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Yeosu Industrial Complex (여수 국가산업단지)

0m    0     2024-02-20

183-1 Hwachi-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Yeosu Industrial Complex, established in 1967, is the largest petrochemical industrial complex in Korea. It holds significant historical importance as a space that has driven the economic development of Korea. With thousands of lights installed in massive machinery and facilities, it forms a dazzling night view, making it a popular tourist attraction. There are observatory and pedestrian deck where visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the industrial complex's magnificent lights, making it an excellent spot for tourism.

Lotte Himart - Yeocheon Lotte Mart Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 여천롯데마트점)

Lotte Himart - Yeocheon Lotte Mart Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 여천롯데마트점)

2.8 Km    0     2024-04-19

187, Museon-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

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Lotte Mart - Yeocheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 여천점)

Lotte Mart - Yeocheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 여천점)

2.8 Km    0     2024-04-22

187, Museon-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

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Yeosu Chobap (여수초밥)

Yeosu Chobap (여수초밥)

3.1 Km    78     2021-03-22

88, Hwasan-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-686-1502

A restaurant registered as a model restaurant in Yeosu. This restaurant's signature menu is assorted sliced raw fish. A seafood specialty restaurant located in Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do.

Aeyangwon Church - Reverend Son Yangwon Martyr Memorial Hall) (애양원 - 손양원목사 순교기념관)

4.4 Km    22370     2020-06-13

70-62, Sandol-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-682-9534

Located in Sinpung-ri, Yulchon-myeon, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do, Aeyangwon Church (Reverend Son Yangwon Martyr Memorial Hall) commemorates Reverend Son Yangwon. He began his religious activities and relief efforts at a group home for patients suffering from Hansen's Disease located in Aeyangwon Church, but he was later detained at Yeosu Police Office because he refused to honor Japanese Shinto shrines in 1940.

The Memorial Hall's construction was completed on March 27, 1994 in order to commemorate Son Yangwon, who was shot and killed by the North Korean army during the Korean War.

The exhibition hall on the first floor displays photos of Son, photos related to Christianity, keepsakes and calligraphy artwork, and the exhibition hall on the second hall displays his prison writings and old books.

Himart - Yeocheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 여천점)

Himart - Yeocheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 여천점)

4.7 Km    0     2024-04-23

281, Dowon-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

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Jinmi Kkotgetang (진미꽃게탕)

4.7 Km    859     2024-02-20

8-12 Sicheongseo 1-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Jinmi Kkotgetang is a kkotge tang (spicy blue crab stew) specialty restaurant located near Yeosu City Hall. Known for its spicy soup base made with soybean paste, the soup is simmered with fresh blue crabs and octopus, enticing both locals and tourists alike. The blue crabs, caught from the waters of Yeosu, are known for their plump and firm texture, packed with flavor.

Joseonhwarojip Yeosu City Hall(조선화로집 여수시청)

Joseonhwarojip Yeosu City Hall(조선화로집 여수시청)

4.8 Km    38     2020-11-20

5, Mangma-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-681-3366

It is a restaurant where you can eat cost-effective beef dishes. This BBQ restaurant is located in Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do. The most famous menu is grilled beef ribs.

HWARGO (화르고)

HWARGO (화르고)

4.9 Km    64     2021-03-22

5, Sicheongdong, 1-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-682-9362

This is a place that sells dry-aged meat. This BBQ restaurant is located in Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do. The most famous menu is grilled black pork belly.

Heungguksa Temple (Yeosu) (흥국사 (여수))

5.2 Km    23603     2021-11-05

160, Heungguksa-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-685-5633

The name of Heungguksa Temple means “if the country prospers, the temple does well.” The temple was established to pray for the country to flourish. Located on Yeongchwisan Mountain, Heunaguksa was founded by Bojo Guksa in 1195.

Within the compound are other buildings including Wontongjeon, Palsangjeon and Daeungjeon (Main Hall). The temple’s main hall, a Treasure, is open in its structure and equipped with traditional Korean doors. A Buddhist painting named Hubultaenghwa is designated as a Treasure. At the entrance to the temple is a rainbow-shaped stone bridge called Honggyo Bridge,a Treasure, which is widely known as a distinguished work of art.

On Yeongchwisan Mountain, azaleas begin to bloom in early April and completely take over the mountain by the end of the month. Azalea blossoms create an extravagant view along the ridgeline of Yeongchwibong Peak (439 meters above sea level) and Jillyebong Peak (510 meters above sea level). During this period, the Mount Yeongchwisan Azalea Festival takes place.