Mangyangjeong Pavilion (망양정)

.0M 2020-02-13

Sanpo-ri, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-789-6923

Mangyangjeong Pavilion is a beautiful wooden architecture located near Mangyang Beach in Sanpo-ri, Uljin. King Sukjong of the Joseon dynasty, upon seeing the paintings of the “Eight Scenic Sights in Eastern Korea,” picked the pavilion as the best one among them; he personally wrote Gwandongjeilru (The Best Pavilion in Eastern Korea) and ordered it to be hung in the pavilion.

While it was originally located in Hyeonjongsan Mountain in Hyeonjong, Mangyangjeong Pavilion was moved to its current spot in 1858 and rebuilt in 1958. The pavilion is situated atop a hill dotted with pine trees, where one can get a clear view of Wangpicheon Stream flowing to the sea. Records are found describing that the area was visited by King Sukjong and other prominent figures in Korean history for the astounding views seen from the pavilion.

Mangyang Beach is shallow and narrow, but it is relatively warm among the beaches on the east coast. With a lush pine forest along the shore, the beach is quiet year-round, making it a pleasant attraction to walk and relax. When the waves are calm, visitors can see Turtle Rock protruding out from the ocean. The beach is a popular destination for summer travelers thanks to the numerous nearby attractions including Seongryugul Cave (Natural Monument No. 155) and Bulyeonggyegok Valley.

Mangyangjeong Beach (망양정해수욕장)

360.4M 2024-12-10

Mangyangjeong Beach is a relatively shallow and narrow beach with a comparatively higher water temperature among beaches on the east coast of Korea. It has a lush pine forest, perfect for walking, and the surrounding areas tend to be very quiet. There are many tourist attractions around the beach, including Seongnyugul Cave, a Natural Monument; Buryeonggyegok Valley; and coastal roads, making it a popular sightseeing and vacation spot. Nearby sites also include Mangyangjeong Pavilion, one of the Eight Scenic Sites of Gwandong; Expo Park, Freshwater Fish Experience Center, and Sunrise Park, the venue for Uljin’s annual county-wide sunrise event for catching the sunrise over the East Sea.

Coffee BAANG (커피방)

521.7M 2024-12-10

Coffee BAANG is located within 1kilometer from Mangyangjeong Beach serving coffee made with beans roasted on-site. The coffee menu features different brews and even decaffeinated coffee, offering a wide range of choices. One can also find large tables for groups. The cafe is also famous for its remarkable view, thanks to the window wall facing the sea, so you customers can refresh their mind with a cup of coffee and the view here. Various castella cakes (original, strawberry, tiramisu, chocolate) are available as an accompaniment to coffee.

Uljin Euneo Bridge (울진은어다리)

1.4Km 2023-12-27

178-2, Susan-ri, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Uljin Euneo Bridge is located at the mouth of Namdaecheon Stream, adorned with sculptures inspired by sweetfish on both sides. The area around the bridge is the largest habitat of sweetfish in Korea, and visitors can see sweetfish returning to the river from the sea in September and October. The sight of the school of sweetfish swimming resemble waves of water glistening with sunlgiht. Uljin Euneo Bridge is also famous as a sunrise and sunset spot, and its proximity to Uljin Beach and Mangyangjeong Beach makes it easier to take a look around the whole area.

Wangbicheon Ige Daege (Wangbicheon Branch) (왕비천이게대게 왕비천점)

1.9Km 2024-12-27

3630 Buryeonggyegok-ro, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

This restaurant offers a dish called “daege jjabagi” made with snow crabs. "Jjabagi" is a Gyeongsang-do dialect term for “jjageuri,” a dish made with snow crab meat, intestines, claws, and legs simmered in a thick broth of soybean paste and red chili paste. It is said to be a dish invented for preserving and enjoying snow crabs over a longer period when refrigeration was less common.

Yeonjiri Bada Hoetjip Daege (연지리 바다횟집 대게)

2.7Km 2024-12-10

Yeonjiri Bada Hoetjip Daege located near Uljin Port specializes in snow crab and assorted sliced raw fish. It offers a wide variety of fish, from ridged-eye flounder to sea bream and sea bass, and other seafood such as sea cucumber, pineapple, conch, and scallop. The signature menu of this restaurant is snow crab and snow crab with the sliced raw fish set. The set comes with steamed snow crab and assorted sliced raw fish. Another specialty is cold raw fish soup, which is a cold soup made with finely sliced fish, squid, and sauce. It is often eaten in summer and served in seaside seafood restaurants. Different regions have different takes on this dish, but all feature a sweet-and-sour flavor with plenty of sliced raw fish and vegetables. Keep in mind that prices of sliced raw fish tend to differ according to the season.

Uljin Bajige Market (울진 바지게시장)

3.1Km 2024-12-10

Bajige Market is located in Uljin-eup, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do. It is the oldest market in Uljin, and its facilities have been going through gradual renovation since 2016. With more than 150 vendors selling seafood, produce, and food, the market attracts large crowds that can cause traffic jams on days ending in 2 and 7, when the market is held.

Seongnyugul Cave [National Geopark] (성류굴 (경북 동해안 국가지질공원))

3.1Km 2024-01-09

221 Seongnyugul-ro, Geunnam-myeon, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Seongnyugul Cave, a Natural Monument of Korea, is a limestone cave with a general northeast-southwest orientation. It has a total length of about 870 meters, of which only a strip of 270 meters is open to the public. Inside the cave are a variety of cave formations, including stalactites, stalagmites, columns, and cave pearls, which are commonly found in limestone caves. Unlike other limestone caves in Korea, Seongnyugul Cave has twisted columns and submerged stalagmites. Twisted columns are often broken in the middle due to earthquakes that occurred after the columns were formed. Submerged stalagmites are notable because stalagmites usually do not grow under water as they are made from droplets that fall from the ceiling. As such, stalagmites found underwater were submerged after they were created, indicating that they were created during the Ice Age, when the East Sea was lower than the present level.
(Credit: Gyeongbuk Donghaean Geopark)

Uljin Wangpicheon Park (울진 왕피천 공원)

3.3Km 2024-02-08

121 Uljinjungang-ro, Uljin-eup, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Wangpicheon Park, nestled along the Wangpicheon Stream, is a haven of natural ecosystems and stands as a unique ecological park in Korea, resembling a miniature version of nature. The park encompasses exhibition halls, a performance hall, and an eco-park, offering diverse experiences. The Uljin Insectarium and Uljin Aquarium within the park provide interactive opportunities for visitors to engage with insects and marine life, enhancing their understanding of nature's significance. Additionally, nearby attractions such as Mangyangjeong Pavilion, Euneo Bridge, and Mangyangjeong Beach add to the area's appeal for tourists.

Bongpyeong Beach (봉평해수욕장)

8.6Km 2021-09-17

1166, Uljinbuk-ro, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-789-6862

Bongpyeong Beach in Uljin, Gyeongsangbuk-do is a 2 kilometer-long sand beach. The nearby Jukbyeon Breakwater is a famous fishing spot. Visitors can catch halibut, sea perch, rudder fish and more by casting or surf fishing.

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