    2025-10-23

18-1, Hakdong 6-gil, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-639-4242~4245

Hakdong Mongdol Beach, filled with small black pebbles, spans a distance of 1.2 kilometers and a x_width of 50 meters, covering a 30,000 ㎡ area. Walking on the pebbles stimulates acupressure points on the soles of feet, providing health benefits for visitors. Unlike other beaches on the southern part of the country, the water of Hakdong Mongdol Beach is deep with rough waves, but various water activities are available. There are accommodations and restaurants nearby and dock at the beach offers a boat excursion around popular attractions.

Geunpodonggul Cave (근포동굴)

15.7Km    2022-08-10

423 Jeogu-ri, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-639-6532

Geunpo Village Tunnels, which recently became popular photo spots, are some of the five tunnels located on the beach behind Geunpo Village. It is recommended to take photos at sunset with the scenery outside the cave and the silhouette. Also, if you visit after rain, water will pool on the floor, allowing you to take better photos as it reflects the landscape.

Bijindo Beach (비진도해수욕장)

15.7Km    2024-02-28

523-3 Bijin-ri, Hansan-myeon, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Bijindo Beach is a unique coastal area with the sea on both sides. One side features a sandy white beach, while the other side offers a small pebble beach. The beach boasts a spectacular view of both sunrise and sunset. Additionally, it is a habitat for the natural monument paperplant (Fatsia japonica).

Jangsado Sea Park (장사도해상공원)

Jangsado Sea Park (장사도해상공원)

16.1Km    2024-02-27

55 Jangsado-gil, Hansan-myeon, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-633-0362

Jangsado Sea Park, located approximately 21km (about 50 minutes) from Donam Port in Tongyeong, is an island within the Hallyeohaesang National Park, boasting over 100,000 camellia and silver magnolia along with natural monuments like the fairy pitta, sickle neofinetia, and seongnan orchids. Resembling a silkworm with a x_width of 400m and a length of 1.9km, it was formerly known as Jangsado Island, and it was called as 'Jamsado' in that time. The island features attractions such as the Camellia Tunnel Trail, Maze Garden, Herb Garden, Rainbow Bridge, and Seungni Observatory.

Myeongsa Beach (명사해수욕장)

Myeongsa Beach (명사해수욕장)

16.2Km    2024-03-20

32 Myeongsahaesuyokjang-gil, Jeogu-ri, Nambu-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Located in Nambu-myeon, Geoje-si, Myeongsa Beach is celebrated for its fine sandy quality and clear sea waters, inspiring its name, Myeongsa (the Bright Sand). The beach, featuring moderate water temperatures and gentle depths, offers an ideal summer escape with pine forests framing the pristine white sands. A specific section for swimming with pets has been designated on the beach. In addition to swimming, visitors can partake in coastal fishing or embark on cruises to explore the surrounding islands.