Samsa Marine Park (삼사해상공원 (삼사해상산책로))

Samsa Marine Park (삼사해상공원 (삼사해상산책로))

– Homepage
tour.yd.go.kr

– Tel
+82-54-730-6790

Samsa Marine Park is located south of Gangguhang Port, overlooking the expansive East Sea. Thanks to its picturesque beauty and various facilities, the park is a favorite weekend picnic spot for families. Major facilities include Theme Land, Happy Land, a performance hall, bungalows, restaurants, and stores. There is even an artificial waterfall and a 20 ton-rock carved with floral patterns that add to the park’s unique beauty.

Another must-see sight for visitors is Manghyangtap Pagoda, which was set up by those originally from North Korea. Every year on New Year’s Eve, a bell ringing ceremony takes place during the area’s sunrise festival.

– Address : 120-7, Haesanggongwon-gil, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

※ Presentation Information
– Information and Guides
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)

• For more info: +82-54-730-6790

– Opening Date
December 9, 2005

– Parking
Available (approx. 500 parking spaces)

– Day Off
N/A (Open all year round)

– Operating Hours
Open 24 hr

– Admission Fees
Free

* Admission fees apply to Fishing Village Folk Museum

– Restrooms
Available

– Available Facilities
Grand Gyeongbuk Bell, artificial waterfall, outdoor stage, exhibition hall, etc.

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Yeongdeok Crab Village (영덕대게마을)

View detailed guide on Korea Trip Guide →

– Homepage
ydcrab.invil.org (Korean only)

– Tel
+82-54-730-6682

Located on the coast of the East Sea, Yeongdeok Crab Village is famous for its classical scholars, and its wonderful scenery, where the mountains meet the sea. The traditional fishing village is the home of Yeongdeok snow crab that was well-known from Goryeo dynasty (King Taejo) and also has a huge street for snow crabs, packed with around 100 shops selling crabs along the Gangguan Port. When the season for snow crabs arrives in November, lasting through May, the village is crowded with visitors from all over the world eager to try Yeongdeok snow crabs.

In addition, the location of the village gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy one of the most beautiful sea roads in Korea. In the area are also a sea fishing site, beaches, and water resort venues that are suitable for both recreation and relaxation.

⊙ Gangguhang Port (강구항)

View detailed guide on Korea Trip Guide →

– Homepage
tour.yd.go.kr
tour.gb.go.kr

– Tel
+82-54-730-6533

Gangguhang Port is a large harbor in Yeongdeok, Gyeongsangnam-do. Gangguhang Port is the main marketplace for Yeongdeok snowcrabs and since there are so many places selling crabs near the port, the area is called “Snowcrab Street.” Rows of crab fishing boats can be seen along the port during the crab fishing season from November to April and May.

⊙ Yeongdeok Snow Crab Festival (영덕대게축제)

– Homepage
ydstay.kr

– Tel
+82-10-2894-5530

Yeongdeok Snow Crab Festival is an annual event that celebrates local snow crabs, which were once served to kings. Among festival highlights, the Snow Crab Public Auction as well as the snow crab market are the most popular. In addition, visitors can ride a snow crab fishing boat, enjoy busking performances, and sample various snow crab dishes.