Ganwolsan Mountain (간월산)

7.3 Km 14639 2021-06-30

614, Ganwolsan-gil, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-277-0101

Ganwolsan Mountain is a popular destination for hikers in the Ulsan and Busan area as well as other regions of Gyeongsangnam-do. In early August, the reeds and lilies near the summit create a splendid view. To the west, the deep Naerijeong and Wangbonggol Valleys channel clean water to Baenaegol Pass.

From the Ganwolgogae Pass, hikers can follow the Singal Path to Wanbonggol Pass towards Paraeso Falls. There, visitors will find a cave called Jungnimgul, which is sacred Catholic ground often visited by the Catholic faithful. The first church built by Catholics in the Yeongnam region to escape persecution is found in Buldanggol Pass in Ganwolsan Mountain area. The tomb of Kim Agatha who died in persecution is also in the Ganwolgol Valley.

Eoreumgol Hanok Pension [Korea Quality] / 얼음골 한옥펜션&캠핑장 [한국관광 품질인증]

7.5 Km 10913 2022-04-05

11-12, Hayangjian-gil, Sannae-myeon, Miryang-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-10-7100-6203

Surrounded by the beautiful natural environment between Gajisan Provincial Park and Unmunsan Mountain National Park, Eoreumgol Hanok Pension is a traditional hanok pension that offers three guest rooms. The area around Sannae-myeon, Miryang-si where Eoleumgol Hanok Pension is located is over 1,000 meters above sea level, which is why it gained the nickname of "Yeongnam Alps." Eoreumgol Hanok Pension is also located 400 meters above sea level. In the open front yard, you can see a magnificent view of wavy mountain ridges. There are three guest rooms available. One guest house can accommodate up to six guests. The pension was constructed according to the traditional hanok architectural method. The walls are coated with red clay, and hemp cloth mixed with red clay and charcoal powder is put on the ground. From the window bars to doors and rafters, the beauty and charm of hanok is visible everywhere. You can feel healing simply by staying inside the rooms. Although the pension is comprised of hanok houses, it is equipped with modern kitchens and bathrooms for convenience. There is an outdoor swimming pool in front of the front yard. The pension had a separate outdoor barbecue area and you can enjoy traditional games like trundling along a loop, jegi-chagi (hacky sack), and tuho (arrow-throwing). A nearby orchard offers an apple picking program in the harvest season, and the chestnut picking event that takes place in the 16,000+ m2 chestnut forest beyond the pension is open for all guests for free. Eoreumgol Hanok Pension also operates an outdoor camping site.

Unmunsa Temple (운문사)

7.8 Km 17414 2021-07-21

264, Unmunsa-gil, Unmun-myeon, Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-372-8800

Unmunsa Temple in Cheongdo, Gyeongsangbuk-do belongs to Cheongdo-gun in terms of administrative district. However, it is actually more closely connected to Daegu in terms of traffic and lifestyle. Unmunsa Temple was built in 560 during the Silla period. This ancient temple features seven treasured artifacts including the Weeping Pine Tree (Natural Monument No. 180) and stone lantern. There are four small hermitages (Sariam, Naewonam, Bukdaeam and Cheongsinam) around the temple. Moreover, the surrounding forest of pine and fir trees only enhances the temple’s beauty.

Unmunsa is the largest Buddhist nunnery in Korea, maintaining a capacity of roughly 260 bhikkhunis, or Buddhist nuns, who practice Buddhism in a four-year term. But, thanks to its magnificence and lush forest, Unmunsan Mountain, located on the southernmost part of Taebaek Mountain range, has become a favorite spot for many tourists.

Yeongnam Alps (영남 알프스)

7.8 Km 2156 2023-07-17

103-8 Alpeuseuoncheon 5-gil, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

Yeongnam Alps is formed by mountains with an elevation of over 1,000 meters centered on Gajisan Mountain, which spans Ulsan, Miryang, Yangsan, Cheongdo and Gyeongju, boasting beautiful terrains and landscape. Its name originated from how it is comparable to the beauty and grandeur of the Alps in Europe.

The total area of Yeongnam Alps is around 255 ㎢, and it is a mountain tourist attraction connected by nine mountains including Sinbulsan, one of the 100 greatest mountains of Korea. Though its beauty is famous regardless of the season, it is completely covered with silver grass every fall to boast a fantastic view, attracting countless hikers from all over the country.

Gorgeous nature is not the only aspect luring people to Yeongnam Alps; there are also many things to enjoy, from mountain biking (MTB), that fearlessly runs through the mountain trails, valleys, gravel roads and bushes to paragliding by which you get a complete panoramic view of the Yeongnam Alps. The region currently looks to establish the Sky Silver Grass Trail, which aims to utilize existing trails to the greatest extent possible, and to restore silver grass colonies, and it also hosts low-carbon sports events such as the Yeongnam Alps Marathon and MTB Challenge Competition.

Yeongnam Alps Complex Welcome Center (영남알프스 복합웰컴센터)

7.8 Km 0 2024-01-10

103-8 Alpeuseuoncheon 5-gil, Sangbuk-myeon, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

Yeongnam Alps is the common name for seven mountains over 1,000 meters above sea level located in Sangbuk-myeon, Ulju-gun, Ulsan; Sinnae-myeon, Miryang-si, Gyeongsangnam-do; and Unmun-myeon, Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do. It was named “Yeongnam Alps” because it is as beautiful as the Alps in Europe. The Yeongnam Alps Complex Welcome Center is the starting point of a trip to the Yeongnam Alps and a complex cultural space. In addition to beautiful natural scenery, it has various facilities such as the Alps Cinema, Bungaeman Center, Climbing Center, and Culture Center, providing many things to see and enjoy for tourists. A 3-5 minute walk away is Sinbulsan Hongyupokpo Falls so that you can enjoy the coolness of its beautiful clear water.

Deungeok Hot Springs (등억온천단지)

8.2 Km 15062 2020-03-19

197, Alpeuseuoncheon-ro, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-277-0101

Situated on the outskirts of Sinbulsan Mountain (part of the Yeongnam mountain range, in southeastern Korea), Deungeok Hot Springs (72,727m²) is a sprawling geothermal site which includes the Sinbulsan, Eonyang, and Gajisan Hot Springs. Nearby to the Sinbulsan, Gajisan, and Ganwolsan Mountains of the Yeongnam mountain range, the complex is ideal for visitors seeking rest and relaxation after their hiking adventures.

The water found in the area contains high concentrations of sodium bicarbonate (substance similar to baking soda), which is believed to be a remedy for dermatitis, indigestion, bronchitis, high blood pressure, and many other ailments. Nearby attractions include Amethyst Cavern Park, Dokkaebi Road, Jakcheonjeong, Ganwol Natural Recreation Forest, and Seongnamsa Temple.

Paraesopokpo Falls (파래소폭포)

8.7 Km 24333 2021-06-16

200-78, Eoksaebeol-gil, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-254-2123

Paraesopokpo Falls is located in Baenaegol Valley, connected to the foothills of Ganwolsan and Sinbulsan Mountains. The falls and surrounding valley are a popular attraction during the summer among vacationers and hikers eager to escape from the summer heat. The falls' water flows into Baenaecheon Stream, which later merges with the Nakdonggang River.

Seokgolsa Temple (석골사)

9.4 Km 20567 2024-02-23

167 Wonseo 3-gil, Sannae-myeon, Miryang-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Seokgolsa Temple, located on Unmunsan Mountain in Miryang, is surrounded by a series of peaks including Unmunsan Mountain to the north, Gajisan Mountain to the east, and Eoksan Mountain to the west. The temple is set in a picturesque landscape, adorned with unique rock cliffs and deep valleys. Below Seokgolsa Temple, the perennial Seokgolsapokpo Falls and valley captivate visitors with their continuous flow of water, attracting a steady stream of tourists and hikers throughout the year.

Jogeummaru (조금마루)

9.8 Km 12 2024-02-20

9 Seosangpyeonggangbyeon-gil, Samnam-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

Jogeummaru is a duck specialty restaurant that exclusively utilizes domestically-raised ducks in its culinary creations. The ducks are raised with sulfur, contributing to a clean and rich flavor profile, free from undesirable odors. The signature menu features ori yangnyeom bulgogi (duck bulgogi), ori tang (duck soup), and ori sutbul gui (charcoal-grilled duck). Ori yangnyeom bulgogi entails duck marinated in a spicy seasoning, grilled on a pan with added chives. Ori tang is a meticulously prepared broth cooked for 12 hours, incorporating various vegetables. Additionally, eomnamu ori baeksuk (whole duck soup with castor aralia) offers a unique dish where duck is boiled with medicinal herbs.

Amethyst Cavern Park (자수정동굴나라)

9.8 Km 105568 2022-09-06

212, Jasujeong-ro, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-254-1515

Amethyst Cavern Park is the largest man-made cave tourist attraction in Korea, where one of the five jewels of the World, amethyst, was mined. Connected like a labyrinth, the cave is 2.5 kilometers long and fills an area of approximately 15,000 square meters. The average temperature is between 12 and 16 degrees Celsius year round. Visitors can take either the walking tour that goes through a different themed halls or take a boat ride through the cave river. On the second floor of the cave, visitors can see Jurassic World filled with different dinosaurs and character lamps.

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