Homibando Peninsula Coastal Trail (호미반도 해안둘레길)

14.1Km 0 2024-02-13

360 Ibam-ri, Donghae-myeon, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

The Homibando Peninsula Coastal Trail is a picturesque trekking route that spans a remarkable 58 kilometers of Pohang's coastline, stretching from Donghae-myeon to Janggi-myeon via Guryongpo-eup and Homigot Cape. This easternmost section of the Korean Peninsula offers an opportunity to marvel at rugged cliffs and savor the soothing sounds of crashing waves as you stroll along the shoreline. The trail is divided into four distinct courses, with the third course, known as Guryongso-gil, being the lengthiest, taking approximately two hours to complete. It begins at Janggun Rock, winding its way through the Golden Rain Tree and Black Jetbead colonies, ultimately concluding at Guryongso. On the other hand, the fourth course, Homi-gil, is the shortest and starts at Eagle Rock, concluding at the picturesque Homigot Sunrise Square.

Moda Outlet - Gyeongju Branch (No. 3) [Tax Refund Shop] (모다아울렛 경주3점)

14.2Km 0 2024-04-22

4954-1, Saneop-ro, Cheonbuk-myeon, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Moda Outlet - Gyeongju Branch (No. 1) [Tax Refund Shop] (모다아울렛 경주1점)

14.4Km 0 2024-04-18

4930, Saneop-ro, Cheonbuk-myeon, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Oksanseowon Confucian Academy [UNESCO World Heritage] (옥산서원 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

14.4Km 16674 2023-04-17

216-27, Oksanseowon-gil, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-762-6567

Oksanseowon Confucian Academy was built to commemorate the academic achievements and virtues of Confucian scholar Yi Eon-jeok (1491-1553). It was founded in 1572, the fifth year of King Seonjo’s reign, and received its current name the following year. It was one of the 47 Confucian academies that was ruled out from the Confucian academy abolition order made by Heungseon Daewongun. Although the building structures do not carry significant meaning in architectural aspect, the distinguished space arrangement of the buildings is hard to go unnoticed. Dokrakdang Hall, which was Yi Eon-jeok’s vacation annex as well as his study room, is situated 700 meters away to the north from Oksanseowon.

Beopgwangsa Temple - Pohang (법광사 (포항))

14.9Km 7331 2020-03-25

290, Sangeup-gil, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-243-0178

Beopgwangsa Temple is located at the foot of Bihaksan Mountain in the city of Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do Province. It was originally built during the reign of King Jinpyeong (579-631) of the Silla Kingdom by Great Monk Wonhyo upon the order of the king.

The temple used to be large measuring 525 kan (kan is a traditional measurement of distance between two columns, about 1.8 meters), but most of its buildings burned down in a fire in 1863. The current buildings were rebuilt in 1952. The site of the old temple is designated as Historical Site no. 493. Some of the remaining relics are a three-story pagoda, Bulsangyeonhwadaejwa (Buddha on a lotus stand), and a twin Ssanggwibu (turtle-shaped stone base of a monument).

Sabang Memorial Park (사방기념공원)

15.5Km 2451 2024-07-18

1712 Haean-ro, Heunghae-eup, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Sabang Memorial Park was opened in 2007 to celebrate 100 years of the "sabang movement" (planting trees on empty hills & mountains) in Korea. The memorial park offers exhibitions of the grand-scale sabang project taken on by the Park Chung-hee administration in 1975-1980.

Sarangui Yuramseon, Restaurant (사랑의유람선)

16.4Km 2268 2021-10-06

1804, Haean-ro, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-262-7777

As you drive along the fantastic course from Chilpo to Wolpo, you will find a big sailing ship turned into a restaurant.
Sarangui Yuramseon, which means the ‘love boat’, takes pride in its beautiful, wooden and boat-shaped architecture, and the breathtaking view.
In fact, it is a well-known spot for about-to-be-married couples to take their wedding photos.
At Sarangui Yuramseon, the modern interior, accompanied by the fascinating melodies of a jazz piano, creates an exquisite atmosphere.
Note also that each season they provide a special event for their customers.
You won’t need to go to a five-star hotel to experience fine dining.
You can simply enjoy the excellent food and the impeccable service at Sarangui Yuramseon.

Igari Anchor Observatory (이가리 닻 전망대)

18.0Km 0 2023-01-02

Iga-ri, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-270-3204

Igari Anchor Observatory, located in Iga-ri, Cheongha-myeon, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, is an observatory in the shape of an anchor that anchors ships near the beautiful beach and blue sea pines. With a x_height of 10 meters and a length of 102 meters, visitors can see the open sea of Pohang at a glance. It is also a popular attraction visited by many tourists as the main filming location for the popular drama "Run On (2020)."

Dayu (다유)

18.5Km 10506 2019-08-01

84-5, Moksil-gil, Cheonbuk-myeon, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-773-8866

Located in Mulcheon-ri, Gyeongju-si, Dayu offers a comfortable resting place for visitors who need to rest and recharge during their trip. The restaurant serves nutritious meals for vegetarians and traditional teas.

Cheongha Gongjin Market (청하공진시장 (1, 6일))

18.7Km 11189 2024-09-27

6 Cheongha-ro 200beon-gil, Cheongha-myeon, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-232-4002

Cheongha Gongjin Market is a fifth-day market hold on dates ending in 1 and 6 of every month. From seafood to fresh produce and homemade food, it is full of shoppers and a variety of products. The market served as a filming site for the Gongjin Market in the drama "Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha." Information boards throughout the market clearly indicate the location of the "Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha" filming set and nearby tourist spots throughout Cheongha Market.

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