Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Hajodo Lighthouse (하조도 등대)’. 💡 Overview Hajodo Lighthouse is responsible for safely guiding ships passing through Jangjuk waterway, the key route that connects the southern and western coasts. The beacon can be seen from as far as 39 meters asea. The waters passing between Hajodo Island and Jindo…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Unjusa Temple (운주사)’. 💡 Overview Unjusa Tmeple was called Bibosa Temple during the late Silla Period. However, during excavation work that took place between 1984 and 1989, it was discovered to have been built long before that during the early Goryeo period. The temple fell into disrepair after…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Bangjukpo Beach (방죽포해변)’. 💡 Overview Nestled on the east coast of Dolsando Island, the tranquil waters have mild waves that lap up on the shiny golden sand along Bangjukpo Beach. Nearby, there is a thick pine grove with trees over 200 years old. This area is blessed with…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Seomjingang River (섬진강)’. 💡 Overview The Seomjingang River, one of the four major rivers in Korea, starts from Imsil and Sunchang. It merges with several bodies of water in Gokseong, Gurye and Hadong before flowing into the South Sea.In Gokseong, the Seomjingang River is also known as the…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Taeansa Temple (태안사)’. 💡 Overview Located on the foot of Dongnisan Mountain, Taeansa Temple was built by three monks during the reign of the Silla King, Gyeongdeok (742). Afterwards, Monk Hyecheol constructed a large temple with 132 rooms during Goryeo Taejo’s reign, which was established as a central…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Suncheon Heungryunsa Temple (흥륜사 (순천))’. 💡 Overview Heungryunsa Temple is a missionary center of the Hwaeomsa Temple. Located in Jukdobong Park (downtown Suncheon), the site was previously used as an archery range. *History Heungryunsa Temple is a branch of Hwaeomsa Temple, which is the 19th local temple of…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Gurye Seomjingang Cherry Blossom Trail (구례 섬진강 벚꽃길)’. 💡 Overview The Seomjingang Cherry Blossom Trail in Gurye follows National Roads 17 and 19 along the pristine Seomgjingang River. Stretching over 3 kilometers, the trail is lined with cherry blossom trees planted in 1992. As well as being a…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Mopyeong Village (모평마을)’. 💡 Overview Located in Hampyeong-gun, Jeollanamdo, Mopyeong Village is a scenic farming village that is rich in tradition and history. From the moment you start walking down the stonewall-lined path into town, this small village will capture your heart. The village’s important history (including its…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Gangjin Goryeo Celadon Kiln Site (강진 고려청자 요지)’. 💡 Overview Daegu-myeon of Gangjin-gun was the primary site of Goryeo dynasty celadon production between the 9th and the 14th centuries. Covering approximately 150 acres of land in nine villages, the area has been designated as the National Historical Site…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Hajodo Island (하조도)’. 💡 Overview Hajodo Island is named after the 154 small and big islands making up the islets that resemble a flock of birds. One of the beauties of Hajodo Island is the splendid harmony created between the land and sea. It offers a view of…