Maryang Port (마량미향(마량항)) Maryang Port, situated along the pristine waters linking Wando Island, the Dadohae islands, and Jeju, is a notable destination. From April to October, it becomes the venue for the Maryang Nolto Fish Market every Saturday. This market is celebrated for its lavish food selections and the spectacle of raw fish being expertly…

Nokdong Port (녹동항) – Homepage www.tour.goheung.go.kr Located at the heart of maritime transportation connecting Sorokdo Island, Geomundo Island, and Jeju-do, Nokdong Port serves as a pivotal harbor. Annually in May, the Nokdong Maritime Fireworks Festival and Music Festival take place at the port. From May to November, every Saturday evening, a drone show is held…

Ikgeum Beach (익금해수욕장) – Homepage www.tour.goheung.go.kr/tour Ikgeum Beach is a beach in Goheung, featuring the blue waters of the Namhae sea and lush pine forests. With shallow depths and gentle slopes, its clean waters and white sandy beaches make it ideal for swimming. It’s not too crowded, making it suitable for a relaxing getaway, and…

Saseongam Hermitage (Gurye) (사성암(구례)) – Homepage www.gurye.go.kr/tour Saseongam Hermitage is a hermitage located at the peak of Osan in Gurye (elevation 531m). It is estimated to have been built during the Baekje period (B.C. 18-A.D. 660). Many people visit it to see the sanctuary where the 53 statues of the Buddhist Avatamsaka Sutra are enshrined….

National Center for Forest Education, Naju (국립나주숲체원) – Homepage www.fowi.or.kr National Center for Forest Education, Naju is a national recreational facility located on Geumseongsan Mountain. It operates customized forest education and cultural programs based on the wild tea plantation of Geumseongsan Mountain and the culture of Naju. Utilizing the facilities of the forest center and…

Bulhoesa Temple (Naju) (불회사(나주)) – Homepage www.bulhoesa.org Bulhoesa Temple is a temple located in the middle of Deongnyongsan Mountain. It exudes a simple yet devout atmosphere. Behind it lies a beautiful forest of camellia trees. At the entrance of the temple, there are two stone Jangseung figures estimated to have been made around 1719. Jangseung…

Catholic Mokpo Shrine (가톨릭 목포 성지) Catholic Mokpo Shrine is not only the starting point of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Gwangju, a central hub of Catholicism in Korea, but also the place where the first Legion of Mary (Lay Faith Community) headquarters in Korea was established. At the heart of the shrine stands the…

Yeosu Industrial Complex (여수 국가산업단지) Yeosu Industrial Complex, established in 1967, is the largest petrochemical industrial complex in Korea. It holds significant historical importance as a space that has driven the economic development of Korea. With thousands of lights installed in massive machinery and facilities, it forms a dazzling night view, making it a popular…

Yeosu Gasari Ecology Park (여수 가사리 생태공원) Yeosu Gasari Ecology Park is a converted wetland area where the sea and river meet. It features various wetland plants and bird species, along with expansive reed fields and deck paths. Equipped with bicycle paths, it is also popular among travelers who enjoy cycling. During sunset, visitors can…

Jeonnam Wando Cheongsando Island (Cittaslow) (전남 완도 청산도 [슬로시티]) – Homepage cittaslowcoreaeng.imweb.me Cheongsando Island is an island located in the southern part of Korea, reachable by passenger ferry from Wando in about 40 minutes. The traditional rural village landscape is well preserved here. The name “Cheongsan” means “green mountain,” and true to its name, the…