Jodo Island (조도)

11.4 Km 4281 2024-02-23

5-10 Jodo-gil, Mijo-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Jodo Island, located just off the coast of Mijo Port, is renowned as Saeseom Island (Bird Island) due to its distinctive bird-like shape when viewed from above. From a distance, it appears as two distinct islands; the larger one, home to the village, is known as Keunseom Island, while the smaller is called Jodo Island. A trail connecting the two islands offers an opportunity to marvel at an array of uniquely shaped rock formations.

Nodo Island (Kim Manjung Historic Site) (노도(김만중유허지))

11.8 Km 29517 2024-02-23

1-1 Nodo-gil, Sangju-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Nodo Island, where Kim Manjung, a scholar-official during the Joseon dynasty, spent three years in exile amid factional conflicts, preserves the remnants of his thatched house, a memorial stone, and a well. The island stands as a testament to its historical significance. Named "Nodo" for its historical association with the production of numerous oars, it is also known as Satgatseom Island, named for its resemblance to a Satgat. Blending captivating natural scenery with Kim Manjung's literary legacy, the island features the Seopo Literature Museum, a Folk Museum, and an Ecological Pond.

Hallyeohaesang National Park (Sacheon District) (한려해상국립공원(사천))

12.2 Km 23056 2021-01-19

Neukdo-dong, Sacheon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-860-5800

Hallyeohaesang National Park is a national marine park that encompasses the most beautiful stretch of Korea’s south coast, covering parts of Sacheon, Geoje, Tongyeong, Hadong, Namhae and Yeosu. The total area of the park is 535.676 ㎢, of which 76% consists of ocean water. Not only does the park offer a outstanding view of mountains and the ocean, but it also serves as an educational site in reference to the Imjin War and the feats of Admiral Yi Sun-sin.

Namhae Beach Hotel [Korea Quality]남해비치호텔[한국관광 품질인증]

12.3 Km 7425 2023-05-23

575-13, Namseo-daero, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-862-8880

Namhae Beach Hotel stands in a refreshing spot at the foot of Geumsan Mountain in Namhae, Gyeongsangnam-do, with an open coastal view in front and a pine forest alongside. Rooms can be either ondol-style, Western-style, or loft-type. There is a public swimming pool outside, where guests can relax and enjoy water play in summer. Nearby tourist attractions include Namhae German Village, Boriam Hermitage, and Daraengi Village.

Samcheonpodaegyo Park (삼천포대교공원)

14.8 Km 1244 2020-05-26

17, Sacheon-daero, Sacheon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-831-2415

Samcheonpodaegyo Park is located near the landmark of Namhae, Samcheonpodaegyo Bridge, which connects Sacheon-si to nearby island.

Sacheon Eye (사천아이)

14.9 Km 0 2024-02-23

18 Sacheon-daero, Sacheon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Sacheon Eye, the only ferris wheel in Sacheon, is located at Aramaru, a comprehensive tourist destination that includes a cable car, an aquarium, and a zoo. Rising to 72 meters above sea level, it offers a sweeping panorama of the Namhae Coastal Hallyeosudo. The ferris wheel's roughly ten-minute ride, equipped with air conditioning, provides a cool and comfortable experience. This allows visitors to enjoy the stunning sea views comfortably, even in the summer months.

Namildae Beach (남일대해수욕장)

15.0 Km 21529 2022-10-13

55, Namildae-gil, Sacheon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-832-9610

Located in Sacheon and home to the huge Elephant Rock that resembles an elephant drinking water, Namildae Beach is a popular vacation spot all year round thanks to its clean water and soft sand. The thick surrounding forests and Jinneol Observation Deck, as well as many fishing spots, add to its popularity. During the summer season, there is a singing competition and film festival. Vacationers can also visit Changseon-Samcheonpo Bridge, the biggest bridge in Asia, and see Hallyeohaesang National Park on a ferry cruise.

Gacheon Daraengi Village (가천 다랭이마을)

15.1 Km 36842 2021-09-06

21, Nammyeon-ro 679beon-gil, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-863-3427

Daraengi Village in Namhae is famous for terraced rice paddies on a steep hill on the outskirts of Seolheulsan Mountain. The picturesque rice paddies make up 108 steps (consisting of stones and soil) and are great for taking photographs. Located in the south, the village is balmy in winter, and spring greens such as mugwort and spinach sprout before any other place in Korea. Environment-friendly agriculture flourishes because the sea breeze prevents insect pests.

This land of friendly people and fertile soil is home to Daraengi Rice Paddy Festival every spring. The festival offers a slew of interesting programs allowing visitors to experience traditional farming and learn the culture and customs of Daraengi Village.

Goseong Dinosaur Museum (고성공룡박물관)

15.5 Km 41376 2024-03-05

618 Jaranman-ro, Hai-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Goseong Dinosaur Museum is located in the Sangjogam Park, which is renowned as the world's largest dinosaur footprint fossil site. Sangjogam is where the first dinosaur footprints were discovered in South Korea. The museum features five exhibition halls and a theater. Visitors can see genuine egg fossils of Oviraptor and Protoceratops, as well as dinosaur models. The museum is connected to the Sangjogam Beach, where dinosaur footprints are preserved.

Fossil Dinosaur and Bird Footprints of Goseong (고성 덕명리 공룡과 새발자국 화석 산지)

15.9 Km 8782 2022-09-08

65, Deongmyeong 5-gil, Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-670-2231

The ancient fossil site at Deokmyeong-ri, Goseong-gun, is one of the largest Cretaceous dinosaur fossils sites in the world. It is the home of a vast amount of footprints from a variety of ancient species, as well as the largest Mesozoic bird footprint found to date. The formations from many different prehistoric eras make it a precious site for academic research on the life patterns of dinosaurs, the ancient natural environment and formations, the distribution of sea and land, and the evolution of bird species. It is also a great tourist attraction that offers magnificent scenery, including a coastline dotted with beautiful Hallyeosudo islets, unique rock formations and cliffs, and sea caves.

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