Cheongdoeupseong Walled Town (청도읍성) – Homepage www.cheongdo.go.kr The walled town was built during the Goryeo dynasty and has endured through the Joseon dynasty and to the present. The walled town was destroyed during a war in the mid-Joseon dynasty and demolished under Japanese colonial rule, but it was restored and reconstructed to what visitors see…
Gwaneumdo Island (관음도) – Homepage ulleung.go.kr Gwaneumdo Island is the third largest island among the islands around Ulleungdo Island. Gwaneumdo Island was originally connected to Ulleungdo Island, but as a result of being eroded by the sea for a long time, it separated from Ulleungdo Island. There is a suspension bridge between the two islands,…
Zootopium (주토피움) – Homepage blog.naver.com/qkekto222 Zootopium is the largest animal & plant themed park in Gyeongsangbuk-do, home to over 200 species. The park provides the perfect environment for children to learn more about nature and living organisms. The park features both indoor and outdoor sections, as well as amenities such as a restaurant and play…
Confucian Land (유교랜드) – Homepage www.confucianland.com Confucian Land, located within Andong Culture & Tourism Resort, is a themed exhibition hall that focuses on Korea’s Confucian culture. The facility uses the edu-tainment method to make a difficult subject matter easy to understand for young children. Exhibitions include the teachings of famous Confucian scholars like Toegye Yi…
Yekki Village (예끼마을) – Homepage www.yeggistory.com Yekki Village is an artistic village in Andong. The alleyways are decorated with colorful murals, the galleries feature work from local artists, and visitors can experience a hanok experience. The biggest charm of the village is the Sunseong Susang-gil Waterway, a floating path across the lake. – Address :…
Mungyeongsaejae Open Set (문경새재 오픈세트장) – Homepage www.gbmg.go.kr/tour (Korean only) Mungyeongsaejae Open Set has been used for a variety of historical publications, including “Taejo Wang Geon (2000),” “Dae Jo Yeong (2006),” “Sungkyunkwan Scandal (2010),” “Moon Embracing the Sun (2012),” “Jeon Woo-chi (2012),” and “Masquerade (2012).” In 2008, the Goryeo Dynasty set was dismantled and redesigned…
Space Walk (스페이스워크) – Homepage www.pohang.go.kr – Tel +82-54-270-5176 Space Walk is a unique track 333 meters high with 717 steps in total. The curved steel frame with bright lightings portray the symbol of Pohang “the city of steel and light.” Visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the city and factories, as well as…
Gyeongju Expo Park (경주엑스포공원) – Homepage www.cultureexpo.or.kr Gyeongju Expo Park is located in the Bomun Tourist Complex in Gyeongju, offering a thematic experience of Korean culture through exhibitions, performances, and hands-on activities showcasing the art and culture of the Silla dynasty (BC 57-AD 935). The park features various attractions such as Gyeongju Tower, Timeless Media…
Yeongildae Beach (영일대해수욕장) – Homepage https://www.pohang.go.kr/phtour/ – Tel +82-54-270-2114 With an area of 406,613.4 m² and a length of 1,750 meters, Yeongildae Beach is the largest beach on Korea’s eastern coast. Along with Songdo Beach, it is known as one of the most popular beaches in Pohang. It is a great place for families and…
Menge Village (맹개마을) – Homepage booking.naver.com Nestled between Cheongnyangsan Mountain and Nakdonggang River, Menge Village in Andong is a hidden gem that offers unique immersive experiences. Accessible only through a boat or a tractor, the experiential village accepts visitors only with accommodation or experience program reservation. The village offers beautiful scenery throughout the year, however,…