The Jeon Hyuck Lim Mueseum of Art (전혁림 미술관)

15.0 Km 29737 2019-03-19

10, Bongsu 1-gil, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-645-7349

The Jeon Hyuck Lim Museum of Art is located on the way to Yonghwasa Temple on Mireuksan Mountain in Tongyeong. This site used to be the location of the house where master painter Jeon Hyuck-lim lived for about 30 years since 1975. A new building was constructed and the site was turned into a creative space, opening to the public on May 11, 2003.

The outer walls of the building is decorated with the master painter's paintings and his son Yeonggeun's paintings which were selected from among their works and reproduced by utilizing about 7,500 20x20cm ceramic tiles, with a view to represent the image of Tongyeong and the artistic image of the master painter. In particular, the front wall on the third floor is a reproduction of the great artist's work titled "Window" painted in 1992.

Tongyeong Mireuksan Mountain (미륵산(통영))

15.1 Km 40126 2021-02-25

115, Bongsudolsaem-gil, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-650-0580

Situated in the middle of Mireukdo Island on the southern part of Tongyeong, Mireuksan Mountain (altitude 458.4 meters) is also sometimes referred to as Yonghwasan Mountain after Yonghwasa Temple. Additional temples on the mountain include the more secluded Gwaneumam and Dosoram Hermitages, as well as Miraesa Temple. While not as tall as other mountains, it is famous for its lush forest, valleys with pure water, odd-shaped rocks, and rock caves. The mountain is beautiful year round with royal azalea in spring, bright foliage in fall, and breathtaking views of the Korean archipelago.

Resort Bluemau (리조트 블루마우 거제)

15.1 Km 2082 2021-03-31

132, Haegeumgang-ro, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-632-6377

Resort Bluemau is located on the coastal cliffs of Geoje Island with beautiful views of the ocean all year round. All guestrooms offer seaside views, making this a popular accommodation choice. The interior of the resort is done in Spanish style for an exotic atmosphere.

Cypress Forest Napoli Farm (편백나무숲속 나폴리농원)

15.1 Km 37892 2024-02-28

152 Mireuksan-gil, Sanyang-eup, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Cypress Forest Napoli Farm is located on the mid-slope of Mireuksan Mountain in Tongyeong, offering an experience of walking barefoot on a cypress tree-lined path emitting phytoncides. Their "Cypress Forest Barefoot Healing Wellness Trip" program, lasting approximately one hour and thirty minutes, allows participants to immerse themselves in the therapeutic benefits of barefoot walking. Beyond this, the site offers an Air café where visitors can savor pour-over coffee amidst the invigorating outdoor ambiance. With amenities like a Hammock Shelter, Grass Beds, a Tropical Botanical Garden, and a Foot Bath, the farm provides a serene and comfortable space for relaxation.

Undersea Tunnel - Tongyeong (해저터널-경남 통영)

15.1 Km 25151 2024-01-03

Dang-dong, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Constructed over a 16-month period from 1931 to 1932, the undersea tunnel in Tongyeong is Asia’s first submarine tunnel. For its construction, the sea water was blocked at both ends, the tunnel was dug underground, and was paved with concrete. The Korean word “Yongmundalyang” engraved at the entrance of this 483-meter long, 5-meter wide tunnel means “the entrance of an undersea tunnel that connects island to land.”

Oedo-Botania (외도 보타니아)

15.3 Km 102212 2022-12-23

17, Oedo-gil, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-681-4541

Oedo-Botania is a marine botanical garden located on an island in Hallyeohaesang National Park between Tongyeong and Geojedo Island. What started over 30 years ago as a private garden has expanded to cover the entire island in a plethora of plants in European-style gardens, accented by scultures and statues. The garden blooms in a riot of flowers in April, and visitors can walk in the cool shade of the forested trails in summer. Recently, dinosaur footprints were found on the island, adding to its value. The island's cafe offers drinks and light snacks, along with a fantastic view of Haegeumgang Island and the surrounding blue sea. Oedo-Botania is only accessable via a ferry tour, and there are no accommodations on the island.

Sinseondae Observatory (신선대 전망대)

15.4 Km 16394 2022-11-17

San 21-19, Galgot-ri, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-639-3000

Sinseondae Observatory, located between Dojangpo Maeul and Haegeumgang, offers picturesque views of the fantastically shaped rocks against the deep-blue ocean hues. "Sinseon" in Korean means supernatural beings; the beauty of this spot is said to attract such beings to come frolic. The blue and yellow colors layered on the rocks tell a unique history of the terrain. A stairway from the road leads directly to the lookout point.
Just past a gas station along the coastal highway, Sinseondae Observatory reveals itself. Walking out onto the rocks of Sinseondae, views of the surrounding islands and incredible landscape open up to viewers. Many commercials and TV shows have been filmed here taking advantage of this amazing setting. April and May are the perfect times to see the bright-yellow canola flowers across the island.

Jisimdo Island (지심도)

15.7 Km 64775 2021-09-24

31-2, Jisimdo-gil, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-681-6007

Located 1.5 kilometers away to the east side of Irun-myeon, Geoje, Jisimdo Island is a very small island covering an area of just 0.338 ㎢ with a 3.5-kilometer long coast line. From Jangseungpohang Port, it takes approximately 15 minutes by ferry and visitors can tour the entire island within 2 hours.

The name of the island comes from its appearance resembling the Chinese character ‘sim (心).’ The island is home to abundant and old camellia trees more than any other islands in the southern sea, earning the nickname "Dongbaek (camellia) Island."

Haegeumgang Cruise (해금강유람선)

15.7 Km 61307 2024-03-20

270 Haegeumgang-ro, Nambu-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Haegeumgang Cruise is a tour boat offering sightseeing trips around Haegeumgang Islets, also known as the Geumgangsan Mountain of the Sea, renowned for its stunning scenery in Geojedo Island. The cruise departs from a quay in Galgot-ri, Nambu-myeon, near Haegeumgang Village by the seaside. The Haegeumgang Islets, located approximately 500 meters offshore, allow tourists to view various natural attractions from the sea, such as Sipjadonggul Cave, Sajabawi Rock, and Chotdaebawi Rock. A valid ID is required to board the cruise.

Haegeumgang Cheonyeonsong Hoe Restaurant (해금강천년송횟집)

15.9 Km 6656 2019-07-31

17, Haegeumgang 3-gil, Nambu-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-632-6210

Haegeumgang Cheonyeonsong Hoe Restaurant specializes in hoe (sliced raw fish) prepared with fresh, live fish caught by haenyeo (female divers). The main characteristic of this restaurant is that the customers enjoying their meal late afternoon can watch a magnificent view of the sun setting between Haegeumgang River and Sajabawi Rock.

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