Baegasan Recreational Forest (백아산자연휴양림) Baegasan Recreational Forest, opened in 1996, is a natural recreational area situated near Donghwa Grotto, at the foot of Baegasan Mountain (Elevation 810 meters). The area boasts picturesque landscapes with rocky cliffs and clear streams. Along with walking trails, the recreation forest offers accommodation facilities such as great lawn, fitness training…

Yeosu Yeongchwisan Mountain (영취산 (여수)) – Homepage tour.yeosu.go.kr Yeongchwisan Mountain is not very tall, rising just 510 meters above sea level, but the mountain has long been deemed as a spiritual guardian of the Yeosu peninsula. During the old days, people held rituals for rain or offered wishful prayers here. Geumseongdae and Dosolam Hermitage are…

Mokpo Special Tourist Zone (목포 관광특구) – Homepage mokpo.go.kr/tour (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) – Tel +82-61-270-3513 Mokpo Tourism Special Zone spans a 6.9km stretch from the North Port to Yudalsan Mountain, old downtown area, Samhakdo Island, Gatbawi Rock, and the Peace Plaza in the new city center. It features historical sites from the Japanese colonial…

Suncheonman Wetland (순천만습지) – Homepage scbay.suncheon.go.kr – Tel +82-1577-2013 Suncheonman Wetland is one of the world’s top five coastal wetlands, stretching along a 3km river with mudflats and reed beds. The reed colonies serve as wintering and breeding grounds for various birds such as Hooded Cranes. The tidal flats are home to diverse species including…

Hongdo Island (홍도) – Homepage tour.shinan.go.kr (Korean only)www.cha.go.kr (English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese) – Tel +82-61-240-4051 Hongdo Island is a picturesque island located about a 2-hour and 30-minute ferry ride from Mokpo Harbor. The island earned its name due to its striking red appearance during sunset. It boasts stunning rock formations, coastal cliffs, and clear blue…

Yuldo Island (율도) Yuldo Island is located just a 5-minute boat ride from Sinan-gun’s coast. It is also known as Bipa Island due to the abundance of loquat trees. Various subtropical and tropical species grow here, and deer, goats, and rabbits roam freely. The sunsets are beautiful, and during low tide, tide flats are exposed,…

Gohado Island Observatory (고하도 전망대) – Homepage www.mokpo.go.kr/tour Gohado Island Observatory was built to resemble the traditional battleships of the Joseon dynasty, like those used by Admiral Yi Sunshin. The observatory is a popular location due to the wonderful views it affords of the sea surrounding Gohado Island. The observatory also includes a rest area…

Oedaldo Island (외달도) – Homepage www.mokpo.go.kr Oedaldo Island is an island located 6 kilometers off the eastern coast of Mokpo. The island has clean beaches and a natural environment, earning it recognition from the Ministry of Environment and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport. The island is a popular attraction for couples wishing to take…

Jogyesan Provincial Park (조계산도립공원) – Homepage www.suncheon.go.kr – Tel +82-1577-2013 Located in both Seungju-eup and Songgwang-myeon of Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do, Jogyesan Mountain has two famous Buddhist temples on it: Seonamsa Temple and Songgwangsa Temple. It is a relatively low mountain with rounded corners and a soft tranquility. The park is popular year round due to the…

Suncheon Songgwangsa Temple (송광사(순천)) – Homepage www.songgwangsa.org – Tel +82-61-755-0107 Songgwangsa Temple is a temple located to the west of Jogyesan Mountain and is known as one of the three priceless temples along with Haeinsa Temple in Hapcheon and Tongdosa Temple in Yangsan. It was founded during the Silla dynasty and boasts cultural assets including…