Baengnyeongdo Island (백령도)

0m 34386 2021-04-23

Baengnyeong-ro, Ongjin-gun, Incheon
+82-32-899-3510

Initially known as Gokdo Island, the name was changed to the current Baengnyeongdo Island based on its appearance as having white wings. It is the eighth largest island in Korea, and the closest to North Korea. Due to its vantage point, visitors must undergo a security process before touring the island.

Baengnyeongdo Island is famous for an array of attractions and fresh seafood, with many fish varieties living in the area. The mighty sea cliffs of Dumujin are said to be the last masterpieces of an old god. Additional attractions of the island include the two-story high Simcheonggak Pavilion; Mulgaebawi Rock, the only place in Korea to see seals; and Sagot Coast, one of only two places in world with diatomacheous earth, strong enough to drive on and for military planes to use as a runway.

Ongjin Baengnyeongdo Dumujin (옹진 백령도 두무진)

5.2 Km 27962 2024-02-16

255-1 Yeonhwa-ri, Baengnyeong-myeon, Ongjin-gun, Incheon

Dumujin, known for the most beautiful coastal scenery on Baengnyeongdo Island, is situated in the northwest of the island. Its picturesque coastal cliffs and vibrant rock formations, shaped by years of wave action, have earned it the nickname "Geumgangsan Mountain on the sea." Visitors can enjoy Dumujin from the sea aboard a cruise ship, or explore it on land by taking the Dumujin port road.

Daecheongdo Island (대청도)

15.6 Km 6093 2021-07-09

Daecheong-myeon, Ongjin-gun, Incheon
+82-32-899-3610

Daecheongdo Island, with an area of 12.7 square kilometers and 24.7 kilometers in length, houses a little over 1,000 citizens. The island is located 202 kilometers northwest of Incheon and is known for fishing. With most of the villagers being fishermen, the whole island is one large fishing area. The island is also known for clean air and various tourist attractions.

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