Geoje P.O.W. Camp Historic Park (거제도 포로수용소 유적공원)

2.5Km 2024-03-06

61 Gyeryong-ro, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-639-0625

Geoje P.O.W. Camp Historic Park is a park and exhibition hall built on the site of South Korea's largest prisoner-of-war camp, which accommodated up to 173,000 North Korean and Chinese prisoners captured by the South Korean and UN forces during the Korean War (1950-1953). Visitors to the exhibition hall can learn about the Korean War and the lives of prisoners through educational displays and experiences, as well as view war artifacts such as weapons.

Geoje Botanic Garden (거제식물원(거제정글돔))

5.2Km 2022-08-10

3595 , Geojenamseo-ro, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-639-6997

Geoje Botanical Garden (Geoje Jungle Dome) is the largest botanical garden in Korea, covering an area of 4468 square meters, a maximum x_height of 30 meters, and covered with 7472 sheets of glass. There are 10,000 kinds of tropical trees of 300 species inside the dome, and there are various attractions such as Seokbujak Flower Garden, Seokbujak Valley, Photo Zone, Cactus Garden, Black Pansoo, and Cave of Light. Geoje Jungle Dome contributes to improving the quality of life in green and abundance through various plants and ecological experiences throughout the four seasons and contributes to the realization of the educational and cultural value of green plants through plant culture experience. In addition, we are conserving biodiversity and making efforts to maintain and preserve the ecosystem through research and collection. It is a place loved by many citizens as a mysterious and fantastic space.

Okpo Shipyard of Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (대우조선해양(주) 옥포조선소)

8.6Km 2025-01-08

3370, Geoje-daero, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-735-2397

Okpo Shipyard of Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering spans over a 4000,000㎡ land and consists of large-scale specialized facilities and equipments for shipbuilding and repairs such as a dock that can handle a 1,000,000 ton vessel and a 900 ton Goliath crane. The shipyard builds various vessels, offshore plants, drill ships, FPSO/FPUs, submarines and destroyers all year round and offers plant tour programs for visitors.

Sanbangsan Secret Garden (산방산 비원)

8.6Km 2024-03-20

153 Sanbangsan-gil, Dundeok-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Situated on the slopes of Sanbangsan Mountain in Geojedo Island, Sanbangsan Secret Garden offers a harmonious setting with flowing waterfalls and valleys, hosting over 1,000 species of wildflowers and rare plants. Seasonal displays include Thunberg Onion, Golden Saxifrage, and Aquilegia. The garden features twenty themed areas, such as a Hydrangea Street, Falls Observatory, and Bonsai Garden, arranged along walking trails. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll, immersing themselves in the vibrant colors of the wildflowers and finding moments of relaxation.

Geoje Maengjongjuk Theme Park (거제맹종죽테마공원)

8.6Km 2022-03-24

700, Geojebuk-ro, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-637-0067

Maengjongjuk is a type of a thick bamboo that grows up to 20 meters in x_height and 20 centimeters in diameter. Geoje Maengjongjuk Theme Park uses maengjonjuk bamboos to create a therapy theme park that is both nature-friendly and relaxing. The trees are preserved and used to provide forest bathing experience as well as a splendid scenery by blending environmental art and ocean views. The park also offers exciting programs such as Adventure Forest and thrilling activities.

Deokpo Beach (덕포해수욕장)

8.9Km 2021-06-24

32-4, Deokpo 5-gil, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-639-4178

Deokpo Beach is a white sandy beach in the city of Geoje in Gyeongsangnam-do. The 450 meter-long and 40 meter-wide beach offers fine sand, clear waters, a gentle slope and old sea pine trees along the coast. Nearby attractions include the Okpo Great Victory Commemorative Park, which was built in 1996 to commemorate the victory of Admiral Yi Sun-sin, and the Okpo Shipyard of Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering with a giant shipyard crane.

Okpo Great Victory Commemorative Park (옥포대첩기념공원)

9.1Km 2021-06-08

87, Pallangpo 2-gil, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-639-8129

Okpo Great Victory Commemorative Park was built in 1996 to commemorate Admiral Yi Sun-sin's first victory of the Okpo Battle during the Imjin War (1592-1598). Visitors can go up the memorial tower and Okporu Pavilion to get an unobstructed view of the Okpo Bay ahead. In addition to the tower and pavilion, the park also has a shrine dedicated to Admiral Yi.

Geojedo Island (거제도)

9.6Km 2024-12-04

Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-639-3399

Geojedo Island is the second-largest island in South Korea, connected to Tongyeong-si by the Geojedaegyo Bridge and to Busan-si by the Geogadaegyo Bridge. It boasts numerous tourist attractions such as Haegeumgang Islets, Oedo Botania, Maemiseong Fortress, and Geoje P.O.W. Camp Historic Park. Famous for its local cuisine like sea pineapple bibimbap and sea urchin and seaweed soup, Geojedo Island is also known for its pebble beaches including Hakdong, Yeocha, Mangchi, and Nongso Pebblehaebyeon Beach.

Geoje Sea World (거제씨월드)

10.4Km 2025-01-14

15 Jisepohaean-ro, Irun-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Geoje Sea World, the largest dolphin theme park in Korea, is located in Geoje. As one of the main attractions in the area, it is the only place in Korea that offers experience programs with the white beluga whales. Visitors can meet and interact with dolphins and beluga whales up close and also participate in the marine education program.

Geoje Fishing Village Folk Museum (거제어촌민속전시관)

10.6Km 2025-01-14

41 Jisepohaean-ro, Irun-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Geoje Fishing Village Folk Museum is an exhibition hall dedicated to preserving and showcasing the traditional maritime culture and the history of fisheries in Korea. The museum operates with themes such as the Sea of Tradition, the Sea of Life, and the Sea of Experience. Visitors can view traditional fishing boats, gear, and daily tools used in Korean fishing villages. The museum also features an aquarium displaying rare fish species and a video room.

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