Maesa Old house (고성 최필간고택)

14.9M 2024-12-19

55 , Hakdongdoldam-gil, Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-10-3824-4274

Choi Pilgan Old House in Hakdong Village, Goseong, is a Gyeongsangnam-do cultural asset and has been in the Jeonju Choi family for 11 generations - that’s 200 years! The house has a high stone wall, and beyond the gate house stand an anchae, a sarangchae and two other buildings, with the men's and women's spaces separated by an inner gate as per tradition. A leisurely walk round the house’s time-drenched perimeter wall is highly recommended.

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

5.8Km 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.

Goseong Dinosaur Museum (고성공룡박물관)

6.2Km 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.

Namildae Beach (남일대해수욕장)

9.0Km 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.

Prince Hotel (프린스호텔)

12.6Km 2024-08-01

2463-21 , Namhaean-daero, Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-673-7477, +82-10-6382-7479

The Prince Hotel, on Namhaean-daero in Goseong, Jeollanam-do, has free Wi-Fi and IPTV installed in all rooms. A simple breakfast, self-service laundry, barbecue facilities, and a golf driving range are all provided, and a large parking lot is available for residents.

Sacheon Eye (사천아이)

12.6Km 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.

Jeodo Island (저도(딱섬))

14.5Km 2022-12-29

17-11, Jeodo-gil, Sacheon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-835-1023

Jeodo Island derives its name from the abundance of paper mulberry (a fiber crop largely used for papermaking) growing on the island. The letter "jeo" refers to paper mulberry, while "-do" refers to island.

On Jeodo Island, one can get a glimpse of what daily life in a small fishing village is like. The island can also be seen just behind the bamboo weirs from Siran Dock. The view is a combination of a lighthouse, fishing site, lush meadows, and lodgings with the ocean in the background. Fishing using bamboo weirs is a rare sight to see in Korea, and can only be found on the southern coast.

Tongyeong Dongbaek Coffee Garden (통영동백커피식물원)

14.6Km 2025-02-04

2068-87 Namhaean-daero, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Tongyeong Dongbaek Coffee Garden blends camellias with patterns and coffee tree forests, allowing visitors to enjoy viewing a variety of plants while sipping coffee or other drinks. The greenhouse features tropical and subtropical plants, such as bananas and pineapples, along with pines and flowering plants. Visitors can order drinks at the café and relax in seats scattered throughout the garden while enjoying views of the plants. The waterway inside the garden is home to Chinese sturgeon, and the plants grown here are also available for purchase.

Yeonhwasan Provincial Park (연화산도립공원)

16.3Km 2022-08-03

544, Yeonhwasan 1-ro, Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-673-4101

Yeonhwasan Mountain, located in Goseong, Gyeongsangnam-do, is just 524 meters tall, encompasses the three peaks of Ongnyeobong, Seondobong and Mangseonbong, and is widely recognized as an important provincial park. Its northern side is dotted with Buddhist temples such as the historical Okcheonsa Temple, Baengnyeonam Hermitage, Cheongyeonam Hermitage and Yeondaeam Hermitage. Although Yeonhwasan Mountain is called a "mountain," the gentle slopes and ridges are more similar to those of a hill. Unlike other mountains where the purpose lies in trekking and climbing to the mountain summit, the most fruitful experience one can get from exploring Yeonhwasan Mountain is a visit to Okcheonsa Temple. From the summit of the mountain, visitors will be able to see Okcheonsa Temple nestled in the mountain and the deep blue sea along Danghangpo Resort to the mountain's south.

KAI Aerospace Museum (사천 항공우주박물관)

17.8Km 2024-02-23

78 Gongdan 1-ro, Sanam-myeon, Sacheon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

KAI Aerospace Museum is dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of materials related to Korea's aerospace science. Its establishment aims to cultivate a proper historical perspective on national security while showcasing the technology and vision of the cutting-edge aerospace industry. Key facilities within the museum include the Freedom Hall, Aerospace Hall, Aviation Industry Hall, and an Outdoor Exhibition Hall. These exhibits not only provide valuable insights into the history of the aviation industry but also offer a glimpse into the future of the space industry.

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