Historical Site of Wangin (왕인박사 유적지)

15.2Km 2024-01-10

440 Wangin-ro, Yeongam-gun, Jeollanam-do

The hometown of Wangin Baksa (Wangin the Great Scholar) is located at the foot of Munpilbong Peak to the east of Gurim Village. Due to Wangin’s importance and contributions to Korean history, this historical attraction is preserved and maintained in honor of his memory and achievements.

Seonggidong is the official birthplace of Wangin (marked by the Yuheobi memorial monument) and is also home to Seongcheon, the well Wangin is believed to have drunk from. Halfway up Wolchulsan Mountain are Chaekgul, Munsanjae and Yangsajae where Wangin is said to have studied as well as nurtured local pupils. To commemorate the significance of these areas, a memorial is held every March at Munsanjae and Yansanjae.

In front of Chaekgul is a statue of Wangin which is said to symbolize his benevolent character. Just west of Seonggidong is Doljeonggogae, a hill from which it is believed Wangin made a sorrowful look back at his countrymen before leaving for Japan.

Wangin departed for Japan from Sangdaepo, which at the time was an international trading port. The renowned Baekje scholar was beginning his journey at the request of Japanese Emperor Eungshin. He took with him ten books on the Analects of Confucius and a book of Cheonjamun, a text of one thousand Chinese characters. Over time, he earned the trust of the emperor and became instructor to the crown prince. Wangin is well-known for his part in the development of Japanese culture and his name appears often in Japanese history. Wangin educated beyond textbooks and made great contributions to the development of arts, crafts and music and is revered as the originator of Japan’s Asuka culture.

This historic site was originally reconstructed from 1985 to 1987 and is continually receiving improvements to improve accessibility for visitors.

Podowon Hoejip (포도원회집)

15.2Km 2021-03-20

41, Beonhwa-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-245-3755

It sells sliced raw croaker, one of the nine gourmet dishes selected by Mokpo City Government. A sliced raw croaker specialty restaurant located in Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do. The most famous menu is sliced raw croaker.

Jungang Hoetjip (중앙횟집)

15.2Km 2021-03-20

44-1, Beonhwa-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-242-5040

It sells sliced raw croaker, one of the nine gourmet dishes selected by Mokpo City Government. This restaurant's signature menu is sliced raw croaker. This seafood restaurant is located in Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do.

Grassland Restaurant (초원음식점)

15.2Km 2024-03-08

42 Yeongsan-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-243-2234

Grassland Restaurant specializes in seafood dishes made with fresh cutlassfish and blue crabs caught near Mokpo. Their popular menu items include galchi jjim (steamed cutlassfish) seasoned with over 10 different sauces, and kkotgesal bibimbap (blue crab bibimbap), which features raw blue crab meat seasoned with chili pepper powder and mixed with rice. The bibimbap is served with seaweed sprinkled on top, and diners can mix the seasoned crab meat with the rice to enjoy. The meal also comes with nine side dishes.

Nojeokbong Peak (노적봉)

15.2Km 2020-05-06

Daeui-dong, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-270-8598

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-sin 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.

Yudalsan Spring Festival (유달산 봄축제)

15.2Km 2024-11-29

45, Nojeokbong-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-61-270-8432

In April, Yudalsan Mountain in the city of Mokpo is covered in blossoming spring flowers. At the Mokpo Yudalsan Mountain Flower Festival, visitors can unwind among the gorgeous spring flowers on the mountain while enjoying some fresh fish, a trademark of this relaxing port city.

Samhakdo Cruise (삼학도크루즈)

15.2Km 2024-02-20

104 Samhak-ro 92beon-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do

Samhakdo Cruise offers sightseeing cruises around the major attractions of Mokpo on the sea. During the day, they operate the Seascape City Tour, and in the evening, they offer Sunset and Fireworks Tours. Departing from the old coastal pier of Samhakdo Island, the cruise passes by Mokpo Maritime Cable Car Tower, Mokpodaegyo Bridge, and the Dancing Ocean Fountain before returning to the departure point. There are also many food stalls gathered around the pier area, providing ample enjoyment for visitors.

Colombang Bakery (코롬방제과)

15.2Km 2019-04-27

9, Nojeokbong-gil 42beon-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-244-0885

Colombang Bakery is one of the top five bakeries in the nation, and has been operating for nearly 70 years at the same location in Mokpo. It is known as the first place in the city to use fresh cream in baked goods. The most popular breads here are the cream cheese baguette and the shrimp baguette.

Mokpo Ramyeon Hongeo Ramyeon (목포라면 홍어라면)

15.3Km 2025-01-23

16 Yeongsan-ro 40beon-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do

This restaurant offers interestingly new ways to enjoy skate. Its signature menu, hongeoramyeon (skate ramyeon), is not simply a ramyeon with skate added. It is cooked with a deep and intense soup made from the restaurant’s propriety seasoning. Other popular dishes include hongeojeon, hongeotwigim, and hongeosamhap made with properly fermented Korean hongeo.

Hanmir (한미르)

15.3Km 2024-11-29

112, Yudal-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-243-7227

Nestled at the foot of Yudalsan Mountain, Hanmir serves Korean dishes such as samhap (fermented skate and steamed pork slices served with kimchi), raw fish caught from the sea, jjim (braised seafood), and royal cuisine such as sinseollo (casserole dish). It is perfect for business meetings and group visitors who wish to enjoy hanjeongsik (Korean Table d'hote).

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