Tourist Destination

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Hansando Island (한산도)’. 💡 Overview Hansando Island is located in the middle of Hallyeohaesang National Park. Despite this, it is more well-known for its historical importance in connection with Admiral Yi Sun-sin. This is where he commanded the fleets for a majority of the Imjin War (1592-1598). It…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Miryang Yeongnamnu Pavilion (밀양 영남루)’. 💡 Overview Located within Adongsan Mountain next to the Namcheongang River in Miryang, Yeongnamnu Pavilion (National Treasure No. 147) is one of three great pavilions of Korea together with Choseongnu Pavilion of Jinju and Bubyeongnu Pavilion of Pyeongyang. A two-story-pavilion with a hip-and-gable roof…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Jirisan National Park (Hadong Section) (지리산국립공원(하동))’. 💡 Overview Designated as the first national park in Korea on December 29, 1967, Jirisan National Park stretches out over 483.022 square kilometers, making it the largest national park among all 22 national parks. It covers Korea’s three southernmost provinces; Gyeongsangnam-do, Jeollanam-do,…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Deokpo Beach (덕포해수욕장)’. 💡 Overview Deokpo Beach is a white sandy beach in the city of Geoje in Gyeongsangnam-do. The 450 meter-long and 40 meter-wide beach offers fine sand, clear waters, a gentle slope and old sea pine trees along the coast. Nearby attractions include the Okpo Great…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Gimhae Gujibong Peak (김해 구지봉)’. 💡 Overview Gujibong Peak in Gusan-dong, Gimhae in Gyeongsangnam-do is believed to be the birthplace of King Suro, the founder of the Gaya kingdom. The peak was originally named Gusubong (“gu” meaning “turtle,” “su” meaning “head”) after its resemblance to the head of…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Hadong Pine Forest (하동송림)’. 💡 Overview Hadong Pine Forest grows along the Seomjingang River near Seomjingang Iron Bridge. It was planted in 1745, during the 21st year of Joseon King Yeongjo’s reign, to block wind and sand. Now, it is one of the best pine groves in Korea….

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Namhae Pyeonbaek National Recreational Forest (국립 남해편백자연휴양림)’. 💡 Overview Namhae Pyeonbaek National Recreational Forest, opened in 1998, is located near the south sea with a forest full of cypress trees. With a total area of 2.27 million square meters, the recreational forest is an ideal place for relaxation…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Chokseongnu Pavilion (촉석루)’. 💡 Overview Standing grandly above the rocky cliffs of Namgang River is Chokseongnu Pavilion, arguably one of the most beautiful nugak buildings (multi-storied structure without walls) in the Yeongnam region. Chokseongnu (historically known as ‘Jangwollu’) has undergone eight renovations since its establishment in the 28th…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Sancheong Daewonsa Temple (대원사(산청))’. 💡 Overview Located at the eastern foot of Jirisan Mountain, Daewonsa Temple was first built in 548 during the Silla dynasty, but it remained closed for over thousand years until it was renovated and made bigger with the name Daewon. Unfortunately, the entire premises…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Mireukdo Island Special Tourist Zone (미륵도 관광특구)’. 💡 Overview Mireukdo Island is located in Tongyeong, a city that holds great historical significance for being the home of the Tongjeyeong naval station during the Joseon dynasty. The Tongyeong base served as the central command station for the three other…