9.3Km 0 2024-04-15
Chuam-dong, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-532-1945
The Donghae Port Crab King Festa takes place annually in April or May near Donghae's major tourist attraction of Chuam Beach. The festival celebrates the fresh crabs and king crab that are harvested near Russia and enter Korea through Donghae Port.
10.0Km 11294 2022-09-15
Miro-myeon, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-570-3722
Yeonggyeongmyo Royal Tomb is the grave of the mother of King Mokjo and the 5th great-grandmother of King Taejo of the Joseon dynasty. During the 3rd year of King Gojong’s reign (1899), the grave as well as memorial monuments were built together with Jungyeongmyo, a grave for the 5th great-grandfather of King Taejo. Surrounded by a rich forest, it has a beautiful view. Every April 20th, an ancestral ritual is held by the Lee family (from Jeonju).
10.0Km 14 2020-06-01
28, Chotdaebawi-gil, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-530-2801
Chuam Suspension Bridge is located near Chotdae Rock, famous as a sunrise spot. The 72 meters long suspension bridge is the first suspension bridge that crosses over the ocean in Korea.
10.1Km 13740 2020-07-17
333, Surobuin-gil, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-570-4616
Isabu Lion Park & Picture Book Land is a family-friendly theme park that provides the beautiful ocean view of the East Sea up close. The park is open year round, serving as a perfect picnic park from spring to fall, while turning into a snowy fun park with a sledding hill in winter. The park also holds movie nights from time to time.
10.1Km 25868 2022-12-26
Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-530-2801
Chuam Chotdaebawi Rock in Donghae-si, Gangwon-do is one of Korea’s most famous tourist attractions. The beautifully formed rock towers high into the sky and resembles a candlestick, from which it gets its name. Chotdaebawi Rock and the nearby rock formations seem to change the shape they resemble along with the waves that crash against the rocks. The view of the sunrise from behind Chotdaebawi Rock is so popular that it attracts photographers and tourists nationwide.
* The Legend of Chotdaebawi Rock
Once upon a time, there was a man who lived in Chuam who had a concubine. His wife was jealous of the second wife and the conflict between the two women continually escalated. One day, god became enraged over their continual quarreling and threw lighting down from heaven, striking both women dead. The newly-made widower missed his wives so much that he remained frozen in his loneliness and eventually turned into a rock, which is now called Chotdaebawi Rock.
10.1Km 21105 2022-08-03
26, Chotdaebawi-gil, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-539-8825
Chuam Beach is a white sandy beach with various unique rock formations. Even though the beach itself is small, there are plenty of things to see like beautiful sunsets, a suspension bridge over the ocean, and the famous Chotdaebawi Rock. The suspension bridge is a perfect photo spot with the East Sea in the backdrop. There is also Haeamjeong Pavilion, first built in 1361 and renovated in 1790. Chuam Sculpture Park at the end of the suspension bridge is also worth a visit.
10.2Km 11757 2021-07-15
Jeungsan-dong, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-570-3843
A small and quiet beach, Jeungsan Beach is located four kilometers away from downtown Samcheok. With an average depth of one to two meters, it attracts many vacationers in the summer. The beach's close proximity to Chuam Beach allows visitors to take in the view of Chotdaebawi Rock as well as beautiful sunrise. In winter, flock of seagulls flying over the ocean is a sight to see.
10.3Km 0 2024-07-26
22 Ilchul-ro, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-532-1945
The Mukho Dojjaebi Festa takes place around Mukho Port Passenger Terminal and the beautiful East Sea. During the festival period, admission to Dojjaebigol Sky Valley is discounted at 50% off. Visitors can enjoy a range of tasty local foods, including makgeolli and dried pollack, as well as fun art programs and performances.
10.3Km 31285 2021-03-17
22, Ilchul-ro, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-530-2271
Situated in Donghae, Mukhohang Port opened in 1941 and used to be the most prolific trading port on the east coast. However, with the steady change in the economy, it has now become a center of fishing. A large wholesale seafood market at the port offers a wide array of freshly caught seafood. From early in the morning, merchants across the country gather at the market to purchase fresh seafood. Dried fish are also available.
Mukho Lighthouse, located atop Dongmunsan Mountain, opened in June 1963 as an unmanned lighthouse guiding ships into Mukhohang Port. The two-story lighthouse is 12 meters tall and is made from cement. The white lighthouse stands out against the blue sea and sky to create a fantastic image. The area surrounding the lighthouse has been turned into a small park. There is a large rock inscribed with a poem about the sea near the park entrance.
10.4Km 12694 2021-07-22
401, Surobuin-gil, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-570-3721
Haegasa is a site named after the tale of 'Haega' in "The Heritage of the Three States." While the original Haegasa is assumed to be on Wausan Mountain at the northern end of Samcheok Beach, it has been restored on Jeungsandong Beach against the backdrop of beautiful scenery. Located near Haegasa are Chuam Beach and Surobuin Park, which hosues a dragon ball, upon which people make their wishes.