Gyeonggi Sikdang (경기식당)

7.6 Km 23502 2024-02-23

86 Sinpyeonggangbyeon-ro, Habuk-myeon, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Gyeonggi Sikdang is nestled near the Tongdosa Temple, one of Korea's three major temples. It is celebrated for its expertise in Korean cuisine. The restaurant's signature dish is sanchae bibimbap (wild vegetable bibimbap), a vibrant mix of at least five types of namul (salad) harmoniously blended with their homemade gochujang (red chili paste). Each order is thoughtfully paired with an array of side dishes and a complementary soup. In addition to this signature dish, Gyeonggi Sikdang's menu boasts a diverse selection of Korean specialties, such as deodeok gui (grilled deodeok), dotorimuk (acorn jelly salad), pajeon (green onion pancake), and baeksuk (whole chicken soup).

Jogeummaru (조금마루)

8.6 Km 12 2024-02-20

9 Seosangpyeonggangbyeon-gil, Samnam-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

Jogeummaru is a duck specialty restaurant that exclusively utilizes domestically-raised ducks in its culinary creations. The ducks are raised with sulfur, contributing to a clean and rich flavor profile, free from undesirable odors. The signature menu features ori yangnyeom bulgogi (duck bulgogi), ori tang (duck soup), and ori sutbul gui (charcoal-grilled duck). Ori yangnyeom bulgogi entails duck marinated in a spicy seasoning, grilled on a pan with added chives. Ori tang is a meticulously prepared broth cooked for 12 hours, incorporating various vegetables. Additionally, eomnamu ori baeksuk (whole duck soup with castor aralia) offers a unique dish where duck is boiled with medicinal herbs.

Eoreumgol Hanok Pension [Korea Quality] / 얼음골 한옥펜션&캠핑장 [한국관광 품질인증]

8.7 Km 10913 2022-04-05

11-12, Hayangjian-gil, Sannae-myeon, Miryang-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-10-7100-6203

Surrounded by the beautiful natural environment between Gajisan Provincial Park and Unmunsan Mountain National Park, Eoreumgol Hanok Pension is a traditional hanok pension that offers three guest rooms. The area around Sannae-myeon, Miryang-si where Eoleumgol Hanok Pension is located is over 1,000 meters above sea level, which is why it gained the nickname of "Yeongnam Alps." Eoreumgol Hanok Pension is also located 400 meters above sea level. In the open front yard, you can see a magnificent view of wavy mountain ridges. There are three guest rooms available. One guest house can accommodate up to six guests. The pension was constructed according to the traditional hanok architectural method. The walls are coated with red clay, and hemp cloth mixed with red clay and charcoal powder is put on the ground. From the window bars to doors and rafters, the beauty and charm of hanok is visible everywhere. You can feel healing simply by staying inside the rooms. Although the pension is comprised of hanok houses, it is equipped with modern kitchens and bathrooms for convenience. There is an outdoor swimming pool in front of the front yard. The pension had a separate outdoor barbecue area and you can enjoy traditional games like trundling along a loop, jegi-chagi (hacky sack), and tuho (arrow-throwing). A nearby orchard offers an apple picking program in the harvest season, and the chestnut picking event that takes place in the 16,000+ m2 chestnut forest beyond the pension is open for all guests for free. Eoreumgol Hanok Pension also operates an outdoor camping site.

Galbi Gurakbu (갈비구락부)

8.7 Km 21073 2024-02-20

34-12 Namsangpyeong 2-gil, Samnam-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

Galbi Gurakbu specializes in Eonyang bulgogi (Eonyang-style bulgogi), exclusively using the highest-grade female Korean beef. Eonyang bulgogi involves finely minced beef, generously seasoned, and grilled wide and flat on a gridiron. The mild seasoning ensures a pleasant texture without being overly stimulating. The restaurant boasts other excellent dishes, including siraegi doenjang jjigae (dried radish leaf soybean paste jjigae), so deungsim gui (grilled beef sirloin), yukhoe (beef tartare), and sogalbisal (grilled boneless galbi). Conveniently located, just a 5-minute taxi ride from KTX Ulsan Station.

Seongnamsa Temple (석남사 울산)

8.7 Km 19404 2020-03-17

557, Seongnam-ro, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-264-8900

The name of the temple is believed to have originated from the fact that it is located south of Gajisan Mountain or Seokansan Mountain. Built in 824 A.D. (during the 16th year of King Heondeok’s reign), the temple was destroyed during the Japanese Invasions of Korea (1592-1598) and rebuilt in 1674 (during the 15th year of King Hyeongjong’s reign). Since then, it has gone through rebuilding several times. Consisting of 30 buildings, the temple is home to many Buddhist nuns.

Seongnamsa Three Story Pagoda (Local Tangible Cultural Property No. 5) was built in 824 A.D. by Monk Doui, reflecting his wish of protecting the country from foreign invasions. The pagoda was initially placed in front of Daeungjeon, but moved to the current location in 1973. Other notable relics in the temple include the Statue of Monk Doui (National Treasure No. 369), Three Story Sarira Pagoda, and Stone Water Tank (Cultural Property Material No. 4).

Eonyang Jinmi Bulgogi (언양진미불고기)

8.8 Km 11 2024-02-20

33 Jungpyeong-ro, Samnam-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

Eonyang Jinmi Bulgogi specializes in using Korean beef to create tender and flavorful Jinmi Bulgogi, where the natural taste of the ingredients is preserved. The signature dish features fresh beef topped with plenty of minced garlic, grilled to perfection over charcoal. The rich and well-presented side dishes, including yukhoe (beef tartare), complement the main dish and enhance the overall dining experience. The unique aspect of Eonyang Jinmi Bulgogi is the enjoyment of the dish without broth, grilling the meat on the grid and savoring it with green onion threads.

Unmunsan County Park (운문산군립공원)

8.9 Km 22506 2022-09-06

Unmun-myeon, Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-370-6114

Unmunsan Mountain (1,118 meters) is one of the seven mountains rising over 1,000 meters above sea level in the Yeongnam Alps in the Taebaeksanmaek Mountain Range. Unmunsan Mountain features dense groves, attracting a large number of hikers. From the summit, one can get a great view of the golden reeds on Cheonhwangsan Mountain to the south, and the ridges of Gajisan Mountain to the east.

There are various sized temples and hermitages on the mountain, nestled among a splendid landscape. Unmunsa Temple is situated at the foot of the mountain on the northern side. It was built by Sinseung in the 18th year of the reign of King Jinheung (557) of the Silla Kingdom. Though some buildings burned down during the Imjin War, the Obaengnahanjeon Hall and Gwaneumjeon Hall have been preserved in their original state. The dense groves of pine trees and fir trees add to the tranquility of the beautiful scenery. In the temple, seven treasures are kept, including the Stone Lantern at Geumdang Hall (Treasure). The historic relics date back to the Silla kingdom and Goryeo dynasty.

Eonyang Giwajip Bulgogi (언양기와집불고기)

9.2 Km 13 2024-02-20

86 Heonnyang-gil, Eonyang-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

Eonyang Giwajip Bulgogi is a more than 40-year-old establishment housed in a renovated hanok with a history exceeding 100 years. Eonyang bulgogi is crafted by finely mincing beef, seasoning it with various spices, and grilling it on charcoal until it becomes wide and flat. The use of a gridiron for grilling imparts a distinct smoky flavor, and the mild seasoning contributes to a pleasant texture. When wrapped in fresh vegetables alongside pajeori (green onions), the combination produces an outstanding taste. The doenjang jjigae (soybean paste jjigae) and side dishes, known for their subtle seasoning, offer a clean and refreshing taste.

Dodong Sanbang (도동산방)

9.4 Km 8210 2019-02-12

133, Songnakgol-gil, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
82-52-254-7076

Dodong Sanbang is a restaurant with five separate traditional Korean buildings situated on a large plot of land. It serves great traditional Korean set meals, and has a separate tea room where customers can enjoy a cup of tea after dining. Excluding winter, the restaurant offers a special program called “tteok mechigi” (rice cake pounding) where customers are invited to pound (or make) a rice cake with a mallet and eat it. The restaurant also includes a traditional souvenir shop and rice cake shop, and offers cultural programs.

Baenaegol Valley (배내골)

10.9 Km 35944 2021-04-03

Wondong-myeon, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-382-4112

Baenaegol Valley is located at the heart of the mountainous region affectionately known as the Yeongnam Alps. The valley derives its name “Baenaegol,” meaning “the valley of pears,” from the wild pear trees that grow in large numbers along the valley.

The valley covers nearly 8 kilometers of land between the range connecting Sinbulsan Mountain and Yeongchuksan Mountain and the western range connecting Cheonhwangsan Mountain and Jaeyaksan Mountain in Miryang. It is a popular vacation destination in the summer. Also, many tourists come to drink the water containing acer mono sap, which is known to be produced in this region during the springtime.

Baenaegol Valley is just a short distance away from downtown Yangsan. The valley provides an opportunity to enjoy nature away from the hustle and bustle of the city center. The long valley is wedged between highlands, which results in at least two hours less of sunshine than other regions, so it feels cooler in the summer months. Strawberries are also widely grown in the area.

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