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Jumunjin Breakwater (주문진 방사제)

Jumunjin Breakwater (주문진 방사제)

15.4Km    2017-12-06

1609, Haean-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Jumunjin Breakwater was built to protect the coastline from the effects of erosion and longshore drift. It became a popular attraction after its first appearance in the television drama "Guardian (2016)" as many visitors look forward to taking photos of a scene reanactment from the drama.

Haerang Hoetjip (해랑횟집)

Haerang Hoetjip (해랑횟집)

15.4Km    2021-03-25

1609, Haean-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-661-7007

It is a place where you can enjoy various types of fresh sashimi. This restaurant's signature menu is assorted sliced raw fish. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.

Yeongjinhaebyeon Beach (영진해변)

15.4Km    2023-07-14

1609, Haean-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Yeongjinhaebyeon Beach is a quiet and clean beach filled with the blue hue of the sea, making it a popular attraction among the locals. Compared to other East Sea beaches in Gangwon-do, the waves are not as rough and there are many rocks around the beach so children can have fun playing in the water. The beach is a popular vacation spot among people who are seeking to relax in peace. 

Jumunjin Breakwater (주문진 방파제)

15.4Km    2023-07-27

1609 , Haean-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Jumunjin Breakwater was made famous as the filming site of the show “Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (2016).” Serving as the backdrop of the two leads’ fateful first meeting, the breakwater still retains its beautiful scenery. Many visitors recreate the scene from their favorite show here.
The breakwater itself is divided into the east and the west parts. The eastern breakwater is 1 kilometer, while the western breakwater is 200 meters long. One can fish for plaice from spring to September, while spotty belly greenling, spipefish, and rockfish can be found in October. From December to March, grey mullet and big-scaled redfin become the main species caught here. The best season to fish here is between October and March.

Gyohang Myeonok (교항면옥)

Gyohang Myeonok (교항면옥)

15.4Km    2021-03-25

263, Yeonju-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-662-9339

It is a good restaurant serving buckwheat noodles based on more than 20 years’ know-how. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. The representative menu is buckwheat noodles.

Heonhwa-ro Road (헌화로)

Heonhwa-ro Road (헌화로)

15.6Km    2024-04-30

Simgok-ri, Gangdong-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Heonhwa-ro Road is a coastal road that offers beautiful natural scenery all year round. The road gets its name from a Korean myth about an old man picking azaleas from the edge of the coastal cliff at the request of Lady Suro, the wife of Gangneung Governor Sunjonggong.

Jununjin Haemul (주문진해물)

Jununjin Haemul (주문진해물)

15.6Km    2021-03-25

1629, Haean-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-661-7979

It is a dish made by steaming ribs and seafood. The best menu at this restaurant is moray eel soup. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.

Yuri Raw Fish Restaurant (유리횟집)

Yuri Raw Fish Restaurant (유리횟집)

16.0Km    2020-06-11

1667, Haean-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
82-33-661-4911

Yuri Raw Fish Restaurant boasts magnificent views of the ocean, the serene sounds of the ocean waves, and the sights of Jumunjin Harbor's red and white lighthouses.

Jumunjin Hangyuri Hoetjip (주문진항유리횟집)

Jumunjin Hangyuri Hoetjip (주문진항유리횟집)

16.0Km    2021-03-26

1667, Haean-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-661-4911

A place where you can enjoy various types of raw fish dishes. The best menu at this restaurant is cold raw fish soup. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.

Daegwallyeong National Recreational Forest (국립 대관령자연휴양림)

Daegwallyeong National Recreational Forest (국립 대관령자연휴양림)

16.2Km    2022-06-20

133, Sampoam-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-641-9990

Daegwallyeong National Recreational Forest divides Gangwon Province from east to west and is known for its famous pine tree forests. It was designated as a suitable resting place to enjoy as it’s harmoniously situated in a valley surrounded by lush vegetation. Beautiful view of Gangneung and the East Sea can be seen day and night.