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Lotte Mart - Pohang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 포항점)

Lotte Mart - Pohang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 포항점)

5.8Km    0     2024-04-22

247, Jigok-ro, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Pohang Steelworks (포항제철소)

6.8Km    17222     2018-09-05

6261, Donghaean-ro, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Pohang Steelworks, also known as POSCO, was built at Yeongilman Bay from 1970 until 1981 to shift the focus of the country's growth engine from the agriculture-oriented primary industry of the 1960s to the heavy chemical industry. Photography within the factory is prohibited, making a visit here key to fully experiencing all POSCO has to offer.

Robo Life Museum (로보라이프 뮤지엄)

7.0Km    7915     2021-03-10

39, Jigok-ro, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
054-279-0427

The Robo Life Museum is a place where one can meet robots that are already part of our daily lives, knowingly and unknowingly. Visitors can learn about robots while dancing and drawing with them as well as touching and operating them. Through the museum, visitors can experience what the future will be like. It also is an ideal place for kids to satisfy their curiosity and have fun.

The POSCO Museum  (포스코 역사관)

The POSCO Museum (포스코 역사관)

7.1Km    3344     2018-08-07

14, Donghaean-ro 6213beon-gil, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
054-220-7720, 7721

The POSCO Museum shows the history, spirit, corporate culture and vision of POSCO. POSCO was able to achieve success thanks to the POSCO employees who fought against all kinds of adversities. The POSCO museum showcases such great achievements, as well as the entire history of the company, giving dreams and hopes to the youth who visit the museum.

Chilpo Beach (칠포해수욕장)

8.3Km    58650     2024-02-13

Heunghae-eup, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Chilpo Beach is celebrated for its four kilometers of white sand and crystal-clear waters. The shallow waters near the beach, approximately one meter deep, are ideal for children, while further out, the depth reaches adult shoulder level, making it suitable for swimmers of all ages. Additionally, visitors can enjoy a scenic trek along the wooden deck at the beach's end, offering splendid views of the East Sea. Since 2007, the beach has become even more renowned for hosting the Chilpo Jazz Festival every September. This event presents a unique opportunity to experience live jazz music by the sea, adding a musical charm to the autumn ambiance.

Gonnyunsan Mountain Paragliding Site (곤륜산 활공장)

Gonnyunsan Mountain Paragliding Site (곤륜산 활공장)

8.4Km    0     2024-08-06

Heunghae-eup, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Gonnyunsan Mountain Paragliding Site is a trending location in Pohang, offering amazing views over the coastal region and ocean beyond.

Homibando Peninsula Coastal Trail (호미반도 해안둘레길)

10.6Km    0     2024-02-13

360 Ibam-ri, Donghae-myeon, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

The Homibando Peninsula Coastal Trail is a picturesque trekking route that spans a remarkable 58 kilometers of Pohang's coastline, stretching from Donghae-myeon to Janggi-myeon via Guryongpo-eup and Homigot Cape. This easternmost section of the Korean Peninsula offers an opportunity to marvel at rugged cliffs and savor the soothing sounds of crashing waves as you stroll along the shoreline. The trail is divided into four distinct courses, with the third course, known as Guryongso-gil, being the lengthiest, taking approximately two hours to complete. It begins at Janggun Rock, winding its way through the Golden Rain Tree and Black Jetbead colonies, ultimately concluding at Guryongso. On the other hand, the fourth course, Homi-gil, is the shortest and starts at Eagle Rock, concluding at the picturesque Homigot Sunrise Square.

Sabang Memorial Park (사방기념공원)

10.8Km    2451     2024-07-18

1712 Haean-ro, Heunghae-eup, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Sabang Memorial Park was opened in 2007 to celebrate 100 years of the "sabang movement" (planting trees on empty hills & mountains) in Korea. The memorial park offers exhibitions of the grand-scale sabang project taken on by the Park Chung-hee administration in 1975-1980.

Sarangui Yuramseon, Restaurant (사랑의유람선)

Sarangui Yuramseon, Restaurant (사랑의유람선)

11.7Km    2268     2021-10-06

1804, Haean-ro, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-262-7777

As you drive along the fantastic course from Chilpo to Wolpo, you will find a big sailing ship turned into a restaurant.
Sarangui Yuramseon, which means the ‘love boat’, takes pride in its beautiful, wooden and boat-shaped architecture, and the breathtaking view.
In fact, it is a well-known spot for about-to-be-married couples to take their wedding photos.
At Sarangui Yuramseon, the modern interior, accompanied by the fascinating melodies of a jazz piano, creates an exquisite atmosphere.
Note also that each season they provide a special event for their customers.
You won’t need to go to a five-star hotel to experience fine dining.
You can simply enjoy the excellent food and the impeccable service at Sarangui Yuramseon.

Yeongil Bay Hot Springs (영일만온천)

12.0Km    22503     2020-03-18

21, Unje-ro 386beon-gil, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-285-0101

The construction of this huge hot spring complex started in Yeongil Bay in 1988 after it was found that Yeongil Bay has the highest geothermal heat in Korea while drilling for oil in 1974.

The water’s main ingredients contain healthy minerals such as calcium, natrium, fluorine, magnesium, chlorine, sulfuric acid, fluorine, zinc, germanium and radium. Yeongil Bay Hot Springs maintains its water with alkali bicarbonate at a pH of 9.43. The temperature of the water is somewhat low though at 35℃.

The hot springs help to recover from fatigue, to help beauty care, anti-aging, neuralgia, heart disease, and liver functions. The water here also has a very unique texture.