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Daecheong Dam Observatory (대청댐 전망대)

2023-04-04

206 , Daecheonghoban-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-201-0911

Daecheong Dam Observatory overlooks the clear waters of Daecheongho Lake. At the site is Water Culture Center that offers various things to see relating to the dam as well as informational visual aids related to water. The Dacheonggyo Bridge by the observatory connects to Geumgang Lohas Daecheong Park in Daejeon.

Seohaerang Jebu Marine Cable Car (서해랑 제부도 해상케이블카)

2024-04-04

1-10 Jeongokhang-ro, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

There is a new landmark where people mingle with nature. Seohaerang Jebu Marine Cable Car is the longest in Korea, at 2.12 kilometers above the sea around Jebudo Island, and connected to Jeongok Port, where one can enjoy the beautiful west coast scenery. The cable car has a modern appearance and function that reflect the unique characteristics and beauty of Jebudo Island, making it a popular tourist spot on the West Coast and the metropolitan area. With the Seohaerang Jebu Marine Cable Car, one can enjoy both the mudflats and the sea at the same time, and sunset is the best time to enjoy it.

Jirisan Cheese Land (지리산치즈랜드)

2023-03-17

1590-62 , Saneop-ro, Gurye-gun, Jeollanam-do

Chowon Ranch, which started milking with two cows in 1979, built Jirisan Cheese Land, an experience ranch, in 2012 to introduce the dairy industry and milk to more people based on its 30 years of experience. Jirisan Cheese Land distributes homemade cheese and yogurt, and at the experience center, you can experience making mozzarella cheese, feeding calves, and riding a grass sleigh. Over 130 dairy cows are grazing in the green meadow pasture, and the lake is adjacent to it, creating beautiful scenery. The specialty of Jirisan Cheese Land is nature. The dazzling greenery and fragrance of scenery, flowers, and grass are the special features.

Seosan House of Yu Gibang (서산 유기방가옥)

2024-03-11

72-10 Imunan-gil, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

House of Yu Gibang was built in the early 1900s and measures 4,770㎡. As a valuable historical asset, it was designated as a Chungcheongnam-do Folk Culture Heritage on October 31, 2005. The house faces south on a low mountain with a thick pine forest background. A courtyard is at the center of the house, created by the straight line-shaped anchae to the north, the haengnangchae to the west, and a chat room with anchae to the east. Initially, there was a middle gate in front of the anchae, but it was demolished in 1988 and replaced with a pavilion-shaped gate as seen now.

Geum Parasitic Cone (금오름)

2024-11-14

Geumakbuk-ro, Hallim-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6000

Geum Parasitic Cone is one of the most famous parasitic cones in the western mountainous region of Jeju. It is a satellite volcanic edifice that has a large circular crater (52 meters deep) and a crater at the summit, and the two peaks in the south and the north are connected by a low slope from east to west. The crater at the summit once held an abundant volume of water but it is now empty. The name Geum Parasitic Cone is speculated to have derived from an archaic word "Gom," which means "god." Therefore, it can be interpreted that this parasitic cone has been deified since the ancient times. Pines, cedars, briers, bo trees and Oriental photinia can be found near the circular crater and the lake area.

Cheonjin Port (천진항)

2023-02-16

1737-15, Yeonpyeong-ri, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6000

Udo Island is the largest of all the smaller islands near Jeju and where the sun rises before anywhere else. It is located at the eastern end of Jeju Island and a popular tourist spot that is always crowded with visitors as there are numerous things to see, eat and enjoy. The island is a bit too big to tour on foot so it is better to enter the island by car, rent an electric scooter or a small electric vehicle once on the island or travel by bus. Udo has two docks located at Cheonjin Port and Haumokdong Port. Cheonjin Port is the gate port into Udo with several electric scooter rental shops, so many tourists get off here. It takes about 10 to 15 minutes from Seongsan Port or Jongdal Port to Cheonjin Port.

Secret Forest (비밀의 숲)

2024-12-26

2173,Songdang-ri, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-10-4864-4609

Secret Forest, located in Gujwa-eup, Jeju-si, is a natural forest path that became famous as a must-visit selfie spot on social media. It shows its own unique appeal different from that of other well-known forests on Jeju Island such as Bijarim Forest and Saryeonisup Forest Trail. It consists of diverse elements from the rare cypress forest and vast grassland to stone walls and log cabins, and also features photo spots that contain sentiments and vibes unique to Jeju Island. Here, visitors can enjoy the beautiful four seasons of nature through canola blossoms and pink muhly. However, since it is a privately-owned land, it is prohibited to take pictures in the area until completely passing through the entrance, and must refer to the address shown on the website to get to the paved road.

Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road (신창풍차해안도로)

2024-10-25

1322-1 Sinchang-ri, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6000

Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road, which continues along the western tip of Jeju Island, presents a view of windmills lined up along the road from an offshore wind farm. The view of white windmills and emerald-colored sea along the winding coastline offer a pleasant fall scenery. There are many other things that unfold before one's eyes as while looking out upon the blue sea, like Chagwido Island afar. The road is well-known for its beautiful sunset so it is a great place to take pictures and watch the setting sun. Along the coastal road is a trail named Eco Experience. It features a Kelp grouper statue, Wondam Experience Site and a rest area where visitors can take selfies with many different backdrops. The observatory located in the middle of the trail is relatively quiet and visitors are recommended to head towards the observatory after taking a few photos on their walk up from Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road.

Geumneung Beach (금능해수욕장)

2024-07-17

119-10 Geumneung-gil, Hallim-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-728-3983

Clear waters, a beautiful beach with white sand and seashells, fantastic sunset, and the view of Biyangdo Island beyond sum up to describe Geumneung Beach. The white sandy beach where the bottom of the shallow, blue water is clearly seen creates an illusion that one can easily walk all the way to Biyangdo.

Geumneung Beach is directly connected to Hyeopjae Beach, another popular tourist spot on the west side of Jeju Island. However, despite the common charming elements the two beaches share, Geumneung Beach sees a relatively small number of visitors in comparison, so it exudes a more relaxing vibe. Moreover, the beach and the parking lot are directly connected, making it more convenient to move baggage and other belongings. The newly built showers supply warm water, which is another advantge of the beach.

It is recommended to visit the beach during the hours of ebb tide. Once the sea water recedes afar, a vast, beautiful sandy beach appears. The water is shallow in many parts where natural swimming pools are formed, allowing little children to be able to play safely.

Gwakji Beach (Gwakji Gwamulhaebyeon Beach) (곽지해수욕장 (곽지과물해변))

2023-02-16

Geumseong 5-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-728-3985

Gwakji Beach is a beach that has nice conditions including a 350-meter-long, 70-meter-wide white sand beach, an average water depth of 1.5 meters and a slope of about 5 to 8 degrees. Thanks to these conditions, a youth training facility was installed and groups of tourists visit here every year. Gwakji-ri is a historic village where shell mounds from prehistoric times were once excavated. According to a local legend, Gwakji Beach used to be a village in the ancient days, but one day, it became buried in the sand.

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