Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Heungguksa Temple (Yeosu) (흥국사 (여수))’. 💡 Overview 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 Yeongchwisan Mountain, Heunaguksa was founded by Bojo Guksa in 1195. Within the compound are…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Cheongwansan Provincial Park (천관산도립공원)’. 💡 Overview Cheongwansan Provincial Park is located on Cheongwansan Mountain, which is considered one of the best mountains in southwest Korea, along with Jirisan, Naejangsan, Wolchulsan and Naebyeonsan mountains. The name of Cheongwan comes from the fact that the surrounding boulders resemble a thorny…
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…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Nohwado Island (노화도)’. 💡 Overview 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 abalone, and offers seashell harvesting programs. Other attractions include Nohwa Red Sea, Geuknaksa Temple, and the 450-year-old…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Jinnamgwan Hall (여수 진남관)’. 💡 Overview 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 called Jimhaeru, where Admiral Yi Sun-sin commanded his forces during the Imjin War (1592-1598). The original…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Hataedo Island (하태도)’. 💡 Overview 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 name for being the southernmost island among three clustered islands that produce abundant edible seaweed….
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Manseong-ri Black Sand Beach (만성리 검은모래해변)’. 💡 Overview 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 in x_width, has an average water temperature of 25 degrees Celsius. The…
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…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Expo Ocean Park (엑스포해양공원)’. 💡 Overview 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 multimedia BIG-O Show. In addition, the establishment offers facilities such as exhibition halls and seminar rooms…
Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Soswaewon Garden (담양 소쇄원)’. 💡 Overview 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 gave up his success when his mentor Jo Gwang-Jo (1482-1519) was killed during political strife. Soswaewon Garden…