Yeojwacheon Stream (여좌천-벚꽃명소)

0m 75223 2022-10-26

16 , Yeojwacheon-ro, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-548-4508

The area around Yeojwacheon Stream is well known as one of Jinhae’s best spots for viewing cherry blossoms. It is also the location of the bridge where the two leading characters, Gwanu and Chaewon of "Romance (2002)," MBC’s TV series, first met as tourists who came to Jinhae to enjoy Jinhae Gunhangje Festival. After the episode was aired, the bridge instantly became popular and widely known as the Romance Bridge. Each April, the entire city of Jinhae is filled with cherry blossoms, but the Yeojwacheon Stream area has the most beautiful cherry blossoms which makes it a prime tourist attraction.

Jinhae NFRDI Environment Eco-Park (진해내수면 환경생태공원)

118.30251677004516m 20033 2020-06-09

65, Yeomyeong-ro 71beon-gil, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-548-2766

Jinhae NFRDI Environment Eco-Park (Inland Water Eco Park) is located nearby the Nambu Inland Water Research Center with an area of 83,897㎡ which serves as a habitat to diverse organisms. This environmentally friendly park boasts a splendid natural landscape with over 65 different species of trees (sheepberry, willow, boxwood, cherry blossom trees, etc.) and abundant flowers (golden reed, hosta, water canna, irises, etc.). The park is open to the public and is a favorite retreat for residents of the area.

Jangboksan Sculpture Park (장복산조각공원)

1.1 Km 27866 2022-08-30

56-42, Jangboksan-gil, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-225-7024

Jangboksan Sculpture Park stands as the unofficial gateway to Jinhae at the end of Jangbok-ro Road between Masan and Jinhae. Built in 1979 in the wake of a mountain landslide, the park offers a panoramic view of Jinhae and its quiet waters. In spring, more than ten thousand cherry trees interspersed throughout the pines come to full bloom, permeating the air with their sweet fragrance.

Nearby attractions include Daegwangsa and Jinheungsa Temples, the Citizens’ Hall, the Gyeongnam Literary Hall, and Jinhae Park Land, located halfway up Jangboksan Mountain. To visit these attractions and explore the beauty of the forest, simply follow the walking trail from Jinhae Girls’ High School to the park (1.5 kilometers) and continue walking along the path from the Jangboksan Rest Area to Gumajin Tunnel (1 kilometer).

Anmingogae Hill (안민고개)

1.5 Km 30804 2021-01-29

Areas of Jangboksan Mountain, Anmin-dong, Seongsan-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-225-3691

Anmingogae Hill is a 9-kilometer-long hill that stretches from Taebaek-dong in Jinhae to Anmin-dong in Changwon. Cherry blossom trees line both sides for 6 kilometers of the 9-kilometer road, making up the famous inhae Cherry Blossom Tunnel. The hill is also known for its view of Jinhaeman Bay, Ungsan Mountain, Sirubong Peak and Cheonjabong Peak. The hill is dotted with benches placed about 100 meters apart, offering visitors a seat to catch their breath while enjoying the view and cherry blossom trees.

Also of note is Anmin Saengtaegyo Bridge (Anmin Ecology Bridge), which was built as a passageway for wild animals to travel between Jangboksan and Ungsan mountains after the mountains were divided by the Anmin Tourism Road running between Jinhae and Changwon.

Hotel 38.5 Jinhae [Korea Quality] / 호텔38.5도씨[한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

1.6 Km 784 2021-05-04

15, Chungjang-ro 82 beon-gil, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-552-0385

Located about a kilometer away from Jinhae Intercity Bus Terminal, Hotel 38.5 is a popular travel accommodation with comfortable facilities and affordable prices. It is only 5–10 min away from Yeojwacheon Stream and Gyeonghwa Station Cherry Blossom Road, which draws large crowds to the hotel every spring (as of March 2020, cherry blossom festivals in Jinhae are closed because of the COVID-19 pandemic). Jinhae Modern History Theme Street and Jinhae Jungang Market are located 500 m away, following a route that takes visitors along the city. There are 41 rooms in total that come in 4 room types, namely Standard, Premium, VIP38.5, and VVIP SKY. Rooms are designed with quirky features like bricks and vibrant wallflowers and furnished with tea tables, chairs, electric kettles, refrigerators, hangers, and bathtubs. The VIP38.5 room has separate showers and bathrooms, making it more convenient for group travelers. Meanwhile, the VVIP SKY room boasts a queen bed, a single bed, and a sofa that are ideal for families. Hotel 38.5’s strength is its dedication to barrier-free travel with its wide, unobstructed rooms, elevators, and guiding blocks. Guests can also contact the hotel in advance for wheelchair rental. Other on-site facilities include a seminar room, cafeteria, and shared PC and printers for business clients. Guests can also purchase a breakfast package, which consists of soup, salad, toast, fruits, and breakfast cereals (breakfast services are currently suspended because of COVID-19 as of March 2020).

Jinhae Gunhangje Festival (진해군항제)

1.7 Km 286232 2024-03-05

Pyeongan-dong, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-546-4310

Jinhae Gunhangje Festival is held in the areas of Jungwon Rotary and downtown Jinhae to celebrate the lovely cherry blossoms. Varied programs including a pre-event, cultural performances, a military performance, and others will take place during the festival.

Jinhae Museum of Changwon City (창원시립진해박물관)

1.8 Km 22848 2024-02-28

52 Jungwondong-ro, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Jinhae Museum of Changwon City is situated on the first and second floors of Jinhaetap Tower within Jehwangsan Park in Changwon. The museum houses facilities like a History and Folk Library, showcasing a collection of over a hundred artifacts, an Exhibition Room, and an Observation Tower. Visitors have the opportunity to gain insights into the lifestyle of ancestors by delving into Jinhae's history and exploring the artifacts. The museum also offers video presentations that highlight the historical changes in the Jinhae area and its significant sites.

Jehwangsan Park (제황산공원)

1.9 Km 25373 2021-11-01

52, Jungwondong-ro, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-712-0442

Jehwangsan Park, located on Jehwangsan Mountain at the heart of Jinhae, is home to the nine-story Jinhae Tower. The tower, which symbolizes a Korean naval warship, stands at the top of a 365-step staircase and commands a splendid view of both the city and the coastline. On the first and second floors of the tower is the Jinhae City Museum, exhibiting folk models and relics excavated from Jinhae.

Jinhae is Korea’s representative naval port city and is rife with cultural relics related to Admiral Yi Sun-Sin (1545-1598), a Korean hero who led the nation to victory in naval battles against Japanese forces during the Imjin War (1592-1598). The city is also known as the venue of the famous Jinhae Gunhangje Festival, which is widely known as the nation’s largest cherry blossom festival.

Korea Naval Academy Museum (해군사관학교박물관)

2.3 Km 20360 2020-07-07

1, Jungwon-ro, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-549-1082

The Korean Naval Academy Museum was opened on January 17, 1976, on the 30th anniversary of the Korean Naval Academy. When it first opened, the museum consisted of only a small exhibition room, but later saw the addition of a life-sized, ironclad Geobukseon (turtle ship) on January 31, 1980. On February 23, 1981, an independent museum was built and on April 28, 1990, the museum was expanded to its current size.

Gyeonghwa Station Cherry Blossom Street (경화역 벚꽃길)

2.5 Km 71139 2024-02-27

649 Jinhae-daero, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Gyeonghwa Station Cherry Blossom Street, located in Jinhae, Changwon, is now a railway station where trains no longer stop, famous for its cherry blossoms in spring. Cherry trees line the railway, creating a spectacular cherry blossom road during springtime. The station operates a Jinhae Publicity Center, exhibiting trains that used to run on the tracks.

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