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Uljin Hupohang Port (울진 후포항)

2020-01-03

29, Deunggisan-gil, Hupo-myeon, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-789-6862

Uljin-gun’s southern most port of Hupohang has beautiful seaside scenery throughout the four seasons. Almost all of the fish caught in the East Sea can be seen at Hupohang Port. On the hill behind the port is the Hupo Lighthouse, which lights the waters for boats coming in at night, and its observatory provides a great view over the East sea during the day. Also, children’s playground and rest area are situated on top of the hill next to the lighthouse. On the opposite side of the hill, visitors can enjoy the spectacular scenery of the 1,004-meter tall Baekamsan Mountain.

At dawn, visitors can tour Hupohang Park and look at the many freshly caught fish. Visitors can also buy fresh fish at extremely low prices. Furthermore, the Hupohang Port is known for its numerous raw fish restaurants and the hot springs are located nearby as well.

Deokgu Spaworld (덕구온천스파월드)

2023-12-22

924, Deokguoncheon-ro, Buk-myeon, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-782-0677

Deokgu Hot Springs is recognized by the Ministry of Government Administration and Home Affairs as “Gyeongsangbuk-do’s No. 1 National Hot Spring" and is Korea's only hot spring with natural geyser. It is located in a 1.32ha-wide space in Deokgu, nestled in the beautiful scenery of Eungbongsan Mountain north of Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, east of Taebaeksan Mountain. The water here is lightly alkaline at a temperature of 42.4℃, one of the most well-regarded in Korea. It is especially effective for lifestyle diseases such as neuralgia, arthritis, muscle pain, skin disorders, and diabetes. Deokgu Hot Springs is also known for its beautiful view of the naturally flowing hot springs, unique rock formations, and crystal-clear waters from the valley.

Ildong Jaeil Yuhwang Oncheon (일동제일유황온천)

2017-07-22

1210, Hwadong-ro, Ildong-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-536-6000

The Ildong Jaeil Oncheon is situated in the hot springs region of Pocheon-gun. Many visitors from the Seoul and Gyeongin areas come for the high-quality water that comes from the hot springs located 800~1000 meters underground.

Visitors to the Ildong hot springs region also enjoy the famous Idong galbi (grilled meat), visit the nearby Baekunsan, Gwangdeoksan, Cheonggyesan, and Unaksan Mountain ranges and also visit Nasan Golf Course and Ildong Lake.

The Ildong Jaeil Oncheon’s hot springs water are known to be effective in treating rheumatism, obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, neuralgia, women’s diseases, arthritis, and various skin ailments.

Baegamsan Mountain (백암산)

2020-01-03

Onjeong-myeon, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-787-5929

The Baegamsan Mountains are also known as the ‘White Rock Mountains’, since their peaks are covered in white-coloured rocks. These mountains are also famous for receiving plenty of snow during the winter season. If you hike up to the mountain peak early in the morning, you may catch a glimpse of the gorgeous sunrise over the East Sea. The hiking trail starts from in front of the Baegam Hot Springs Hotel. Hikers follow the southern ridges and continue through the pine tree forests to reach the top of the mountain. From the top of the mountain, you can admire beautiful views of the East Sea and the tall mountains that stretch to the west and the north. Below the peaks are the Gomosanseong Fortress, Halmaesanseong Fortress, and Baegamsanseong Fortress.

After admiring the beautiful wildlife from the peak of Baegamsan Mountain, enjoy the spas at the Baegamsan Hot Springs Resort, which is located just at the foot of the mountain.

Sudeoksa Temple (수덕사)

2021-12-03

79, Sudeoksaan-gil, Yesan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-330-7700

Sudeoksa Temple, which has played an important role in the history of Korea’s Buddhism, is located at the foot of Deoksungsan Mountain. It was one of twelve temples from the Baekje Kingdom mentioned in Chinese historical records. There is no historical record of when the temple was founded but researchers believe it was founded sometime during the reign of King Wuideok (554-597).

The main building of Sudeoksa Temple, Daeungjeon Hall, was constructed in 1308 during the Goryeo dynasty. It was repaired four times between 1528 and 1803, but fortunately kept its original beauty. In addition to Daeungjeon Hall, Sudeoksa Temple houses many cultural treasures, such as the Three-story Stone Pagoda of Sudeoksa Temple.

Deoksungsan Mountain (덕숭산)

2021-06-30

Deoksan-myeon, Yesan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-339-8930

Deoksungsan Mountain is referred to as Chungcheong region's Geumgangsan Mountain for its beauty. Within Deoksungsan Mountain is Sudeoksa Temple, famous for its Daeungjeon Hall as the oldest surviving wooden building in Korea. The mountain's most prominent features are the oddly shaped rocks that are often compared to the shape of a human skull or a beast with its mouth wide open. Some of the most scenic points are Wonhyobong Peak, Seongmunbong Peak, and Haetaebawi Rock. Several Buddhist temples and cultural heritages occupy the mountain. The mountain is also a popular destination for family trips thanks to its short hiking course and Deoksan Hot Springs.

Mungyeong Spa (문경종합온천)

2023-04-07

24, Oncheon 2-gil, Mungyeong-eup, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-571-2002

Mungyeong Spa is an enormous hot springs complex that first opened in March 2001 and is able to accommodate up to 2,500 visitors at one time, as well as up to 1,000 vehicles in the spacious parking lot.

It offers two types of hot springs water. The yellow earth-colored hot springs water comes from 900 meters underground and the other hot springs water comes from 750 meters below the ground.

Cheoksan Hot Springs Zone (척산온천지구)

2024-02-28

288 Gwangwang-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-639-2901

Cheoksan Hot Springs Zone, located in Sokcho, is a village dedicated to hot spring tourism. Key attractions like Cheoksan Spa & Hotel, Cheoksan Hot Spring Bath, and Footbath Park have been sequentially built to shape the area as it is known today. It offers a unique expereince where visitors can soak in warm hot springs while viewing the snow-capped Seoraksan Mountain, expecially during the cold winter months. Situated just a 10-minute drive from Seoraksan Mountain, this village serves as an ideal relaxation spot after a day of hiking.

Hampyeong Haesujjim Spa (함평해수찜)

2025-01-07

61, Seoksan-ro, Hampyeong-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-322-9900

Hampyeong Haesujjim Spa is a medical treatment method that has been widely used ever since the 1800’s. Nutrients are added to seawater, which is then heated for bathing, creating a “Haesujjim (seawater bath)” that combines the benefits of hot springs and bathing.

This is especially popular among housewives since it is proven to be an effective treatment for neuralgia, post childbirth discomfort, arthritis, and dermatitis.

Gusipo Haesu World (Gusipo Seawater World) (구시포 해수찜월드)

2024-04-07

540, Jinamgusipo-ro, Gochang-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-561-3324

The Gusipo Haesu World provides a diverse selection of jjimjilbang facilities. There is a “Haesuyakjjim (Medicinal Seawater Bath)” full-body bath, where special healthy ingredients are added to heated seawater. This is believed to effectively treat neuralgia, arthritis, and obesity.

This process extracts unnecessary substances from the skin, creating a more beautiful radiance. There are also other enjoyable facilities such as the indoor sand bathing room and a green tea spa.

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