Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Baegasan Recreational Forest (백아산자연휴양림)’. 💡 Overview Baegasan Recreational Forest, opened in 1996, is a natural recreational area situated near Donghwa Grotto, at the foot of Baegasan Mountain (Elevation 810 meters). The area boasts picturesque landscapes with rocky cliffs and clear streams. Along with walking trails, the recreation forest…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Yeosu Yeongchwisan Mountain (영취산 (여수))’. 💡 Overview Yeongchwisan Mountain is not very tall, rising just 510 meters above sea level, but the mountain has long been deemed as a spiritual guardian of the Yeosu peninsula. During the old days, people held rituals for rain or offered wishful prayers…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Mokpo Special Tourist Zone (목포 관광특구)’. 💡 Overview Mokpo Tourism Special Zone spans a 6.9km stretch from the North Port to Yudalsan Mountain, old downtown area, Samhakdo Island, Gatbawi Rock, and the Peace Plaza in the new city center. It features historical sites from the Japanese colonial era,…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Suncheonman Wetland (순천만습지)’. 💡 Overview Suncheonman Wetland is one of the world’s top five coastal wetlands, stretching along a 3km river with mudflats and reed beds. The reed colonies serve as wintering and breeding grounds for various birds such as Hooded Cranes. The tidal flats are home to…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Hongdo Island (홍도)’. 💡 Overview Hongdo Island is a picturesque island located about a 2-hour and 30-minute ferry ride from Mokpo Harbor. The island earned its name due to its striking red appearance during sunset. It boasts stunning rock formations, coastal cliffs, and clear blue seas, creating a…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Yuldo Island (율도)’. 💡 Overview Yuldo Island is located just a 5-minute boat ride from Sinan-gun’s coast. It is also known as Bipa Island due to the abundance of loquat trees. Various subtropical and tropical species grow here, and deer, goats, and rabbits roam freely. The sunsets are…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Oedaldo Island (외달도)’. 💡 Overview Oedaldo Island is an island located 6 kilometers off the eastern coast of Mokpo. The island has clean beaches and a natural environment, earning it recognition from the Ministry of Environment and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport. The island is a popular…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Jogyesan Provincial Park (조계산도립공원)’. 💡 Overview Located in both Seungju-eup and Songgwang-myeon of Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do, Jogyesan Mountain has two famous Buddhist temples on it: Seonamsa Temple and Songgwangsa Temple. It is a relatively low mountain with rounded corners and a soft tranquility. The park is popular year round…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Suncheon Songgwangsa Temple (송광사(순천))’. 💡 Overview Songgwangsa Temple is a temple located to the west of Jogyesan Mountain and is known as one of the three priceless temples along with Haeinsa Temple in Hapcheon and Tongdosa Temple in Yangsan. It was founded during the Silla dynasty and boasts…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Juknokwon (Bamboo Garden) (죽녹원)’. 💡 Overview Juknokwon in Damyang is a bamboo forest cultivated by the town of Damyang. This bamboo forest, at approximately 160,000 ㎡ in size, was formed in May 2003. The rock steps and soft breeze blowing between the bamboo trees provide relief from daily…