Samgilpo Port in Hwagok-ri, Daesan-eup, Chungcheongnam-do is located at the end of Daeho
Seawall, which connects Hwagok-ri, Daesan-eup and Gyoro-ri, Seongmun-myeon, Dangjin-gun.
The floodgate of the Daeho Seawall is also located at the site. The 7.8-km-long Daeho Seawall was
completed on November 16, 1984. It is a scenic ocean drive with an expansive view of the large
and small islands floating on the sea. It is also a popular sea fishing venue. In the middle of Daeho
Seawall, is Dobido Island. It was developed as a recreational site equipped with accommodations,
sports and recreation facilities, and a farmer’s market. It has since become a highly favored tourist
destination.
Around Samgilpo Port are a number of sashimi (Korean raw fish) restaurants where visitors can
enjoy fresh seafood with a great view in a tranquil atmosphere. Daeho Seawall is also known as
paradise for winter migratory birds, so each winter it attracts a number of birds, photographers,
and birdwatchers.
Gacheon Village is on Namhae, the fifth largest island in Korea. Gacheon Village is located on the island's southwestern side between Wolpo and Sachon beaches, facing out into the open ocean. Originally called Gancheon, the village is known for the hard-working villagers who eke out a living on the steep slope between the mountain peak and the ocean. The village is also known for the terraced rice paddies spread out across these slopes.
Samsa Marine Park is located south of Gangguhang Port, overlooking the expansive East Sea. Thanks to its picturesque beauty and variety of facilities, the park is a favorite weekend picnic spot for families. Major facilities include Theme Land, Happy Land, a performance hall, bungalows, restaurants, and stores. There is even an artificial waterfall and a 20 ton-rock carved with floral patterns that add an extra element of unique beauty.
In the park you can see a great bell called Gyeongbuk Daejong, which was made to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the province. Another must-see sight for visitors to Gyeongsangbuk-do is Manghyangtap Pagoda, which was set up by those originally from North Korea. Every year on New Year’s Eve, a bell ringing ceremony takes place during the area’s sunrise festival as those separated from their families wish for reunification.
The Seongho Memorial Hall was built by the municipality of Ansan in memory of Seongho Yi Ik (1681-1763), a great Neo-Confucian scholar from Ansan, to house his personal academic works and associated artifacts. The memorial hall was opened in May 2002 and has on exhibit the personal handwritten materials and works of Yi Ik and other relics related to his studies and philosophy.
Major exhibits include Yi Ik’s hand-written poems and letters, the Seongho literary book, and books written by Toegye Yi Hwang, Misu Heo Bok, Bangye Yu Hyeong-won, and Dasan Jeong Yak-yong, most of which are the original copies. There are also a significant number of relics on exhibit that were once owned by individual collectors.
Dotseom (돝섬) is an island 10 minutes off Masan Port. ‘Dot’ is an ancient name for pigs after which the island was named because its shape resembles that of a reclining pig. Gagopa Land is an amusement park located on Dotseom Island accessible by frequent ferry services that connect the island and Masan Port. Gagopa Land includes amusement facilities, restaurants and paths for walkers. On the island’s peak there is a 2000 m² wooden-floor observation deck where you can enjoy the sea view. The deck is equipped with a stage for holding various events such as sport competitions, games, balls and parties. The entire island is covered with thick forests, either manmade or naturally growing, where visitors can enjoy the abundant greenery.
Located in the Gajisan Provincial Park, Yeongchuksan Mountain has an elevation of 1,059 meters. The name of the mountain “Yeongchuk” is known to have originated from the name of a mountain in the ancient kingdom of Magadha in central India. The mountain is also called Chwiseosan and has such beautiful scenery that it is often referred to as the Alps of Yeongnam. The broad valley that extends at the foot of Yeongchuksan Mountain provides a great walk to the hermitages scattered around the famous Tongdosa Temple.
Yeongchuksan Mountain is considered the best of the eight beautiful places in Yangsan City. The other seven places are Cheonseogsan Mountain, Naewonsa Valley, Hongryong Falls, Baenaegol Valley, Cheontaesan Mountain, Imgyeongdae Terrace on Obongsan Mountain, and Tapgol Recreational Forest on Daeunsan Mountain.
The Old Wall of Jijeon Village in Muju is a traditional stone wall with a length
of 700 meters. The stone wall was built of mud and natural stones and the
overall look blends in harmony with the village's traditional atmosphere.
Gyeonghogang denotes
the 32km-long waterway from Gangjeong Village in Eoseo-ri, Saengcho-myeon, Sancheong-gun to Jinyangho Lake in Jinju. Drivers
can enjoy the beautiful scenery around the river as it runs parallel to National
Road No. 3.The river does not have big rocks but has sandy banks and
pebbles instead. The current is swift but the rapids are not very turbulent,
making the river ideal for rafting. Many adventure seekers come to Gyeonghogang River to
enjoy the thrill of rafting.
The House of Lee Young-choon was constructed by
a Japanese landlord named Kumamoto during the Japanese colonial era. The house combines Western, Korean, and Japanese combined
into one structure. After Korean liberation, Dr. Lee Young-choon, the first medical doctor, lived in the house. From that time, the house was referred as the
House of Lee Young-choon.
Thanks to its beautiful exterior, the house was used as a backdrop for films such as Bingjeom, Sandglass, and Yain Shidae, etc.
The doctor was considered the Korean "Albert Schweitzer", and his
pen name of "Ho", referring to ssangcheon,
means "two branches of spring water, represents one for healing physical disease and the other for healing the
spirit. He was born in Yonggang-gun, Pyeongannam-do in October 1903. In 1935,
through a connection by his professor at Pyeongyanggobo Schoo, he took a position
as the head of Jahye Hospital to take care of 20,000 people. In addition, he was the first person
in Korea to implement the policy of school nurses as well as the medical insurance union.
Keimyung Art Center covers an area of 10,000 square meters with three upper
floors and two basement floors. It is equipped with 1,954 seats and cutting-edge stage facilities for hosting diverse genres of performance arts like operas, musicals, concerts, plays, and dance. Since its opening in October 2008, the center has been greatly contributing in facilitating communication with a broad audience and increasing cultural opportunities for Daegu citizens. The center also arranges various social restoration and educational programs.
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