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Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory

속초등대전망대

+82-33-633-3406
sokchotour.com

8-28, Yeonggeumjeong-ro 5-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do

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The Sockcho Lighthouse Observatory provides fantastic views of the nearby Seoraksan Mountains, East Sea and Sokcho area. The most breathtaking views are the ocean vistas.

The white lighthouse has a romantic atmosphere to it. Inside the lighthouse, binoculars are available to view distant points of interest. This area is also famous for its sunrises.

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Contact: • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-33-633-3406
Opened: All year round
Hours: Sunrise - Sunset

Updated 2016.04.08

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8-28, Yeonggeumjeong-ro 5-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do

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Sokcho Tourist & Fishery Market

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Sokcho Culture Center

Abai Village

Abai Village Ferry

Yeongnangho Lake

Cheongchoho Lake

Sokcho Beach

Sokcho Expo Tower

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