2025-01-16
Sangmaengbang-gil, Geundeok-myeon, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
Sangmaengbanghaebyeon Beach is located 5 kilometers from downtown Samcheok and connected to Maengbanghaebyeon Beach. With a shallow average depth of 1-2 meters, its crystal clear water and white sand makes it a perfect location for a family vacation. The pine forest stretched across the beach allows visitors to enjoy forest bathing. Various beach events are held here such as clam collecting contest, bare-hand trout catching contest, and more. For those who enjoy sports, there is a golf practice range nearby. In spring, the nearby canola field blooms with flowers, creating a picturesque background for visitors to enjoy.
2025-01-16
385-19 Mapo-ri, Byeonsan-myeon, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
Haseom Observatory offers a bird’s-eye view of Haseom Island, which gets its name due to its resemblance to a lotus flower. The observatory is well-known for offering the views of sea parting, Korea’s Miracle of Moses, which occurs on the 1st and 15th of every month in the Lunar Calendar when the sea tides recede, revealing a 2-kilometers-long shoreline. It is famous for its abundance of clams, hence sometimes called “half clams-half mud.” The elevated location of the observatory allows visitors to enjoy the views of the wide sky and beautiful sunsets.
2025-01-15
77 Nammyeon-ro 111beon-gil, Nam-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Situated 14 kilometers from Namhae-eup, Wolpo Dugok Beach offers a blend of pebbles and sand, rather than a plain sand shore. Surrounded by a pine forest, it is a perfect place to spend quiet family time and enjoy rock fishing. The coastal road next to the beach offers a breathtaking view. The beach is 70 meters wide and 900 meters long with an average depth of 1-2 meters.
2025-01-13
33 Chuksanhang-gil, Chuksan-myeon, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Chuksanhang Port, established in 1924, is located along the beautiful coastline formed by mountain ridges extending from Taebaeksan Mountain to the sea. The port serves as a hub for fish collection and auction, attracting boats from nearby ports. One of the representative ports of Yeongdeok, it is one of the five ports in the country where the crab auction takes place. Visitors can purchase the famous Yeongdeok snow crabs at the fish markets here. The port is a part of the Yeongdeok Blue Road Course B, and is famous as a shooting location of BTS MV “The Most Beautiful Moment in Life: Young Forever.”
2025-01-13
481 Geumgangsan-ro, Hyeonnae-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do
Unification Security Park serves as the entry point to the Unification Observatory. Before entering the observatory, visitors can watch a video at the Education Security Hall, which has a seating capacity of 700 people. In front of the Education Security Hall, stands the Peace Bell, a symbol of hope for peaceful reunification. Additionally there is a monument commemorating the army unit members who sacrificed their lives to stop the invasion of North Korean guerillas just before the Korean War.
◎ Due to its location within the Civilian Control Line area, visitors must complete the required procedures before entering.
2025-01-13
Daejinhang-gil, Hyeonnae-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do
Daejinhang Port is located at the northernmost tip of the east coast of Korea. Since the opening of North-Eastern Railways in 1935, the port has become a transportation hub, facilitating the transport of seafood and agricultural products to Wonsan.
2025-01-16
Sinjeong-dong, Jeongeup-si, Jeonbuk-do
Mirsaem Bridge is a 642-meter wooden deck bridge that spans Yongsanho Lake. Benches are placed in the middle of the bridge for visitors to sit and rest during their crossing. The lakeside fountains operate until 21:00 from March to November and until 22:00 from June to September. At the center of the bridge is an art installation that represents Jeongeup. There is glass flooring near the fountain by the art installation, allowing visitors to see the water below their feet. For visitors who want to savor the nature-friendly atmosphere, cross the bridge and follow the trail leading to a mountain forest to continue the adventure. The bridge has night lights installed that turn on after sunset until 22:00, making it an ideal place for an evening stroll as well.
2025-01-15
9-7 Nammyeon-ro 353beon-gil, Nam-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
The colorful Honghyeon Village was once called Rara because many conches, called sora in Korean, were caught here for living. Later the village was named Honghyeon Village due to its location next to Rainbow Hill. Renowned for its excellent water quality, the village held Korea’s first abalone festival in 1999. It was selected as one of the “100 Rural Villages to Live and Visit” by the Rural Development Administration.
2025-01-14
12 Mangun-ro 9beon-gil, Namhae-eup, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
American Village, overlooking the beautiful Aenggang Bay and Nodo Island in Namhae, is a settlement village created for the Koreans in the US who wanted to return to their home in Korea to spend their old age. The village, consisting of 22 American-style houses and pensions, allows visitors to experience the American culture. Although, not large, it offers visitors a chance to experience the unique design of each house while taking a leisurely stroll. As visitors go up from the entrance of the village, they can see the Yongmunsa Temple, the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Namhae.
2025-02-03
Neungpo-dong, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
Neungpohang Port, located in Geoje, spans 1.7 km until Yangjiam and is connected to Jangseungpo by road. Designated as a national port in 1971, it was revamped in 2016 into a multifunctional port. Today it serves not only as an infrastructure for fisheries industries, but is also gaining popularity for marine leisure, cultural activities, and tourism. Its breakwaters and waterside park make it a favored destination, attracting families and other tourists alike.