Yogbo Halmaejip (Dongbaek Sikdang) (욕보할매집(동백식당))

9.5Km 2024-02-21

20 Byeollyangjang-gil, Byeollyang-myeon, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
061-742-8304

Yogbo Halmaejip (Dongbaek Sikdang) is a highly acclaimed restaurant specializing in mudskipper dishes, praised by gourmets nationwide. It opened its doors in the 1970s and has stood the test of time. Its signature dish is the jjangttungeo jeongol (spicy mudskipper hot pot), which features a spicy fish broth filled with mudskipper, pumpkin leaves, and pumpkin. This dish is a local delicacy traditionally enjoyed as a nutritious meal along the Honam coastal region.

Gwangyang Wine Cave (광양와인동굴)

10.2Km 2024-02-01

33 Gangjeong-gil, Gwangyang-eup, Gwangyang-si, Jeollanam-do

Opened in July 2017, the Gwangyang Wine Cave has transformed the historic Gwangyang Steel Cargo Transportation Tunnel into an immersive wine and cultural experience. Spanning 301 meters in length, 4.5 meters in x_width, and 6 meters in x_height, this unique space aims to introduce the world of wine to aficionados and novices alike. Here, visitors can journey through the global wine collections, gradually cultivating a deeper appreciation for this age-old beverage. In addition, the cave delights visitors with its diverse attraction. Visitors can revel in the cozy wine cafeteria, be mesmerized by the dynamic media façade video show, and snap quicky memories at the trick art photo zone. For those keen on hands-on experiences, the art of plum wine-making plum awaits. And for the perfect memento, an exclusive space offers Gwangyang's special products for purchase.

Gwangyang Wine Cave also manages Gwangyang Eco Park, situated on the left side of the wine cave entrance after parking. This park offers a space where children can immerse themselves in media ecology, sparking their imagination and creativity. The experience center is designed for year-round enjoyment, maintaining a temperature suited for all four seasons.

Gaya Garden (가야정원)

10.3Km 2024-02-21

82-46 Nowol-gil, Haeryong-myeon, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do

Gaya Garden is adjacent to the Suncheon Bay National Garden, which was the first Ramsar Wetland Site in South Korea. Unlike the national garden, Gaya Garden is privately maintained but open to the public free of charge. Since 2014, the landowners have been filling the salt fields with soil and planting over 10,000 species of flowers by hand, transforming it into a beautiful garden. Visitors can enjoy a variety of plants and stunning sunsets, attracting many travelers.

Peepul Hanokstay (연경당)

10.8Km 2024-08-05

13-40 , Jungheung-ro, Gwangyang-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-4665-9301

Yeongyeongdang in Gwangyang-si, Jeollanam-do, is a sunny hanok stay set in beautiful scenery with Baekun Reservoir in front and Baekun Mountain behind. Each room has a bathroom with bathtub, traditional ondol heating plus boiler, an AC unit and glass doors and windows to keep it cozy. Cooking is done in the common kitchen, with an outdoor barbecue also available. There is no supermarket nearby, so visitors should bring food with them. (There are vending machines for snacks and drinks in the kitchen.)

Ilmol Hanok [Korea Quality] /일몰이아름다운한옥 [한국관광 품질인증]

12.0Km 2020-11-18

45, Waon 1-gil, Haeryong-myeon, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-9598-1336

Sunset (Ilmol) Hanok is located in Waon Village in Suncheon, South Jeolla Province. Its proximity to Waon Beach, a famous site for sunset watching, and the unspoiled tidelands of Suncheonman Bay make the pension a great healing place. An hour-long mountain trail winds through the hills surrounding Waon Village, and a four kilometer-paved road network offers opportunities for jogging or biking.
The Sunset Hanok takes the form of a ㄷ-shaped “hanok” with a grass lawn at the center. Stepping into the courtyard brings one to a view of the expansive tideland beyond the tiled clay fence and the mountains surrounding the village. There are three Korean-style floor bedding rooms and a bedroom in the house. Nangman and Haengbok, with traditional “gudeul” floor heating, offer a great view of the scenery and the sunset from the comforts of the rooms. The Sarang and Hwamok rooms use wood-fired heating, which offers great warmth during the winter season. Hwamok, in particular, is spread out between the main building and the “anchae” (inner chamber), combining a bedroom and a wide floor-heated Korean-style room suitable for large groups. All rooms in Sunset Hanok are equipped with a kitchen sink, induction stove, refrigerator, and cooking utensils, and there is also an outdoor barbeque area for guests. These features make the pension highly popular for family travelers.

Naganminsok National Recreational Forest (국립 낙안민속자연휴양림)

12.8Km 2020-12-03

1600, Minsongmaeul-gil, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-754-4400

Naganminsok National Recreational Forest is situated in Nagan-myeon, Suncheon, conveniently accessible by train and bus. Just two kilometers from the historic Naganeupseong Walled Town, Naganminsok National Recreational Forest boasts exquisite surroundings. Some famous attractions near the forest are Songgwangsa Temple, Seonamsa Temple, Juamho Lake, and Sangsaho Lake, offering opportunities to appreciate ancient temples and the glow of the setting sun over the lakes. Perhaps more famous nearby attractions, though, are the breathtaking rows of reeds at Suncheonman Bay and Naganeupseong Walled Town, the home of cultural festivals and events.

The forest is surrounded by mountains and a river with a homely garden atmosphere. The two beautiful mountains, Geumjeonsan and Obongsan snuggly envelop Naganminsok National Recreational Forest. On rainy days, visitors can enjoy spectacular cascading falls of water at Cheonyeopokpo Falls within the forest.

Ryuhwanggawonnim [Korea Quality]류황가원림[한국관광 품질인증]

14.0Km 2023-10-26

806-70 , Jojeongnae-gil, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-9268-6524

Ryuhwanggawonnim is a hanok pension in Naganeupseong Walled Town, Suncheon, Jeollanam-do. The pension stands in the midst of cypress wood, and visitors will quickly sense the healing phytoncides. Guest accommodation is in the sarangchae, and consists of two rooms with two beds and two bathrooms, plus a raised-floor numaru, where guests can enjoy a cup of tea while taking in the fresh air and beautiful scenery. Clean bedding is provided. The pension only accepts bookings from one group per day.

Baegunsan Recreational Forest (백운산자연휴양림)

14.4Km 2024-02-01

337 Baekgye-ro, Gwangyang-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-797-2655

Located in Baegunsan Mountain is a recreational forest that is a testament to Korea's rich ecosystem. Home to many rare fauna and flora, the area brims with diverse attractions. Come springtime, visitors can find the maple sap, a mineral-rich liquid from a local deciduous tree of the maple family, known for its medicinal benefits. Indeed, this is a recreational forest cradled in the arms of nature. With the towering Baegunsan peak, scaling 1,222 meters, as its crown jewel, the landscape unfolds like a tapestry woven with harmonious blends of man-made and natural pine forests. Journey through the cedar and cypress woods, and one will find the valley that evokes sheer wonder. Close by, history whispers through the ancient Ongnyongsa Temple Site, where Doseonguksa dedicated 35 years to ascetic practices. As February turns to March, over 7,000 camellias blossom around this sacred site, painting the area in vibrant hues.

Naganeupseong Folk Culture Festival (낙안읍성 민속문화축제)

14.5Km 2024-09-26

30 Chungmin-gil, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-749-8831

Naganeupseong Folk Culture Festival is held in Naganeupseong Walled Town, a Historic Site, featuring various programs that allow visitors to experience traditional folk food, gugak performances, circus acts and much more. There will also be historical events such as Baekjungnori (folk play), a recreation of the fortress construction, a horseback parade, and many other events.

Naganeupseong Walled Town (순천 낙안읍성)

14.6Km 2024-10-22

30, Chungmin-gil, Nagan-myeon, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-749-8831

Naganeupseong Walled Town is located in Jeollanam-do, and contains a fortress town that is over 59,504 ㎡ in size. The fortress walls were built using square-shaped stones to reach 4 meters in x_height, 3 to 4 meters in x_width, and 1,410 meters in total length. The town consists of three neighborhoods along the east, south and west of the fortress walls. The village is overall well preserved, allowing visitors to observe houses and lifestyles that have all been passed down from the past. The town is highly valued as a historical and cultural resource for studying traditional folk customs.

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