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Dongpirang Village (동피랑마을)

Dongpirang Village (동피랑마을)

8.9Km    49295     2023-02-21

6-18, Dongpirang 1-gil, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-650-2570

The name Dongpirang is a combination of the Korean words "dong," meaning east, and "birang," meaning hill in the Tongyeong dialect. In October 2007, the Tongyeong Agenda 21 association invited people throughout the nation to paint murals on the walls of Dongpirang-gil Street. Thanks to the participants' paintings, this hillside village on the sea became a new place, revitalized by art. The view overlooking the sea and Gangguan Port is fantastic as well.

Gangguan Port (강구안)

Gangguan Port (강구안)

8.9Km    24510     2021-06-01

Jungang-dong, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-650-4681

Gangguan Port is located in Tongyeong close to the sea, and regarded to be more full of energy compared to other ports due to the sea waves seen close by. The port is occupied by moored fishing boats and rows of restaurants that sell Chungmu-style gimbap.

Ttungbo Halmae Gimbap (뚱보할매김밥)

Ttungbo Halmae Gimbap (뚱보할매김밥)

9.0Km    10967     2024-02-27

325 Tongyeonghaean-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Ttungbo Halmae Gimbap, located in the Jungang Traditional Market of Tongyeong, is famous for its local delicacy, Chungmu gimbap. Chungmu gimbap originated from sailors who packed rice and fillings separately to preserve freshness during sea voyages. It consists of rice, squid salad, and radish kimchi, creating a simple yet flavorful dish. Nearby attractions include the Seopirang Park, Tongyeong Port, and Tongyeong City Museum.

Undersea Tunnel - Tongyeong (해저터널-경남 통영)

Undersea Tunnel - Tongyeong (해저터널-경남 통영)

9.0Km    25151     2024-01-03

Dang-dong, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Constructed over a 16-month period from 1931 to 1932, the undersea tunnel in Tongyeong is Asia’s first submarine tunnel. For its construction, the sea water was blocked at both ends, the tunnel was dug underground, and was paved with concrete. The Korean word “Yongmundalyang” engraved at the entrance of this 483-meter long, 5-meter wide tunnel means “the entrance of an undersea tunnel that connects island to land.”

Geojedo Island (거제도)

Geojedo Island (거제도)

9.0Km    73622     2024-03-06

Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-639-3399

Geojedo Island is the second-largest island in South Korea, connected to Tongyeong-si by the Geojedaegyo Bridge and to Busan-si by the Geogadaegyo Bridge. It boasts numerous tourist attractions such as Haegeumgang Islets, Oedo Botania, Maemiseong Fortress, and Geoje P.O.W. Camp Historic Park. Famous for its local cuisine like sea pineapple bibimbap and sea urchin and seaweed soup, Geojedo Island is also known for its pebble beaches including Hakdong, Yeocha, Mangchi, and Nongso Pebblehaebyeon Beach.

Tongyeong Jungang Market (통영 중앙시장)

Tongyeong Jungang Market (통영 중앙시장)

9.0Km    31038     2020-01-06

14-16, Jungangsijang 1-gil, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-649-5225

With almost 400 years of history, Tongyeong Jungang Market is a popular tourist spot in the city of Tongyeong, attracting tourists during weekends and even on weekdays.

The market is located next to Dongpirang Village. In front of the market is Gangguan Port where a turtle ship (geobukseon) and fishing boats are docked. The spacious cultural venue called Munhwa Madang is quite reminiscent of Byeongseon Madang, a place for anchoring or mooring warships in the past.

As the market is located close to the coastline, fresh fish and dried fish make up a huge part of the market's offerings. Here, visitors can also find mother-of-pearl inlaid wares, quilted products, and rice cakes.

Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival (통영한산대첩축제)

Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival (통영한산대첩축제)

9.0Km    35365     2024-02-19

65 Jungang-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-644-5222

Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival commemorates the Great Battle of Hansan (1592), one of the most important sea battles in Korean history. Visitors to this festival will be able to see an amazing reenactment of the battle as well as other performances. A variety of hands-on experience programs are available for children at Yi Sun-sin Waterpark.

Isang Yun Memorial Park (Docheon Theme Park) (윤이상 기념공원(도천테마파크))

Isang Yun Memorial Park (Docheon Theme Park) (윤이상 기념공원(도천테마파크))

9.0Km    8440     2020-03-18

27, Jungang-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-644-1210

A memorial park for the world-renowned composer Isang Yun was created in Docheon-dong, Tongyeong-si where the great composer was born. The Isang Yun Memorial Park consists of several sections including an exhibition hall displaying the composer’s legacy; a multi-purpose lounge, serving coffee and selling souvenirs; a Memorial Hall, where all kinds of performances and seminars take place; and Gyeongsa Square, an outdoor event venue.

Chungmu Beach Hotel (충무비치호텔)

Chungmu Beach Hotel (충무비치호텔)

9.0Km    19553     2021-06-15

89, Jungang-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-642-8181

Chungmu Beach Hotel is a seven-story hotel located in Tongyeong, called the Naples of the East. It is 15 minutes away from Tongyeong Intercity Bus Terminal by car. Even though it is located in downtown Tongyeong, it is also close to Tongyeong Harbor and so visitors can sign up to rent a boat and enjoy sea fishing. The passenger ferry terminal is 5 minute's walking distance away, and visitors are recommended to travel to neighboring islands such as Hansando and Yokjido islands. Visitors can also enjoy delicious local foods such as rice boiled with oysters, rice boiled with anchovy, sea squirt bibimbap and various kinds of hoe (sliced raw fish).

Ssanggeun Auto Campground (쌍근오토캠핑장)

Ssanggeun Auto Campground (쌍근오토캠핑장)

9.1Km    0     2024-02-13

539-1 Tappo-ri, Nambu-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Ssanggeun Auto Campground, located near Ssanggeun Port, features a total of sixteen camping sites equipped with facilities such as showers, restrooms, and sinks. A caretaker is on-site to ensure safety, with fire extinguishers and fire hoses available. Conveniently, a market just five minutes away provides firewood, camping, and fishing supplies. In addition to camping, visitors can enjoy sea bathing, fishing, and tidal flat experiences at the beachfront right in front of the campground.