Bukpyeong Fifth-Day Market (북평민속오일장)

0m 31003 2021-07-22

Gumi-dong, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-522-1141

The Bukpyeong Fifth-Day Market takes place in Donghae, and is the largest fifth-day market in Gangwon. The market takes place on days ending in a 3 or an 8. The market began in 1796, and has grown to its current large size. Over 800 vendors sell everything from seafood to clothing and household goods. The market is just 1 kilometer away from Donghaehang Port, providing vendors with the freshest fish. Other local produce available here include mushrooms, foods made with buckwheat, and son kalguksu (house-made noodle soup).

Mangyeongdae Pavilion (만경대)

1.1 Km 7080 2020-04-03

Gongdan 4-ro, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-530-2800

Mangyeongdae Pavilion, located on the shore of the East Coast, one-kilometer east of Donghae City Hall, was built in 1613 while old Joseon was under the rule of King Gwanghaegun. However, the pavilion was destroyed by rainstorms and later rebuilt by the Samcheok Kim family some 60 years ago. While offering a spectacular view of sea to the east, the pavilion also offers a refreshing view of expansive pine forests to the north. If you look to the west, you will enjoy a magnificent view of Dutasan Mountain beyond the pavilion’s back lawn as well as the Jeoncheon Stream flowing into the East Sea alongside a steep cliff-wall. As only Jukseoru Pavilion of Samcheok matched its view, poets of former times are said to have frequented Mangyeongdae Pavilion.

Hotel East [Korea Quality] / 호텔이스트 (현 애슈리모텔) [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

2.2 Km 0 2020-12-24

5031-1, Donghae-daero, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do

Hotel East is a 2-star hotel located 10 mins from Donghae Port and Gamchu Beach by car. In addition, it is close to other famous tourist destinations such as Haesindang, Candlestick Rock, and Hwanseongul Cave, and is a great place for travelers who want cost-effectiveness with clean facilities and quiet surroundings at a reasonable price. The room consists of an ondol room, a standard room, a premium room, and a two-bed room. Ondol rooms are popular for its ample space and warm floors.

Donghae Port Crab King Festa (동해항 크랩킹 페스타)

2.6 Km 0 2024-04-15

Chuam-dong, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-532-1945

The Donghae Port Crab King Festa takes place annually in April or May near Donghae's major tourist attraction of Chuam Beach. The festival celebrates the fresh crabs and king crab that are harvested near Russia and enter Korea through Donghae Port.

Chuam Suspension Bridge (추암 출렁다리)

2.9 Km 14 2020-06-01

28, Chotdaebawi-gil, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-530-2801

Chuam Suspension Bridge is located near Chotdae Rock, famous as a sunrise spot. The 72 meters long suspension bridge is the first suspension bridge that crosses over the ocean in Korea.

Chuam Chotdaebawi Rock (추암 촛대바위)

3.0 Km 25868 2022-12-26

Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-530-2801

Chuam Chotdaebawi Rock in Donghae-si, Gangwon-do is one of Korea’s most famous tourist attractions. The beautifully formed rock towers high into the sky and resembles a candlestick, from which it gets its name. Chotdaebawi Rock and the nearby rock formations seem to change the shape they resemble along with the waves that crash against the rocks. The view of the sunrise from behind Chotdaebawi Rock is so popular that it attracts photographers and tourists nationwide.

* The Legend of Chotdaebawi Rock
Once upon a time, there was a man who lived in Chuam who had a concubine. His wife was jealous of the second wife and the conflict between the two women continually escalated. One day, god became enraged over their continual quarreling and threw lighting down from heaven, striking both women dead. The newly-made widower missed his wives so much that he remained frozen in his loneliness and eventually turned into a rock, which is now called Chotdaebawi Rock.

Chuam Beach (추암해변)

3.0 Km 21105 2022-08-03

26, Chotdaebawi-gil, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-539-8825

Chuam Beach is a white sandy beach with various unique rock formations. Even though the beach itself is small, there are plenty of things to see like beautiful sunsets, a suspension bridge over the ocean, and the famous Chotdaebawi Rock. The suspension bridge is a perfect photo spot with the East Sea in the backdrop. There is also Haeamjeong Pavilion, first built in 1361 and renovated in 1790. Chuam Sculpture Park at the end of the suspension bridge is also worth a visit.

Isabu Lion Park & Picture Book Land (이사부사자공원&그림책 나라)

3.0 Km 13740 2020-07-17

333, Surobuin-gil, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-570-4616

Isabu Lion Park & Picture Book Land is a family-friendly theme park that provides the beautiful ocean view of the East Sea up close. The park is open year round, serving as a perfect picnic park from spring to fall, while turning into a snowy fun park with a sledding hill in winter. The park also holds movie nights from time to time.

Jeungsan Beach (증산해변(증산 해수욕장))

3.1 Km 11757 2021-07-15

Jeungsan-dong, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-570-3843

A small and quiet beach, Jeungsan Beach is located four kilometers away from downtown Samcheok. With an average depth of one to two meters, it attracts many vacationers in the summer. The beach's close proximity to Chuam Beach allows visitors to take in the view of Chotdaebawi Rock as well as beautiful sunrise. In winter, flock of seagulls flying over the ocean is a sight to see.

Haegasa Site (Surobuin Park) (해가사의 터(수로부인공원))

3.3 Km 12694 2021-07-22

401, Surobuin-gil, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-570-3721

Haegasa is a site named after the tale of 'Haega' in "The Heritage of the Three States." While the original Haegasa is assumed to be on Wausan Mountain at the northern end of Samcheok Beach, it has been restored on Jeungsandong Beach against the backdrop of beautiful scenery. Located near Haegasa are Chuam Beach and Surobuin Park, which hosues a dragon ball, upon which people make their wishes.

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