Baegyangsa Temple (백양사)

15.6 Km 51830 2024-03-20

1239 Baegyang-ro, Bukha-myeon, Jangseong-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-392-7502

Baegyangsa Temple is a historic temple built in the 6th century located on Baegamsan Mountain. Walking through the forest path, visitors are greeted by a serene lake overlooked by Ssanggyeru Pavilion at the entrance of Baegyangsa Temple, creating a picturesque scene especially during autumn with its vibrant foliage. Surrounding the temple are over 5,000 torreyas, some over 500 years old, lending a lush ambiance to the area. Baegyangsa Temple is picturesque in every season and offers temple stay programs for visitors seeking a serene retreat.

Borinara Hagwon Farm (보리나라 학원농장)

16.7 Km 35187 2024-04-07

158-6, Hagwonnongjang-gil, Gochang-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-564-9897

Borinara Hagwon Farm is a large-scale barley farm that measures an extensive 561,983 m². It is the nation’s largest barley field. The farm has been seeing a flood of tourists and photographers since its recognition as a tourist-friendly farm. The farm has also featured in several media channels such as dramas, commercials, and films.

To entertain the growing number of visitors, the farm hosts the Green Barley Field Festival in spring and the Buckwheat Flower Festival in fall before the harvest season when the crops are at their peak. In addition to the festivals, visitors can also participate in various activities and buy souvenirs as well as local produce.

Gochang Green Barley Field Festival (고창청보리밭 축제)

16.7 Km 11159 2024-04-17

150 Hagwonnongjang-gil, Gongeum-myeon, Gochang-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-560-2524

The Gochang Green Barley Field Festival is held every year in late April among the beautiful green barley fields of Gochang-gun. It is the region’s most popular festival. The festival celebrates the plentiful barley grown here, known to be more precious than rice.

Gochang Blue Farm Pink Muhly Season (고창청농원 핑크뮬리시즌)

17.5 Km 0 2024-08-20

41-27 Cheongcheon-gil, Gongeum-myeon, Gochang-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-10-8801-7722

Gochang Blue Farm takes on a pink hue each fall with the arrival of pink muhly. Visitors can enjoy taking photos at the photo zones places throughout the vast field of waving fronds, and take a break at the hanok rest area.

Green Energy Experience Hall Gwangju-Jeonnam Regional Headquarters (녹색에너지체험관 (광주전남지역본부))

18.5 Km 3736 2024-02-14

123 Cheomdangwagi-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju

Green Energy Experience Hall is located within the Gwangju Jeonnam Regional Headquarters of the Korea Energy Agency. Here, visitors can learn about the importance of energy conservation and discover methods to save energy in everyday life. Key facilities include the Green Energy Experience Hall, the Outdoor Experience Hall, and the LED Exhibit Hall. Admission is free, and the center welcomes visitors aged five years and older.

Gwangju National Science Museum (국립광주과학관)

18.7 Km 11140 2021-05-24

235, Cheomdangwagi-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-960-6210

Gwangju National Science Museum was opened in 2013 to promote science. The museum specializes in light and science with a spaceship-shaped exterior. Many of the exhibitions consist of hands-on programs, providing visitors a chance to use their imagination to further learn about science.

Ssangam Park (쌍암공원)

19.0 Km 10627 2021-08-13

39, Cheomdanjungang-ro 182beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-960-8704

Ssangam Park is located in front of the Gwangju Institute of Science and technology within Cheomdanjigu (the high-technology district) in Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju. Thanks to the beautiful lake at its center, the park is also known as “Lake Park.” The lake is surrounded with landscaped azaleas and pine trees and is home to several fountains. At least once a month, a cultural festival takes place at the park.

Convenience facilities include 146 benches, 3 restrooms, and 3 playgrounds. The park is especially popular among students since it has a gym and a wide grassy field perfect for playing sports.

Hyusimjeong (휴심정)

19.2 Km 0 2024-03-07

611-25 Imbangul-daero, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju

Hyusimjeong is a multicomplex complete with Second One, a bakery cafe; Oat, a restaurant offering fusion cuisine; a pop-up store zone; and a gallery; all surrounded by a large garden, creating the perfect location for rest. The garden appears to be in bloom all year round thanks to the advanced landscaping that mixes over 28 species of trees and 30 species of flowering grasses.

Citizen's Forest Campground (시민의 숲 야영장)

19.3 Km 0 2024-02-14

190 Chuam-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju

Citizen's Forest Campground, situated alongside the Yeongsangang River in Gwangju, offers a nature-friendly escape in the heart of the city. The campground provides options for both auto-camping and traditional camping. It features walking trails and is conveniently located near a waterside park, making it ideal for strolls. Additionally, a swimming pool is available for visitors every summer.

Damyang Bamboo Forest (Damyang Marsh) (담양대나무숲 - 담양습지)

19.3 Km 22360 2020-01-09

656-2, Taemok-ri, Daejeon-myeon, Damnyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-380-3114

Situated between Damyang-gun and Gwangju Metropolitan City, Damyang Wetland is one of the best places to experience the ecology of Yeongsangang River. It is a habitat for the hawk, wildcat, Boreal digging frog (endangered species), and kestrel. It became the first river wetland to be designated as a wetland reserve in 2004.

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