Dongho Beach (동호해수욕장)

17.2Km 2025-01-08

Dongho-ri, Gochang-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-560-2646

Dongho Beach is located south of Gomsoman Bay, between the Byeonsan Peninsula of Buan and Gochang-gun, Jeollabuk-do. Skirting the 1-kilometer-long white sandy beach lies a green forest with pine trees hundreds of years old. The sunset viewed from the forest is particularly eye-catching as the soft pink from the falling sun covers the sky. The water just offshore is relatively shallow, varying in depth between 0.5 and 1.5 meters. The high salt content in the seawater makes it an ideal place for sea and sand bathing.

On the hill above the forest is Suseongdang, a shrine honoring the god of the seas, where the local fishermen gather each year to pray for big catches.

Gomso Swimteo (곰소쉼터)

17.7Km 2024-04-07

1086 Cheongja-ro, Jinseo-myeon, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do

Gomso Swimteo is a restaurant located next to the Gomso Salt Farm, which produces sea salt. The signature dish is the jeotgal jeongsik (salted seafood set menu), featuring nine varieties of salted seafood served with soybean paste jjigae. Customers can also enjoy unlimited refills of salted seafood, similar to a buffet style. Gomso's salted seafood is renowned for its excellent taste, as it is made by marinating freshly caught seafood in Gomso sea salt for over a year.

Jangseongho Tourist Area (장성호관광지)

17.9Km 2025-01-08

591-8, Baegyang-ro, Jangseong-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-392-7248

Jangseongho Tourist Area is located south of Naejangsan National Park, in Jangseong, known as the hometown of Hong Gil-dong, a Korean Robin Hood. The lake was made by the damming of Hwangnyonggang River, and holds up to 89.7 million tons of water, filled with many freshwater fish species. In addition, the walking path along the 603-meter-long embankment attracts many tourists with beautiful views of the mountains and lake. Cruise ferries and motorboats also cross the lake. Nearby attractions include Ibamsan and Baegamsan Mountains, Namchanggyegok Valley, Baegyangsa and Naejangsa Temples, Gosanseowon Confucian Academy, Bangjangsan Recreational Forest, and more.

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

19.2Km 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.

Byeonsan Natural Recreation Forest (변산자연휴양림)

19.2Km 2024-04-07

3768 Byeonsan-ro, Byeonsan-myeon, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do

Byeonsan Natural Recreation Forest is a coastal natural recreation forest located within the Byeonsanbando National Park. Offering views of both mountains and sea, it boasts a distinctive charm and provides forest tour, experiential program, and accommodation facilities. Visitors can engage in simple crafts using pine cones and pine trees, as well as forest strolling programs such as walking through the pine forest. Nearby attractions include Chaeseokgang Cliff in Gyeokpo and Byeonsan Beach.

Stay Hwangryong[Korea Quality] / 스테이황룡 [한국관광 품질인증]

19.4Km 2024-10-30

5-3, Haengbok 1-gil, Hwangnyong-myeon, Jangseong-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-7142-5646

Stay Hwangryong is a tranquil hanok accommodation where the Hwangryonggang River flows in front. The hanok surrounded by a low stone wall is divided into two sections: Sarangchae and Anchae. The broad yard with flowering trees add more beauty to the landscape. The guest rooms of Stay Hwangryong include Hwangryong, good for six guests, Sarangchae 1 and 2 that are both good for two travelers, and a Maru that is the equivalent of a living room. The modern hanok retains the traditional beauty, while having added the convenience of modern facilities. Bright lightings on the ceiling and glass windows dressed in white curtains that replaced hanji give a more trendy look. Individual heating system per room, WiFi, and air conditioning are provided. The kitchen is equipped with a rice cooker, induction cooktop, and other kitchenware for those who wish to cook during the stay. Each room has a barbecue grill for guests to enjoy. The yard with plentiful sunlight is good for small gatherings, such as family gatherings and birthday parties.

NABIdream Hanok Stay (한옥펜션 나비의 꿈)

19.4Km 2024-12-24

129 , Naesosa-ro, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-582-7651

Butterfly Dream is a modern hanok stay in Naesosa, Byeonsanbando National Park, Jeollabuk-do. The spacious, grassy yard and pine trees add to this place’s tranquility. A variety of guestrooms are offered and most come with a kitchen and individual barbecue area.

Mirsaem Bridge (미르샘 다리)

19.7Km 2025-01-16

Sinjeong-dong, Jeongeup-si, Jeonbuk-do

Mirsaem Bridge is a 642-meter wooden deck bridge that spans Yongsanho Lake. Benches are placed in the middle of the bridge for visitors to sit and rest during their crossing. The lakeside fountains operate until 21:00 from March to November and until 22:00 from June to September. At the center of the bridge is an art installation that represents Jeongeup. There is glass flooring near the fountain by the art installation, allowing visitors to see the water below their feet. For visitors who want to savor the nature-friendly atmosphere, cross the bridge and follow the trail leading to a mountain forest to continue the adventure. The bridge has night lights installed that turn on after sunset until 22:00, making it an ideal place for an evening stroll as well.

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