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HWARGO (화르고)

HWARGO (화르고)

7.4Km    2021-03-22

5, Sicheongdong, 1-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-682-9362

This is a place that sells dry-aged meat. This BBQ restaurant is located in Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do. The most famous menu is grilled black pork belly.

The Island for Art & Healing, Jangdo Island (예술의 섬 장도)

7.4Km    2024-02-22

Ungcheon-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Jangdo Island is an island in Yeosu known for its outstanding coastal landscapes, including cliffed coast and wave-cut cliff. Accessible only when the tide permits, visitors can cross the Jinseom Bridge on foot during low tide. The island boasts beautiful natural features such as sandy beaches and wildflowers native to the southern coast, alongside various art studios created by artists, outdoor sculpture works, and more.

Joseonhwarojip Yeosu City Hall(조선화로집 여수시청)

Joseonhwarojip Yeosu City Hall(조선화로집 여수시청)

7.4Km    2020-11-20

5, Mangma-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-681-3366

It is a restaurant where you can eat cost-effective beef dishes. This BBQ restaurant is located in Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do. The most famous menu is grilled beef ribs.

Himart - Yeocheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 여천점)

Himart - Yeocheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 여천점)

7.6Km    2024-04-23

281, Dowon-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

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Jinmi Kkotgetang (진미꽃게탕)

7.7Km    2024-02-20

8-12 Sicheongseo 1-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Jinmi Kkotgetang is a kkotge tang (spicy blue crab stew) specialty restaurant located near Yeosu City Hall. Known for its spicy soup base made with soybean paste, the soup is simmered with fresh blue crabs and octopus, enticing both locals and tourists alike. The blue crabs, caught from the waters of Yeosu, are known for their plump and firm texture, packed with flavor.

Museulmokhaebyeon Beach (무슬목 해변)

Museulmokhaebyeon Beach (무슬목 해변)

8.2Km    2023-10-24

2876, Dolsan-ro, Dolsan-eup, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Museulmokhaebyeon Beach is not only a site of great victory achieved by Admiral Yi Sun-sin but also a tranquil beach with a beautiful seaside pine forest, which makes it ideal as a place to take a leisurely walk in. This pebble beach is also a part of the Namdo Seaside Trail and Yeosu Gaetga-gil Trail Course 2. When the tides recede, a white sand beach is revealed, showing a different side to this magical beach. Museulmokhaebyeon Beach is a beloved sunrise spot that draws a large crowd on the first day of the year, while photographers flock to the beach throughout the four seasons to capture the beautiful view. You can see the sculptures inspired by Yeosu seas within the pine forest, walk leisurely along the horizon, and enjoy the scenery of the wide sea dotted by islands. One can also find the Jeollanam-do Maritime & Fisheries Science Museum at the entrance to the beach, so there’s plenty of things to do in the surrounding areas as well.

Dongdonghae (동동해)

Dongdonghae (동동해)

8.2Km    2021-03-22

486, Soho-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-682-2230

It’s a place where you can eat while watching the ocean view. This restaurant's signature menu is cockle bibimbap. This seafood restaurant is located in Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do.

Yeosu Yeongchwisan Mountain (영취산 (여수))

Yeosu Yeongchwisan Mountain (영취산 (여수))

8.7Km    2024-03-08

Sangam-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Yeongchwisan Mountain is not very tall, rising just 510 meters above sea level, but the mountain has long been deemed as a spiritual guardian of the Yeosu peninsula. During the old days, people held rituals for rain or offered wishful prayers here. Geumseongdae and Dosolam Hermitage are two Buddhist places of worship on the mountain.

As Yeongchwisan Mountain is not very tall, taking any hiking course will lead hikers to the peak within about four hours. The mountain is a perfect place for family travelers to go hiking. Yeongchwisan Mountain is also widely known as the first place in Korea where azaleas begin to bloom in the spring, and is one of the top three most famous places in Korea for azalea blossoms. In April each year, the azalea festival is held in the mountain. The festival offers a variety of programs including a ritual for the god of the mountain, a writing contest for students, a photo contest, and Miss Azalea beauty pageant. During the festival, visitors can enjoy various events and local foods.

Heungguksa Temple (Yeosu) (흥국사 (여수))

8.7Km    2021-11-05

160, Heungguksa-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-685-5633

The name of Heungguksa Temple means “if the country prospers, the temple does well.” The temple was established to pray for the country to flourish. Located on Yeongchwisan Mountain, Heunaguksa was founded by Bojo Guksa in 1195.

Within the compound are other buildings including Wontongjeon, Palsangjeon and Daeungjeon (Main Hall). The temple’s main hall, a Treasure, is open in its structure and equipped with traditional Korean doors. A Buddhist painting named Hubultaenghwa is designated as a Treasure. At the entrance to the temple is a rainbow-shaped stone bridge called Honggyo Bridge,a Treasure, which is widely known as a distinguished work of art.

On Yeongchwisan Mountain, azaleas begin to bloom in early April and completely take over the mountain by the end of the month. Azalea blossoms create an extravagant view along the ridgeline of Yeongchwibong Peak (439 meters above sea level) and Jillyebong Peak (510 meters above sea level). During this period, the Mount Yeongchwisan Azalea Festival takes place.