Daeyasan Mountain (대야산) – Homepage www.gbmg.go.kr Daeyasan Mountain is a stunning peak standing at an elevation of 931 meters within the confines of Songnisan National Park. It boasts picturesque valleys, including Seonyudonggyegok Valley and Yongchugyegok Valley. Among the notable attractions within Yongchugyegok Valley is the Yongchupokpo Falls, characterized by its three-tiered cascades, with a unique…

Oryu Goarahaebyeon Beach (오류고아라해변) – Homepage www.gyeongju.go.kr Oryu Goarahaebyeon Beach, located near Gampo Port, is known for its soft sand and is famous for sand baths. It’s an ideal spot for camping, boasting a 1km stretch of white sandy beach, shallow waters, and a lush pine forest. Within the pine forest, there’s a campsite where…

Dorisa Temple (Gumi) (도리사(구미)) – Homepage www.dorisa.or.kr/ Dorisa Temple, established in 417 as the earliest temple of the Silla dynasty on Naengsan Mountain, is steeped in legend. It’s said that even in winter, the peach and plum blossoms here were in full bloom, marking the site as auspicious for temple construction. Hence, the temple’s name,…

Birth Home of President Park Chung-hee (박정희 대통령 생가) – Homepage www.presidentparkchunghee.or.kr President Park Chung-hee, who served five terms in office, was born in this rural house built around 1900 and lived here for twenty years until 1937. Designated as a Gyeongsangbuk-do Monument in 1993, it is managed by his family and Gumi City. Next…

Haeunsa Temple (Gumi) (해운사(구미)) Haeunsa Temple, nestled on the slopes of Geumosan Mountain in Gumi, offers convenient access owing to the opening of the Geumosan cable car. Originally founded as Daehyeolsa Temple towards the end of the Silla period, it underwent significant reconstruction after its destruction during the Japanese Invasion of Korea. The temple was…

Janggakpokpo Falls (장각폭포) Janggakpokpo Falls cascades from Cheonwangbong Peak, the summit of Songnisan Mountain. This six-meter-tall waterfall, with its abundant flow, creates a magnificent vista framed by uniquely shaped rocky cliffs and ancient pine trees. The waterfall’s roar is thunderous and its pool deep, contributing to its grandeur. Above the falls lies Geumnanjeong Pavilion, and…

Daegacheongyeogok Valley (Muheulgugok) (대가천계곡(무흘구곡)) Daegacheongyeogok Valley starts just past Seongju Dam and winds its way towards Cheongamsagyegok Valley in Gimcheon city. The valley’s crystal-clear waters, combined with its unique rock formation, creates a spectacular view. Its broad expanse, gentle flow, and shallow depths make it a popular summer getaway. Lifeguards are on duty from early…

Jangsa Beach (장사해수욕장) Spanning 900 meters, Jangsa Beach is renowned for its pristine white sands and an average water depth of 1.5 meters. The beach’s clear waters and gentle slope make it a perfect spot for family summer vacations. Its unique grainy sand doesn’t cling to the skin, allowing visitors to comfortably stroll barefoot or…

Yeongju Modern History & Culture Street (영주근대역사문화거리) Yeongju Modern History and Culture Street serves as a historical and cultural hub, encapsulating the life and times of early twentieth-century Yeongju. The street is dotted with cultural properties officially recognized by the Cultural Heritage Administration. Highlights include the preserved official residences No. 5 and No. 7 of…

Maguryeong Pass / Gochiryeong Pass (마구령/고치령) Maguryeong Pass and Gochiryeong Pass stand as iconic hills of Sobaeksan Mountain. They are known for their historical significance as rugged pathways where people and goods traversed during the Goryeo and Joseon dynasties. Situated on the easternmost edge of Sobaeksan Mountain, Maguryeong Pass derives its name from its function:…