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Hansando Island (한산도)

Hansando Island (한산도)

18.6 Km    18917     2021-06-15

Hansan-myeon, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-650-4681

Hansando Island is located in the middle of Hallyeohaesang National Park. Despite this, it is more well-known for its historical importance in connection with Admiral Yi Sun-sin. This is where he commanded the fleets for a majority of the Imjin War (1592-1598). It was also the site of the Great Battle of Hansan.

The island houses Jeseungdang Shrine, serving as a place for people to pay their respects to the admiral. However, the lush forest and outstanding view tend to draw in more tourists.

Geoje Hawaii Condo Beach Hotel (거제하와이콘도 비치호텔)

Geoje Hawaii Condo Beach Hotel (거제하와이콘도 비치호텔)

18.7 Km    60609     2020-04-23

60, Hakdong 6-gil, Dongbu-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-635-7114

Geoje Hawaii Condo Beach Hotel's location provides an outstanding place to watch the sunrise between November and February, when guests can see the rising sun over the South Sea's horizon. Each guestroom and attached terrace is designed to give guests the best possible view of the surrounding nature. Guests can choose their rooms from among various facilities with individual themes and interior features. Also, just 100 meters from the parking lot is a ferry dock for guests who want to check out nearby Oedo Island and Haegeumgang Rock.

Hakdong Mongdol Beach (학동흑진주몽돌해변)

Hakdong Mongdol Beach (학동흑진주몽돌해변)

18.9 Km    26328     2022-08-10

18-1, Hakdong 6-gil, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-635-5421

Hakdong Mongdol Beach, filled with small black pebbles, spans a distance of 1.2 kilometers and a x_width of 50 meters, covering a 30,000 ㎡ area. Walking on the pebbles stimulates acupressure points on the soles of feet, providing health benefits for visitors. Unlike other beaches on the southern part of the country, the water of Hakdong Mongdol Beach is deep with rough waves, but various water activities are available. There are accommodations and restaurants nearby and dock at the beach offers a boat excursion around popular attractions.

Hakdong Auto Campging Site (학동자동차야영장)

Hakdong Auto Campging Site (학동자동차야영장)

19.4 Km    15370     2024-03-20

981 Geoje-daero, Dongbu-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Hakdong Auto Camping Site was established by Korea National Park Service to promote a healthy camping culture. It includes a total of 105 facilities, comprising eighty-nine auto campsites and six caravan sites. Convenient amenities such as shower rooms, dishwashing areas, electricity, and eco-friendly experiential facilities are available. Nearby attractions include Hakdongmongdolhaebyeon Pebble Beach, Oedo Island, and Windy Hill.

Geoje Recreational Forest (거제자연휴양림)

Geoje Recreational Forest (거제자연휴양림)

19.7 Km    23199     2021-06-14

325, Geojejungang-ro, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-639-8115

Geoje Recreational Forest is located on Nojasan Mountain (alt. 565 m). The mountain summit offers a panoramic view of the entire island, Hallyeohaesang National Park, and even as far as Tsushima Island in Japan on clear days. The forest itself offers walking paths, hiking trails, a campground, and bungalows, making it a suitable location for family vacations.