Wolchulsan Gichan Land (월출산 기찬랜드)

.0M 2025-01-17

19-3, Gichan land-ro, Yeongam-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-471-8500

Wolchulsan Gichan Land is set in the clean valley and fresh air at the foot of Cheonhwangbong Peak of Wolchulsan Mountain. Many famous people come from the area, including Kim Changjo who created folklore music, Nangsan Kim Junyeon, a member of the Consituent Assembly, Admiral Kang Kicheon, Jo Hunhyeon, King of Baduk game and others. Gichan Land houses Gayageum Theme Park to offer folk culture as well as nature-pool, spirit health center, pension, physical facilities, well-being prayer road, and others. Wolchulsan Well-being Prayer Road features a health road to experience water, forest, and rocks on the road to Wolchulsan Mountain.

The 1.1 kilometer long Wolchulsan Well-being Prayer Road stretches from Gichan-gil Walking path to Ki Sports Park and Sowon-ro. The path is decorated with more than 30 years of pine trees, eco-friendly wooden bridge, and a resting area. Wolchulsan Pray Road stretches from the entrance of Cheonhwangsaji and Ki Sports Park to Gichan Land (4km) plus the 3 kilometer-road from Historic Site of Wang In to the entrance of Dogapsa Temple.

Wolchulsan National Park features breathtaking scenery, plentiful cultural resources and folklore atmosphere of the Southern area. The mountain was formed as a residual hill of the Sobaek Mountain Range going into the Mokpo sea and meets the projecting rocks. The whole area is centered around Cheonwangbong Peak (809m) and is surrounded by uniquely-formed rocks and cliffs.

The area is the birth place of Wangin (Baekje) and Doseon Guksa (Late Silla). Various cultural assets are also located here, including Gengnakjeon Hall and Rock-carved Seated Buddha in Muwisa Temple in south side and Dogapsa Temple in west side based on Cheonwangbong Peak.

Gayageum Theme Park (가야금테마공원)

107.0M 2024-01-10

19-10 Gichan land-ro, Yeongam-eup, Yeongam-gun, Jeollanam-do

Opened in 2014, Gayageum Theme Park is the only gayageum-themed park in Korea. Various relics and materials related to the gayageum, a representative Korean traditional stringed instrument consisting of 12 strings, are displayed through which visitors have the opportunity to learn about this unique instrument. In addition to the 12-string gayageum, the improved ones, with 18 strings, 21 strings, and 25 strings, are also on display and the only ox-horn gayageum in Korea made of ox horns and pure gold is particularly worth observing. A bust of Kim Chang-jo born in Yeongam, who created the framework of Gayageum Sanjo (a free-style gayageum solo music), is also on display. In the listening room, visitors can appreciate beautiful music played by gayageum masters.

Wolchulsan National Park (월출산국립공원)

3.6Km 2024-01-10

280-43 Cheonhwangsa-ro, Yeongam-eup, Yeongam-gun, Jeollanam-do

Wolchulsan Mountain, which means "moon rising mountain," is a national park in the southernmost part of Korea with beautiful nature. The mountain towering around Cheonhwangbong Peak at 810.7 meters above sea level stands out even more due to the flat land around it. The unique rock formations look differently depending on the angle, as a human face or animal shape, exuding overwhelming grandeur. More than 700 plant species and 800 animal species inhabit the area, and a subtropical forest and a warm-temperate forest coexist, making it very valuable to preserve. The ridge from the Cheonhwangsa Temple site or Baramgyegok Valley to Cheonhwangbong Peak, Gujeongbong Peak, and Dogapsa Temple is the main trail, which takes about six hours. The course’s most exciting point is the 120-meter high and 54-meter long red suspension bridge that offers a picturesque view of Wolchulsan Mountain and the fields and paddies under the mountain.

Dogapsa Temple (도갑사)

4.8Km 2021-12-06

306, Dogapsa-ro, Yeongam-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-473-5122

Dogapsa Temple, built during the late Silla period, has a long history and various national treasures. Approximately 100 meters from Iljumun Gate of Dogapsa Temple is Haetalmun Gate (gate of emancipation), built in 1473 with a unique design that is also designated as a National Treasure. Near the gate is Treasure No. 1134, Wooden Child Manjusri and Samantabhadra of Dogapsa Temple. A five-story stone pagoda as well as Stone Seated Buddha (a Treasure) can also be seen at the temple. A large amount of the temple was burnt down during various wars, but the remaining stones show how large the temple once was.

Hyuhyudang[Korea Quality] / 휴휴당[한국관광 품질인증]

6.3Km 2024-10-30

42-3 , Dalbithanok-gil, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-6630-1507

Located in Dalbit Hanok Village in Gangjin, Jeollanam-do, Hyuhyudang is a traditional hanok guesthouse with a stunning view of Wolchulsan Mountain. There are two guest rooms in the guesthouse. Daerae is a gudeul room heated by wood burning in the furnace, and Meoru is a bedroom with a wooden bed. In the Jukrojisil, a tea room, guests can enjoy a tea ceremony while overlooking the scenic landscape of Gangjin. Guests are provided with free breakfast and bedding that has been carefully hand-sewn by the owner.

Nestle for You and I[Korea Quality] / 너와 나의 둥지[한국관광 품질인증]

6.3Km 2024-10-30

42-1 , Dalbithanok-gil, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-7608-2973

Nestle for You and I is a hanok accommodation located in Dalbit Hanok Village in Gangjin, Jeollanam-do. It has a spacious living room and yard with plenty of room for children to play, and the toenmaru (narrow wooden porch) under the eaves offers a great vantage point for viewing the hanok yard and the surrounding nature of Gangjin. There are three guest rooms: Haetnim and Dalnim come with a numaru (balcony-like raised veranda), and the detached building is equipped with a TV and refrigerator. There is a fireplace in the living room where you can enjoy a hearty, complimentary breakfast.

Byeolbaragi House[Korea Quality] / 별바라기집[한국관광 품질인증]

6.3Km 2024-10-30

46 , Dalbithanok-gil, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-4623-1375

Byeolbaragi House is a hanok guesthouse located in Dalbit Hanok Village in Gangjin, South Jeolla Province, south of the Wolchulsan National Park. Upon entering, you are greeted by the fragrant scent of green tea, the red mailbox at the entrance, and the lush green lawn. There are two guest rooms, Saetbyeolbang and Eunhasu, both traditional Korean rooms with separate bathrooms. A long table with a fireplace on one side of the living room is the centerpiece of this property, and it is the perfect setting for a party with friends. Breakfast is provided free of charge.

Dalbit Smile (달빛미소)

6.3Km 2024-12-23

49 , Dalbithanok-gil, Gangjin-gun, Jeonnam-do
+82-10-7749-0887

Dalbit Miso (‘Moonlight Smile’) is a hanok guest house in Dalbit Hanok Village, Gangjin, Jeonnam-do. All three guestrooms are Korean-style with ondol underfloor heating, are decorated with folk paintings and old-time furniture, and exude coziness. The Dalbit Room has numaru(a raised floor), while the Miso Room has a jjongmaru(wooden veranda); from here guests will enjoy the beautiful scenery of Wolchulsan National Park and the scent rising from the green tea fields. The guest house offers a hearty breakfast. Baegundong Garden and Wolchulsan National Park are 5-10 minutes away by car.

Yeorakjae (여락재)

6.3Km 2024-10-30

38 , Dalbithanok-gil, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-2633-7727

At Yeorakjae, located in Dalbit Hanok Village in Gangjin, Jeollanam-do, you can experience the simple joys of everyday life in a space called a hanok. The hanok was built with wood and soil in the old-fashioned manner, and its interior was furnished in a modern style to enhance comfort. There are two rooms, Full Moon and New Moon. Full Moon features a spacious living room and a numaru (balcony-like raised veranda) that may be used as a study or for tea ceremonies. In New Moon, there is a numaru with a large window and an attic. A beam projector and an AI speaker are installed in each room. Welcome tea and a hearty breakfast are provided.

Historical Site of Wangin (왕인박사 유적지)

6.4Km 2024-01-10

440 Wangin-ro, Yeongam-gun, Jeollanam-do

The hometown of Wangin Baksa (Wangin the Great Scholar) is located at the foot of Munpilbong Peak to the east of Gurim Village. Due to Wangin’s importance and contributions to Korean history, this historical attraction is preserved and maintained in honor of his memory and achievements.

Seonggidong is the official birthplace of Wangin (marked by the Yuheobi memorial monument) and is also home to Seongcheon, the well Wangin is believed to have drunk from. Halfway up Wolchulsan Mountain are Chaekgul, Munsanjae and Yangsajae where Wangin is said to have studied as well as nurtured local pupils. To commemorate the significance of these areas, a memorial is held every March at Munsanjae and Yansanjae.

In front of Chaekgul is a statue of Wangin which is said to symbolize his benevolent character. Just west of Seonggidong is Doljeonggogae, a hill from which it is believed Wangin made a sorrowful look back at his countrymen before leaving for Japan.

Wangin departed for Japan from Sangdaepo, which at the time was an international trading port. The renowned Baekje scholar was beginning his journey at the request of Japanese Emperor Eungshin. He took with him ten books on the Analects of Confucius and a book of Cheonjamun, a text of one thousand Chinese characters. Over time, he earned the trust of the emperor and became instructor to the crown prince. Wangin is well-known for his part in the development of Japanese culture and his name appears often in Japanese history. Wangin educated beyond textbooks and made great contributions to the development of arts, crafts and music and is revered as the originator of Japan’s Asuka culture.

This historic site was originally reconstructed from 1985 to 1987 and is continually receiving improvements to improve accessibility for visitors.

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