PARK 1538 (POSCO Museum) (포스코역사박물관) - Area information - Korea travel information

PARK 1538 (POSCO Museum) (포스코역사박물관)

19.6Km    2024-10-24

14 Donghaean-ro 6213beon-gil, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

The PARK 1538 POSCO Museum not only showcases the history, spirit, corporate culture and vision of POSCO, but also Pohang city's development, showing the city's transformation alongside the company. POSCO was able to achieve success thanks to the POSCO employees who fought against all kinds of adversities. The museum showcases such great achievements, as well as the entire history of the company, giving dreams and hopes to the youth who visit the museum.

Railway Forest & The Garden of Fire (철길숲 & 불의정원)

19.8Km    2024-12-10

A 4.3-kilometer stretch of railroad between Hyoja Station and the old Pohang Station that fell into disuse after nearly 100 years of operation due to the opening of the KTX Pohang Station in 2015. The railroad track runs through residential areas to create an urban forest, and water features like wall streams, musical fountains, and steel artworks began to attract tourists, creating a prime example of future-oriented urban regeneration and green ecological city plan. The Garden of Fire came about as a natural gas spring from 200-meter under sea level was ignited during the construction work for the Railway Forest. The flame was expected to be extinguished, but as the flame persisted, a garden was built around the flame to create a unique view.

Gameunsaji Temple Site (경주 감은사지)

19.8Km    2025-06-12

Yongdang-ri, Gyeonju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Gameunsaji Temple Site was built by King Munmu (AD 661-681), the king of Silla who unified Baekje and Goguryeo in the late 7th century. The purpose of the temple site was to pray for help and guidance from Buddha against Japanese invasion. Unfortunately, King Munmu passed away before the completion of the temple, and left a will to be cremated and buried in the East Sea so that he may reincarnate as a sea dragon in order to protect the country. As he wished, King Munmu's ashes were scattered at Daewangam of the East Sea. The temple was completed and was named by his son, King Sinmun (AD 681-692) in respect and appreciation for his father.
Gameunsaji Temple Site was rebuilt in 1979 based on the discovery of the site's foundation after two years of archeological research. The three-story stone pagoda at the temple site is a reminent of the early period of unified Silla, assembled with several parts which rise up to 13.4m high, known to be Silla's highest three-story pagoda.

Oryu Goarahaebyeon Beach (오류고아라해변)

19.9Km    2024-02-23

277-8 Oryu-ri, Gampo-eup, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Oryu Goarahaebyeon Beach, located near Gampo Port, is known for its soft sand and is famous for sand baths. It's an ideal spot for camping, boasting a 1km stretch of white sandy beach, shallow waters, and a lush pine forest. Within the pine forest, there's a campsite where visitors can enjoy caravan or tent camping. During the summer, marine leisure facilities like banana boats and motor boats are available. Nearby tourist attractions include Songdaemal Lighthouse and Gampo Marine Park.