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Jangyu Daecheonggyegok Valley (장유대청계곡)

Jangyu Daecheonggyegok Valley (장유대청계곡)

9.1Km    2022-08-12

Wolsan-ro, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-350-1931

The 6-kilometer-long Jangyu Daecheonggyegok Valley is located at the foot of Bulmosan Mountain, where the water flowing into the valley divides into two principal streams. Lush trees and clean water make up the area’s beautiful natural landscape. A 30-minute hike along the valley will take hikers to Jangyuam Hermitage where they will find the stupa of Jangyuhwasang, who is said to have spread Buddhism for the first time in Korea.

Visitors flock to Jangyu Daecheonggyegok Valley not only to enjoy the scenery, but also to taste the delicious duck, chicken, and baeksuk (chicken soup with rice) dishes sold around the area. In 1984, the valley was integrated into Jangyupokpo Recreational Park where bridges were built and water supply facilities were placed at two locations. Sangjeolgyo Bridge at the entrance to the valley is 30 meters, while Bonpogyo Bridge is 4 meters. A 1,720 meter-long forest trail was also created. The rugged mountain terrain offers a challenging, yet highly interesting climb up the mountain.

Masan Agujjim Street (마산 오동동 아구찜거리)

Masan Agujjim Street (마산 오동동 아구찜거리)

9.4Km    2021-01-25

20, Agujjim-gil, Masanhappo-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-225-3691

Masan, located on the southern coast of Gyeongsangnam-do, is famous for agu jjim (steamed monkfish). The dish is both spicy and refreshing, pairing the sweet and mild monkfish with strong and spicy broth. Monkfish is known to be full of vitamin A, making it good for the skin, and low in fat. The vegetables mixed into the broth contain vitamin C, making this spicy dish a very nutritious meal.

Masan Fish Market (마산어시장)

Masan Fish Market (마산어시장)

9.4Km    2024-10-31

126-1 Susan 1-gil, Masanhappo-gu, Changwon, Gyeongsangnam-do

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The market where Serae and Haejun reunite with their respective partners. For over 250 years, this lively market has sold seasonal fish and various seafood. Walking through the market, you can imagine the two talking with just glances.

Core Bakery (코아양과)

Core Bakery (코아양과)

9.6Km    2024-02-28

28 Buljonggeori-ro, Masanhappo-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Core Bakery, a well-loved bakery in Masan, has earned fame for its delectable castella. The highlight of their offerings is the honey castella, expertly baked in a traditional cypress wood frame, resulting in a moist and indulgent treat. Complementing their signature cakes is a popular milk shake that harmonizes perfectly with their baked goods. Crafted from the bakery's unique blend of powder, this milkshake is celebrated for its clean and refreshing taste.

Changwon Sangsang-gil Road (상상길 (창원))

9.6Km    2021-01-19

Masanhappo-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-289-8815

Sangsang-gil Road was created to show the beauty of Korea as imagined by the world. The title of the 150-meter-long road from Buljonggeori Road to Burim Market was given in 2015 after a global internet campaign by Korea Tourism Organization. The road is paved with 23,000 blocks engraved with the names of foreigners in five different colors that represent Korea. The road is also a famous date course with many popular restaurants along the road.

Bokhee Snack House (창동복희집)

9.7Km    2024-03-27

21-1 Dongseobuk 14-gil, Masanhappo-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Bokhee Snack House is a Korean restaurant located near the Odongdong Culture Square in Changwon. Its star menu item is the jeontong danpatjuk (sweet red bean porridge), meticulously crafted from boiled red beans and sugar. Renowned for its dedication to handmade red bean dishes, the restaurant also presents a diverse array of Korea's all-time favorite snacks like gimbap and tteokbokki. Its popularity has surged after being featured on TV programs, attracting many visitors.

Chang-dong Art Village (창동예술촌)

Chang-dong Art Village (창동예술촌)

9.7Km    2024-02-07

24 Odongseo 6-gil, Masanhappo-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-222-2155

Chang-dong Art Village is an urban regeneration initiative aimed at revitalizing the once-thriving commercial heart of old Masan’s downtown area (Chang-dong/Odong-dong area). The village showcases a myriad of attractions segmented under three themes: Moonshin Art Alley, Masan Art Trace Alley, and E'cole de Chang-dong Alley. These alleys resonate with the memories and nostalgia of Masan, which stood as a cultural and artistic hub in the 1950s and 1960s. Serving as a confluence for art and artists, and the village currently houses around 50 residential facilities and runs experiential workshops in 12 of them, offering visitors a chance for hands-on learning.

Junam Eco-Learning Center (주남저수지 생태학습관)

Junam Eco-Learning Center (주남저수지 생태학습관)

9.8Km    2021-07-21

32, Junam-ro 101beon-gil, Uichang-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-225-3499

The Junam Eco-Learning Center consists of exhibition galleries, a main hall, and local produce store. Opened in 2004, the center introduces the birds, plants, and insects that are living in and around Junam Reservoir through framed and stuffed samples. In the theater, visitors can watch a video showing the intricate connection between humans and the birds of Junam. The monitors hanging on the outer walls of the galleries show the birds’ flying technique and their ecology. After exploring the center, visitors can take a free bicycle ride to the wetlands to observe the reservoir and migratory birds.

Baekjeryeong Samgyetang (백제령삼계탕)

Baekjeryeong Samgyetang (백제령삼계탕)

9.8Km    2019-04-23

383-4, 3·15-Daero, Masanhappo-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-248-8800

The restaurant has been specializing in samgyetang (steamed chicken with rice and ginseng stuffing) since 1982. It’s inside a traditional Korean house with a well-landscaped garden in a cozy atmosphere.

Gagopa Kkoburang-gil Mural Village (가고파 꼬부랑길 벽화마을)

Gagopa Kkoburang-gil Mural Village (가고파 꼬부랑길 벽화마을)

10.2Km    2020-06-02

15-8, Seonghoseo 7-gil, Masanhappo-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-220-5690

Masan is made more beautiful by Gagopa Kkoburang-gil Mural Village, a local renovation effort made by Gyeongnam Bank. The village is one of the top photo zones. Walking through the village from Chang-dong, past Burim Market, and on to Seongho-dong mountain neighborhood, the colorful murals will bright every step of the way.