Hyeogeongsa Temple is located at 160 Hyeogeongsa-ro, Yeosu, South Jeolla Province, Korea. It was established to pray for the prosperity of the nation, and its name carries the meaning that “if the nation prospers, so does the temple.” The temple was first founded in 1195 (the 25th year of King Myeongjong of Goryeo) by State Preceptor Bojo in the deep forest of Lingjiu Mountain. Having withstood nearly a thousand years...
Sado Island is located in Yeosu, the southernmost port city of South Korea, and consists of seven islands: the main island, Gyo Island, Jang Island, Jeung Island, Nama, Chunmok, and Jung Island. It is said that in ancient times, this area was not a group of water-surrounded islands but rather land where dinosaurs once lived. However, due to changes in sea and land, tectonic distortion and uplift caused the dinosaurs to disappear...
Gyeryongsan Mountain is located on the Yeosu Peninsula of South Korea and is a breathtakingly beautiful mountain range, world-renowned for its sea of azalea blossoms that bloom every April. The azalea is the national flower of the Republic of Korea, also known as rhododendron simsii, azalea, or Korean rhododendron, primarily growing on slopes, grasslands, and shrubbery. It is the first flower to bloom in the fields...
Youjupo is widely known as Suncheon Bay, but locals in Yeosu often call it Youjupo because there is a solitary island called Youji Island in the surrounding waters. It is situated between the Yeosu Peninsula and the Goseong Peninsula in Yeosu City, South Korea, featuring vast beaches and meandering coastlines, with numerous small and large islands scattered around. It is one of the most renowned...
The Olympic Racer Boat Stadium hosted the 1986 Asian Games and the 1988 Seoul Olympics. It can accommodate over 1,300 racer boats, featuring international-grade facilities and making it a globally renowned venue. Boat races are held regularly here, along with various sports facilities, statues, and amusement installations commemorating the Olympic boat events...
Haeundae is a district in the southeastern part of Busan, South Korea’s second-largest city, covering an area of approximately 51.44 square kilometers and located about 11 kilometers from the city center. The area enjoys excellent transportation access. Historical records indicate that the name “Haeundae” comes from a 19th-century poet and scholar, symbolizing the harmony between the sea and the clouds. At that time, he was so impressed by…
Songjeong Beach has fine sand and shallow waters, making it an ideal spot for a family-friendly day at the beach. The beach stretches 1.2 km in length and 57 meters in width, covering an area of 62,150 square meters and can accommodate over 140,000 people. The sandy shore is composed of high-quality sand transported from the Songjeong Stream and crushed shells such as lyrate lucine, which have been weathered...
The Haeundae Cruise departs from Wipo Ferry Terminal and circles around Odongdo and 20dae. Odongdo consists of several islets including Lighthouse Islet, Awl Islet, and Shield Islet. From the mainland, five islets are visible, hence the name "Odongdo" (meaning "Five-Six Islands"). Except for Lighthouse Islet, the others are uninhabited. The peculiar rocks along the shore of 20dae are a famous sightseeing spot in Busan...
Haeundae Welcome Moon Road is located at the intersection where Haeundae Beach leads to Songjeong Beach (on the mountainside of Wannu Mountain), featuring a path densely lined with cherry blossom and pine trees. Since ancient times, this area has been representative of the region due to the scenic combination of blue sea, sandy beaches, camellia forests, and pine woods. In 1965, with the opening of Haeundae Beach...
This facility boasts top-tier shooting equipment, offering professional one-on-one training courses and accommodating up to six shooters at a time with over 30 types of firearms. * Shooting booths => Total of 6 / Up to 6 people can shoot simultaneously * Game duration => Each session lasts about 15 minutes * Lounge (free) => Approximately 70 pyeong (complimentary drinks provided) * Dedicated parking lot (no time limit)
Haeundae Beach is Korea’s most famous seaside resort. During the Silla Dynasty (BC57–AD935), the scholar Choi Chi-won, while taking a stroll near Camellia Island, was so moved by the beautiful scenery that he carved the Chinese characters for “Haeundae” (Sea and Cloud Terrace) on a rock on the island—thus giving the area its name…
The Busan Aquarium is home to about 35,000 animals including birds, fish, reptiles, and amphibians, making it the largest aquarium in South Korea. Spanning approximately 36,000㎡ over four floors — three underground and one above ground — the facility features an outdoor park and parking lot on the surface, while the first basement level houses an ocean simulation area...
There are many islands along the southern coast where camellia trees grow naturally, often referred to as Camellia Islands. Among them, Busan's Dongbaek Island, which used to be an island in the sea, is now connected to the mainland. Dongbaek Island is very small and surrounded by lush camellia and pine trees. At the top of the island stands a statue and memorial monument of Choi Chi-won (a scholar and writer from the Silla Dynasty [58 BC–AD 9…
The Busan Olympic Motorboat Racing Stadium is located in Yoo 1-dong, Haeundae District, Busan Metropolitan City, South Korea. It is an internationally renowned venue that hosted the 1986 Seoul Asian Games and the 1988 Seoul Olympics. The stadium can accommodate over 1,300 motorboats and is capable of hosting various motorboat races at any time, making it highly popular among enthusiasts of the sport...
The Busan Exhibition & Convention Center is located at 43 APEC-ro, Yoo 2-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan Metropolitan City, South Korea, and is one of the largest exhibition and convention centers in Busan. Covering a total area of approximately 92,761 square meters, it provides state-of-the-art facilities for event organizers and attendees, as well as strategic…
Busan APEC House is located in U-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan Metropolitan City, South Korea. Its name is derived from the pure Korean words Nuri (world), maru (summit), and APEC House, which symbolizes the venue of the APEC meeting, conveying the meaning of “a gathering place for the world’s elite — the APEC House.”…
Located at 1413, U 2-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan Metropolitan City, the Busan Museum of Art opened in 1998. It is the most important art museum in Busan, dedicated to art research and international exchanges through the collection and display of various valuable materials. It has made outstanding contributions to promoting Busan's art culture and popularizing art knowledge...
The Busan International Film Festival is Asia’s largest and a global film festival, representing one of the cities that showcase Asian cinema and imagery. The Home of Korean Cinema is the dedicated venue and symbol of the Busan International Film Festival, as well as one of the new cultural tourism destinations created through the joint efforts of the citizens of Busan. The Home of Korean Cinema covers an area of…
Haeundae Luxury Hotel is located in Yudong, Haeundae District, Busan Metropolitan City, South Korea. It is a world-renowned premium hot spring spa and luxury hotel. Situated by the scenic seaside and equipped with a variety of lifestyle and sports facilities, the hotel is an ideal choice for travelers seeking vacation and leisure. Haeundae Luxury Hotel is especially famous for its hot spring sauna...
The Jeonju History Museum, which opened in 2002, consists of permanent and special exhibition halls, vividly and engagingly presenting Korea’s modern history to visitors. The Permanent Exhibition Hall 1 displays the outbreak and progression of the Donghak Peasant Movement (a 1894 uprising by farmers seeking equality); the Permanent...