Undersea Tunnel - Tongyeong (해저터널-경남 통영)
364.4M 2024-01-03
Dang-dong, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
Constructed over a 16-month period from 1931 to 1932, the undersea tunnel in Tongyeong is Asia’s first submarine tunnel. For its construction, the sea water was blocked at both ends, the tunnel was dug underground, and was paved with concrete. The Korean word “Yongmundalyang” engraved at the entrance of this 483-meter long, 5-meter wide tunnel means “the entrance of an undersea tunnel that connects island to land.”
Playball IN Tongyeong (플레이볼인통영)
652.1M 2025-01-23
104 Misuhaean-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
This place serves “Stella Maris,” a triploid oyster produced in Tongyeong, all year round. The ambiance is reminiscent of a Western “sports pub” or “oyster bar,” where you can enjoy various sports broadcasts while drinking. It has received certifications for “Guinness Master Quality” and “Heineken Star Serve Pouring Master” for strict quality control of draft beer.
Haeok (해옥)
776.0M 2025-10-23
15-3 Hangnam 5-gil, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
Haeok is a tea house located in Tongyeong that serves traditional tea and desserts. It was renovated from an old antique house built in 1936 during Japanese colonial period, a place that blends history and aesthetics of that period. Enjoy the calm mood and the antique beauty while enjoying a cup of tea. As a safety precaution, elementary school children and younger are not allowed.
Seopirang Park (서피랑공원)
903.0M 2025-02-04
22 Chungnyeol-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
Seopirang Park, located on Seopirang Hill in Tongyeong, showcases the region’s unique charm and historical significance. The park features walking trails, 99 stairs, a music garden, and piano stairs, with vibrant murals along the uphill path that make the climb enjoyable. From sunset to midnight, the park is beautifully illuminated, creating a magical atmosphere. At its summit, Seoporu, visitors are treated to stunning panoramic views of Tongyeong Bay and the city.
Chungnyeolsa Shrine (충렬사)
975.1M 2025-02-04
251 Yeohwang-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-645-3229
Chungnyeolsa Shrine in Tongyeong is dedicated to Admiral Yi Sun-sin, a national hero whose naval victories were crucial in repelling Japanese invasions of Korea in the 1590s. The shrine complex includes Dongjae and Seojae, where ritual ceremonies are prepared; a main shrine housing his spirit tablet and portrait; and an exhibit hall showcasing artifacts related to the Japanese Invasion of 1592. Rituals honoring the Admiral continue to be held every spring and fall to this day.
Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival (통영한산대첩축제)
997.5M 2025-07-09
267 Tongyeonghaean-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-646-1592
The Great Battle of Hansan was a war in which Admiral Yi Sun-sin and his naval forces fought against the Japanese and won a great victory off Hansando Island in Tongyeong. The Great Battle of Hansan Festival commemorates the victory and Yi’s spirit of patriotism. The festival reenacts the Samdo (Chungcheong, Jeolla, and Gyeongsang Provinces) naval guard changing ceremony and inspection, as well as the navy personnel’s march and training. The Turtle Ship and local fishing boats are set afloat off Hansando Island, lining up in the shape of a crane’s wing, which was the famous military tactic of the Great Battle. Visitors can enjoy a splendid view of fireworks over the dark sea and join in the Turtle Ship rowing competition, a popular activity that requires team effort.
◎ Crane Wing Formation
The Great Battle of Hansan was the first to use the crane wing formation in its attacks, in which ships were deployed in the shape of a crane spreading its wings.
Ttungbo Halmae Gimbap (뚱보할매김밥)
1.1Km 2024-02-27
325 Tongyeonghaean-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
Ttungbo Halmae Gimbap, located in the Jungang Traditional Market of Tongyeong, is famous for its local delicacy, Chungmu gimbap. Chungmu gimbap originated from sailors who packed rice and fillings separately to preserve freshness during sea voyages. It consists of rice, squid salad, and radish kimchi, creating a simple yet flavorful dish. Nearby attractions include the Seopirang Park, Tongyeong Port, and Tongyeong City Museum.
Your's Guesthouse, Tongyeong (통영 유어스게스트하우스)
1.3Km 2024-12-19
27-7 , Deme 3-gil, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-10-5574-5228
Yours Guest House is a foreigner-only guesthouse in a residential area of Mireuk Island, Tongyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do. All guestrooms are ondol style, with 1-3 person rooms on the 1st floor and 4-person family rooms on the 2nd floor. Except for single rooms, all rooms have private bathrooms, and all rooms are equipped with TV. There is a shared kitchen, toilet, bathroom, and terrace. A self- buffet breakfast is provided. It is possible to book the whole guesthouse for large parties: please ask ahead. Tongyeong Cable Car platform, the Skyline Luge, and the Dancing Sea Fountain are all within a 10-minute walk.
The Jeon Hyuck Lim Mueseum of Art (전혁림 미술관)
1.3Km 2025-01-13
10, Bongsu 1-gil, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-645-7349
The Jeon Hyuck Lim Museum of Art is located on the way to Yonghwasa Temple on Mireuksan Mountain in Tongyeong. This site used to be the location of the house where master painter Jeon Hyuck-lim lived for about 30 years since 1975. A new building was constructed and the site was turned into a creative space, opening to the public on May 11, 2003.
The outer walls of the building is decorated with the master painter's paintings and his son Yeonggeun's paintings which were selected from among their works and reproduced by utilizing about 7,500 20x20cm ceramic tiles, with a view to represent the image of Tongyeong and the artistic image of the master painter. In particular, the front wall on the third floor is a reproduction of the great artist's work titled "Window" painted in 1992.
Tongyeong Sebyeonggwan Hall (통영 세병관)
1.3Km 2021-12-24
27, Sebyeong-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-645-3805
Sebyeonggwan Hall, located in Tongyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do, was established in 1605 by the 6th generation commander-in-chief Lee Kyung-jun and is well known as one of the widest buildings of the Joseon period along with Gyeonghoeru Pavilion in Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jinnamgwan Hall in Yeosu-si.
Sebyeonggwan Hall is placed at the foot of Yeohwangsan Mountain and overlooks Tongyeong. Right next to the hall are the remains of the naval base Tongjeyeong, which includes Unjudang (also called Jeseungdang, a military education center for the Joseon Navy) among others.
Sebyeonggwan Hall symbolizes the ending of the war, the washing away and cleaning up of the weapons of war.
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