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Myeongseondo Island (명선도)

19.7Km    2024-10-14

Jinha-ri, Seosaeng-myeon, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

Myeongseondo Island is an uninhabited island near Jinha Beach in Ulju-gun, Ulsan. The island takes on a vibrant appearance after the sun sets, with various media art displays lighting up the pathways. The island is accessible via a temporary bridge set up during the admission times.

Tongdosa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage] (통도사[유네스코세계문화유산])

Tongdosa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage] (통도사[유네스코세계문화유산])

19.8Km    2024-02-08

108 Tongdosa-ro, Habuk-myeon, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Tongdosa Temple, esteemed for its establishment in 643, is a revered site recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage. This temple proudly houses Buddha's genuine sacred relics. It also boasts an array of significant Buddhist cultural treasures, such as the Daeungjeon Hall, the Gilt-Bronze Vairocana Buddha, and the Buddhist Museum. Additionally, the temple offers a templestay program for visitors.

Jinha Beach (진하 해수욕장)

Jinha Beach (진하 해수욕장)

19.9Km    2025-10-23

Jinhari, Seosaeng-myeon, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-204-0351~4

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This is the beach that Seo-ha and Do-yoon, Ji-eum and Cho-won walked side-by-side. Jinha Beach is one of the most popular summer getaways in Ulsan when the blue sea, evergreen pine trees, and the Myeongseondo Island to the distance create together a breathtaking view. It is also a popular destination at night because Myeongseondo Island is illuminated with lights and media art pieces like tigers and waterfalls.

Ganwolsan Mountain (간월산)

Ganwolsan Mountain (간월산)

20.0Km    2021-06-30

614, Ganwolsan-gil, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-277-0101

Ganwolsan Mountain is a popular destination for hikers in the Ulsan and Busan area as well as other regions of Gyeongsangnam-do. In early August, the reeds and lilies near the summit create a splendid view. To the west, the deep Naerijeong and Wangbonggol Valleys channel clean water to Baenaegol Pass.

From the Ganwolgogae Pass, hikers can follow the Singal Path to Wanbonggol Pass towards Paraeso Falls. There, visitors will find a cave called Jungnimgul, which is sacred Catholic ground often visited by the Catholic faithful. The first church built by Catholics in the Yeongnam region to escape persecution is found in Buldanggol Pass in Ganwolsan Mountain area. The tomb of Kim Agatha who died in persecution is also in the Ganwolgol Valley.