W Pension [Korea Quality]더블유펜션[한국관광 품질인증]

12.1Km 2023-12-07

27-66 , Yonghwa-gil, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-574-4343

W Pension overlooks Yonghwa Beach in Samcheok, Gangwon-do, and offers a choice of 6 suites and 9 deluxe rooms. Rooms are light and clean, and have an ocean view; the beach is just a 2-minute walk away. There’s a communal barbecue area on the first floor, and a large visitors’ parking lot. Nearby tourist attractions include Samcheok Ocean Rail Bike, Samcheok Marine Cable Car, and Yonggul Chotdaebawi Rock.

Chuam Suspension Bridge (추암 출렁다리)

12.2Km 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.

Yonghwa Beach (용화해변)

12.2Km 2022-08-22

Yonghwa-ri, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-570-3843

Reaching only 1 kilometer in length and located 24 kilometers away from downtown Samcheok-si, Yonghwa Beach offers a serene atmosphere. In addition to Yonghwacheon Stream that runs out through the beach and a lush pine forest to its back, the beach boasts a scenic view with a half-moon shaped shoreline and unique rock formations on both sides. The beach is mostly visited by those looking forward to a quiet vacation by a fishing village and families with children who prefer shallow water.

Chuam Chotdaebawi Rock (추암 촛대바위)

12.3Km 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)

12.3Km 2025-01-16

26 Chotdaebawi-gil, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do

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.

Janghohang Port (장호항)

13.2Km 2022-12-28

103, Janghohang-gil, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-572-3011

Janghohang Port is a short distance out of downtown Samcheok. The port is famous for its round beach line and white sand shore and is known as the “Naples of Korea.” From the beach, Janghohang Port offers excellent views of unique rock formations in the sea. The beach at Janghohang Port is small but charming, and has a tranquil atmosphere unlike the bigger beaches.

Negaissneun Bada (네가있는바다)

14.1Km 2024-11-06

49-75 Gallam-gil Wondeok-eup, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do

It is an ocean-view cafe with a beautiful view of Gallam Port and the clean sea of Samcheok. There are terrace seats facing the sea and plenty of rooftop seats. There are also several windows inside, so it is enough to enjoy a picture-like view of the sea from anywhere. Among the various bakery menus, Green Onion Scones and Mugwort Financier are popular because they are unique and delicious. If you go late, they tend to run out. The drinks are tasty as well as pretty, which is perfect for taking Instagram photos.

Gangwon Comprehensive Museum (강원종합박물관)

14.1Km 2024-02-16

3016 Gangwonnambu-ro, Singi-myeon, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do

Gangwon Comprehensive Museum boasts a collection of over 20,000 artifacts from various global cultures, encompassing fields like natural history, ceramics, metalwork, folklore, religion, woodwork, and stonework. Its mission is to collect and preserve these artifacts to enhance humanity's understanding of the environment they inhabit. The museum's building draws inspiration from historic East Asian architecture, adding to its cultural richness. Located in an inland area of Samcheok, the museum is about 25 kilometers from KTX Donghae Station, making it a 25-minute car journey away.

Mangyeongdae Pavilion (만경대)

14.3Km 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.

Samcheok Yeonggyeongmyo Royal Tomb (삼척 영경묘)

14.3Km 2022-09-15

Miro-myeon, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-570-3722

Yeonggyeongmyo Royal Tomb is the grave of the mother of King Mokjo and the 5th great-grandmother of King Taejo of the Joseon dynasty. During the 3rd year of King Gojong’s reign (1899), the grave as well as memorial monuments were built together with Jungyeongmyo, a grave for the 5th great-grandfather of King Taejo. Surrounded by a rich forest, it has a beautiful view. Every April 20th, an ancestral ritual is held by the Lee family (from Jeonju).

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