Jangsa Beach (장사해수욕장)

14.4Km 2024-02-23

3592 Donghae-daero, Namjeong-myeon, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Spanning 900 meters, Jangsa Beach is renowned for its pristine white sands and an average water depth of 1.5 meters. The beach's clear waters and gentle slope make it a perfect spot for family summer vacations. Its unique grainy sand doesn't cling to the skin, allowing visitors to comfortably stroll barefoot or indulge in a relaxing sand bath. During the summer months, the beach comes alive with marine leisure activities like water skiing and banana boating. Adjacent to the beach is the Jangsa Landing Operation Victory Memorial Park, a site dedicated to educating visitors about the Korean War.

Cheongsong Folk Museum (청송민속박물관)

14.6Km 2022-08-05

222, Juwangsan-ro, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-874-9321

Cheongsong Folk Museum was opened in 1999 to promote the history, culture, and customs of the region. The three-story museum offers indoor & outdoor exhibition halls.

The indoor exhibition halls showcase educational materials related to farming and the customs of Cheongsong. Exhibitions - such as the Traditional Guest Room, Weaving Room, Items of Everyday Use, and Cheongsong Porcelain - offer glimpses of how people lived in the past. The outdoor exhibition space reproduces a traditional tavern, waterwheel, millstone operated by a horse or ox, monument to ward off misfortunes and protect prosperity, and natural stones used for worship, with which visitors can experience farm life in the past.

Yeongdeok Snow Crab Festival (영덕대게축제)

15.0Km 2025-03-15

Opo-ri, Ganggu-myeon, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-10-2894-5530

Yeongdeok Snow Crab Festival is an annual event that celebrates local snow crabs, which were once served to kings. Among festival highlights, the Snow Crab Public Auction as well as the snow crab market are the most popular. In addition, visitors can ride a snow crab fishing boat, enjoy busking performances, and sample various snow crab dishes.

Samsa Marine Park (삼사해상공원 (삼사해상산책로))

15.4Km 2021-04-16

120-7, Haesanggongwon-gil, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-730-6790

Samsa Marine Park is located south of Gangguhang Port, overlooking the expansive East Sea. Thanks to its picturesque beauty and various facilities, the park is a favorite weekend picnic spot for families. Major facilities include Theme Land, Happy Land, a performance hall, bungalows, restaurants, and stores. There is even an artificial waterfall and a 20 ton-rock carved with floral patterns that add to the park's unique beauty.

Another must-see sight for visitors is Manghyangtap Pagoda, which was set up by those originally from North Korea. Every year on New Year’s Eve, a bell ringing ceremony takes place during the area’s sunrise festival.

Yeongdeok Crab Village (영덕대게마을)

15.8Km 2025-03-16

68, Yeongdeokdaege-ro, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-730-6682

Located on the coast of the East Sea, Yeongdeok Crab Village is famous for its classical scholars, and its wonderful scenery, where the mountains meet the sea. The traditional fishing village is the home of Yeongdeok snow crab that was well-known from Goryeo dynasty (King Taejo) and also has a huge street for snow crabs, packed with around 100 shops selling crabs along the Gangguan Port. When the season for snow crabs arrives in November, lasting through May, the village is crowded with visitors from all over the world eager to try Yeongdeok snow crabs.

In addition, the location of the village gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy one of the most beautiful sea roads in Korea. In the area are also a sea fishing site, beaches, and water resort venues that are suitable for both recreation and relaxation.

Gangguhang Port (강구항)

16.0Km 2021-09-06

253-51, Ganggu-ri, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-730-6533

Gangguhang Port is a large harbor in Yeongdeok, Gyeongsangnam-do. Gangguhang Port is the main marketplace for Yeongdeok snowcrabs and since there are so many places selling crabs near the port, the area is called "Snowcrab Street." Rows of crab fishing boats can be seen along the port during the crab fishing season from November to April and May.

Pohang Deokdong Culture Village (포항 덕동문화마을)

16.7Km 2024-02-13

210 Odeok-ri, Gibuk-myeon, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Pohang Deokdong Culture Village is a picturesque traditional village, renowned for its stunning natural beauty and impeccably preserved old houses. This village has its roots in the Imjin War era, when Jeong Munbu, a civil official of the Joseon dynasty, bestowed his wealth upon his grandson-in-law after returning to Jeonju at the war's conclusion. The village is home to significant cultural properties, including Aeeundang Old House and Saujeong Old House, Yonggyejeong Pavilion, and the Deokgyeseodang Village School. It also houses a Folk Museum, a repository of historical artifacts handed down through generations. The museum's collection includes items such as traditional banknotes, slave ownership papers, and gat (Korean traditional hats), offering a window into the rich cultural heritage and history of the village and its families.

Gabaewon (가배원)

16.8Km 2024-02-21

12-2 Deokdongmunhwa-gil, Gibuk-myeon, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Gabaewon is a café located in Deokdong Village, renowned for its exceptional omija cha (omija tea). This tea is crafted from handmade omija preserves, aged for five years, resulting in a rich and deep flavor. Additionally, the café features hongcha (black tea) made from leaves sourced from Yunnan, China, as well as saenggang cha (ginger tea). It's an ideal place to savor a cup of tea amidst the cool breeze and fresh air of the forest.

Cheongha Gongjin Market (청하공진시장 (1, 6일))

16.9Km 2025-10-23

6 Cheongha-ro 200beon-gil, Cheongha-myeon, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-232-4002

Cheongha Gongjin Market is a fifth-day market hold on dates ending in 1 and 6 of every month. From seafood to fresh produce and homemade food, it is full of shoppers and a variety of products. The market served as a filming site for the Gongjin Market in the drama "Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha." Information boards throughout the market clearly indicate the location of the "Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha" filming set and nearby tourist spots throughout Cheongha Market.

Yeongil Meat Restaurant (영일식육식당)

17.0Km 2025-10-29

5-8 Cheongha-ro 192beon-gil Cheongha-myeon, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-232-0660

A restaurant that actors and staff loved
This is a restaurant that actors and staff used to use while they were there for filming. The menu consists mainly of meat from various cuts, but it is fresh and of high quality, so there are many regulars. Among them, the most popular Stir-fried Pork is delicious when cooked over a fire and simmered in the soup. The side dishes provided when ordering are also neat and tasty.

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