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Ullimsanbang House (진도 운림산방)

2025-03-15

315, Ullimsanbang-ro, Jindo-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-1588-9610

On the foot of Cheomchalsan Mountain (485 m), bordering Ssangyesa Temple to the North, sits Ullimsanbang House. The building was once a home to the famous artist, Heo Yu during his last years, after his master Kim Jeong-hee (1789~1856), a noted scholar, passed away.
Ullimsanbang House was named after the romantic scenery of the mountain peaks nearby the Cheomchalsan Maountain that appears hazily amidst the foggy mist. According to Heo Yu’s writings, ‘Mongyeonrok’ once had various flowers and trees blossomed, but it had long been abandoned beyond recognition until it was restored by his grandson, Heo Geon (1907~1987) in 1982.
Surrounding the Cheomchalsan Mountain, Ullimsanbang House has a ㄷ-shaped tile-roofed house containing a workroom among numerous bedrooms. It houses a wooden cottage at the rear and the So-Chi (Heo Geon’s pen name) Memorial to the right. Many of Heo family’s artworks are displayed here. At the middle of the courtyard, a crape myrtle stands gracefully on a small six-meter island floating on a pond of lilies.

Jindo Ssanggyesa Temple (쌍계사(진도))

2020-03-18

299-30, Ullimsanbang-ro, Jindo-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-542-1165

Founded in 857 by Buddhist monk Doseonguksa and reconstructed by Ui Woong in 1648, Ssanggyesa Temple is located between two valleys, bordering Cheomchalsan Mountain to the North. Walk through the rows of trees leading to a beautiful garden enclosed by a 100 year-old Joseon Chinese Juniper, cherry trees and persimmon trees.

Follow the path behind the temple for 10 minutes to find a three-acre plot of land consisting of dense forest. This woodland is a national monument containing over 50 types of trees. Unrimsanbang lies on the south of the temple, home of the famous artist Heo Yu, of the Joseon dynasty.

Jusanji Pond [National Geopark] (주산지 (청송 국가지질공원))

2025-03-15

Jusanji-ri, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-870-6111

Jusanji Pond is a small reservoir located in Juwangsan National Park. It is a man-made pond that was dug out in August, 1720 and completed in October the year after. The pond has been used as a source of water for agricultural use as well as for drinking water. Even though it is small in size, about 200 meters long and 8 meters deep, the pond has never dried up from any drought.

150-year-old willow trees are rooted in the pond, which makes a fantastic balance with the surroundings, creating a picturesque scenery found nowhere else.

Oedolgae Sea Stack (외돌개(제주))

2024-12-31

Seohong-dong, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-760-3192

Oedolgae Sea Stack sits not far from the shores of Sammaebong Peak in Seogwipo. It is an amazing rock 20 meters in x_height and is estimated to have formed approximately 1.5 million years ago. The fantastic rocks of the coastal cliff around Oedolgae and Sammaebong Peak provide the perfect background for trekking. The sunset of Beomseom Island, which can be seen from Oedolgae Sea Stack, has long been an admired view for people visiting Jeju Island.

Wido Beach (위도해수욕장)

2024-04-07

Jin-ri, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-580-3762

Opened in 1969, Wido Beach is known as an excellent swimming beach. The beach is sheltered by the surrounding mountains with fairly shallow and clear waters, making it very popular among families seeking a relaxing vacation. Moreover, the beach offers a spectacular view of Wangdeungdo Island from the shore.

Wido Island (National Geopark) (위도 (전북 서해안 국가지질공원))

2024-04-07

Chido-ri, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-580-4331

Located approximately 13 kilometers west of Buan, Wido Island is spread out sporadically looking like a flea. Visitors to the island can see various natural phenomena as well as beautiful coastal sceneries.

Jiksopokpo Falls - Jeonbuk National Geopark (직소폭포 (전북 서해안권 국가지질공원))

2025-03-15

62, Silsang-gil, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-580-4331

Jiksopokpo Falls is located within Bongnaegugok Valley. The waterfall is the largest in Byeonsanbando National Park, thundering down 30 meters. The waterfall can be reached by a hiking trail starting at Naesosa Temple. Known as one of the most beautiful sights in Byeonsanbando National Park, the waterfall is very popular with tourists.

Gosapo Beach (고사포해수욕장)

2024-04-07

8-8, Norumok-gil, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-582-7808

Gosapo Beach commands a magnificent scenic view, thanks to the 2-kilometer stretch of fine sand and pine forest along the beach. The beach is considered one of the cleanest among the beaches in the area. Every two weeks, the tides fall to reveal a path from Gosapo Beach to Haseom Island.

Gaeamsa Temple (개암사)

2024-04-07

248, Gaeam-ro, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-581-0080

Gaeamsa Temple is a small, quiet temple built in 634 during the Baekje dynasty. The origin of the name "Gaeam" goes back to 282 BC, when King Mun from the Byeonhan confederacy took refuge here during the revolt of the Jinhan and Mahan confederacies. Under King Mun's command, temples for the new fortress were built on east and west sides of the valley; the western temple was called Gaeam. In 676, the temple was expanded and in 1276, thirty more buildings were raised, expanding it to a grand temple.

Wido Island Chidori Village (위도 치도리마을)

2025-03-16

Nalmatong-gil, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do

Located on Wido Island, Chidori Village is a small fishing community. Looking out to the sea from this scenic, peaceful village, one can view picturesque Ttanchido and Jageunttanchido Islands. When the tide recedes twice every day, a path opens up to connect Chidori Village to these islands. Along this path, oysters can be found in great abundance, and visitors are welcome to dig for them.

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