Yeongdeok Snow Crab Festival (영덕대게축제)

9.2 Km 38261 2024-02-19

Gangguhaean-gil, Ganggu-myeon, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-730-5853

Yeongdeok Snow Crab Festival is an annual event that celebrates local snow crabs, which were once served to kings. Among festival highlights, the Snow Crab Public Auction as well as the snow crab market are the most popular. In addition, visitors can ride a snow crab fishing boat, participate in a snow crab cooking competition, and sample various snow crab dishes.

Beoryeong-ri Metasequoia Trail (벌영리 메타세콰이어길)

12.8 Km 466 2021-02-09

Yeonghae-myeon, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-730-6533

The trees that line Beoryeong-ri Metasequoia Trail were planted and cared for by a single individual. The tall trees that seem to touch the sky create a peaceful feeling, as if all will be right in the world. The forest trail is open to visitors for free, making it a popular destination for relaxing in a natural environment.

Goesiri Traditional Village (괴시리 전통마을)

13.5 Km 13003 2020-02-19

16-1, Hojimaeul 1-gil, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-730-6114

A walk along Songcheon Stream from Daejin Beach to Yeonghae-eup brings visitors to Yeongdeok Goesi-ri Traditional Village. The village is the birthplace of ‘Mokeun Yisaek’, a Confucianist in the late Goryeo dynasty. For over four centuries, the Nam family from the Yeongyang region has lived in this village where there are over thirty 200-year-old homes. The place demonstrates the traditions and culture of generations of Koreans.

Goesi-ri Traditional Village, famous for its history experience course, has a number of designated cultural sites including a family house for the Nams from Yeongyang Goesi faction. The place is visited by not just tourists but by many history scholars as the village preserves the housing structure of the noble family of late Joseon dynasty in Gyeongsangbuk-do province. The village also holds ‘Mokeun Culture Festival’ every two years.

Daejin Beach (대진해수욕장)

15.8 Km 32877 2022-12-26

2840, Yeongdeokdaege-ro, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-730-7721

Daejin Beach is located in Daejin-ri, a coastal village in Yeonghae-myeon, Yeongdeok-gun, and has all the conditions for a coastal attraction. The water is clear and clean, and a pine forest surrounds the white sandy beach. The beach is 8 kilometers long and 100 meters wide. In addition, the water level is only 1-2 meters deep and the slope is gentle, making it a suitable summer atraction for families with children. The sandy beach is characterized by its thick grain which is good for sand baths and does not stick to the body.

Daejin Beach also has a 200 meter-wide stream called Songcheoncheon Stream that flows across the white sandy beach. Visitors can enjoy a fresh water bath in the stream. Furthermore, since this stream is where the freshwater and seawater meet, visitors can enjoy both freshwater fishing and sea fishing.

In general, the eastern coastline is known to be monotonous, but the coastal bay of Chuksan-myeon is an exception. The mountain area is adjacent to the coast, and Jukdosan Mountain draws a complex coastline. The scenery of Jukdosan Mountain with its lush bamboo forest creates a beautiful painting. In addition, the coastal road from Chuksan 1-ri to Daejin Beach is great for enjoying a drive, and the scenery of white waves rolling over the golden sandy beach is beautiful.

Jangsa Beach (장사해수욕장)

16.3 Km 52222 2024-02-23

3592 Donghae-daero, Namjeong-myeon, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Spanning 900 meters, Jangsa Beach is renowned for its pristine white sands and an average water depth of 1.5 meters. The beach's clear waters and gentle slope make it a perfect spot for family summer vacations. Its unique grainy sand doesn't cling to the skin, allowing visitors to comfortably stroll barefoot or indulge in a relaxing sand bath. During the summer months, the beach comes alive with marine leisure activities like water skiing and banana boating. Adjacent to the beach is the Jangsa Landing Operation Victory Memorial Park, a site dedicated to educating visitors about the Korean War.

Odin (오딘)

18.9 Km 0 2024-02-13

3320 Donghae-daero, Songna-myeon, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Odin is a spacious café located near Hwajin Beach in Pohang, known for its stunning view of the East Sea, made possible by its large windows. The café's signature offering is the Odin Cream Latte, a unique blend topped with cream cheese and custard cream. Its desserts, incorporating local ingredients like chives and apricots, add to the café's charm. Situated right in front of the café is Mongdol Beach, along with trails perfect for a relaxing stroll after enjoying your meal.

Slow Ocean Pool Villa [Korea Quality] 슬로우오션 풀빌라 펜션[한국관광 품질인증]

19.7 Km 0 2023-05-23

39, Donghae-daero 3218beon-gil, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Slow Ocean Pool Villa is a luxury guesthouse located at Hwajin Beach in Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do, with the endless blue sea close by. Some of the rooms are naturally enclosed with pine trees to avoid damaging the natural scenery. Each room has its own heated pool, where guests can enjoy swimming or water play all year round - even when the sea is too cold.

Hidden Forest [Korea Quality] 히든포레스트 [한국관광 품질인증]

19.7 Km 0 2023-05-23

21-23, Donghae-daero 3218beon-gil, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-507-1369-8078

Hidden Forest is a luxury guesthouse located at Hwajin Beach in Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The endless blue sea is close by, and each room has its own heated pool, so this is a place for water-lovers. Most rooms also have a spa to soothe guests’ fatigue and stress away.

Goraebul Beach (고래불해수욕장)

19.7 Km 47922 2021-07-23

394, Goraebul-ro, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-730-7802

Goraebul Beach is located in Yeongdeok, Gyeongsangbuk-do. Its fine white sands stretch for 8 kilometers giving way to clean seawaters, and it is shaded by a pine forest. The beach has various facilities for visitors' comfort including shower stalls, restroom, drinking fountain, snack bar and parking lot. Nearby tourist attractions include Wijeong Mineral Spring and Jangyuksa Temple. In Goesi-ri, there are many ancient buildings that can be seen throughout the area. Roughly 30 houses that are approximately 200 years old line the coastal drive. National Road number 7 heading north showcases almost all of the famous tourist attractions that line the East Sea.

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