Sinji Myeongsasimni Beach (신지 명사십리해수욕장) – Homepage www.wando.go.kr/tour – Tel +82-61-550-6921 Sinji Myeongsasimni Beach is located at the center of Dadohaehaesang National Park. The beach got its name from its singing sand, and the name can be literally translated to “sound of sand that can be heard from 4 kilometers away.” The beach shore has…
Anak Beach (안악해수욕장) – Homepage www.hampyeong.go.kr – Tel +82-61-320-1784 Anak Beach is a white sand beach that stretches for more than 200 meters and is bordered by a forest of pine trees. In addition to the gorgeous scenery, a major draw is the great seafood like fresh mullets, long-legged octopuses, small shrimps, and other local…
Jiri Beach (지리해수욕장) – Homepage www.wando.go.kr – Tel +82-61-550-6495 Jiri Beach offers a beautiful view of the sunset and is regarded as one of the best beaches on Cheongsando Island. With its clean, shallow waters and fine white sand, it is a great vacation spot for families. The beach stretches for 1 kilometer, is 100…
Dolsan Park (돌산공원) – Homepage tour.yeosu.go.kr – Tel +82-61-659-4628 Dolsan Park, located across from Dolsan Bridge, was created in 1987 on land spanning over 287,000 square meters. A teahouse inside the park was originally a TV drama shooting set. The teahouse offers a fine view of Dolsan Bridge, so visitors often stop by to drink…
Muan Ecological Tidal Flat Land (무안황토갯벌랜드(구 무안생태갯벌센터)) – Homepage getbol.muan.go.kr – Tel +82-61-450-5634 Muan Ecological Tidal Flat Land in Muan, Jeollanam-do was established in an effort to raise awareness of the ecology and importance of natural wetlands. It is the nation’s largest educational center for natural ecology. In addition to the main research center, visitors…
Tommeori Beach (톱머리 해수욕장) – Homepage tour.muan.go.kr – Tel +82-61-454-5224 Tommeori Beach can be characterized by the extremes shown at high and low tides. The endless stretch of white sandy beach during the low tide and the dense black pine forest offer a spectacular view. The shallow waters and low slope make it a great…
Jeungdo Ujeon Beach (증도 우전해수욕장) – Homepage tour.shinan.go.kr – Tel +82-61-240-8758 Ujeon Beach stretches 4 kilometers in length on the southwestern coast of the island of Jeungdo, the biggest natural salt producer in Korea. The silvery white sand as well as the view of the sealine dotted with over 90 deserted islands make Ujeon Beach…
Naju Geumseonggwan Hall (나주 금성관) – Homepage www.cha.go.krwww.naju.go.kr – Tel +82-61-339-8613 Naju Geumseonggwan Hall was a state-run guesthouse for government officials during the Joseon period. It was the venue for ceremonial praise rituals for the king, taking place on the first and 15th of each month, as well as banquets held in honor of visiting…
Jangheung Jeongnamjin (정남진(장흥)) – Homepage www.jangheung.go.kr – Tel +82-61-860-5772 Jangheung-gun’s Jeongnamjin is the warmest place on the Korean mainland. The region has a diverse natural environment including stunning views of mountains, fields, the ocean, lakes, rivers and streams. It also has several cultural and tourist sites such as Cheongwansan Mountain, Bangchon Cultural Village, and Borimsa…
Naju Moksanaea (나주목사내아) – Homepage www.naju.go.kr – Tel +82-61-332-6565 Naju Moksanaea was the private residence of Naju’s moksa, the title of highest official in the region. This traditional hanok house was built in 1825 and follows the traditional hanok design of a wealthy aristocrat. It is recognized as Jeollanam-do Cultural Hertiage Material. – Address :…