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Anmyeondo Island (안면도)

Anmyeondo Island (안면도)

8.0 Km    54800     2024-03-15

149 Jangteo-ro, Anmyeon-eup, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-673-3081

Anmyeondo Island is the sixth-largest island in Korea. Originally part of the mainland, it became an island after a canal was constructed to improve grain transportation. In 1970, a bridge reconnected it to the mainland. It is renowned for hosting Korea's only maritime national park. The island boasts fourteen beaches and the Anmyeondo Recreation Forest. It is also recognized for the "Population of Golden Rain Trees," designated as a Natural Monument.

Wonsando Coffee (원산도커피)

Wonsando Coffee (원산도커피)

9.5 Km    0     2024-02-21

102 Wonsando 5-gil, Ocheon-myeon, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Wonsando Coffee is a dessert café located on the slopes of Wonsando Coast overlooking the Seohae Sea and Anmyeondo Island. With a panoramic ocean view, visitors can enjoy the sight of the Wonsandaegyo Bridge. You can also enjoy a cup of coffee outdoors while feeling the sea breeze. Inside, artworks are displayed, enhancing the luxurious atmosphere. The menu includes americano, maldives ade, tiramisu latte, salted bread, and egg tart.

Yeongmokhang Harbor (영목항)

Yeongmokhang Harbor (영목항)

9.7 Km    10689     2021-08-11

55, Wolgoji-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-673-9887

Yeongmokhang Harbor is located at the base of a small hill 4 kilometers away from Gonam-myeon, on the southern tip of Anmyeondo Island. The name was originally just Yeonghang Harbor but the name was changed to reflect its important role in connecting the areas of Boryeong and Taean. Across from the harbor are Wonsando, Hyojado, Chuseom, and Bbaeseom islands and ‘Three Brethren Rock.’ On the left are boats for Cheonsuman Bay. Fishing is the main industry in the region, which means that visitors can find plenty of fresh, quality seafood such as manila clams, conches, bass, and other types of seafood at low prices.

Anmyeon Beach (안면 해수욕장)

11.1 Km    17968     2021-06-30

Jeongdang-ri, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691

Anmyeon Beach is a 10-minute drive away from Yeonyukgyo Bridge, located in southern Taean. The way to the beach is led by sceneries of mountains and rice paddies. Upon arrival, the view gets replaced with a wide-open sandy beach with small islets scattered across the ocean. Anmyeon Beach is also a popular site for rock fishing and catching clams and baby crabs at low tide.

Sambong Beach (삼봉해수욕장)

Sambong Beach (삼봉해수욕장)

13.7 Km    11696     2022-07-29

Anmyeon-eup, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691

Sambong Beach is located to the south of the bridge that connects Nammyeon and Anmyeon-eup. The beach stretches 3.8 kilometers and has a x_width of 300 meters. The beach gently slopes down at a 6° angle and has an average water depth of 1.5 meters with a temperature of 22° C. The three Sambong Rocks, the Haedanghwa flower (plena) and the rich pine forests are just a few of the beautiful and magnificent features of this beach. Also, the beach attracts many visitors during summer because it has convenient transportation making it easily accessible.

Baeksajang Beach (백사장해수욕장)

Baeksajang Beach (백사장해수욕장)

14.5 Km    28068     2021-07-01

Changgi-ri, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691

Baeksajang Beach is located near Baeksajangpogu Port which is just 4 kilometers southwest of Anmyeon-do Yeonyukgyo Bridge, the bridge connecting the mainland to the island. The beach has a long stretch of shimmering white sand and the ebbing tide creates a different view of the horizon. Though the water level has a large tidal range, the beach's moderate water temperature makes it suitable to swim even in late summer. The beach is 1.2 kilometers long and 300 meters wide, and is made up of fine silica sand.

Baeksajang Beach and the nearby Sambong Beach is one of the major sources of jumbo shrimp. During autumn, crowds come to enjoy the taste of fresh jumbo shrimp. The beach even holds a prawn festival every fall when jumbo shrimp production peaks.

Cheonbuk Oyster Complex in Boryeong (보령 천북굴단지)

14.7 Km    35138     2024-06-05

Cheonbuk-myeon, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-930-0804

Cheonbuk Oyster Complex in Boryeong is a place near the Hongseong Embankment where various restaurants specializing in oysters are clustered. Boryeong is known for its abundant oyster production, with those caught between November and February considered the finest. In December, the Cheonbuk Oyster Festival is held, featuring events for tourists. Here, visitors can taste a variety of dishes made with oysters, including grilled oysters, raw oysters, and oyster rice.

Gohyang Gul Susan (고향굴수산)

Gohyang Gul Susan (고향굴수산)

15.0 Km    21648     2024-03-04

8-5, 1061 Hongbo-ro, Cheonbuk-myeon, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do
041-641-8966

Gohyang Gul Susan is a restaurant specializing in oysters located within the Cheonbuk Oyster Complex. Oysters are the specialty of this place. Fresh oysters are paired with rice and vegetables harvested directly from the farm. The menu includes gul gui (grilled oysters), gul jjim (steamed oysters), gul jeon (pan-fried battered oyster), saeng gul (fresh oysters), dolsonn yeongyang gulbap (nutritious hot stone pot oyster rice), and gul kalguksu (noodle soup with oysters). Oysters are low in fat and rich in minerals, making them nutritious and flavorful. In December, the Cheonbuk Oyster Festival is held at the Cheonbuk Oyster Complex.

Kkotgedari Ocean Bridge (꽃게다리)

15.3 Km    5561     2024-02-22

Changgi-ri, Anmyeon-eup, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Inspired by the blue crab, the Kkotgedari Ocean Bridge links Taean's Deureuni Port with Anmyeondo Island's Baeksajang Port. The bridge is decorated with sculptures of blue crab and shrimp,highlighting the region's most significant seafood. It provides spectacular views of the Yellow Sea and sunsets. At night, the bridge is lit up with stunning lights. Nearby, a market offers the opportunity to browse, buy, and taste seafood freshly caught from the Yellow Sea.

Namdang Port (남당항)

15.6 Km    15674     2024-06-05

Namdang-ri, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-630-1224

Namdang Port is a representative port on the West Coast. Known for having plenty of prawn, cockle, flat fish, rock fish and other types of seafood, the port draws visitors all year round. Cockles in particular are a local delicacy, usually enjoyed as cockle shabu shabu or charcoal-grilled cockle. A nearby attraction to visit is the bamboo grove of Jukdo Island