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Songaksan Mountain (송악산)

2024-12-02

421-1 Songakgwangwang-ro, Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Songaksan Mountain is a mountain formed by underwater volcanic activity, characterized by its dual volcanic cones, which hold significant geological value. Along the Songaksan Trail, hikers can enjoy breathtaking coastal landscapes, including views of Hyeongjeseom Island, Gapado Island, and Marado Island. The trail is not too challenging, making it accessible to all, although it can be windy. The coastal area at the foot of the mountain is also renowned for fishing spots.

Damyang Bamboo Forest (Damyang Marsh) (담양대나무숲 - 담양습지)

2025-01-13

656-2, Taemok-ri, Daejeon-myeon, Damnyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-380-3114

Situated between Damyang-gun and Gwangju Metropolitan City, Damyang Wetland is one of the best places to experience the ecology of Yeongsangang River. It is a habitat for the hawk, wildcat, Boreal digging frog (endangered species), and kestrel. It became the first river wetland to be designated as a wetland reserve in 2004.

Yeongsangang River (영산강)

2020-05-19

Gaedongsingi-gil, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-380-2820

Yeongsangang River (136 kilometers) is the shortest of the four major rivers in Korea. The river starts from Yongchubong Peak (560m) located in Yong-myeon in Damyang, Jeollanam-do. It runs through Damyang, Gwangju, Naju, and Yeongam and eventually flows into the Yellow Sea in Mokpo through the estuary bank.

The river also faces some environmental challenges, including extreme weather events that cause flooding, leading to ecosystem loss and habitat degradation. In December 1981, a dam was built and the damage was significantly reduced. The government has also introduced the Four Major Rivers Restoration Project in 2009 with the objective of restoring the rivers while achieving regional development. Under this project, a significant amount of budget was allocated for resolving problems plaguing the Yeongsangang River.

Hajodo Lighthouse (하조도 등대)

2022-07-01

429, Jododeungdae-gil, Jindo-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-542-5374

Hajodo Lighthouse is responsible for safely guiding ships passing through Jangjuk waterway, the key route that connects the southern and western coasts. The beacon can be seen from as far as 39 meters asea. The waters passing between Hajodo Island and Jindo Island move very quickly, making this lighthouse serve a very important role in maritime safety.

Tracksite of Dinosaurs, Pterosaurs, and Birds in Uhang-ri (우항리 공룡화석자연사유적지)

2021-06-01

234, Gongnyongbangmulgwan-gil, Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-530-5324

The Tracksite of Dinosaurs, Pterosaurs, and Birds in Uhang-ri is where the world's most intricate fossil footprints of dinosaurs and birds were discovered. The track site was designated as a Natural Monument for its significance and serves as an educational site for studying earth science and dinosaurs from the Cretaceous period. There is a museum that has on display 447 materials related to fossils, including actual fossil pieces of an Allosaurus, along with exhibitions dedicated to giant dinosaurs, sea reptile, and birds.

Hajodo Island (하조도)

2022-12-29

47, Changri-gil, Jindo-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-540-3045

Hajodo Island is named after the 154 small and big islands making up the islets that resemble a flock of birds. One of the beauties of Hajodo Island is the splendid harmony created between the land and sea. It offers a view of islands in the middle of the deep blue water, fishing boats moving across the calm sea, and the scenic landscape of a tranquil farming village. Visitors can camp at Sinjeon Beach or Morakkae Beach, and a particular treat this area offers a tour of the islands, which take visitors to the anchovy fishing grounds near Jukhangdo Island and to the baby islands in the area. Nearby is also Hajodo Lighthouse, standing 12 meters high. There is a superb trekking trail that provides an amazing view of Dadohae (Sea of Many Islands) as visitors walk up the path to the lighthouse. Taking a boat from Eoryupo Port to the lighthouse makes it possible to enjoy the sight of the coast’s majestic rugged cliffs.

Damyangho Lake (담양호)

2025-01-10

Geumseongsanseong-gil, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-380-3150

Damyangho Lake is a man-made lake, created in 1976 with the construction of a dam on Yeongsangang River. The lake is set at the base of the picturesque Chuwolsan and Geumseongsan Mountains, and its crystal clear water is the habitat of many different freshwater fish species including pond smelt, catfish, snakehead, carp and leather carp. With Damyangho Lake at the center, the area is surrounded by Chuwolsan Tourism Area, Gamagol Youth Camping Grounds and Geumseong Mountain Fortress. The mountain’s lakeside road, which passes through a tunnel at the mid-section of the mountain, is a popular scenic driving road.

Najuho Lake (나주호)

2021-05-24

Bangsan-ri, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-339-8591

Najuho Lake is a man-made reservoir that holds about 91 million tons of water. Najuho Lake spans across Panchon-ri, Gungwon-ri and Bangsan-ri in Dado-myeon. The dam that created the lake was completed in 1976 and is about 496 meters in length. The lake is a favored vacation and fishing site, with beautiful scenery and abundance of freshwater fish. Nearby attractions include temples, forests and a golf course.

Honinji Pond (혼인지)

2022-12-26

39-22, Honinji-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-710-6798

Honinji Pond is connected to a myth of how agriculture and farming started on Jeju Island. Despite its small size, the pond is said to have been the location of the wedding between the Samsinin (three founding demi-gods) and three princesses of the East Kingdom. Next to the pond is Samseonghyeol, three caves that served as bridal homes. Honinji Pond and Samseonghyeol are great places to trace the origin of the founders of Jeju Island. In the summer, the area is in full bloom with red lotus flowers.

Duryunsan Cable Car (두륜산케이블카)

2025-03-26

88-45 Daeheungsa-gil, Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-534-8992

Duryunsan Mountain (700 meters) is a famous mountain in Jeollanam-do. With its eight peaks, it is home to many temples and historic sites. The mountain also holds great importance in plant chorology as its forests consist of warm-temperate broad-leaved evergreens and deciduous broad-leaved trees. The mountain peak can be reached by trekking for about 2-3 hours from the entrance of Daeheungsa Temple or by the Daeryunsan Cable Car (one way 8-minute), which departs from the entrance on the opposite side of the mountain and takes visitors to a spot right below the peak. From the mountain summit, there is a view of the southern sea and on a clear day, it is possible to see as far as Hallasan Mountain on Jeju Island. Nearby tourist attractions include Uhangri Dinosaur Museum Complex, Usuyeong Tourism Village and Ttangkkeut Village.

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