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Yeosu Expo Station (여수엑스포역)

Yeosu Expo Station (여수엑스포역)

6.2Km    2016-12-23

2, Mangyang-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-663-7788

Yeosu Station began operations on December 25, 1930 as an ordinary station on the new railway connecting Gwangju and Yeosu. Later, the site was used as a venue for Yeosu World Expo, so the station was moved to Deokchung-dong and renamed as Yeosu Expo Station on October 1, 2011.

Chungminsa Temple (여수충민사)

6.8Km    2020-03-18

52-23 Chungminsa-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-690-2036

Nestled at the foot of Maraesan Mountain (alt. 385.2 m), Chungminsa Temple (Historic Site No. 381) was built by Lee Sieon (unknown - 1624), and was commissioned by Lee Hangbok (1556-1618) after the Imjinwaeran War (Japanese Invasion) upon King Seonjo's (1601) command. The shrine was forced to be demolished by Japan in 1919, and only two sections remained. In 1947, they were then rebuilt by local residents in the end. It was designated as Historical Site No. 381 on June 1, 1993.

* Chungminsa Hamabi (stone statue)
At the entrance of Chungminsa Temple, Hamabi (stone stuatue) is set up with a 1.4 m-x_height, 42 cm-x_width, and 10 cm-thickness, with the word "Hamabi" written on the stone, meaning "expressing one's respect", and in front of the palace is a Confucian shrine, the birthplace of the sages that symbolizes the temple's significance. This stone used to be 100 m away but was moved to its current site when a detour road was built.

E-Mart - Yeosu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 여수)

E-Mart - Yeosu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 여수)

7.6Km    2024-04-23

277, Jwasuyeong-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

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Baekgyeong (백경)

Baekgyeong (백경)

7.8Km    2021-11-26

69, Yeomunmunhwa-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-654-5332~3

A restaurant that’s well-known among residents in Yeosu and tourists. The best menu at this restaurant is grilled Fish. This seafood restaurant is located in Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do.

Hanujeong (하누정)

Hanujeong (하누정)

7.8Km    2021-03-22

51, Yeomunmunhwa-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-651-9292

It is a place where you can eat fresh meat and a hearty lunch set menu. This restaurant's signature menu is grilled pork belly. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do.

Baeksu Chobap (백수초밥)

Baeksu Chobap (백수초밥)

7.8Km    2021-03-22

54, Yeomunmunhwa, 1-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-651-1133

One of the restaurants that sell sushi and sliced raw fish in Yeosu. This Japanese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do. The most famous menu is sushi set menu.

Yeojeong Sikdang (여정식당)

7.8Km    2021-03-22

56, Yeomunmunhwa-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-652-8878

It is a famous restaurant for over 30 years. This seafood restaurant is located in Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do. The most famous menu is spicy braised monkfish.

Yeosu Ocean Railbike (여수해양레일바이크)

8.1Km    2022-12-28

187, Mangyang-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-652-7882

Yeosu Ocean Railbike is comprised of a 3.5-kilometer open track that follows the rocky coast of Yeosu. The track takes passengers along the coastal line through the open air and a tunnel course at a leisurely pace. The track and bikes are designed to please the eyes of passengers as well as ensure safety and comfort.

Bangjukpo Beach (방죽포해변)

Bangjukpo Beach (방죽포해변)

8.2Km    2022-07-28

804-6, Hyangiram-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-659-3968

Nestled on the east coast of Dolsando Island, the tranquil waters have mild waves that lap up on the shiny golden sand along Bangjukpo Beach. Nearby, there is a thick pine grove with trees over 200 years old. This area is blessed with plenty of fresh inland water despite it being on the coast. The myriad of rocks near the sea are great for fishing. The beach is a popular spot to watch the sunrise. It is also situated on the way to Hyangiram Hermitage, one of Korea’s four hermitages where Buddhist followers pray to Avalokitesvara, the Bodhisattva of Great Compassion.

Manseong-ri Black Sand Beach (만성리 검은모래해변)

8.6Km    2022-12-28

15-1, Manseongni-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-651-4525

Manseong-ri Black Sand Beach is located 3 kilometers to the north along the coastal road from Yeosu EXPO Station. The beach, 540 meters in length and 25 meters in x_width, has an average water temperature of 25 degrees Celsius. The black sand is said to help blood circulation and remove toxins from the body.