Hallyeohaesang National Park (Namhae District) (한려해상국립공원(남해))

7.2 Km 27796 2021-01-18

Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-860-5800

Well-known for its uncontaminated clear waters, Hallyeohaesang National Park was the country's first national marine park. The park is divided into six sections, spanning over the regions of Jisimdo Island in Geoje to Odongdo Island in Yeosu. The total area is 535.676 ㎢, of which 76% consists of ocean water. The park is visited by over one million tourists every year for its scenic landscape and beautiful waters.

Sangju Silver Sand Beach (상주 은모래비치)

8.8 Km 27829 2022-12-29

10-3, Sangju-ro, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-863-3573

Sangju Silver Sand Beach is busy all year long, with professional athletes coming for physical training in the winter, students camping in the spring and fall, and vacationers visiting the beach in the summer.

Sangju Silver Sand Beach is extremely popular especially in the summertime, attracting up to 1 million tourists who heard about the beach’s sands, waters, and groves. Families and vacationers in the summer especially love this beach, due to its beautiful white sands that stretch for 2 kilometers and slope lazily into the shallow waters that are perfect for children to play in.

Behind the beaches lies Geumsan Mountain, a place well known for its sunrises. If you happen to arrive in the evening, it’s highly recommended that you see the sunrise at Geumsan Boriam in the morning, enjoy the beach’s water during the day, and at last, enjoy an evening of ocean fishing at either Namuseom Island or Dolseom Island (Rock Island), situated right in front of Sangju Beach. To one side of the white sands are campgrounds, and the surrounding area consists of shopping streets and accommodation.

Waypoint Pool Villa [Korea Quality]웨이포인트 풀빌라[한국관광 품질인증]

9.0 Km 0 2023-05-23

1803-64 , Namseo-daero, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-10-8836-1388

Waypoint Pool Villa is located by a pebble beach in Namhae, Gyeongsangnam-do. The front of the villa is all glass, giving panoramic views of the emerald South Sea and its brilliant sunsets. Each room has its own swimming pool and barbecue, so guests can relax in privacy while making unforgettable memories.

Wind Trace Art Museum (바람흔적미술관)

9.4 Km 65373 2024-02-23

519-4 Geumam-ro, Samdong-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Wind Trace Art Museum, located at the entrance of the Namhae Recreational Hinoki Forest, is a unique art museum focused on the theme of wind. The museum grounds near the Naesan Reservoir showcase an array of windmills, crafted by installation artist Choi Yeongho. It includes a Flat Space, a Multidimensional Space, and a Sculpture Park. The museum's exhibition halls, divided into the first and second hall, present new artworks on a monthly basis.

Namhae Pyeonbaek National Recreational Forest (국립 남해편백자연휴양림)

10.3 Km 36841 2021-07-23

658, Geumam-ro, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-867-7881

Namhae Pyeonbaek National Recreational Forest, opened in 1998, is located near the south sea with a forest full of cypress trees. With a total area of 2.27 million square meters, the recreational forest is an ideal place for relaxation with a view. The observatory, approximately one hour walk from the entrance, provides an amazing view of the south sea with various size islands. The recreational forest offers visitors facilities including accommodations, outdoor classroom and more. There are also many historic sites including Chungnyeolsa Temple.

Mulgeon Windbreak Forest (남해 물건리 방조어부림)

12.1 Km 12899 2020-04-20

Mulgeon-ri, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-860-8605

Namhae in Gyeongsangnam-do, with coastal lines stretching over 302 kilometers, is surrounded by 70 beautiful islands. The Windbreak Forest in Mulgeon-ri has protected Namhae from gusty winds and ferocious waves and provided abundant fish for 300 years.

Resembling a crescent moon, the spacious forest (23,438 ㎡) along the seashore is owned by the community of Mulgeon-ri. It stretches over 1.5 kilometers with a x_width of 30 meters; there are over 2,000 trees that create canopies with x_heights varying from 10 to 15 meters. The forest boasts over 100 different species of trees — from hackberries to oaks, zelkovas, fringe trees, muku trees, and silver magnolias. All in all, 10,000 trees create the feeling of being in an ancient forest, deep in the mountains.

The forest was built by people in nearby villages 300 years ago in order to control winds and waves. From above, elegant curvilinear coastal lines are enveloped by lush trees of the forest, serving as a protection against the Namhae sea. Mulgeon-ri is divided into two areas: the port with a lighthouse, and farmlands, with the forest in between the two. From German Village in Namhae, scenic overlooks provide sweeping views of Mulgeon-ri, the forest, and the port.

The forest is called a variety of names; it is called Bangpungrim (Windbreak Forest) because it protects villages from gusty winds; Eoburim (Fish shelter Forest) because its lush trees attract schools of fish; and Bangjorim (Waterbreak Forest) because it lessens the severity of waves and tides.

Home to German Village, Mulgeon-ri faces eastward. Naturally, it is a great spot to see the sunrise and sunset. While Jeongdongjin is renowned for its splendid sunrise on the East Coast, Mulgeon-ri shares the acclaim on the South Coast, attracting thousands of visitors at the dawn of every New Year.

House N Garden (원예예술촌)

12.2 Km 29085 2020-06-01

39, Yesul-gil, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-867-4702

House N Garden was created by people who love gardens including Park Won-suk, the TV actress. The garden is comprised of themed private gardens such as the perfume, palm tree, topiary, vegetable, windmill, spa, flower roof gardens and other facilities including a path, a pond, observation deck, a pavilion, a fountain, flower road, flower fences, and a green house. In addition, the garden offers the facilities like a cutting-edge video room, performance room, exhibition room, a café, and a guest house for visitors.

Namhae German Exhibition Hall (남해 파독전시관)

12.3 Km 6148 2022-12-27

89-7, Dogil-ro, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-860-3540

Namhae German Exhibition Hall opened on June 28, 2014 to display the history and artifacts related to Korean miners and nurses who were sent to Germany for work in the 1960s. At the time, Korea was one of the poorest countries in the world, with an unemployment rate of 30%. The exhibition hall shows the sad and lonely reality these workers lived through while working away from their home country in order to send money home to their families.

German Village Oktoberfest (남해 독일마을 맥주축제)

12.3 Km 28466 2023-09-11

89-7, Dogil-ro, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-860-8603

Held annually in October, German Village's Oktoberfest features exhibitions related to the history of the South Korean nurses and miners who went to work in Germany in the 1960s and 1970s. Those who moved back to Korea were instrumental in the establishment of the German Village in Namhae. Visitors can try German food and drinks such as sausage and beer, enjoy German cultural performances, or participate in beer-related games and competitions.

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