Chisanseowon Confucian Academy (치산서원)

14.3Km 2020-02-05

7, Chisullyeong-gil, Dudong-myeon, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-204-0324

Relics of Park Jesang is also referred to as Chisanseowon Confucian Academy.

Park Jesang, a descendent of Park Hyeokgeose, was severly tortured and then burned to death after rescuing two hostages taken by Japan, who were the brothers of King Nulji.

The nearby temple and Mangbuseok have a folk tale regarding the story. His wife and two daughters died waiting for him and then his wife is said to have turned into Mangbuseok (faithful wife stone) in the eastern Chisullyeong Mountain in Manhwa-ri, Dudong-myeon. According to the legend, her spirit became a bird, and flew away to hide behind Euneulam (Bird Hidden Rock).

After Park Jesang's couragous act, King Nulji gave him a loyal officers position as well as the role of godmother to his wife for her model behavior of wifely duty. Chisanseowon Confucian Academy keeps their ancestral tablets to honor royalty.

60Hz (60헤르츠)

15.0Km 2023-12-22

612 Donghaean-ro, Dong-gu, Ulsan

60 Hz, the most comfortable and safe frequency level for humans, is a bakery cafe located in Donghaean-ro, Dong-gu, Ulsan. 60Hz takes up the entire building and has antique-style furniture. It also has a floor-to-ceiling windows, so visitors can get a glimpse of the sea from anywhere they sit. In addition, both the first and second floors are divided into indoor and outdoor areas, with an outdoor terrace on the first floor and a rooftop on the second floor, offering a nice view.
* Pets are not allowed

Jujeon Mongdol Beach (주전몽돌해변)

15.0Km 2023-01-03

Jujeon-dong, Dong-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-229-6174

Jujeon Mongdol Beach is one of 12 must visit attractions of Ulsan. Jujeon meaning red ground, for the ground has a red hue. The 1.5 kilometer-long beach is filled with black pebbles and has various oddly formed rocks.

Supaeseo (숲애서)

15.1Km 2024-12-10

Anti-aging and Healing Service Experience Center, 248 Tapgol-gil, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Supaeseo, which opened in July 2021, is the first publicly operated healing experience center. The center helps visitors enjoy a slow and healthy life filled with love, while being surrounded by the clean forests of Daeunsan Mountain, Yangsan. Visitors can experience therapy programs, therapy meals, and recreational accommodations all in one place. The center is dedicated to improving visitors' quality of life through rest, forest therapy, and health therapy programs in the clean nature of Daeunsan Mountain.

Eonyang Giwajip Bulgogi (언양기와집불고기)

15.3Km 2025-03-28

86 Heonnyang-gil, Eonyang-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

* 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.

Eonyang Giwajip Bulgogi is a more than 40-year-old establishment housed in a renovated hanok with a history exceeding 100 years. Eonyang bulgogi is crafted by finely mincing beef, seasoning it with various spices, and grilling it on charcoal until it becomes wide and flat. The use of a gridiron for grilling imparts a distinct smoky flavor, and the mild seasoning contributes to a pleasant texture. When wrapped in fresh vegetables alongside pajeori (green onions), the combination produces an outstanding taste. The doenjang jjigae (soybean paste jjigae) and side dishes, known for their subtle seasoning, offer a clean and refreshing taste.

Eonyang Jinmi Bulgogi (언양진미불고기)

15.4Km 2024-02-20

33 Jungpyeong-ro, Samnam-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

Eonyang Jinmi Bulgogi specializes in using Korean beef to create tender and flavorful Jinmi Bulgogi, where the natural taste of the ingredients is preserved. The signature dish features fresh beef topped with plenty of minced garlic, grilled to perfection over charcoal. The rich and well-presented side dishes, including yukhoe (beef tartare), complement the main dish and enhance the overall dining experience. The unique aspect of Eonyang Jinmi Bulgogi is the enjoyment of the dish without broth, grilling the meat on the grid and savoring it with green onion threads.

Galbi Gurakbu (갈비구락부)

15.6Km 2024-02-20

34-12 Namsangpyeong 2-gil, Samnam-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

Galbi Gurakbu specializes in Eonyang bulgogi (Eonyang-style bulgogi), exclusively using the highest-grade female Korean beef. Eonyang bulgogi involves finely minced beef, generously seasoned, and grilled wide and flat on a gridiron. The mild seasoning ensures a pleasant texture without being overly stimulating. The restaurant boasts other excellent dishes, including siraegi doenjang jjigae (dried radish leaf soybean paste jjigae), so deungsim gui (grilled beef sirloin), yukhoe (beef tartare), and sogalbisal (grilled boneless galbi). Conveniently located, just a 5-minute taxi ride from KTX Ulsan Station.

Jogeummaru (조금마루)

15.9Km 2024-02-20

9 Seosangpyeonggangbyeon-gil, Samnam-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

Jogeummaru is a duck specialty restaurant that exclusively utilizes domestically-raised ducks in its culinary creations. The ducks are raised with sulfur, contributing to a clean and rich flavor profile, free from undesirable odors. The signature menu features ori yangnyeom bulgogi (duck bulgogi), ori tang (duck soup), and ori sutbul gui (charcoal-grilled duck). Ori yangnyeom bulgogi entails duck marinated in a spicy seasoning, grilled on a pan with added chives. Ori tang is a meticulously prepared broth cooked for 12 hours, incorporating various vegetables. Additionally, eomnamu ori baeksuk (whole duck soup with castor aralia) offers a unique dish where duck is boiled with medicinal herbs.

Naewonam Hermitage (Ulsan) (내원암 (울산))

16.0Km 2025-03-28

382, Daeunsangdae-gil, Onyang-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-238-5088

* 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.

Naewonam Hermitage is located on Daeunsan Mountain in Ulsan. Daewonsa, the once head temple of this hermitage, was located at the entrance to the complex, but only the remains exist today. The valley around the hermitage is famous for its clean and clear waters. The 500-year-old nettle tree within the hermitage grounds catches the eye for resembling an elephant. An annual music concert performed by Buddhist monks from Ulsan City takes place at Naewonam Hermitage.

Gang-dong Sea Water Spa (강동해수온천)

16.7Km 2024-02-20

1418 Donghaean-ro, Buk-gu, Ulsan

Gang-dong Sea Water Spa is a hotspring that utilizes seawater from the sea in front of Jeongja, boiling it at temperatures exceeding 100°C, resulting in high salinity and excellent sterilizing effects. The facility offers a range of baths, including Iodine Bath, Cold Seawater Bath, Hot Seawater Bath, and Trench Hot Bath. Renowned for the exceptional quality of its seawater, the hotspring attracts numerous visitors seeking its therapeutic benefits. The breathtaking view of the sea from the baths adds to the overall experience.

Chisanseowon Confucian Academy (치산서원) - Area information - Korea travel information