Homibando Peninsula Coastal Trail (호미반도 해안둘레길)
13.8Km 0 2024-02-13
360 Ibam-ri, Donghae-myeon, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
The Homibando Peninsula Coastal Trail is a picturesque trekking route that spans a remarkable 58 kilometers of Pohang's coastline, stretching from Donghae-myeon to Janggi-myeon via Guryongpo-eup and Homigot Cape. This easternmost section of the Korean Peninsula offers an opportunity to marvel at rugged cliffs and savor the soothing sounds of crashing waves as you stroll along the shoreline. The trail is divided into four distinct courses, with the third course, known as Guryongso-gil, being the lengthiest, taking approximately two hours to complete. It begins at Janggun Rock, winding its way through the Golden Rain Tree and Black Jetbead colonies, ultimately concluding at Guryongso. On the other hand, the fourth course, Homi-gil, is the shortest and starts at Eagle Rock, concluding at the picturesque Homigot Sunrise Square.
Oksanseowon Confucian Academy [UNESCO World Heritage] (옥산서원 [유네스코 세계문화유산])
14.5Km 16674 2023-04-17
216-27, Oksanseowon-gil, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-762-6567
Oksanseowon Confucian Academy was built to commemorate the academic achievements and virtues of Confucian scholar Yi Eon-jeok (1491-1553). It was founded in 1572, the fifth year of King Seonjo’s reign, and received its current name the following year. It was one of the 47 Confucian academies that was ruled out from the Confucian academy abolition order made by Heungseon Daewongun. Although the building structures do not carry significant meaning in architectural aspect, the distinguished space arrangement of the buildings is hard to go unnoticed. Dokrakdang Hall, which was Yi Eon-jeok’s vacation annex as well as his study room, is situated 700 meters away to the north from Oksanseowon.
Gonnyunsan Mountain Paragliding Site (곤륜산 활공장)
15.0Km 0 2024-08-06
Heunghae-eup, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Gonnyunsan Mountain Paragliding Site is a trending location in Pohang, offering amazing views over the coastal region and ocean beyond.
Chilpo Beach (칠포해수욕장)
15.0Km 58650 2024-02-13
Heunghae-eup, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Chilpo Beach is celebrated for its four kilometers of white sand and crystal-clear waters. The shallow waters near the beach, approximately one meter deep, are ideal for children, while further out, the depth reaches adult shoulder level, making it suitable for swimmers of all ages. Additionally, visitors can enjoy a scenic trek along the wooden deck at the beach's end, offering splendid views of the East Sea. Since 2007, the beach has become even more renowned for hosting the Chilpo Jazz Festival every September. This event presents a unique opportunity to experience live jazz music by the sea, adding a musical charm to the autumn ambiance.
Dayu (다유)
16.6Km 10506 2019-08-01
84-5, Moksil-gil, Cheonbuk-myeon, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-773-8866
Located in Mulcheon-ri, Gyeongju-si, Dayu offers a comfortable resting place for visitors who need to rest and recharge during their trip. The restaurant serves nutritious meals for vegetarians and traditional teas.
Beopgwangsa Temple - Pohang (법광사 (포항))
16.8Km 7331 2020-03-25
290, Sangeup-gil, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-243-0178
Beopgwangsa Temple is located at the foot of Bihaksan Mountain in the city of Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do Province. It was originally built during the reign of King Jinpyeong (579-631) of the Silla Kingdom by Great Monk Wonhyo upon the order of the king.
The temple used to be large measuring 525 kan (kan is a traditional measurement of distance between two columns, about 1.8 meters), but most of its buildings burned down in a fire in 1863. The current buildings were rebuilt in 1952. The site of the old temple is designated as Historical Site no. 493. Some of the remaining relics are a three-story pagoda, Bulsangyeonhwadaejwa (Buddha on a lotus stand), and a twin Ssanggwibu (turtle-shaped stone base of a monument).
Gyeongju Country Club (경주컨트리클럽)
17.2Km 12809 2015-02-16
182-98, Bomun-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-745-2228
Gyeongju Country Club is located within Bomun Tourism Area with spectacular scenery of the Bomun Lake. It is within 15 minutes from Gyeongju and is aiming to become the best golf course in Korea.
The characteristic of Gyeongju Country Club is "Light Golf" which has enabled players to play golf at night and at daybreak under perfect light settings. It is located in Gyeongju, which is a tourism city, attracting the attention of tourists who love golf.
Bomun Golf Club (보문골프클럽)
17.2Km 12858 2021-04-16
182-14, Bomun-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-745-1680
Bomun Golf Club is located in the historic cultural city of Gyeongju. Situated within Bomun Tourist Complex, visitors can enjoy golf and many attractions.
Sabang Memorial Park (사방기념공원)
17.3Km 2451 2024-07-18
1712 Haean-ro, Heunghae-eup, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Sabang Memorial Park was opened in 2007 to celebrate 100 years of the "sabang movement" (planting trees on empty hills & mountains) in Korea. The memorial park offers exhibitions of the grand-scale sabang project taken on by the Park Chung-hee administration in 1975-1980.
Hanwha Resort - Gyeongju (한화리조트 경주)
17.5Km 15062 2020-09-08
182-27, Bomun-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-777-8400
Hanwha Resort Hotels & Resorts is a leading hospitality & leisure company with the highest number of condominiums and golf courses across Korea. Hanwha Resort in Gyeongju Bomun Complex (a World Heritage site) has a wide range of subsidiary facilities including banquet halls, seminar rooms, a hot spring sauna, bicycle rentals, a bowling alley, an outdoor swimming pool, supermarket, singing room and more. There are a total of four designated guestrooms for people with disabilities, with rooms equipped with beds in the annex building. All rooms are equipped with up-to-date amenities while having a simple design that is always ready to welcome the visitors.
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