Seongnamsa Temple (석남사 울산)

12.9Km 2020-03-17

557, Seongnam-ro, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-264-8900

The name of the temple is believed to have originated from the fact that it is located south of Gajisan Mountain or Seokansan Mountain. Built in 824 A.D. (during the 16th year of King Heondeok’s reign), the temple was destroyed during the Japanese Invasions of Korea (1592-1598) and rebuilt in 1674 (during the 15th year of King Hyeongjong’s reign). Since then, it has gone through rebuilding several times. Consisting of 30 buildings, the temple is home to many Buddhist nuns.

Seongnamsa Three Story Pagoda (Local Tangible Cultural Property No. 5) was built in 824 A.D. by Monk Doui, reflecting his wish of protecting the country from foreign invasions. The pagoda was initially placed in front of Daeungjeon, but moved to the current location in 1973. Other notable relics in the temple include the Statue of Monk Doui (National Treasure No. 369), Three Story Sarira Pagoda, and Stone Water Tank (Cultural Property Material No. 4).

Ganwolsan Mountain (간월산)

13.2Km 2021-06-30

614, Ganwolsan-gil, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-277-0101

Ganwolsan Mountain is a popular destination for hikers in the Ulsan and Busan area as well as other regions of Gyeongsangnam-do. In early August, the reeds and lilies near the summit create a splendid view. To the west, the deep Naerijeong and Wangbonggol Valleys channel clean water to Baenaegol Pass.

From the Ganwolgogae Pass, hikers can follow the Singal Path to Wanbonggol Pass towards Paraeso Falls. There, visitors will find a cave called Jungnimgul, which is sacred Catholic ground often visited by the Catholic faithful. The first church built by Catholics in the Yeongnam region to escape persecution is found in Buldanggol Pass in Ganwolsan Mountain area. The tomb of Kim Agatha who died in persecution is also in the Ganwolgol Valley.

Olive Young - Ulsan Okdong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 울산옥동점)

13.4Km 2024-06-27

1F, 336, Munsu-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan

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Artbox - Ulsan Okdong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 울산옥동점)

13.4Km 2024-06-27

339, Munsu-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan

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Ulsan Grand Park Rose Festival (울산대공원 장미축제)

13.5Km 2024-04-17

377, Nambusunhwando-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-229-3341

Ulsan Grand Park Rose Festival has on exhibit about 3 million roses in a vast rose garden. The festival offers diverse views of beautiful roses along with dynamic performances and participation events.

Taehwagang Donggulpia (태화강동굴피아)

13.5Km 2024-02-20

306 Namsan-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan

Taehwagang Donggulpia has transformed several artificial caves created by the Japanese military during the Japanese colonial period into a tourist attraction, originally intended for storing military supplies. Visitors can catch a glimpse of Ulsan's history and way of life during that era. Outside the caves, there is an artificial falls, and inside, various experiential zones such as the Cave Adventure Zone, Digital Sketch Experience Zone, and Lighting Art Zone offer diverse interactive experiences.

Ulsan Grand Park (울산대공원)

13.9Km 2024-11-11

94 Daegongwon-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-271-8816

Ulsan Grand Park, located in Namgu Ok-dong, is an ecotype city park with multiple attractions. The park offers huge swimming pool, a theme park, an outdoor concert area, multipurpose sports field and more. The outdoor theme park offers 4 different size ponds, a walking trail, playgrounds, outdoor concert hall, squares, multipurpose sports field and picnic areas. Also near the South gate, you can find a butterfly field, rose garden, and a small zoo.

Taehwagang Maduhee Festival (태화강 마두희 축제)

14.2Km 2025-04-22

Seongnam-dong, Jung-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-244-2008

The Taehwagang Maduhee Festival, held in Ulsan, celebrates the traditional tug-of-war game known as Maduhee, which has been passed down for over 320 years. This summer festival offers a unique blend of activities, including the grand Maduhee tug-of-war, which invites everyone to join, and water-based programs on the Taehwagang River. The festival is known for its distinctive and engaging attractions.

Unmunsan National Recreational Forest (국립 운문산자연휴양림)

14.3Km 2025-03-28

763 Unmun-ro, Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54--371-1323

* Please be advised that this is located in one of the areas affected by the recent wildfire (as of March 27, 2025).

** For real-time wildfire information and emergency upates, visit the Korea Forestfire Information website and the National Disaster and Safety Portal.

Unmunsan National Recreational Forest in Cheongdo, Gyeongsangbuk-do is located at the foot of Unmunsan Mountain (1,188 meters), which is also called Hogeosan Mountain. It is a great place to spend time in summer for hiking and camping, surrounded by taller mountains (more than 1,000 meters above sea level) such as Munboksan Mountain (1,014 meters) and Gajisan Mountain (1,240 meters).

Yongmipokpo Falls (20 meters) and Byeokgyesu Valley, in which the waters flow across the sandless rock bed, are famous locales in the forest. Located in a thick broadleaf forest, inhabited by many diverse species such as Korean mountain camellia, Unmunsan National Recreational Forest offers lush greenery in summer, beautiful foliage in autumn, and cozy, splendid snowscapes along with the Yongmi Ice Wall in winter. In Unmunryeong, located 2.5 kilometers to the east, visitors can watch the spectacular sunrise above the East Sea.

Artbox - Ulsan Seongnam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 울산성남)

14.4Km 2024-04-22

70, Jeolmeumui-geori, Jung-gu, Ulsan

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