Birthplace of Yeongnang (강진영랑생가)

15.3Km 18614 2019-08-10

15, Yeongnangsaengga-gil, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-430-3185

Kim Yun-sik was born on this site on January 16, 1903 as the first-born of two sons and three daughters. Under the pen name Yeongnang, he was active in literature until his death on September 29, 1950. Among the 80 poems he published, more than 60 were written in this place where he lived a life resisting Japanese imperialism and refusing to change his name to a Japanese name. After he moved to Seoul in 1948, his birthplace was resold several times, but the county of Gangjin-gun bought it in 1985 to restore it to its original state with a thatched-roof. The site features many of the poet’s writing materials and the site has a small well, camellia trees, jangdokdae (a platform where large clay pots used for storing food are kept), persimmon trees, and a peony garden.

Haetae Sikdang (해태식당)

15.6Km 1 2024-02-16

6 Seoseongan-gil, Gangjin-eup, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do

Haetae Sikdang specializes in Namdo-style hanjeongsik (Korean table d'hote), with the Haetae jeongsik (Haetae set menu) being the sole offering on its menu. This nutritious array of dishes is prepared using ingredients sourced from the rich natural environment of Gangjin. The selection of food varies seasonally, featuring Gangjin daehap (hard clams) in spring, minmul jangeo (freshwater eel) in summer, jeoneo (gizzard shad) and odori (raw shrimp) in autumn, and maesaengiguk (seaweed fulvescens soup) in winter, ensuring a diverse and fresh dining experience throughout the year.

Yehyang (예향)

15.8Km 5973 2024-02-19

11-1 Boeun-ro 3-gil, Gangjin-eup, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do
061-433-5777

Yehyang is a traditional Korean table d'hote restaurant that originated in 1930 on Yeongrang-ro in Gangjin. They offer set menus such as ye jeongsik, hyang jeongsik, and surasang, all served based on a portion size for four people. Using natural ingredients, they provide healthy and flavorful meals with dishes like hongeo samhap (skate, pork, and kimchi combo), tteokgalbi (grilled galbi patties), and bori gulbi (barley-aged dried yellow croaker).

Naju National Museum (국립나주박물관)

16.4Km 5446 2022-02-04

747, Gobun-ro, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-330-7800

Naju National Museum displays artifacts found near the Yeongsangang River region and preserves artifacts excavated from throughout the Jeolla region.

While most national museums are found within the city, Naju National Museum is the first national museum to be located in a rural countryside. Its location provides a perfect relaxing atmosphere for visitors to take time and appreciate what the museum has to offer.

Although the museum may be isolated from urban cities, it uses modern technology to provide convenient museum experience. Naju National Museum is the first national museum to integrate NFC features within smart phones with the exhibition guide system for all exhibition halls. This integrated feature acts as a means to provide communication both ways, as visitors can receive information guides and upload them on social media via smart phones.

In addition to the collection of artifacts, the open-type storage rooms and the hands-on activities offered at the experience center provide opportunities to personally witness and experience the process of preservation and storage of cultural assets.

Bulhoesa Temple (Naju) (불회사(나주))

17.4Km 23079 2024-02-19

1224-142 Dado-ro, Dado-myeon, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do

Bulhoesa Temple is a temple located in the middle of Deongnyongsan Mountain. It exudes a simple yet devout atmosphere. Behind it lies a beautiful forest of camellia trees. At the entrance of the temple, there are two stone Jangseung figures estimated to have been made around 1719. Jangseung is a traditional Korean cultural symbol believed to ward off evil spirits, and they are sculpted with comical expressions, providing an amusing sight for visitors.

Muan Hoesan White Lotus Pond (무안회산백련지)

19.5Km 39805 2021-02-17

333, Baengnyeon-ro, Muan-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-283-1325

Muan Hoesan White Lotus Pond is the largest habitat of white lotus in Asia, covering an area of approximately 330,000 square meters in Bogyong-ri, Muan-gun in Jeollanam-do. This pond was originally a reservoir made during the Japanese colonial period for irrigation, but was abandoned with the development of the Yeongsangang River system. The reservoir was recreated and expanded into today's lotus habitat thanks to the effort of Jeong Su-dong, who planted twelve lotus roots along the shoreline and took care of them dearly after dreaming of twelve white cranes landing upon the reservoir. The white lotus flowers in this pond blossom and fall from July until September. A lotus festival is held in August, when the flowers are at their peak.

Jeongnamjin Jangheung Saturday Market (정남진 장흥토요시장)

19.5Km 29759 2020-06-16

15, Toyosijang 3-gil, Jangheung-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-846-7002

Jeongnamjin Jangheung Saturday Market is the nation's first weekend market, selling produce, locally grown beef, and other specialty products. A permanent stage within the market also provides a venue for dynamic performances and concerts, making a trip to this marketplace exciting.

Myeonghuine Eumsikjeom (명희네음식점)

19.5Km 51102 2021-03-20

3-6, Toyosijang 2-gil, Jangheung-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-862-3369

Samhap is a representative dish in Jeolla-do that refers to a combination platter of three dishes. The representative menu is skate, pork, and kimchi combo. This is a Korean cuisine located in Jangheung-gun, Jeollanam-do.

Jeongnamjin Jangheung Water Festival (정남진 장흥 물축제)

19.6Km 33803 2024-08-01

Geonsan-ri, Jangheung-eup, Jangheung-gun, Jeollanam-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-61-860-5771~3

The Jeongnamjin Jangheung Water Festival celebrates the clean and refreshing water of the Tamjingang River and Jangheung Lake. The festival serves as the perfect way to keep cool on a hot summer's day while also promoting the local economy. The festival includes various programs and activities that take place both in the daytime and at night.

Jinsong Tourist Hotel (진송관광호텔)

19.6Km 6240 2020-06-18

1, Donggyo 2-gil, Jangheung-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-864-7775

Jinsong Hotel offers the refreshing elements of nature and ultimate relaxation in this Jeongnamjin area. Together with the Jeongnamjin market opening every Saturday and the scenic views of a nearby stream by the night, guests can get lost in the comforts of natural environment. The hotel is located 20 minutes away from the Boseong Tea Plantation and 30 minutes from the Haenam Ttangkkeut Maeul (the Southern tip of the peninsula). Other tourist attractions in the region include Yulpo Beach Resort, Sumun Beach Resort, Cheon-gwansan among others, providing one of the best places for sight-seeing. Jinsong Tourist Hotel is the choice hotel recommended for family and group tourists as it is the only hotel-class accomodation in this area richly endowned with tourist destinations.

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