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Supjaengi Garden (숲쟁이공원)

Supjaengi Garden (숲쟁이공원)

2024-02-20

67 Baekjemunhwa-ro, Beopseong-myeon, Yeonggwang-gun, Jeollanam-do

Supjaengi Garden is a park associated with the history of Beopseongpo. "Supjaengi" means a fortress made of trees. It was created to protect Beopseong Jinseong Fortress, a naval base during the Joseon dynasty, with a forest of deciduous trees, serving as a windbreak forest to protect Beopseongpo and the village. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the port while walking along the flower-filled walking trails. Every June, the Beopseongpo Danoje attracts many tourists.

Yeosu Minam Cruise (여수 미남크루즈)

Yeosu Minam Cruise (여수 미남크루즈)

2024-02-20

3617-22 Dolsan-ro, Dolsan-eup, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Yeosu Minam Cruise is a cruise ship that offers tours of Yeosu's major attractions from the sea. Built with Korean shipbuilding technology, it boasts a total of four decks and can accommodate up to 920 passengers. During the day, it operates the Seascape City Tour, allowing passengers to enjoy the scenic views of Yeosu's coastline. In the evening, it offers Night View Tour and Fireworks Tour.

Mosageum Beach (모사금해수욕장)

Mosageum Beach (모사금해수욕장)

2024-02-20

Ocheon-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Mosageum Beach is a beach located on Odongdo Island within the Hallyeohaesang National Park. With a pristine shoreline stretching 225 meters, it offers shallow waters and clean seawater, perfect for swimming. Surrounded by beautiful scenery and offering a tranquil atmosphere, it's an ideal destination for a relaxing vacation during the peak season. The coastal road around the beach is also famous for its sunrise views.

Anjwado Island (안좌도)

Anjwado Island (안좌도)

2024-02-20

872 Jungbu-ro, Anjwa-myeon, Sinan-gun, Jeollanam-do

Anjwado Island is an island better known by the name Purple Island. Every spring, it hosts a lavender festival, and in the autumn, an aster chrysanthemum festival takes place, painting the island in shades of purple. With village roofs adorned in purple and the purple sea bridge, visitors can enjoy the color purple throughout the seasons. Additionally, the Birth Home of Kim Whanki (1913-1974), a famous Korean abstract artist, is located here.

Dochodo Island (도초도)

Dochodo Island (도초도)

2024-02-20

Suhang-ri, Docho-myeon, Sinan-gun, Jeollanam-do

Dochodo Island is an island located on the border of Dadohaehaesang National Park in Sinan. At the entrance of the island, there is a fantastic garden adorned with over 700 pine trees. Passing through here leads to a beautiful hydrangea park. In June, the island transforms into a colorful spectacle as around 30,000 hydrangea flowers of various species bloom. To the south of the island lies Simok Beach, which is part of Dadohaehaesang National Park.

1004 Islands Museum Park (1004 뮤지엄파크)

1004 Islands Museum Park (1004 뮤지엄파크)

2024-02-20

508-65 Jaeunseobu 2-gil, Jaeun-myeon, Sinan-gun, Jeollanam-do

1004 Islands Museum Park is a marine complex cultural district located on Yangsan Beach in Jaeundo Island. It comprises the World Shell Museum, 1004 Islands Stone Art Museum, Stone Garden, and Yangsan Beach. The Stone Garden features fountains, rock formations, and pine trees, while the 1004 Islands Stone Art Museum houses 1,400 donated stones. Additionally, the World Shell Museum exhibits shells and marine life collected from oceans around the world.

Wando Jeongdo-ri Gugyedeung Pebble Beach (완도 정도리 구계등)

2024-02-20

152-1 Jeongdo-ri, Wando-eup, Wando-gun, Jeollanam-do

Gugyedeung Pebble Beach is the area near in Wando Port. The rounded pebbles, such as those found at Gugyedeung Pebble Beach, Jeongdo-ri, have been smoothed and rounded by waves over tens of thousands of years. The unique sound of waves crashing against the pebbles is like a song, and the harmony between the sea and forest paths is beautiful, attracting many travelers.

Jeonnam Wando Cheongsando Island (Cittaslow) (전남 완도 청산도 [슬로시티])

2024-02-20

7 Cheongsan-ro, Cheongsan-myeon, Wando-gun, Jeollanam-do

Cheongsando Island is an island located in the southern part of Korea, reachable by passenger ferry from Wando in about 40 minutes. The traditional rural village landscape is well preserved here. The name "Cheongsan" means "green mountain," and true to its name, the mountains, sky, and sea are all refreshing. The island boasts a total of eleven slow paths, named so because walking along them slows one's pace due to the beautiful scenery. The view of gudeuljang paddy and low stone walls is also a rare sight to behold.

Yeosu Gasari Ecology Park (여수 가사리 생태공원)

2024-02-20

1191-4 Sagok-ri, Sora-myeon, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Yeosu Gasari Ecology Park is a converted wetland area where the sea and river meet. It features various wetland plants and bird species, along with expansive reed fields and deck paths. Equipped with bicycle paths, it is also popular among travelers who enjoy cycling. During sunset, visitors can witness the spectacular crimson sky.

Yeosu Industrial Complex (여수 국가산업단지)

2024-02-20

183-1 Hwachi-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Yeosu Industrial Complex, established in 1967, is the largest petrochemical industrial complex in Korea. It holds significant historical importance as a space that has driven the economic development of Korea. With thousands of lights installed in massive machinery and facilities, it forms a dazzling night view, making it a popular tourist attraction. There are observatory and pedestrian deck where visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the industrial complex's magnificent lights, making it an excellent spot for tourism.