Chungminsa Temple (여수충민사)

0m 25067 2020-03-18

52-23 Chungminsa-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-690-2036

Nestled at the foot of Maraesan Mountain (alt. 385.2 m), Chungminsa Temple (Historic Site No. 381) was built by Lee Sieon (unknown - 1624), and was commissioned by Lee Hangbok (1556-1618) after the Imjinwaeran War (Japanese Invasion) upon King Seonjo's (1601) command. The shrine was forced to be demolished by Japan in 1919, and only two sections remained. In 1947, they were then rebuilt by local residents in the end. It was designated as Historical Site No. 381 on June 1, 1993.

* Chungminsa Hamabi (stone statue)
At the entrance of Chungminsa Temple, Hamabi (stone stuatue) is set up with a 1.4 m-x_height, 42 cm-x_width, and 10 cm-thickness, with the word "Hamabi" written on the stone, meaning "expressing one's respect", and in front of the palace is a Confucian shrine, the birthplace of the sages that symbolizes the temple's significance. This stone used to be 100 m away but was moved to its current site when a detour road was built.

Namdo Food Festival (남도음식문화큰잔치)

1.2 Km 29200 2022-10-14

1, Bangnamhoe-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-61-286-5771

Namdo Food Festival is held in the area of Gangjinman Bay Ecology Park. This festival also has a food exhibition hall that includes a variety of representative food in Namdo, and an event offering various healthy foods. Other events include parades, food contests, sampling, agricultural products sales market, a food ingredients hall, a food market, and cultural art performances to entertain visitors.

Expo Ocean Park (엑스포해양공원)

1.2 Km 16281 2022-12-28

1, Bangnamhoe-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-1577-2012

Expo Ocean Park offers waterfront walking paths for strolls along the sea. Visitors can also take part in dynamic marine leisure sports programs or watch the multimedia BIG-O Show. In addition, the establishment offers facilities such as exhibition halls and seminar rooms that can hold both international and small scale meetings or events.

Yeosu Expo Station (여수엑스포역)

1.3 Km 21891 2016-12-23

2, Mangyang-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-663-7788

Yeosu Station began operations on December 25, 1930 as an ordinary station on the new railway connecting Gwangju and Yeosu. Later, the site was used as a venue for Yeosu World Expo, so the station was moved to Deokchung-dong and renamed as Yeosu Expo Station on October 1, 2011.

BACKPACKERS IN YEOSU [Korea Quality] / 백패커스인여수 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

1.6 Km 2 2021-03-29

14, Gonghwanam 2-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

This guesthouse is located only five min by car from Yeosu-Expo Station and Yeosu Bus Terminal. Its bright yellow facade is actually a rather well-known sight among the travelers in Naeilro, a railway pass service catering to young backpackers. There are more than ten kinds of rooms available, from single rooms to dormitories, double and family rooms, and ondol (under-the-floor heating system) rooms. Four-person rooms, in particular, are equipped with microwave oven and cooking utensils, and all rooms have attached bathrooms. Amenities also cater to the unique needs of backpackers, such as the Pub&Cafe, a restaurant serving local craft beer and pizza; recreation room with gaming consoles; power rooms; and a shared kitchen. Yeosu’s major tourist sites, such as Nangman Pocha Street, Goso-dong Angel Mural Alley, and Yi Sunsin Square, are located about 1.5 km away from the guesthouse.

Hotel Chambord (샹보르 관광호텔)

1.6 Km 13827 2021-02-01

20, Gonghwanam 2-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Hotel Chambord is located approximately 1.5 kilometers away from Yeosu Expo Station and 10 minutes by taxi from Yeosu Bus Terminal. Nearby attractions include Odongdo Island, Yi Sun-Shin Square, and Dolsan Park all within 15 minutes. Guests can enjoy quality services and facilities at the hotel while observing the fine scenery.

Matthieu Yeosu (마띠유호텔 여수)

1.7 Km 4637 2021-02-18

20, Odongdo-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-662-3131

Matthieu Yeosu is located in front of Yeosu-Expo Station and the venue for the Yeosu Expo. Nearby tourist attractions include Chungminsa Temple, Jinnamgwan Hall, Gosodae, Yi Sun-sin plaza, Admiral Yi Sun-sin-related historical sites and more, suitable for a historical trip. The hotel is a great place to stay for visitors wishing to visit Yeosu Expo Park, complete with the BIG-O show, digital gallery, Sky Tower, and Aqua Planet. Odongdo Island, a paradise of camellia flowers and a beautiful sunset and sunrise viewing point, is also very popular. In addition, the rooftop features a garden, perfect for enjoying the view of the South Sea and the city.

E-Mart - Yeosu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 여수)

1.8 Km 0 2024-04-23

277, Jwasuyeong-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

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Hanhwa Aqua Planet Yeosu (아쿠아플라넷 여수)

1.8 Km 19901 2022-12-28

61-11, Odongdo-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-660-1111

Hanhwa Aqua Planet Yeosu is the second largest aquarium in Korea and the first to be built entirely aboveground. Opened in 2012 with the Yeosu World Expo, the aquarium is an environmentally friendly building, using solar power for most of its energy use. The aquarium is divided into different sections such as Ocean Life, Marine Life, and Aqua Forest, as well as a hands-on experience zone. There are approximately 55,000 marine animals of about 300 species including rare animals such as beluga (white whale) and baikal seal living in the aquarium.

Jinnamgwan Hall (여수 진남관)

1.8 Km 28880 2022-08-16

11, Dongmun-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-659-4756

Jinnamgwan Hall (National Treasure) is located at the site of the Jeolla Province naval base during the Joseon dynasty. At that time, it was a watchtower called Jimhaeru, where Admiral Yi Sun-sin commanded his forces during the Imjin War (1592-1598). The original building burned down near the end of the war, and Admiral Yi Sun-sin's successor, Yi Si-eon, constructed Jinnamgwan Hall, a large gaeksa (government officer guesthouse) at the site in 1599.

Jinnamgwan Hall is a single-story gable-roofed building with 15 kan (traditional Korean measurement between two pillars) on the front and 5 kan on the sides. It is the largest single-story goverment building from the Joseon dynasty in the region. At the hall entrance is a small museum outlining the history of Jinnamgwan and the Imjin War, and the famous Yeosu Stone Statue (Jeollanam-do Tangible Cultural Asset) is located within the precincts of the hall. Nearby attractions include Jasan Park, Odongdo Island, Dolsan Bridge, Chungminsa Shrine, and Manseongni Beach.

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