Beopgwangsa Temple - Pohang (법광사 (포항)) - Area information

Beopgwangsa Temple - Pohang (법광사 (포항))

13.6Km 2020-03-25

290, Sangeup-gil, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-243-0178

Beopgwangsa Temple is located at the foot of Bihaksan Mountain in the city of Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do Province. It was originally built during the reign of King Jinpyeong (579-631) of the Silla Kingdom by Great Monk Wonhyo upon the order of the king.

The temple used to be large measuring 525 kan (kan is a traditional measurement of distance between two columns, about 1.8 meters), but most of its buildings burned down in a fire in 1863. The current buildings were rebuilt in 1952. The site of the old temple is designated as Historical Site no. 493. Some of the remaining relics are a three-story pagoda, Bulsangyeonhwadaejwa (Buddha on a lotus stand), and a twin Ssanggwibu (turtle-shaped stone base of a monument).

Gonnyunsan Mountain Paragliding Site (곤륜산 활공장)

14.6Km 2025-03-17

Heunghae-eup, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Gonnyunsan Mountain Paragliding Site is a trending location in Pohang, offering amazing views over the coastal region and ocean beyond.

Chilpo Beach (칠포해수욕장)

15.3Km 2024-02-13

Heunghae-eup, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Chilpo Beach is celebrated for its four kilometers of white sand and crystal-clear waters. The shallow waters near the beach, approximately one meter deep, are ideal for children, while further out, the depth reaches adult shoulder level, making it suitable for swimmers of all ages. Additionally, visitors can enjoy a scenic trek along the wooden deck at the beach's end, offering splendid views of the East Sea. Since 2007, the beach has become even more renowned for hosting the Chilpo Jazz Festival every September. This event presents a unique opportunity to experience live jazz music by the sea, adding a musical charm to the autumn ambiance.

Pohang Deokdong Culture Village (포항 덕동문화마을)

15.3Km 2024-02-13

210 Odeok-ri, Gibuk-myeon, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Pohang Deokdong Culture Village is a picturesque traditional village, renowned for its stunning natural beauty and impeccably preserved old houses. This village has its roots in the Imjin War era, when Jeong Munbu, a civil official of the Joseon dynasty, bestowed his wealth upon his grandson-in-law after returning to Jeonju at the war's conclusion. The village is home to significant cultural properties, including Aeeundang Old House and Saujeong Old House, Yonggyejeong Pavilion, and the Deokgyeseodang Village School. It also houses a Folk Museum, a repository of historical artifacts handed down through generations. The museum's collection includes items such as traditional banknotes, slave ownership papers, and gat (Korean traditional hats), offering a window into the rich cultural heritage and history of the village and its families.

Gabaewon (가배원)

15.3Km 2024-02-21

12-2 Deokdongmunhwa-gil, Gibuk-myeon, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Gabaewon is a café located in Deokdong Village, renowned for its exceptional omija cha (omija tea). This tea is crafted from handmade omija preserves, aged for five years, resulting in a rich and deep flavor. Additionally, the café features hongcha (black tea) made from leaves sourced from Yunnan, China, as well as saenggang cha (ginger tea). It's an ideal place to savor a cup of tea amidst the cool breeze and fresh air of the forest.

Pohang Traditional Culture Center (포항전통문화체험관)

15.4Km 2025-01-07

7 , Deokdongmunhwa-gil, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-280-9371~3

The Pohang Traditional Culture Experience Center is in a quiet village in Deok-dong, 40 minutes from downtown Pohang. It’s a place for learning about traditional local culture while enjoying beautiful natural surroundings. Here you can experience seodang schooling, calligraphy, a tea ceremony, natural dyeing, taekkyeon martial art, Nanta drumming, straw crafts and paper making - not to mention making (and eating!) tofu and rice cakes. The affordable hanok rooms are ondol-heated, with shared toilet and shower room.

Jusanji Pond [National Geopark] (주산지 (청송 국가지질공원))

16.8Km 2025-03-15

Jusanji-ri, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-870-6111

Jusanji Pond is a small reservoir located in Juwangsan National Park. It is a man-made pond that was dug out in August, 1720 and completed in October the year after. The pond has been used as a source of water for agricultural use as well as for drinking water. Even though it is small in size, about 200 meters long and 8 meters deep, the pond has never dried up from any drought.

150-year-old willow trees are rooted in the pond, which makes a fantastic balance with the surroundings, creating a picturesque scenery found nowhere else.

Jeolgolgyegok Valley [National Geopark] (절골협곡 (청송 국가지질공원))

18.2Km 2025-01-14

San 124, Jusanji-ri, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-870-6111

Jeolgolgyegok Valley is located along the mountain ridgeline connecting Gamebong Peak and Wanggeoam Rock in Juwangsan Mountain. It stretches for 5 kilometers from Jeolgol Valley Visitor's Center to Daemun Bridge. The valley is formed of vocanic tuffs that were welded and compacted after cooling down, which resulted in forming vertical cracks, leaving rocks to fall out and create a steep valley cliff.

Olive Young - Pohang Yangdeok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 포항양덕점)

19.6Km 2024-06-27

225, Sindeok-ro, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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