Taejongdae Cliffed Coast [National Geopark] (태종대 (부산 국가지질공원))

Taejongdae Cliffed Coast was formed by many layers of rock being forced together beneath a lake during the Cretaceous period, and then worn away over time by the sea. The coast features many geological formations, including sea caves and uniquely shaped rocks. Visitors can enjoy walking on the forested paths, or take the train course to easily access Taejongdae Observatory and Yeongdo Coastal Culture Space.

– Address : 24 Jeonmang-ro, Yeongdo-gu, Busan

※ Presentation Information
– Information and Guides
+82-51-888-3637

– Parking
Available

– Day Off
[Danubi Train] Mondays

– Operating Hours
[March-October] 04:00-24:00 / [November-February] 05:00-24:00 * Hours apply to park only; facilities close at 20:00

– Restricted Mountain Areas
[Forest Fire Prevention Period]

February 1 – May 15 / November 1 – December 15

* Subject to change depending on weather conditions.

– Admission Fees
Free

– Facility Utilization Fees
[Danubi Train]

Adults round-trip 4,000 won / Adults one-way 2,000 won / Teenagers 2,000 won / Children 1,500 won / Infants (under 2 years of age) free

– Restrooms
Available

– Available Facilities
Danubi Train, observatory rest area (fast food restaurants, Korean restaurant, souvenir shops, cafeteria), Taejongsa Temple, Gumyeongsa Temple, cruise, sports park

/ * Bicycles and motorcycles prohibited.

/ * Cooking prohibited, use the picnic tables.

/ * Fishing only allowed at Jagal Madang.

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Sarangbang (사랑방)

– Homepage
www.instagram.com/loveroom__official/

Sarangbang is a grilled seafood restaurant located in Taejongdae. The upstairs has an outdoor seating designed like a food stall. The restaurant also has a three-tiered fish tank on display inside with clams, abalones, and shells, so visitors can see how fresh they are. Various seafood such as clams, scallops, and shrimps are served on a three-tier tray. The ingredients are well prepared and served with instructions on how to eat them. If eating the seafood is not enough, visitors can opt to order Sandeomi Seafood Ramyeon.

⊙ Taejongdae Spa (태종대온천찜질방)

– Homepage
www.tjdspa.co.kr

Taejongdae Spa is located by the scenic Taejongdae Park. The nearby Yeongdo Island and Bongnaesan Mountain offer a beautiful view of the ocean and the mountains. The spa facility has hot springs and sauna facilities that offer therapeutic effects along with a fitness center with a variety of exercise equipment and a supervising trainer.

⊙ Yeongdo Lighthouse (영도 등대)

– Homepage
www.visitbusan.net

Yeongdo Lighthouse, first lit in 1906, stands at Taejongdae Park. It houses a maritime library, galleries, an observatory, and a café. From the observatory, on clear days, you can even see as far as the Japanese island of Tsushima Island. At the base of the lighthouse, there’s a sculpture of a woman turned into stone, waiting for her husband who went out to sea. You can reach it by walking from Taejongdae Park or taking the Taejongdae Danubi Train.

⊙ Beach Motel (비치모텔)

– Homepage
http://blog.naver.com/guswjd3364

The Beach Motel stands on the beach about 8 km from Busan Station. Aside from the five family rooms, all rooms have a sea view. Bread, coffee, and eggs are provided for breakfast, while water and coffee are always available in the first floor lobby. There is a coffee pot in each room, plus bottled water and a microwave on every floor, so guests can prepare a simple meal. A laundry service is provided. From this location Busan Harbor Bridge gets you to Haeundae, while other nearby tourist attractions include Igidae Coastal Park, Songdo Beach, and Sinseondae Cliff.

⊙ Yeongdo Haenyeo Culture Exhibition Hall (영도해녀문화전시관)

– Homepage
www.yeongdo.go.kr

Yeongdo Haenyeo Culture Exhibition Hall is a two-story building with meaning and history Haenyeo on display. Haenyeo are women divers that dive for seafood without any equipments.
The tradition of Haenyeo has become a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. First floor of the building consists Haenyeo seafood store that sells fresh seafood collected by the Haenyeos, while the second floor is an exhibition hall dedicated to Haenyeo.

Taejongdae Cliffed Coast [National Geopark] (태종대 (부산 국가지질공원))