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Hwarang Hill (화랑의언덕)

19.5Km    2024-11-01

601 Suui-gil, Sannae-myeon, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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A meadow where Kang-ho and neighborhood children often played, Hwarang Hill is touted as a prime spot for one of the best snapshots of lifetime on social media. Walk up to the cliff-end rock known as Meditation Rock, you'll see a quaint village and rice paddies stretching out below. The hilltop boasts expansive lawns and a tranquil reservoir, perfect for a peaceful landscape view. While walking and picnicking are allowed, camping and car camping are not.

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

19.6Km    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)

19.9Km    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.

Appletree Hotel

20.0Km    2021-04-09

7-5, Jungheung-ro 100beon-gil, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-241-1234

Apple Tree Hotel is a business hotel located in Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do. It's a five-story building with a total of 28 Double, Twin, and Ondol Rooms. Non-smoking rooms are available, and free breakfast is served from 7:00am to 9:00am. The hotel is a mere 5-minute walk from Pohang Bus Terminal and only a 10-minute ride from Pohang Airport. Nearby tourist attractions include Guryongpo and Homigot Sunrise Square. The most famous dish in Pohang is "Guryongpo Guamaegi,” which is half-dried mackerel pike or herring.