Yeonhwasan Provincial Park (연화산도립공원)

15.0 Km 11150 2022-08-03

544, Yeonhwasan 1-ro, Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-673-4101

Yeonhwasan Mountain, located in Goseong, Gyeongsangnam-do, is just 524 meters tall, encompasses the three peaks of Ongnyeobong, Seondobong and Mangseonbong, and is widely recognized as an important provincial park. Its northern side is dotted with Buddhist temples such as the historical Okcheonsa Temple, Baengnyeonam Hermitage, Cheongyeonam Hermitage and Yeondaeam Hermitage. Although Yeonhwasan Mountain is called a "mountain," the gentle slopes and ridges are more similar to those of a hill. Unlike other mountains where the purpose lies in trekking and climbing to the mountain summit, the most fruitful experience one can get from exploring Yeonhwasan Mountain is a visit to Okcheonsa Temple. From the summit of the mountain, visitors will be able to see Okcheonsa Temple nestled in the mountain and the deep blue sea along Danghangpo Resort to the mountain's south.

Chungnyeolsa Shrine (충렬사)

15.0 Km 29992 2021-06-22

251, Yeohwang-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-645-3229

Chungnyeolsa Shrine was built in 1606 upon the order of King Seonjo to commemorate Admiral Yi Sun-sin's loyalty and brilliant exploits. The shrine houses the memorial tablet of Admiral Lee. The shrine was designated as a Historic Site on June 11, 1973.

Tongyeong Sebyeonggwan Hall (통영 세병관)

15.2 Km 29740 2021-12-24

27, Sebyeong-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-645-3805

Sebyeonggwan Hall, located in Tongyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do, was established in 1605 by the 6th generation commander-in-chief Lee Kyung-jun and is well known as one of the widest buildings of the Joseon period along with Gyeonghoeru Pavilion in Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jinnamgwan Hall in Yeosu-si.

Sebyeonggwan Hall is placed at the foot of Yeohwangsan Mountain and overlooks Tongyeong. Right next to the hall are the remains of the naval base Tongjeyeong, which includes Unjudang (also called Jeseungdang, a military education center for the Joseon Navy) among others.

Sebyeonggwan Hall symbolizes the ending of the war, the washing away and cleaning up of the weapons of war.

Tongyeong Jungang Market (통영 중앙시장)

15.5 Km 31037 2020-01-06

14-16, Jungangsijang 1-gil, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-649-5225

With almost 400 years of history, Tongyeong Jungang Market is a popular tourist spot in the city of Tongyeong, attracting tourists during weekends and even on weekdays.

The market is located next to Dongpirang Village. In front of the market is Gangguan Port where a turtle ship (geobukseon) and fishing boats are docked. The spacious cultural venue called Munhwa Madang is quite reminiscent of Byeongseon Madang, a place for anchoring or mooring warships in the past.

As the market is located close to the coastline, fresh fish and dried fish make up a huge part of the market's offerings. Here, visitors can also find mother-of-pearl inlaid wares, quilted products, and rice cakes.

Chungmu Beach Hotel (충무비치호텔)

15.5 Km 19553 2021-06-15

89, Jungang-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-642-8181

Chungmu Beach Hotel is a seven-story hotel located in Tongyeong, called the Naples of the East. It is 15 minutes away from Tongyeong Intercity Bus Terminal by car. Even though it is located in downtown Tongyeong, it is also close to Tongyeong Harbor and so visitors can sign up to rent a boat and enjoy sea fishing. The passenger ferry terminal is 5 minute's walking distance away, and visitors are recommended to travel to neighboring islands such as Hansando and Yokjido islands. Visitors can also enjoy delicious local foods such as rice boiled with oysters, rice boiled with anchovy, sea squirt bibimbap and various kinds of hoe (sliced raw fish).

Ottchil Art Museum (통영 옻칠미술관)

15.6 Km 13636 2020-07-07

36, Yongnamhaean-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-649-5257

Tongyeong has been known for Najeonchilgi (mother-of-pearl crafts) for over four centuries. Naturally, Ottchil Art Museum (“Ottchil” meaning “lacquer”) showcases the best of mother-of-pearl crafts of Tongyeong.

Since prehistoric times, Najeonchilgi (along with its precursor, Chaehwachilgi) has formed the essence of traditional crafts. It refers to crafts employing mother-of-pearl. During the Goryeo Period (918-1392), Najeonchilgi blossomed into a national art; it evolved into a folk art during the Joseon Period (1392-1910).

The museum displays a mixture of daily use crafts and contemporary lacquer art (including formative art pieces), both employing the finest lacquer extracted from lacquer trees. The displayed items provide visitors with an opportunity to appreciate the elegance of traditional Korean crafts.

Ttungbo Halmae Gimbap (뚱보할매김밥)

15.6 Km 10966 2024-02-27

325 Tongyeonghaean-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Ttungbo Halmae Gimbap, located in the Jungang Traditional Market of Tongyeong, is famous for its local delicacy, Chungmu gimbap. Chungmu gimbap originated from sailors who packed rice and fillings separately to preserve freshness during sea voyages. It consists of rice, squid salad, and radish kimchi, creating a simple yet flavorful dish. Nearby attractions include the Seopirang Park, Tongyeong Port, and Tongyeong City Museum.

Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival (통영한산대첩축제)

15.6 Km 35365 2024-02-19

65 Jungang-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-644-5222

Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival commemorates the Great Battle of Hansan (1592), one of the most important sea battles in Korean history. Visitors to this festival will be able to see an amazing reenactment of the battle as well as other performances. A variety of hands-on experience programs are available for children at Yi Sun-sin Waterpark.

Dongpirang Village (동피랑마을)

15.6 Km 49295 2023-02-21

6-18, Dongpirang 1-gil, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-650-2570

The name Dongpirang is a combination of the Korean words "dong," meaning east, and "birang," meaning hill in the Tongyeong dialect. In October 2007, the Tongyeong Agenda 21 association invited people throughout the nation to paint murals on the walls of Dongpirang-gil Street. Thanks to the participants' paintings, this hillside village on the sea became a new place, revitalized by art. The view overlooking the sea and Gangguan Port is fantastic as well.

Gangguan Port (강구안)

15.6 Km 24510 2021-06-01

Jungang-dong, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-650-4681

Gangguan Port is located in Tongyeong close to the sea, and regarded to be more full of energy compared to other ports due to the sea waves seen close by. The port is occupied by moored fishing boats and rows of restaurants that sell Chungmu-style gimbap.

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