Woosooyoung Tourist Attractions (우수영관광지)

.0M 2023-04-28

12, Gwangwang leisure-ro, Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-530-5541

Woosooyoung Tourist Attractions area became a national tourist site in 1986, and Memorial Park of Admiral Yi was added in 1991, serving as an educational site. The area overlooks Uldolmok, and features a shrine from the past that commemorates the great victory that was achieved by Admiral Yi Sun-Sin in the Battle of Myeongnyang (1597) and a large geobukbae (turtle ship). The area hosts a history festival every October and covers many history-related experience programs throughout the year.

The Battle of Myeongnyang Memorial (명량대첩해전사 기념전시관)

.0M 2024-02-20

12 Gwangwang leisure-ro, Munnae-myeon, Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do

The Battle of Myeongnyang Memorial is located next to the narrow strait called Uldolmok, between Haenam and Jindo. Uldolmok is the site where Admiral Yi Sunsin, under his command, defeated over 300 Japanese warships with only 13 Korean ships during the Japanese Invasion of Korea in 1592 (1592-1598). The exhibition hall commemorates the Myeongnyang Battle and displays weapons used during the Japanese Invasion of Korea in 1592. Visitors can also observe the turbulent currents of Uldolmok from the skywalk.

Uldolmok Hanjeongsik Buffet (울돌목한정식뷔페)

401.2M 2021-03-26

53, Gwangwang leisure-ro, Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-535-1881

You can enjoy Jeolla-do's local dishes in the form of a Korean buffet. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do. The representative menu is buffet.

Jindodaegyo Bridge (진도대교)

723.6M 2021-07-30

Nokjin-ri, Jindo-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-1588-9601

Jindodaegyo Bridge measures 484 meters in length and 11.7 meters in x_width, and is located between Nokjin-ri, Gunnae-myeon, Jindo-gun and Hak-dong, Munnae-myeon, Haenam-gun on National Road No. 18. The bridge has been a popular tourist attraction since its completion on October 18, 1984. On December 15, 2005, the second Jindo Bridge opened, from which visitors can observe breathtaking sunsets and evening views while enjoying the fantastic nearby sceneries. Uldolmok, a passage to the West Sea, is a strait between Haenam and Jindo. Uldolmok is also known as the location of Myeongnyang Daecheop, one of the three major naval battles won by Admiral Yi Sun-sin. The x_width of the strait is only 294 meters, which is similar to that of the Hangang River. Jindodaegyo Bridge is the most accessible gateway to Jindo Island, a place with many local specialties and unique cultural arts.

The Great Battle of Myeongryang Festival (명량대첩축제)

920.7M 2024-09-26

8459-13 Jindo-daero, Gunnae-myeon, Jindo-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-286-5265

Jeollanam-do hosts the Great Battle of Myeongryang Festival to commemorate the victory of Admiral Yi Sun-sin and spirit of the residents of Jeollanam-do who saved the country. Various programs are prepared for visitors of all ages to give them a feel of the real historical scene.

Hyeondae Sikdang (현대식당)

2.5Km 2021-03-26

13-1, Usuyeong-ro, Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-532-1344

This regular store for locals is known for its generous servings. The best menu at this restaurant is grilled Korean beef. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do.

Yuldo Island (율도)

10.2Km 2024-03-20

199 Taecheon-ri, Jido-eup, Sinan-gun, Jeollanam-do

Yuldo Island is located just a 5-minute boat ride from Sinan-gun's coast. It is also known as Bipa Island due to the abundance of loquat trees. Various subtropical and tropical species grow here, and deer, goats, and rabbits roam freely. The sunsets are beautiful, and during low tide, tide flats are exposed, allowing visitors to walk to the Jido island. As it is privately owned, unauthorized entry is prohibited.

Jindo Island (진도)

10.5Km 2022-11-17

Jindo-eup, Jindo-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-540-3405

Jindo Island is the principal island among the cluster of 230 islets in the southwestern part of the Korean peninsula. The island is blessed with abundant fertile land, therefore much of it is used for agriculture. The sea around it is teeming with fish and wildlife.

The island has many park reserves like the Dadohaehaesang National Park, historical relics and sites; and visitors can enjoy traditional artistic performances everywhere. With the Jindo Bridge construction completed, the island is connected to the mainland. Every year during the month of February on the lunar calendar, the sea parts and mimics the parting of the sea by Moses. Many tourists come to watch this rare spectacle.

Haenam Uhangri Dinosaur Museum (해남공룡박물관)

11.4Km 2021-01-14

234, Gongnyongbangmulgwan-gil, Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-530-5949

Following the discovery of a dinosaur footprint within the region in 1992, Haenam Uhangri Dinosaur Museum was founded to promote the area's significance as a fossil site. The museum provides materials and exhibitions related to dinosaurs as well as Ulhang-ri as a natural heritage site.

Tracksite of Dinosaurs, Pterosaurs, and Birds in Uhang-ri (우항리 공룡화석자연사유적지)

11.4Km 2021-06-01

234, Gongnyongbangmulgwan-gil, Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-530-5324

The Tracksite of Dinosaurs, Pterosaurs, and Birds in Uhang-ri is where the world's most intricate fossil footprints of dinosaurs and birds were discovered. The track site was designated as a Natural Monument for its significance and serves as an educational site for studying earth science and dinosaurs from the Cretaceous period. There is a museum that has on display 447 materials related to fossils, including actual fossil pieces of an Allosaurus, along with exhibitions dedicated to giant dinosaurs, sea reptile, and birds.

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