Yeosu Yeongchwisan Mountain (영취산 (여수))

11.7Km 2024-03-08

Sangam-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Yeongchwisan Mountain is not very tall, rising just 510 meters above sea level, but the mountain has long been deemed as a spiritual guardian of the Yeosu peninsula. During the old days, people held rituals for rain or offered wishful prayers here. Geumseongdae and Dosolam Hermitage are two Buddhist places of worship on the mountain.

As Yeongchwisan Mountain is not very tall, taking any hiking course will lead hikers to the peak within about four hours. The mountain is a perfect place for family travelers to go hiking. Yeongchwisan Mountain is also widely known as the first place in Korea where azaleas begin to bloom in the spring, and is one of the top three most famous places in Korea for azalea blossoms. In April each year, the azalea festival is held in the mountain. The festival offers a variety of programs including a ritual for the god of the mountain, a writing contest for students, a photo contest, and Miss Azalea beauty pageant. During the festival, visitors can enjoy various events and local foods.

Heungguksa Temple (Yeosu) (흥국사 (여수))

11.9Km 2021-11-05

160, Heungguksa-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-685-5633

The name of Heungguksa Temple means “if the country prospers, the temple does well.” The temple was established to pray for the country to flourish. Located on Yeongchwisan Mountain, Heunaguksa was founded by Bojo Guksa in 1195.

Within the compound are other buildings including Wontongjeon, Palsangjeon and Daeungjeon (Main Hall). The temple’s main hall, a Treasure, is open in its structure and equipped with traditional Korean doors. A Buddhist painting named Hubultaenghwa is designated as a Treasure. At the entrance to the temple is a rainbow-shaped stone bridge called Honggyo Bridge,a Treasure, which is widely known as a distinguished work of art.

On Yeongchwisan Mountain, azaleas begin to bloom in early April and completely take over the mountain by the end of the month. Azalea blossoms create an extravagant view along the ridgeline of Yeongchwibong Peak (439 meters above sea level) and Jillyebong Peak (510 meters above sea level). During this period, the Mount Yeongchwisan Azalea Festival takes place.

LF Sqare Terrace Mall - Gwangyang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (LF스퀘어테라스몰광양점)

12.0Km 2024-04-16

466, Sungwang-ro, Gwangyang-eup, Gwangyang-si, Jeollanam-do

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Pulppuri Heukdubu (풀뿌리흑두부)

13.6Km 2021-03-26

137, Sangseong-gil, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-725-2277

It is a store specializing in traditional handmade tofu. The best menu at this restaurant is bean curd. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do.

Peepul Hanokstay (연경당)

13.6Km 2024-08-05

13-40 , Jungheung-ro, Gwangyang-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-4665-9301

Yeongyeongdang in Gwangyang-si, Jeollanam-do, is a sunny hanok stay set in beautiful scenery with Baekun Reservoir in front and Baekun Mountain behind. Each room has a bathroom with bathtub, traditional ondol heating plus boiler, an AC unit and glass doors and windows to keep it cozy. Cooking is done in the common kitchen, with an outdoor barbecue also available. There is no supermarket nearby, so visitors should bring food with them. (There are vending machines for snacks and drinks in the kitchen.)

Suncheon Filming Location (순천 드라마촬영장)

14.3Km 2025-07-08

24 Biryegol-gil, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-749-4003

Suncheon Open Set is the outdoor filming site of the drama "Love and Ambition" aired in 2006, and where houses from the 60s and 80s are recreated. It is also where various dramas such as "Giant," "East of Eden," "Bread, Love and Dreams" and "Chronicle of a Blood Merchant" were filmed. It is pleasant to tour the filming site by walking through the alleys and taking pictures of the unique vibe.

Baegunsan Eochigyegok Valley (백운산 어치계곡)

14.4Km 2021-06-01

531, Baekhak-ro, Gwangyang-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-797-3333

Eochigyegok Valley, located in Eochi-ri, Jinsang-myeon, is 7 kilometers long, and is a valley with clear water flowing through the lush forest with rocks in all sizes that provide a resting spot. In particular, it is home to Orodae Rock, cool enough to form dew even in the middle of the day and Gusipokpo Falls with a legend of a flying horse.

The valley is located ten minutes away from the Seomjingang River Maehwa Village, and plum trees cover the valley in spring with plum blossoms. In autumn, the countless oak trees in the forest become an acorn factory for its habitats. Baegunsan Eochigyegok Valley is worth visiting at any time of the year and provides various agricultural products to local residents. Orodae Rock, located in the uppermost stream, refers to a rock that looks like a large courtyard. An inscription remains, saying that it is named Orodae because it is cool enough to form dew even in the midday of the summer. Legend says that Gusiso Pool at the base of Gusipokpo Falls is so wide that it will not dry up even in a draught.

Yeosu Industrial Complex (여수 국가산업단지)

14.7Km 2024-02-20

183-1 Hwachi-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Yeosu Industrial Complex, established in 1967, is the largest petrochemical industrial complex in Korea. It holds significant historical importance as a space that has driven the economic development of Korea. With thousands of lights installed in massive machinery and facilities, it forms a dazzling night view, making it a popular tourist attraction. There are observatory and pedestrian deck where visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the industrial complex's magnificent lights, making it an excellent spot for tourism.

Yeosu Safety Experience Training Center (KOSHA) (여수 안전체험장(안전보건공단))

14.7Km 2025-07-30

32 Samdong 2-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Yeosu Safety Experience Training Center is the nation's largest safety training facility founded to raise public awareness on safety prevention and management, covering a wide variety of safety hazards that can take place in the everyday or workplace environment as well as providing region-focused expert training on petrochemical industry. The center has a total of seven themed halls, equipped with 70 different types of content that provide a simulation of real-life emergency situations to educate the public on how to prevent and handle the situation. In particular, the center's virtual reality and special effects content offer a variety of simulations on workplace hazards that can take place in the petrochemical industry, construction sites, manufacturing industry, and service-related sites. The training center is open to visitors of all ages for free.

Daegwangmok (대광목)

15.0Km 2021-03-26

42, Joryewonnim-gil, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-753-3392

A place where you can experience the Korean BBQ culture. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do. The representative menu is grilled pork belly.

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