Gyeongnam Goseong Dinosaur World Expo (경남고성공룡세계엑스포)

0m 21931 2023-09-18

1116, Danghangman-ro, Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-670-3814

Gyeongnam Goseong Dinosaur World Expo takes place in the area of Danghangpo Tourist Resort, where visitors can meet dinosaurs in many different ways. The festival operates various exhibitions and hands-on program facilities including Dinosaur Hill, Character Hall, Dinosaurs Footprint Fossil Hall, AR/VR Hall and more. Many events, activities and parades are also planned for additional fun.

Danghangpo Tourist Area Pension [Korea Quality] / 당항포관광지 펜션 [한국관광 품질인증]

0m 1 2023-10-25

1116 , Danghangman-ro, Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-670-4501

Danghangpo Tourist Site Pension is a two-story wooden house in Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do. Guestrooms are ondol-style and consist of a kitchen/living room, a sleeping room, a bathroom, and a terrace. You can cook in the kitchen, but please use the terrace for meat and seafood. Pension guests get a free pass to all Danghangpo Tourist Site facilities, which include a dinosaur footprint fossil hall, a hologram video hall, a botanic garden, and a turtle ship experience - all very popular with the children!

Mujidori Village (Muju Farm Village) (무지돌이마을)

10.2 Km 45639 2020-01-04

81-9, Naseon-gil, Gaecheon-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Having a 500-year-old history, Mujidori Village is a traditional village with a small stream by the entrance, seven mountain peaks, and three reservoirs. The village has 155 hectares of farm land, making it the largest of its kind in Goseong-gun.

The village only uses organic farming methods to grow their crops which include turmeric, luffa, chestnuts, beans, buckwheat, etc. Shade trees and rest areas can be found near the reservoirs and by the stream. The village also offers a rural experience through their farm-stay programs, folk games, and other hands-on activities.

Located nearby is Danghangpo Resort, the famous battlefield where Admiral Yi Sun-sin crushed the Japanese navy during the Imjin War (1592–1598). The resort complex includes a family recreational park, a camping site, an amusement park and a leisure-sports facility. The Goseong Dinosaur Museum, which was built next to one of the world’s largest dinosaur footprint fossil sites, is also worth a visit.

Parkjinsagoga [Korea Quality] / 박진사고가 [한국관광 품질인증]

10.6 Km 996 2024-02-01

25-12, Cheonggwang 6-gil, Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-10-8854-2141

Parkjinsa Gotaek in Cheonggwang-ri,Goseong is an old house of Miryang Park Clan which is #292 Cultural Material. The traditional Korean style house shows the construction method of houses during the late Joseon Dynasty. Three generations of Sungkyunkwan officials were born in this house in a span of 100 years. There is a red gate of award of the king erected at the entrance of the house to cite the devoted son. Usually the red gate of award of the king was erected at the entrance of the village to cite the devoted son, a chaste woman, or a loyal subject, and the Parkjinsa Gotaek is a rare case for which the red gate of award of the king was erected at the entrance of the house. The old wall of the house, which looks like a fossil bed, demonstrates the long history of the house. The well-tended garden near the gate will make you stop walking because it looks like something straight out of a movie scene. The scenery over the window from any place inside the house is as pretty as a picture. The rooms in the house are composed of 2 Anchae (inner buildings) and 4 Sarangchae (outer buildings). Both Anchae and Sarangchae are equipped with restroom and shower room. The kitchen is only in the Anchae building. Sarangchae can be used as one wide room to accommodate a maximum 10 people; it’s done by simply opening the doors dividing the small rooms. The house is used for paid educational programs of traditional tea ceremony and etiquette. The old warehouse has been remolded to be a classroom for tea ceremony classes. The place is also used as a place for events; it’s equipped with a beam projector and sound equipment for hosting seminars, workshops, etc. There is a tea ceremony room made by remodeling a building attached to Sarangchae where you can learn the wisdom of ancestors over a warm tea.

Prince Hotel [Korea Quality] / 프린스호텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

11.2 Km 3902 2020-09-10

2463-21, Namhaean-daero, Goseong-eup, Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-673-7477, +82-10-6382-7479

Prince Hotel in Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do near Namhae is a European-style building with a total of 35 Premium, Family, Ondol, and Standard Rooms. Both the rooms and beds are large and comfortable. It has a golf practice facility and a karaoke room that can be used for free. There are two hiking trails (30-minute and 1-hour courses) to Namsan Mountain, Goseong, which offers a great view of Namhae Coast. Nearby tourist attractions include Danghangpo Port, Goseong Dinosaur Museum, and Sangjogam County Park, all of which are great for family guests.

Okcheonsa Temple (옥천사)

11.8 Km 24447 2020-01-29

471-9, Yeonhwasan 1-ro, Gaecheon-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-672-0100

Okcheonsa Temple was built in the 16th year of King Munmu's reign (676) during the Silla dynasty. The name “Okcheon,” which means "jade spring," was derived from the mineral spring located next to the main hall.

The temple holds several valuable cultural assets, such as the state-designated heritage Bronze Gong of Okcheonsa (Treasure No. 495) and 119 city/province-designated heritage properties, including Jabangnu Pavilion, Hyangno (incense burner), Daeungjeon Hall, and Daejong (bell). The linden tree at the Cheongnyeonam was designated as Monument No. 82 for its great academic value.

There are other small temples nearby, such as Baengnyeonam, Cheongyeonam, and Yeondaeam. Those interested in learning more about Buddhism can drop by Yeonhwasan Provincial Park’s Bojanggak Hall, an exhibition hall built to preserve about 120 pieces of Buddhist artifacts.

Yeonhwasan Provincial Park (연화산도립공원)

12.0 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.

Geoje Gyedo Fishing Village (거제 계도어촌체험마을)

14.2 Km 59724 2024-03-20

837 Gajo-ro, Sadeung-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Geoje Gyedo Fishing Village offers a variety of fishing village experiences. The village, named Gyedo because the hill behind the village resembles a chicken, offers family-friendly activities such as fishing from a deck built over the sea and pedestal fishing. Additionally, it is known as a beautiful spot for sunsets, offering picturesque coastal views.

Gyeongsangnam-do Arboretum (경상남도 수목원)

14.6 Km 143363 2024-02-28

386 Sumogwon-ro, Ibanseong-myeon, Jinju-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Gyeongsangnam-do Arboretum is a botanical garden in Daecheon-ri, Jinju. Spanning an area of 117 hectares, the arboretum includes Special Arboretum, Botanic Garden, and Tropical Botanical Garden, primarily focusing on the flora of Korea's southern region. It preserves and showcases over 3,000 species of domestic and international plants. Complementing these features are a range of essential facilities, including a Theme Center, Experience Center, Ecological Forest, Wildlife Center, and more.

Maritime Filming Location ('역적'촬영지 해양드라마세트장)

15.0 Km 0 2024-02-28

876-2 Haeyanggwangwang-ro, Gusan-myeon, Masanhappo-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Maritime Filming Location is a film set that offers a glimpse into the lifestyle and culture of the Gaya, a Korean dynastic state. Set against a coastal backdrop, the site features an ironworks, illustrating the historic process of refining iron ore for weaponry, a quay, a market street, twenty-five wooden buildings, and three ships. It is known as the filming location for Korean TV dramas such as "The Rebel," "Kim Suro," and "Six Flying Dragons."

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