Cheoyongam (처용암)

0m 10974 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.

Brown Dot Hotel (Jangsaengpo) [Korea Quality] / 브라운도트호텔 (장생포점) [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

4.7 Km 5 2021-03-29

211, Jangsaengpogorae-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan
+82-503-5052-0693

This boutique hotel is located at Jangsaengpo Whale Culture Zone, near Jangsaengpo Port, Nam-gu, Ulsan, where the East Sea can be found just across the street. All rooms with an ocean view have a great view of the bustling port of Jangsaengpo. Thanks to its affordable, yet comfortable facilities, the hotel is popular among business travelers and younger tourists.
There are 54 rooms in total, including Royal Suite, Deluxe Terrace Double, Terrace Suite, Deluxe Family Twin Ocean View, Deluxe Twin Ocean View, Deluxe Double Ocean View, Deluxe Double City View, and Standard Double. All rooms except for Standard Double have bathtubs and steam closets. Terrace rooms have balconies, and Terrace Suites (on upper floors) and Royal Suites have outdoor spa systems built into their balcony. The 2nd-floor restaurant offers a breakfast buffet. Jangsaengpo Whale Museum is reachable in five min by foot, while the Jangsaengpo Whale Culture Village is reachable in nine.

Jangsaengpo Whale Museum (장생포 고래박물관)

4.8 Km 31912 2021-03-23

244, Jangsaengpogorae-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-256-6301

The Jangsaengpo Whale Museum opened on May 31, 2005 is the first and only whale museum in Korea and stands on what used to be a central area for the Korean whaling industry. After whaling was banned in 1986, 250 artifacts from whalers and the whaling industry were collected and put on display. Visitors can enjoy experience zones such as the Whale Belly Road or the Underwater Adventure Zone. Exhibitions include things like a Bryde's whale skeleton, a killer whale skeleton, a gray whale corner, and whaling ships.

Jangsaengpo Whale Watching Cruise (장생포 고래바다여행선)

4.9 Km 31619 2024-03-06

244 Jangsaengpogorae-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-226-1900

Jangsaengpo Whale Watching Cruise is a whale tour boat operating from Jangsaengpo, Ulsan, once Korea's largest whaling port. The vessel features cabins, a performance stage, a convenience store, and a restaurant. There are courses available for whale exploration and coastal tours. Passengers can observe whales swimming along the coast of Jangsaengpo or visit attractions such as the Ulsandaegyo Bridge and the Ulsan Petrochemical Complex along the coast. Valid identification is required for boarding.

Olive Young - Ulsan Onsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 울산온산점)

5.2 Km 0 2024-06-20

251, Deoksin-ro, Onsan-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

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Jangsaengpo Whale Culture Village (장생포 고래문화마을)

5.3 Km 7273 2024-01-11

271-1 Jangsaengpogorae-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan

Opened in 2015, Jangsaengpo Whale Culture Village reproduces the scene of an old whaling village through areas like Whale Plaza, Jangsaengpo Old Village, Prehistoric Whale Experience Garden, an aquatic botanical garden and other themed area as well as a sculpture park.

Migration Site of Gray Whales of Ulsan (울산 귀신고래 회유해면)

5.3 Km 8924 2021-05-24

Jangsaengpo-dong, Nam-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-277-0101

The Migration Site of Gray Whales of Ulsan is a famous site for watching large gray whales, which usually appear in winter season. The area was officially designated as a National Natural Monument to protect the endangered species.

Seonam Lake Park (선암호수공원)

5.9 Km 8902 2020-09-04

104, Seonamhosu-gil, Nam-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-226-4851

Seonam Lake Park was originally developed to provide industrial water, and was closed off to the public with high barbed wire fences for over four decades. However, after the area was no longer used for industrial reasons, the fences were removed and the 1.2 ㎢ lake area was converted into a park. Various facilities and walking paths were created to compliment the breathtaking scenery and the surroundings.

Ulsandaegyo Observatory (울산대교 전망대)

6.4 Km 109 2023-01-03

155-1, Bongsu-ro, Dong-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-209-3345

At the x_height of 63 meters on top of Hwajeongsan Mountain (alt. 203 meters), Ulsandaegyo Observatory offers a breathtaking view of Ulsandaegyo Bridge as well as the city's three major industry complexes and beautiful mountains. The view is amazing regardless of day or night, attracting returning visitors to the area. The observatory has a souvenir shop and a cafe, adding more to enjoy in addition to the city view.

Homeplus - Ulsan Nam-gu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 울산남구)

7.0 Km 0 2024-04-23

148, Suam-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan

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