Jamjindo Island (잠진도)
2021-07-24
144, Jamjindo-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon
Located in Jung-gu, Incheon, Jamjindo Island is a small island connected with Yeongjongdo Island. A road from the mainland to the island makes access to Jamjindo much more convenient. Its sunset views of mud flats dyed fantastic shades of red by the setting sun attract many visitors to take pictures and to dig out clams at low tide.
There are also crowds of visitors waiting to take the short (just 5 minute) ferry ride to Muuido Island (famous for connecting to Silmido Island) at the ferry dock in Jamjindo Island. Visitors should check the schedule of the ferry in advance as the ferry may not run to Muuido Island at low tide.
Eurwangni Beach, Hanagae Beach, and Deokgyo Beach are easily accessible to the island.
Geojampo Beach (거잠포해변)
2021-12-09
11, Jamjindo-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon
Although Geojampo beach is on the west coast, the estuary is facing the east allowing for a great view of the sunset and sunrise. The nearby Maedo Island is also called Sharkseom Island because it creates the shape of a shark's fin. The sunlight along the ocean creates a beautiful view during sunrise and sunset. The beach is lined with pine trees and has white sand, making it a popular family vacation destination. There are plans to develop the area to an international vacation destination.
Daejeonghyanggyo Confucian School (대정향교)
2019-12-26
165-17, Hyanggyo-ro, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-742-8866
Daejeonghyanggyo was a Confucian school during Joseon Dynasty. Although the exact date of construction is uncertain, it is estimated that the building was built around the same time as Daejeonghyeon in 1416.
The school was originally located inside Bukseong but it was once moved outside of Dongmun and then again to the site of Seoseong. It was finally moved to Dansan Oreum where it remains to this day. At present, Daejeonghyanggyo Confucian School consists of Daeseongjeon, Myeongryundang, Dongjae, Seojae Shinsammun, Daeseongmun, Dongmalmun and Dongjeongmun. Daeseongjeon was remodeled in 1669, 1688, and 1752. Myeongryundang was rebuilt in 1772. After several instances of remodeling and rebuilding, Daeseongjeon was remodeled again in 1993. The Confucian school was designated as the Jeju Tangible Cultural Asset No. 4 in August 1971.
Andeokgyegok Valley (안덕계곡)
2021-01-27
Seoangol-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6001
Andeokgyegok Valley in Gamsan-ri Village is located 2 kilometers east of Hwasun-ri. The valley is filled with many species of pine trees that make up the Evergreen Forest, designated as Natural Monument No. 377. The road from the entrance to the waterfall offers a picturesque scenery. The view at night, when lit by nothing but the stars in the sky, is nothing short of spectacular.
Pak Kyongni House (박경리문학공원)
2021-09-29
1, Toji-gil, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do
Pak Kyongni House is a place to explore the life and works of prominent novelist Pak Kyongni. The house's theme was based on Pak Kyongni's well-known novel "Toji" (The Land).The site used to be her old house before it was converted into a park. Covering an area of 10,578.51 ㎡, the garden and the house have been maintained in their original state. The park also features three themed areas recreated from the book: Hongi Dongsan, Pyeongsa-ri Madang, and Yongdurebeol.
Jirisan Manbokdae Peak (지리산 만복대)
2021-02-05
Sandong-myeon, Gurye-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-780-7700
Manbokdae Peak in the west soars at the boundary between Sandong-myeon, Gurye-gun and Namwon-si at 1,433.4 meters above sea level. ”Man” means “full of something” and “bok” means “fortune.” Like the name, Manbokdae is considered as a fortunate mountain with great views as it is surrounded by smooth hills. According to an old story, Manbokdae Peak was chosen as one of the 10 scenic areas, where people come to receive good fortune.
Wolmi Zzang Land (Wolmi Theme Park) (월미짱랜드)
2025-10-23
81 Wolmimunhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
Wolmi Zzang Land (Wolmi Theme Park) is located on Wolmido Island in Incheon. Spanning 13,200 square meters, it features various amusement rides including a ferris wheel, swing boat, and go-karts. One of its highlights is the tagada ride, where riders sit on circular seats that move in all directions to the beat of music while a DJ adds to the excitement. Visitors can also enjoy panoramic views of Songdo Town, the Incheon Bridge, and Yeongjongdaegyo Bridge from the ferris wheel.
Incheon Port Floodgate (인천항 갑문)
2021-06-01
376, Wolmi-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
Incheon Port Floodgate is located between the beautiful Wolmisan Mountain and Sowolmido Island. Surrounding the floodgate is a large 66,000 square meter garden covered with grass, pine trees, ginko trees, and cherry blossom trees, creating a beautiful scene. Especially in the spring, azaleas, royal azaleas, cherry blossoms, and magnolia blossoms are blooming, adding to the beauty of the garden.
If you visit when the floodgate opens, you will witness giant cargo ships and cruise ships passing through the gate to enter and leave the port. Also, at the situation room of the floodgate management office, an introductory video of Incheon Port is played to offer more information on the facility.
There are two floodgates at Incheon Port. One floodgate is 36 meters wide by 363 meters long. The other is 22.5 meters wide by 202 meters long. The larger one can accommodate vessels up to 50,000DWT and the smaller one can dock ships up to 10,000DWT. Per day, up to 20 vessels can enter and leave the port.
Sinbuk Resort Spring Fall (신북리조트 스프링폴)
2020-06-02
571, Cheongsin-ro, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-536-5025
Sinbuk Hot Springs, the only sodium bicarbonate hot springs in the metropolitan area is located amidst beautiful streams and forests. The hot spring water comes from 600 meters underground creating a soft and smooth texture which helps with anti-aging and general skin care. Along with the hot springs bath, saunas were built as well as a resting area that attracts a diverse clientele.
Yeongil Bay Hot Springs (영일만온천)
2020-03-18
21, Unje-ro 386beon-gil, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-285-0101
The construction of this huge hot spring complex started in Yeongil Bay in 1988 after it was found that Yeongil Bay has the highest geothermal heat in Korea while drilling for oil in 1974.
The water’s main ingredients contain healthy minerals such as calcium, natrium, fluorine, magnesium, chlorine, sulfuric acid, fluorine, zinc, germanium and radium. Yeongil Bay Hot Springs maintains its water with alkali bicarbonate at a pH of 9.43. The temperature of the water is somewhat low though at 35℃.
The hot springs help to recover from fatigue, to help beauty care, anti-aging, neuralgia, heart disease, and liver functions. The water here also has a very unique texture.
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