Homigot Octopus Festival (호미곶 돌문어 수산물 축제)

18.2Km 2025-05-20

136 Haemaji-ro, Homigot-myeon, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-284-0575

The Homigot Octopus Festival is an annual festival held to celebrate the octopus harvested from the rocky coastal area around Homigot Peninsula. The octopus here are known for their chewy texture and high-quality taste. During the festival, visitors can enjoy freshly caught octopus from the East Sea, as well as take pictures in a vast field of canola flowers that bloom near the coast. Additional programs and experiences related to octopus are planned for the enjoyment of all.

Homigot Sunrise Square (호미곶 해맞이광장)

18.4Km 2025-07-21

20 Haemaji-ro 150beon-gil, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-270-5855

Homigot is located at the easternmost end of the Korean peninsula, in what would be considered to be the tail, if thinking of the Korean peninsula as a tiger. When Kim Jeongho made the Daedongyeojido Map, he visited this place seven times to confirm this area is in fact the easternmost part of Korea. Following the resources of Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute, the sunrise time of Homigot on January 1 is at 7:32 am, making it the earliest first sunrise of each year in Korea. The plaza was built to commemorate these research findings with the national Sunrise Festival. Nearby attractions include Korea's largest lighthouse, Homigot Lighthouse, established in 1908; Lighthouse Museum; Monument to Commemorate Lee Yuk-sa’s Patriotism; and Daebo Seawater Bath, using pure seawater of the East Sea.

When completed, Homigot Tourism Complex and Homigot Specialized Ocean Leisure Complex will be the largest tourism complex in the eastern coast district. It will include an ocean aquarium, Ocean Ecological Park, Youth Training facilities, beach dome, accommodation facilities, and other various stores as well.

Sangsaeng’s Hand, a two-part bronze sculpture shaped like a pair of hands, was constructed in December 1999. It is a signature symbol of the sunrise festival. The left hand is on the land and the right hand is in the ocean. It was built to give the message that all people are living together by helping one another like Sangsaeng, meaning coexistence in Korean. The base of the platform is an image of the sun and its two round rings refer to harmony. These two hands have memorial sprits of reconciliation and coexistence for celebrating a new millennium.

National Lighthouse Museum (국립등대박물관)

18.4Km 2025-02-04

20 Haemaji-ro 150beon-gil, Homigot-myeon, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

The National Lighthouse Museum, located in Homigot Cape, showcases the architecture, history, and artifacts of lighthouses. It features exhibition halls, an experience zone, and a café with ocean views. The outdoor exhibit includes the iconic Homigot Lighthouse. Visitors can enjoy hands-on activities like building lighthouses with blocks, aquarium experiences, puzzle assembly, and crafting their own lighthouses. Family-friendly programs include 2-day lighthouse trips and engaging educational activities designed to teach young children about navigational markers through play.

Homigot Lighthouse (호미곶 등대)

18.4Km 2025-01-21

20 Haemaji-ro 150beon-gil, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-284-9814

Homigot Lighthouse is located at Homigot Cape, listed as one of the 10 most scenic sites during the Joseon dynasty. It was the tallest lighthouse in Korea at the time of its opening on December 20, 1908. The octagonal, six-story building is 26.4 meters high, with a base circumference of 24 meters. It was built using red bricks and no reinforcing rods, designed in the 18th century renaissance style, with gable decorations over the entrance and windows. The ceiling on each floor is sculpted in the shape of pear blossoms, a symbol of the Joseon royalty, while the number of stairs totals to 108, reflective of Buddhist culture.

Wolpo Beach (월포해수욕장)

18.4Km 2024-11-05

2308 Haean-ro, Cheongha-myeon, Bukgo, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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The actual location of the Gongjin Beach from the drama. Wolpo Beach, just as its name suggests, a clear ocean reflecting the moon, the beach boasts a tranquil ambiance with a broad sandy beach and calm waters. On days off, many people come here to surf, reminiscent of Hong Du-sik's pastime.

Oksanseowon Confucian Academy [UNESCO World Heritage] (옥산서원 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

18.4Km 2023-04-17

216-27, Oksanseowon-gil, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-762-6567

Oksanseowon Confucian Academy was built to commemorate the academic achievements and virtues of Confucian scholar Yi Eon-jeok (1491-1553). It was founded in 1572, the fifth year of King Seonjo’s reign, and received its current name the following year. It was one of the 47 Confucian academies that was ruled out from the Confucian academy abolition order made by Heungseon Daewongun. Although the building structures do not carry significant meaning in architectural aspect, the distinguished space arrangement of the buildings is hard to go unnoticed. Dokrakdang Hall, which was Yi Eon-jeok’s vacation annex as well as his study room, is situated 700 meters away to the north from Oksanseowon.

Seokbyeong 1-ri (Hongbanjang’s house, Hyejin’s house) (석병1리)

18.5Km 2024-10-30

207 Ilchul-ro Guryongpo-eup, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do(Seokbyeong 1-ri Village Hall)

Gongjin Village's living quarters
This is where the residents of Gongjin Village live, with Hongbanjang's house on the sea side and Hyejin's house on the hill. However, these houses are inhabited by real residents, so you should look around quietly from the outside. Passing the village hall where the residents were having a feast and reaching the end of the breakwater, there is a red lighthouse where Hongbanjang and Hyejin had their wedding. The clear color makes it even prettier in the photo, so be sure to take a proof shot.

Dokrakdang House (경주 독락당)

18.6Km 2024-11-25

300-3 Oksanseowon-gil, Angang-eup, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Situated approximately 700 meters from Oksanseowon Confucian Academy, a UNESCO World Heritage site, lies this traditional estate. “Gyejeong” featured in movie “Alienoid” is a separate annex from Dokrakdang House. The vista from the Daecheongmaru (wooden veranda) of Gyejeong, set atop a natural rock foundation, evokes the imagery of a classical Korean painting. Meander through Oksanseowon Confucian Academy, immersing yourself in Korean nature, and savor a Hanok stay within the esteemed Dokrakdang House, a residence that boasts a history surpassing 500 years.

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The iconic scenes of Lee In coming across Hee-soo playing go and Lee In dipping Hee-soo’s injured foot into the stream were all filmed in the beautiful scenery found in Dongnakdang House and the nearby valley. Enter the Gyejeong Pavilion in Dongnakdang House for a journey back in time.

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