Gossi Cave located in Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do Province is a limestone cave almost 6km long. Its name came from the story that the Go family, fighting against Japanese soldiers, took refuge here during the Japanese invasion of Korea. Inside the cave, there are stalactites, stalagmites, four lakes, three falls, six plazas (open spaces) that have been formed over the past 400 million years. In addition, there are about twenty-four microorganisms that inhabit the cave. Spots where the Go family made fires can still be seen. Visitors can enjoy various facilities nearby such as an amusement park, shops for traditional local products, traditional restaurants, and accommodations.

Daesosan Signaling Station, created in beginning of the Joseon Dynasty, was the communication tool that sent messages and news via smoke signals and torchlight. The signaling station, often viewable from afar atop the mountain, sent smoke signals during the day and fire signals by night. The Daesosan Signaling Station was one of numerous provincial signaling stations that informed Namsan Signaling Station in Seoul of the status in the Yeongdeok, Chuksanpo region. From Daesosan Signaling Station either fire or smoke signals pass onto Byeolban Station to the south, Pyeonghae Hurisan Station to the north and Gwangsan Station to the west, and then arrives at Namgaksan Signaling Station. Daesosan, a major mountain in the Southeast coast of Yeongdeok, is 282m above sea level. The top of the mountain has a fortress wall made of stone within which the cone-shaped signaling station sits. Daesosan Signaling Station is a well-preserved example of the communication tools used during the Joseon Dynasty.

Embracing the former downtown of Incheon, Wolmi Special Tourist Zone is deeply involved in Korea’s modern history and culture. Since modern Western culture and institutions were introduced through the port off the coast of Incheon, the zone has become rich in modern architecture and cultural heritage that tell the stories of the Open Port Period. Visitors can experience the foreign cultures of old when walking on the road along the foot of Wolmisan Mountain, which overlooks the port. The small amusement park in Wolmi Special Tourist Zone is popular with young people for leisure activities and dates. Along the coastline, always busy with travelers, are sashimi restaurants and fancy cafes. Visitors can see a panoramic view of the port and downtown from Wolmi Observation Platform. They can also experience the charm of the fish market and the unique atmosphere of Yeonan Pier where ferries go back and forth near the port. Sea fishing, eating fresh seafood or walking on Open Port Nuri-gil, which is adjacent to the sea, are worth the experience. Chinatown in Wolmi Special Tourist Zone shows the past and the present of Chinese immigrants. There you can find Chinese restaurants, the Incheon Open Port Museum and the Modern Architecture Museum. The Incheon Modern Open Port Street Festival and the Wolmi Special Tourist Zone Culture Festival are held every year. Travelers can learn about Korea’s emigration and open port history at the Museum of Korea Emigration History. * Current State of Wolmi Special Tourist Zone 1) Districts Covered: Areas around Yeonan, Shinheung, Bukseong, Dongincheon and Sinpo-dong, Jung-gu, Incheon 2) Area: 3,000,898㎡ * Tourist Attractions Incheon Port, Wolmi Park, Wolmi Observation Platform, The Museum of Korea Emigration History, Art Museum, Chinatown, Modern Open Port and Sinpo Culture Street, Songwol-dong Fairy Tale Village, etc.

Dongguksa Temple was built by Japanese monk Seoneungbulgwan in 1909. The temple was run by Japanese monks for 36 years during the Japanese occupation, reverting to Korean jurisdiction when Korea was liberated in 1945. The historical temple is the only surviving Japanese-style temple in the nation. The temple is characterized by its two main buildings, Daeungjeon Hall and Yosachae, which are connected by a corridor, and the temple’s relative lack of decoration, which stands as a sharp contrast to the brilliantly-colored Korean temples. Dongguksa Temple was officially designated Cultural Asset No. 64 in July 2003 and is now a branch temple of Seonunsa Temple in Gochang, the 24th district of the Korean Buddhist Jogye Order.

The Hajodo Lighthouse, built in February 1909, shines light up to a distance 39 kilometers away. It is responsible for safely guiding the ships passing through Jangjuk waterway, the key route that connects the southern and western coasts. Hajodo Lighthouse is 12 meters high and stands tall on a steep rugged cliff. There is a path leading up to the lighthouse, which is an excellent way for taking in the beautiful sights of Dadohae (Sea of Many Islands). The magnificence of the rugged cliff can be fully appreciated when taking a boat to the lighthouse from Eoryupo Port.

With the aim of enriching the lives of Dong-gu district’s inhabitants, Ayang Art Center (former Donggu Arts & Sports Center) is equipped with a wide range of facilities for hosting performances, exhibitions, culture classes, sport events, etc. Available facilities include a grand performance hall (1,165 seats), variable black box theater (200 seats), outdoor performance hall (400 seats), recreation ground, exhibition hall, culture and arts educational facilities, a wedding hall, sports center with a swimming pool, and a fitness center. As of March 1, 2013, the center's name has been changed from Donggu Arts & Sports Center to Ayang Art Center.

Nojeokbong Peak is marked by a large boulder on Yudalsan Mountain overlooking Mokpo. This peak was used during the Imjin War (1592-1598) by Admiral Yi Sun-shin to win a victory without fighting. Men made of straw were placed throughout the mountain to create the appearance of a larger force, causing the invading Japanese navy to flee.