Jindo Tower (진도타워)

Explanation

Jindo Tower, located on top of Manggeumsan Mountain near the Jindo Bridge, has become a popular tourist attraction among international visitors and Korean tourists alike. The tower was built in recognition of Jindo residents who aided General Admiral Yi Sun-sin in winning the battle of Myeongnyang Daecheop against the Japanese invasion. The tower has various convenience facilities, including a restaurant and a café, allowing visitors to have a comfortable trip while taking in the beautiful surrounding view.

Homepage

www.jindo.go.kr

Information Use

Contact and Information : +82-61-542-0990

Parking facilities : Available (Free)

Day off : N/A (Open all year round)

Hours : March-October 09:00-18:00 / November-February 09:00-17:00

More information

Admission Fees
1,000 won

Restrooms
Available

Location

112-41 Mangeum-gil, Gunnae-myeon, Jindo-gun, Jeollanam-do

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