[Jeollanam-do] Heungguksa Temple (Yeosu) (흥국사 (여수))
The name of Heungguksa Temple means “if the country prospers, the temple does well.” The temple was established to pray for the country to flourish. Located on…
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[Jeollanam-do] Cheongwansan Provincial Park (천관산도립공원)
Cheongwansan Provincial Park is located on Cheongwansan Mountain, which is considered one of the best mountains in southwest Korea, along with Jirisan…
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[Jeollanam-do] Dolsanhang Port (돌산항)
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Dolsanhang Port (돌산항)’. 💡 Overview Dolsanhang Port is located on Dolsando Island in Gunnae-ri, Yeosu-si. It is a famous market for live fresh fish and a distribution center for seafood in the area. Yeosu local seafoods such as cuttlefish, octopus, and rock bream are available, however only wholesale…
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[Jeollanam-do] Nohwado Island (노화도)
Nohwado Island, a stopping point en route to Bogildo Island, is well known for its abalone and mussel production. The island produces 70% of Korea’s cultivated…
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[Jeollanam-do] Jinnamgwan Hall (여수 진남관)
Jinnamgwan Hall (National Treasure) is located at the site of the Jeolla Province naval base during the Joseon dynasty. At that time, it was a watchtower…
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[Jeollanam-do] Hataedo Island (하태도)
Hataedo Island is known to be first settled by Park Haeng-seo from the Miryang Park family when he moved out from Daeheuksando Island. The island was given its…
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[Jeollanam-do] Manseong-ri Black Sand Beach (만성리 검은모래해변)
Manseong-ri Black Sand Beach is located 3 kilometers to the north along the coastal road from Yeosu EXPO Station. The beach, 540 meters in length and 25 meters…
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[Jeollanam-do] Damyang Resort Spa (담양리조트 온천)
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Damyang Resort Spa (담양리조트 온천)’. 💡 Overview Damyang Resort is a large resort complex comprised of a hotel, spa, arboretum, and event plaza. The spa is spread over a ground floor and basement floor, with both men’s and women’s pools, as well as many event pools and an…
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[Jeollanam-do] Expo Ocean Park (엑스포해양공원)
Expo Ocean Park offers waterfront walking paths for strolls along the sea. Visitors can also take part in dynamic marine leisure sports programs or watch the…
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[Jeollanam-do] Soswaewon Garden (담양 소쇄원)
Soswaewon Garden is a private garden from the Joseon period where Korea’s traditional beauty is preserved. It was built by Yang San-Bo (1503-1557) after he…