15.2 Km 33269 2024-02-16
150 Mihang-ro, Maryang-myeon, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do
Maryang Port, situated along the pristine waters linking Wando Island, the Dadohae islands, and Jeju, is a notable destination. From April to October, it becomes the venue for the Maryang Nolto Fish Market every Saturday. This market is celebrated for its lavish food selections and the spectacle of raw fish being expertly sliced before visitors. Adjacent to the port, an observatory provides sweeping views of the stunning Gangjin seas. Additionally, the nearby Kkamakseom Island, recognized as a Natural Monument, is visible from this vantage point, adding to the area's allure.
15.5 Km 26045 2020-03-27
Beoljeong-ri, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-430-3114
Gangjin has many scenic landscapes with Wolchulsan Mountain to the north and the sea of Gugangpo dotted with numerous islets and wetlands to the south. It is also home to beautiful mountains, rivers, and plains that add to its scenic beauty and natural features. The Baengnyeonsa Temple and Dasan Chodang to the west of Gangjinman Bay, and the reeds along the coastline are a beautiful sight to behold. Also, the National Highway No. 23 that runs along the eastern border of the Gangjinman Bay, past the town of Gangjin-eup to Maryang, is famous for its many spectacular sights. Above all, it is highly recommended to hike up the Cheonilgak Pavilion in front of the Dasan Chodong Dongam (east hermitage) for a panoramic view of Gugangpo’s coastal waters. The hiking trail that traverses Mandeoksan Mountain leads to Baengnyeonsa, which is a temple with breathtaking ocean view.
16.9 Km 11358 2020-09-10
7-5, Dasanchodang 1-gil Doam-myeon, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-3616-0360
'Dahyang Sochuk is a traditional Korean guesthouse with 70 years history located near the entrance to Dasan Chodang (Dasan Jeong Yakyong Historical Site) in Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do. The guesthouse is like a folk museum where guests get to see the items that Korean ancestors actually used. One of the advantages of staying at Dahyang Sochuk is that you can have all the green tea you want because there are wild green tea plants growing around the building. The areas around the guesthouses are decorated with unique bonsai trees and flowers all seasons for the guests to enjoy. All the rooms are coated with red clay and furnished with naturally dyed linens, both of which are healthy for the body while very smooth to the touch and aromatic. Right before winter, an array of potted chrysanthemums is placed along the entranceway, making you forget the cold weather for a moment. All in all, it’s a great place to stay and relax amid nature.
17.1 Km 20200 2023-06-19
68-35, Dasanchodang-gil, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-430-3911
Dasan Chodang is the house where Jeong Yak-yong (pen-name Dasan, 1762-1836) lived during his exile. He was a scholar of the late Joseon dynasty and is noted for his great contributions to the development of practical learning in Korea. After he was expelled to Ganjin for writing a secret letter of appeal for religious freedom, which later was named ‘the Hwang Sa-yeong Baekseo’, he lived in the house for 18 years while studying practical learning (‘Silhak’ in Korean). Most of his famous books were written in Dasan Chodang. While walking along a road near Dasan Chodang, you can see the Cheonilgak pavilion, which offers a great view of beautiful Gangjin Bay. Not far from Dasan Chodang is the Dasan Museum, where visitors can learn about the life of Dasan.
17.1 Km 24296 2021-07-02
330, Daesan-gil, Boseong-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-852-4434
Jeamsan Mountain is beautiful throughout the year with royal azaleas in spring, cool water in summer, silver grass in fall, and a snow-covered mountain in winter. The mountain attracts over 100,000 visitors during vacation periods with Yongchugyegok Valley nearby. Just over the mountain is the ocean with Yulpo Beach where visitors can enjoy after relaxing at Jeamsan Recreational Forest.
17.2 Km 10393 2020-04-04
145, Baengnyeonsa-gil, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-432-0837
The original name of Baengnyeonsa Temple was Mandeoksa Temple, said to have been built by Preceptor Muyeom during the reign of Silla King Munseong. Later, Preceptor Wonmyo rebuilt it in the old site during the reign of King Huijong (7th year) during the Goryeo period. He gained fame as Baengnyeongyeolsa so the temple began to be called Baengnyeonsa Temple. Baengnyeongyeolsa has produced eight preceptors of Goryeo and flourished throughout 120 years. In addition, the area is famous as the place where Dasan Jeong Yak-yong and Master Hyejang connected and developed companionship regardless of religious and age differences during Jeong was exiled to Gangjin.
The temple’s most popular attraction is Forest of Common Camellias, designated as Natural Monument No. 151. The Camellia trees, skirting the road to the temple, make up a forest covering the area of 9,917 ㎡ over the ruined Haenghotoseong Earthen Fortification next to a memorial stone. In the forest, four stupas of Goryeo and Joseon Era are scattered like hide-and-seek. The forest features a tranquil ambience all year long even in daytime, thanks to the thick, green leaves. From November, the camellia flowers are in full bloom and the forest becomes red, beautiful enough to inspire visitors. After passing the forest on the way to Dasan Chodang, visitors can glimpse a colony of tea fields and wild tea produced by Baengnyeonsa Temple. The mountain where Baengnyeonsa Temple is situated has had wild tea fields grown from Goryeo Era so that it was called "Dasan." For this reason, Jeong Yak-yong’s pen name is "Dasan" which holds the valuable meaning of his banishment here.
17.3 Km 34472 2023-04-13
San123-9, Yongban-ri, Ungchi-myeon, Boseong-gun, Jeollanam-do
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Royal Azalea Cultural Festival is held around Illimsan Mountain's Yongchu Valley in Jeollanam-do. With the largest royal azalea field in Korea, visitors to the festival can witness sea of pink flowers.
17.5 Km 126 2020-07-09
5, Boeun-ro 4-gil, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-434-6999
Gangjin Night Dream is a tourism content developed to provide night tours in Gangjin. From walking tours to busking performances, flying wish lanterns, and more, visitors can experience various activities all in one package.
17.5 Km 5973 2024-02-19
11-1 Boeun-ro 3-gil, Gangjin-eup, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do
061-433-5777
Yehyang is a traditional Korean table d'hote restaurant that originated in 1930 on Yeongrang-ro in Gangjin. They offer set menus such as ye jeongsik, hyang jeongsik, and surasang, all served based on a portion size for four people. Using natural ingredients, they provide healthy and flavorful meals with dishes like hongeo samhap (skate, pork, and kimchi combo), tteokgalbi (grilled galbi patties), and bori gulbi (barley-aged dried yellow croaker).
17.7 Km 44997 2024-02-19
Doyang-eup, Goheung-gun, Jeollanam-do
Located at the heart of maritime transportation connecting Sorokdo Island, Geomundo Island, and Jeju-do, Nokdong Port serves as a pivotal harbor. Annually in May, the Nokdong Maritime Fireworks Festival and Music Festival take place at the port. From May to November, every Saturday evening, a drone show is held against the backdrop of the night sea at Nokdong Port. Surrounding the harbor are a passenger terminal and a traditional market where various seafood products from the nearby waters of Goheung are sold at affordable prices.