14.2Km 2020-09-17
76-23, Pyeongsari-gil, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-55-880-2363
Toji Literature Festival is held annually in Hadong-gun, the setting of one of Korea's greatest historical novels, Toji, written by Park Kyongni. The festival pays tribute to the novel Toji, depicting the modern history of Korea between the years of the Donghak Revolution in 1897 and the Liberation of Korea in 1945. It has become one of the nation’s major literature festivals.
14.6Km 2025-03-05
610 , Gumanje-ro, Gurye-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-783-0011, +82-10-3360-2344
Jirisan Lake Resort in Gurye-gun, Jeollanam-do, accomodates travellers in glamping-style lodges arranged in terraces on a sloping hill - from where guests can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Gumanje Lake and Jirisan Mountain. The lodges have tables and barbecues outside. Starting at the entrance to the resort is a pedestrian bridge across the lake where guests can stroll; and on the other side is a free-range farm where visitors can have a go at cheese-making. Pets are allowed.
14.7Km 2022-08-26
Pyeongsari-gil, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-880-2651
Pyeongsari Field was created by Seomjingang River flowing through the canyon which attracted people to form a village. The field served as the central farming field and fed the villagers for many years and appeared as a setting in Park Kyongni's novel "Land." Pyeongsari field is one of the largest fields found along Seomjingang River, boasting a size of 2,743,801 ㎡.
14.9Km 2021-02-02
357, Agyangseo-ro, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-880-2370
Agyang-myeon is located in Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do, surrounded by Jirisan Mountain and cut through by the Agyangcheon Stream. The unique geographical features allow the village to grow 80% of all persimmons harvested in Hadong. The area is also famous for its green tea, brought over from China during the Unified Silla period.
15.0Km 2020-07-04
348, Agyangseo-ro, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-883-3500
Maeam Tea Museum originally started from a tea garden established in 1964 by Gang Seongho. The tea museum features hands-on programs that allow participants to directly experience the process of making tea and also learn about proper tea culture. It aims to become an experiential museum.
15.1Km 2021-02-05
Baengmudong-ro, Hamyang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-970-1000
Designated as the first national park in Korea on December 29, 1967, Jirisan National Park stretches out over 483.022 square kilometers, making it the largest national park among all 22 national parks. It covers Korea’s three southernmost provinces; Gyeongsangnam-do, Jeollanam-do, and Jeollabuk-do, one city, four counties, and 15 districts of eup and myeon. The area in Gyeongsangnam-do has Ssanggyesa Temple, Daewonsa Temple, Beopgyesa Temple, Chilbulsa Temple, and Chilsangsa Temple as well as valleys, falls, and other tourism resources. In particular, famous tourist spots in Hamyang area are Chilseongyegok Valley and Hansingyegok Valley.
15.1Km 2023-03-17
1590-62 , Saneop-ro, Gurye-gun, Jeollanam-do
Chowon Ranch, which started milking with two cows in 1979, built Jirisan Cheese Land, an experience ranch, in 2012 to introduce the dairy industry and milk to more people based on its 30 years of experience. Jirisan Cheese Land distributes homemade cheese and yogurt, and at the experience center, you can experience making mozzarella cheese, feeding calves, and riding a grass sleigh. Over 130 dairy cows are grazing in the green meadow pasture, and the lake is adjacent to it, creating beautiful scenery. The specialty of Jirisan Cheese Land is nature. The dazzling greenery and fragrance of scenery, flowers, and grass are the special features.
15.3Km 2025-03-28
Jirisan-daero, Sancheong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-970-1000
* Please be advised that this is located in one of the areas affected by the recent wildfire (as of March 27, 2025).
** For real-time wildfire information and emergency upates, visit the Korea Forestfire Information website and the National Disaster and Safety Portal.
Along with Geumgangsan Mountain and Hallasan Mountain, Jirisan Mountain is known to be one of the most sacred mountains in Korea. It was named "Jiri" because it was believed to be a place that turns the innocent into the wise. On December 29, 1967 Jirisan National Park was declared the nation’s first and biggest national park. Its 440.517 square kilometer area covers Hadong, Sancheon and Hamyang in Gyeongsangnam-do; Gurye in Jeollanam-do ; and Namwon in Jeollabuk-do region. The total area is seven times that of Gyeryongsan National Park and 52 times that of all of Yeouido Island in Seoul.
At 1,915.4 meters high, Cheonwangbong Peak is the second highest peak in Jirisan National Park. Countless valleys and waterfalls surround the peak, as well as trails connecting to other peaks within the park.
15.4Km 2025-03-28
320-2 Jirisan-daero, Sicheon-myeon, Sancheong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-970-1000
* Please be advised that this is located in one of the areas affected by the recent wildfire (as of March 27, 2025).
** For real-time wildfire information and emergency upates, visit the Korea Forestfire Information website and the National Disaster and Safety Portal.
Jirisan National Park is the first national park established in South Korea, featuring peaks like Cheonwangbong Peak (1,915m), Banyabong Peak, and Nogodan Peak, which rank as the next highest after Halla Mountain. It's a popular destination for mountain enthusiasts, offering beautiful natural landscapes such as Naewonsagyegok Valley. The park also provides convenient facilities like Jirisan Recreational Forest, Naewonsa Temple, mountain lodges, campgrounds, and pensions.
15.8Km 2024-02-08
Agyang-myeon, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Hadong Pak Kyongni Toji-gil Trail 1 offers a scenic route around the Pyeongsa-ri fields, famously depicted in the novel Toji (The Land) by prominent Korean novelist Pak Kyongni. Spanning 18 kilometers from Pyeongsa-ri to Hwagae Market, this trail allows visitors to stroll alongside the Seomjingang River, immersing themselves in the world of the novel. Additionally, it is celebrated as a magnificent spot for cherry blossom viewing in spring.