Myeongsa Beach (명사해수욕장) – Homepage tour.geoje.go.kr/ Located in Nambu-myeon, Geoje-si, Myeongsa Beach is celebrated for its fine sandy quality and clear sea waters, inspiring its name, Myeongsa (the Bright Sand). The beach, featuring moderate water temperatures and gentle depths, offers an ideal summer escape with pine forests framing the pristine white sands. A specific section…

Sanbangsan Secret Garden (산방산 비원) Situated on the slopes of Sanbangsan Mountain in Geojedo Island, Sanbangsan Secret Garden offers a harmonious setting with flowing waterfalls and valleys, hosting over 1,000 species of wildflowers and rare plants. Seasonal displays include Thunberg Onion, Golden Saxifrage, and Aquilegia. The garden features twenty themed areas, such as a Hydrangea…

Mujinjeong Pavilion (무진정(함안)) – Homepage www.haman.go.kr Mujinjeong Pavilion was built atop a hill to enjoy the surrounding scenery. It was built in 1567 by the descendants of Mujin in honor of his memory. Mujin passed the government officer exam in 1483 and was promoted in 1507. The pavilion is built with three kan (space between…

Jinjuseong Fortress (진주성) – Homepage www.jinju.go.kr Jinjuseong Fortress, initially erected in ancient times, was expanded in 1379 to fend off pirate invasions. It saw two battles during the Imjin War (1592-1598). Inside, there are structures like Chokseongnu Pavilion, Jinju National Museum, a victory monument, an outdoor stage, and cafés. The castle overlooks the scenic Namgang…

Somangjinsan Lantern Theme Park (소망진산 유등테마공원) – Homepage www.jinju.go.kr Somangjinsan Lantern Theme Park was created to display the history and culture of the Namgang River and Jinjuseong Fortress through lanterns, the focal point of the Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival. The rooftop rest area offers amazing views of the Namgang River, as well as a variety…

Jinyangho Park (진양호 공원 (진양호 전망대, 동물원)) – Homepage www.jinju.go.kr/park/ Jinyangho Park is situated around Jinyangho Lake, the only manmade lake in Gyeongsangnam-do. The park is complete with a range of facilities and amenities, including a zoo that is home to tigers, lions, bears, eagles, giraffes, and many more animals. Another popular attraction within the…

Geojedo Island (거제도) – Homepage tour.geoje.go.kr – Tel +82-55-639-3399 Geojedo Island is the second-largest island in South Korea, connected to Tongyeong-si by the Geojedaegyo Bridge and to Busan-si by the Geogadaegyo Bridge. It boasts numerous tourist attractions such as Haegeumgang Islets, Oedo Botania, Maemiseong Fortress, and Geoje P.O.W. Camp Historic Park. Famous for its local…

Aranggak Pavilion (아랑각) – Homepage tour.miryang.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) www.cha.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) – Tel +82-55-359-5788 Located in Naeil-dong in Miryang, Gyeongsangnam-do Province, Aranggak Pavilion sits in a bamboo forest. It is said to have been built to appease the spirit of a young woman named Arang, who met an unfortunate death. According…

Hobaksogyegok Valley (호박소계곡) – Homepage tour.miryang.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) – Tel +82-55-359-5361 Hobaksogyegok Valley is located within Gajisan Mountain approximately 3 kilometers away from Eoreumgol Valley in Jaeyaksan Mountain, where the water originates. The valley offers beautiful surroundings and clear water developed over the years. Hobakso Pond, shape like a grain-grinding tool, is located…

Hwangmaesan County Park (황매산군립공원) – Homepage https://www.hc.go.kr/hwangmaesan.web – Tel +82-55-930-4752 Located at the border between Gahoe-myeon and Daebyeong-myeon of Hapcheon, Hwangmaesan Mountain has long been considered a guardian mountain of Hapcheon, but was rarely ever featured in hiking or tourist publications. Thanks to this, the mountain’s natural environment has been kept in pristine condition. In…