Cheoyongam (처용암)

18.1Km 2020-02-05

Hwangseong-dong, Nam-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-229-6350

Cheoyongam is a very small rocky island sitting in the middle of Gaeunpo Inlet in front of Saejuk Village in Hwangseong-dong, Nam-gu, Ulsan.

It is a historic islet related to the famous folktale of Cheoyong. The tale is about a dragon that emerged from the east sea along with his seven sons at the end of the Silla Kingdom (57BC - 935AD). One of the dragon’s sons named Cheoyong came to the capital and married a beautiful woman. One night, he found an evil spirit trying to attack his wife so he sang and danced, whereupon the spirit presented itself and kneeled in apology. Since then, people have used the image of Cheoyong to dispel evil spirits.

The dance that Cheoyong is said to have performed has been titled Cheoyongmu and has been designated as an Important Intangible Cultural Property. Cheoyongam is the sacred rock where the dragon in the tale is said to have appeared. There are many attractions nearby including Mokdo Island (Natural Monument No. 65), which offers magnificent lush greenery all year round.

Miryang Pyochungsa Temple (표충사 (밀양))

18.4Km 2022-09-16

1338, Pyochung-ro, Miryang-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-352-1150

Pyochungsa Temple is located at the base of Jaeyaksan Mountain, 20 kilometers east of Miryang. The temple was originally founded by Monk Wonhyo in the 1st year of King Muyeol in Silla period under the name Junnimgsa Temple, then expanded and renamed by a monk from India in the fourth year of King Heungdeok’s reign of the Silla period. Nearby attractions include Cheungcheungpokpo Falls, Geumgangpokpo Falls, and Eoreumgol Ice Valley, as well as Sajapyeong Plain at the ridge of the mountain.

Jaeyaksan Mountain (재약산)

18.4Km 2021-05-25

Gucheon-ri, Miryang-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-352-1150

Situated between Miryang and Ulju, Jaeyaksan Mountain (1,119.1 meters) boasts gorgeous landscapes with giant rock formations near its peak. One of the most popular attractions of the mountain is Sajapyeong Plain and its vast field of silvergrass. The hiking course is relatively easy, adding to its charm. Nearby attractions include Eoreumgol Valley, Hobakso Pool, Pyochungsa Temple, Cheungcheungpokpo Falls, and Geumgangpokpo Falls.

Himart - Deokgye Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 덕계점)

18.4Km 2024-04-18

831, Ungsang-daero, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Birth Home of Park Sang-jin (박상진의사 생가)

18.5Km 2024-02-20

10 Baksangjin 5-ro, Buk-gu, Ulsan

Birth Home of Park Sang-jin is the residence where Park Sang-jin (1884-1921), an independence activist during the Japanese colonial period, once resided. He devoted all his assets to the independence movement, which led to the decline of his family and the eventual loss of this house to others. However, the government later acquired it, restoring and preserving the property. Comprising six buildings, including sarangchae and anchae, the tiled-roof house represents a yangban's residence built in the 19th century in Korea.

Olive Young - Yangsan Deokgye Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 양산덕계점)

18.5Km 2024-06-27

19, Beonyeong-ro, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Unmunsan County Park (운문산군립공원)

18.6Km 2025-03-28

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

* Please be advised that this is located in one of the areas affected by the recent wildfire (as of March 27, 2025).

** For real-time wildfire information and emergency upates, visit the Korea Forestfire Information website and the National Disaster and Safety Portal.

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.

Homeplus Stores - Ulsan Buk-gu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스스토어즈 울산북구)

18.7Km 2024-04-23

26, Sindap-ro, Buk-gu, Ulsan

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Juklim Sanbang (죽림산방)

18.7Km 2024-02-26

13 Daeseok 2-gil, Sangbuk-myeon, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Juklim Sanbang is a Korean restaurant located near the entrance of Hongnyongsa Temple in Yangsan. They focus on health-conscious cooking, incorporating medicinal herbs and herbal-infused water in all their dishes. The restaurant's standout offering is the Juklim jeongsik (Juklim set menu), a comprehensive meal featuring a variety of items, including salad and grilled fish. To stimulate the appetite before the main menu, sansam (wild ginseng) and doraji jeonggwa (braised bellflower root in sweet sauce) are served. For a delightful conclusion, sungnyung (scorched rice soup) is offered as dessert.

Busan Cheokpanam Hermitage (척판암 (부산))

18.9Km 2020-04-11

490-156, Jangan-ro, Gijang-gun, Busan

Cheokpanam Hermitage was initially built in 673 by a monk named Wonhyo, whose legend is still passed down, and was restored in 1938 by another monk named Gyeongheo. Nestled inside the forest on Bulgwangsan Mountain, the hermitage offers a splendid view of the its surroundings. It is located nearby Jangansa Temple, also built by Monk Wonhyo.

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