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Heungguksa Temple (Yeosu) (흥국사 (여수))
Region : Yeosu-si Jeollanam-do
Type : Temples/ Religious Sites
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 ... -
Aeyangwon Church - Reverend Son Yangwon Martyr Memorial Hall) (애양원 - 손양원목사 순교기념관)
Region : Yeosu-si Jeollanam-do
Type : Exhibition & Memorial Halls
Located in Sinpung-ri, Yulchon-myeon, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do, Aeyangwon Church (Reverend Son Yangwon Martyr Memorial Hall) commemorates Reverend Son Yangwon. He... -
Manseong-ri Black Sand Beach (만성리 검은모래해변)
Region : Yeosu-si Jeollanam-do
Type : Seasides/ Beaches/ Islands
Manseong-ri Black Sand Beach is located 3 kilometers to the north along the coastal road from Yeosu EXPO Station. The beach, 540 meters in length and 25 meters ... -
Yeosu Ocean Railbike (여수해양레일바이크)
Region : Yeosu-si Jeollanam-do
Type : Compound Leisure Sports
Yeosu Ocean Railbike is comprised of a 3.5-kilometer open track that follows the rocky coast of Yeosu. The track takes passengers along the coastal line through...
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Yeosu Yeongchwisan Mountain (영취산 (여수))
- Address Sangam-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
전라남도 여수시 상암동 - Type Mountains
- Inquiries • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-1899-2012 - Homepage tour.yeosu.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
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Introduction
Yeongchwisan Mountain is not very tall, rising just 510 meters above sea level, but the mountain has long been deemed as a spiritual guardian of the Yeosu peninsula. During the old days, people held rituals for rain or offered wishful prayers here. Geumseongdae and Dosolam Hermitage are two Buddhist places of worship on the mountain.
As Yeongchwisan Mountain is not very tall, taking any hiking course will lead you to the peak within about four hours. The mountain is a perfect place for family travelers to go hiking. Yeongchwisan Mountain is also widely known as the first place in Korea where azaleas begin to bloom in the spring, and is one of the top three most famous places in Korea for azalea blossoms. In April each year, the azalea festival is held in the mountain. The festival offers a variety of programs including a ritual for the god of the mountain, a writing contest for students, a photo contest, and Miss Azalea beauty pageant. During the festival, visitors can enjoy various events and local foods.
Hiking Course
Yeongchwisan Mountain - Course 1: Azalea Event Hall, Wollae-dong → Peak (2.2km / 40 minute)
Yeongchwisan Mountain - Course 2: Tokkigol, Sangam-dong → Peak (3km / 1hour)
Yeongchwisan Mountain – Course 3: Sangam-gil 47, Eup-dong → Peak (1.4km / 35 minute)
Yeongchwisan Mountain – Course 4: Sangam Elementary School → Peak (2.3km / 40 minute)
Yeongchwisan Mountain – Course 5: Janaerigogae, Homyeong-dong → Peak (2.4km / 40 minute)
Yeongchwisan Mountain – Course 6: Entrance of Heungguksa Temple → Peak (2.1km / 40 minute)
Yeongchwisan Mountain – Course 7: Back of Jungheung Elementary School, Tosan-gil 9 → Peak (3.3km / 1 hour 20 minute)
Yeongchwisan Mountain – Course 8: Reserve Forces Training Camp → 1 Intersection (1.2km / 40 minute)
* Overlapping sections are excluded in the estimated length.
Parking Facilities
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Admission Fees
Free
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