Seonunsan Mountain [National Geopark] (선운산 (전북 서해안 국가지질공원)) - Area information - Korea travel information

Seonunsan Mountain [National Geopark] (선운산 (전북 서해안 국가지질공원))

Seonunsan Mountain [National Geopark] (선운산 (전북 서해안 국가지질공원))

19.0Km    27097     2024-04-07

158-6, Seonunsa-ro, Gochang-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-560-2699

Seonunsan Mountain is famous for its sunrise views at Nakjodae Overlook and Cheonmabong Peak. The mountain is mostly comprised of hard volcanic rocks, creating a landscape of sharp cliffs softened by the forest vegetation.

Seonyudo Beach (Myeongsasimni Beach) (선유도해수욕장 (명사십리 해수욕장))

19.2Km    8949     2024-04-07

Okdo-myeon, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-454-7280

Seonyudo Beach, is a natural coastal sand dune beach with a vast white sand area as transparent and beautiful as glass beads, which is why it is also known as Myeongsasimni Beach. At Seonyudo Beach, the depth of the water is only waist-high even if you go some 100 meters into the sea, and there are no high waves so you can play in the water safely.

Jangjado Island (장자도)

19.2Km    38050     2024-04-07

26-2 , Jangjado 1-gil, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-454-7280

Jangjado Island is one of the Gogunsan Islands, and it is called Jangjado because the legend has it that a strong man was born here. Locals say that, when a fishing boat runs into a storm in the sea, it is safe to take shelter on this island, which is why it is also known as a refuge harbor. Jangjado Island is connected to Seonyudo Island by Jangjagyo Bridge.
Jangjado Island is located in the very center of all Gogunsan Islands and once you climb up to Daejangbong Peak, the 63 Gogunsan Islands unfold before your eyes like a panorama, making it a popular filming spot chosen by the three broadcasting companies as well as the Corean Alpine Club and the Photo Artists Society of Korea. It offers various leisure activities from a mud flat experience and sea fishing to hiking Daejangbong Peak, which is a famous sunrise and sunset watching spot, and cruise tour of the Gogunsan Islands. There are an abundance of delicious dishes including sliced raw fish, spicy braised seafood, noodle soup with clams and stone crabs, and is home to many other tourist attractions such as Jangjadaegyo Bridge with spectacular sunset view, Jangjahalmeonibawi Rock and Daejangdo Dangje, a type of ritual, which is why it is great to visit anytime of the year.

Gochang Seonunsa Temple (선운사 (고창))

Gochang Seonunsa Temple (선운사 (고창))

19.3Km    37410     2024-04-07

250, Seonunsa-ro, Gochang-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-561-1422

Seonunsa Temple is known to have been built in 577, the 24th year of King Wideok of the Baekje dynasty. It is the second head temple of Jogye Order in Jeollabuk-do. According to the temple's historical records, it was originally a very large temple with 89 hermitages and 3,000 monks. Today, only four hermitages remain: Dosoram, Chamdangam, Dongunam, and Seoksangam. In addition, the temple is home to 25 prestigious heritages, namely the Forest of Common Camellias, which is designated as ㅁ Natural Monument. A festival dedicated to this forest is held every April.

Dosolgyegok Valley (Seonunsan Mountain) (도솔계곡 (선운산))

19.3Km    8803     2024-04-07

250, Seonunsa-ro, Gochang-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-560-8681

Dosolgyegok Valley is located in Seonunsan Mountain in the Gochang-gun district. Seonunsan Mountain, which is also called Dosolsan Mountain, is known for its thick forests and intriguing rock formations. Along the valley, there are many interesting sites such as Jinheungdonggul Cave, Yongmundonggul Cave, Nakjodae Overlook, and Cheonma peak. Dosolgyegok Valley is also famous for being very deep, where the mountain and water fight each other and whirl around in a yin & yang shape. The green forests in summer cover the valley beautifully, and the red leaves and white snow decorate the area in fall and winter.

Buan Sports Park (부안스포츠파크)

19.5Km    13187     2024-04-07

31, Cheyukgongwon-gil, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-580-3904

Buan Sports Park spans over an area of 82,644 square meters. The park has a natural grass soccer field equipped with 6,700 seats, track and field made with natural rubbers, a torch holder, tennis courts, baseball field, basketball court, footsal field, an in-line skating track, an experience hall for children, a playground, and more, as well as lighting facilities for nighttime events. Other facilities include water fountain, grass performance hall, various types of trees and flowers, benches and rest areas. With accommodations nearby, the park is used as a training facility for teams from elementary school students to even professional athletes.