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Hapcheon Hwangmaesan Royal Azalea Festival
Gyeongsangnam-do(Hapcheon-gun)

The Hwangmaesan Royal Azalea Festival is held every year in May at Hwangmaesan County Park. The festival started in 1997 as an effort by local and overseas residents to preserve the azalea fields through hosting local cultural events. In 2012, the mountain was also included in CNN Travel's list of "50 Beautiful Places to Visit in Korea." Hwangmaesan is the filming site of several Korean movies such as Taegukgi: The Brotherhood of War (태극기휘날리며), Welcome to Dongmakgol (웰컴투 동막골), A Story Of Bangja (방자전), Queen Seok Duk (선덕여왕), Horse Doctor (마의), and Bridal Mask (각시탈).

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Yeonhosa Temple
Gyeongsangnam-do(Hapcheon-gun)

Yeonhosa Temple is located in Hapcheon-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do. With its back to Gayaseong Fortress, the temple faces Hwanggang River. The view of the gently flowing river from the pavilion is relaxing, but the view of the moon reflecting perfectly off the water is a sight not to be missed. The temple was built in 643 A.D., during the Three Kingdoms period by Buddhist Master Wawoo to comfort the spirits of Kim Chun-chu's daughter, Gotasorang, her husband Kim Pum-seok (Juk-juk), and the 2,000 Silla soldiers who died during a battle with Baekje in the previous year.  

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Changwon Jungang Station
Gyeongsangnam-do(Changwon-si)

Opened on December 15, 2010, the Changwon Jungang Station is a two-storey building. 1F: Station Office, Facilities for Passengers 2F: Night-duty Room  

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Masan Fish Market
Gyeongsangnam-do(Changwon-si)

Experience the bounty of the sea at Masan Fish Market, located in the beautiful region of North Gyeongsang in South Korea. Recognized for its flavorful seafood, Masan is home to this bustling marketplace that boasts over 200 vendors. Whether it's luxury fish or the humble mackerel and pollock that adorn the tables of everyday families, this market offers a diverse range of freshly-caught seafood straight from the southern coastline. Furthermore, Masan offers its own unique flavors in the form of salted and dried fish. Using local, fresh seafood, these delicacies have gained popularity among visitors. Immerse yourself in the essence of Masan at affordable prices. The pinnacle of the Masan Fish Market experience is the highly anticipated 'Masan Fish Market Festival'. This annual event attracts a multitude of visitors who come to enjoy the seafood while sharing the joy of the festival with the locals. Embark on a journey to Masan, a treasure trove of the sea in South Korea, and prepare to be mesmerized by the taste and vibrant colors of its seafood. A trip to Masan and the Masan Fish Market is a culinary adventure waiting to be explored. Be welcomed by an array of flavorful seafood eager to be savored. The Masan Fish Market, a place where you can experience the flavors and culture of Masan, South Korea, should definitely be on your travel bucket list.

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Hambyeongnu Pavilion
Gyeongsangnam-do(Hapcheon-gun)

Included in Hapcheon's 8 Best Landscapes, Hambyeongnu Pavilion was built in 1321 A.D., during the 8th year of Goryeo's King Chungsuk by Hapcheon county lord Kim Mo. It is located on the banks of Hwanggang River, below Yeonhosa Temple and Dayaseong Fortress. The pavilion was visited by many poets, with writings from Toegye Yi Hwang, Nammyeong Josil, and Wooam Song Si-yeol hanging from tablets inside, and a rock engraved with "Hambyeongnu" behind the pavilion. Hambyeongnu is a 3 pillar wide by 2 pillar deep, 2-story pavillion, with an octagonal roof connected with a frame of five parts. The roof of the pavilion is famous in that when it rains, the water drips straight off the eaves and into the river below.

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Okgyeseowon Confucian Academy
Gyeongsangnam-do(Hapcheon-gun)

Okgyesewon Confusian Academy houses the tablets of members of the Gyeongju Jeong clan. It was originally built in 1438 during the 20th year of King Sejong's reign, but moved to it's current location in 1953. It rests on a relatively gentle, southwestern slope and features Gyeonghaengdang, Gojiksa, Ganguidang and various other buildings inside Sochuimun Gate, the front gate. Beyond this is the main gate, Sechungmun Gate, which leads to Okgyesa Temple.

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Gyeonghogang River (경호강)
Gyeongsangnam-do(Sancheong-gun)

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.

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Changwon Garosu-gil
Gyeongsangnam-do(Changwon-si)

Like Seoul, the city of Changwon also has a romantic promenade called "Garosu-gil," lined with metasequoia trees on each side. The street is filled with a lovely ambience, dotted by small and cozy coffee shops, galleries, and art shops, making it the perfect place for a leisurely walk or a tea-time.

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Changwon City Museum
Gyeongsangnam-do(Changwon-si)

Nestled at the hillside of Chusan-dong where one can see the entire view of Changwon-si, Moonshin Art Museum houses Moon Shin’s art pieces and keeps his spirit intact. The artist resided in France for many years, returning to his hometown in 1980, and worked hard to establish the museum throughout 15 years. The museum finally opened in 1994 after his endless effort. Unfortunately, Moon Shin died one year after opening the museum, donating the museum to his loving hometown in his will. Following his will, the Moonshin Art Museum was donated to Changwon-si in 2003 and has since been operating as a city gallery. Changwon-si also established Moonshin Round Museum in October 2010, exhibiting 116 Moonshin plaster circle art pieces. Moonshin Art Museum is comprised of Exhibition Hall 1 & 2, outdoor exhibition hall and Moonshin Round Museum, showcasing a total of 3,900 pieces, including plaster round pieces, sculptures, drawing, tools, paintings, oil-paintings and keepsakes.

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Cheongnyangsa Temple
Gyeongsangnam-do(Hapcheon-gun)

Cheongnyangsa Temple, located in Gayasan National Park, is famous for its stone lanterns, pagodas, and images of Buddha. The exact date of the temple's foundation is unknown (estimated to be in the 9th century), but was recorded by Choi Chi-won in the Three Kingdoms Period and is believed to have been built during the Silla Dynasty.

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