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Yeonmudae (Dongjangdae) (연무대 (동장대))
20, Changnyong-daero 103beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do (Maehyang-dong)
Yeonmudae located inside Suwon's Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Situated on a relatively high hill between Changnyongmun (the east gate of the fortress) and Hwahongmun (a north floodgate), Yeonmudae is an excellent military observation post with sweeping views of the inside of the fortress. After the fortress was completed in 1796, Yeonmudae was used as a training ground for troops for over two centuries, where they learned fighting skills involving swords, spears and arrows. At Yeonmudae, visitors can learn archery while wearing traditional military attire; the fortress also offers a wide array of performances for visitors to appreciate traditional Korean culture. Yeomudae is included in the Suwon City Tour course.
Yeonnam-dong (연남동)
Yeonnam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Yeonnam-dong, located near Hongik University Station, has become a hot spot in Seoul as young artists and hipsters gather. It is densely packed with art spaces, and every alley is filled with unique concept cafés and many restaurants. There are also many guesthouses, editorial shops, and fashion stores, along with Yeontral Park, which was transformed from the old Gyeongui Line railroad into a park.
Yeonpo Beach (연포해수욕장)
43 , Yeonpo 2-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
Located on the Taean Coast, Yeonpo Beach has been a popular vacation spot since 1972. Yeonpo Beach is long and curved, providing a magnificent scenery. It is famous for having the longest period of seasonal operation in the country thanks to its relatively high water temperature as a result of the warm currents. The pine groves and oddly shaped rocks along the coastline make for a fine view.
Yeonpung Sanctuary (연풍성지)
14, Jungang-ro hongmun 2-gil, Yeonpung-myeon, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
After the nationwide repression of Catholicism in 1791, a group of Catholics came to what is today known as Yeonpung Sanctuary to practice their religion in secret before they were discovered and executed in 1801. Today, Yeonpung Sanctuary is a Catholic sanctuary dedicated to the martyrs. Yeonpung Sanctuary has a Catholic church, a crucifix, and a sculpture and tomb of Hwang Seokdu (Luke; 1813-1866), a saint born in Yeonpung and martyred as a Catholic.
Yeonsan Spa Park (연산온천파크)
516 Bogyeong-ro, Songna-myeon, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Yeonsan Spa Park is located in Songna-myeon, Buk-gu, Pohang—home to the historic Bogyeongsa Temple near the East Coast. As a premier year-round destination, the resort seamlessly integrates with local tourism resources to offer a complete getaway, featuring diverse accommodations such as a hotel, glamping sites, and caravans, alongside convenient amenities like an outdoor pool and restaurants. The facility is renowned for its natural bedrock hot spring water, which is exceptionally rich in lithium and packed with essential minerals including sodium, calcium, magnesium, and potassium. These therapeutic waters are known to be effective in treating skin conditions like keratosis and chronic eczema, while also offering therapeutic benefits for hypertension, diabetes, arteriosclerosis, and athlete’s foot.
Yeonsero (Yonsei University Street) (연세로)
Area of Yeonse-ro, Sedaemun-gu, Seoul
This road takes you from Sinchon Subway Station right to Yonsei University. Like branching tree roots, the numerous side streets diverge off the main road. In 1999 Yonsei College Street was designated as “The Road One Wants to Walk.” Since then, this famous street has been improved upon even more, placed on tourist maps and promoted by businesses. A visitor to this area can eat at a plethora of restaurants, coffee shops and stores. In the afternoon hours, you can also enjoy the taste of small food stands that line the sidewalks.
Yeosu Art Land (여수예술랜드)
142-1, Musulmok-gil, Dolsan-eup, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
Dolsando Island located in Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do, is famous for its beautiful camellia flowers. Hyangiram Hermitage lies at the eastern tip of the island where you can see the beautiful sunrise. Unlike other seas, the sea of Dolsando has unique scenery created by uninhabited islands, which stick out here and there from the sea, and its scenery in harmony with the emerald-colored water arouses the admiration of onlookers. Yeosu Art Land Resort is located near Somisan Mountain from which you can view three islands - Naechido, Oechido and Hyeoldo - floating as if they are wandering on the sea, and it boasts more outstanding scenery than any other resorts. In particular, the “Hand of Midas,” which extends out towards the sea, has been selected online as a must-visit photo spot of Korea and attracts countless number of tourists every day. ◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charm This is the place where IZ*ONE members solved missions and enjoyed a grilling session. Because this was the main set for the “IZ*ONE Eat-ing Trip Season 2,” if you watched the show, you will be able to recognize most of the places the members visited.
Yeosu Gasari Ecology Park (여수 가사리 생태공원)
1191-4 Sagok-ri, Sora-myeon, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
Yeosu Gasari Ecology Park is a converted wetland area where the sea and river meet. It features various wetland plants and bird species, along with expansive reed fields and deck paths. Equipped with bicycle paths, it is also popular among travelers who enjoy cycling. During sunset, visitors can witness the spectacular crimson sky.
Yeosu Hyangiram Hermitage (향일암(여수))
1 Hyangiram-ro, Dolsan-eup, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
Hyangiram Hermitage is one of four Buddhist hermitages in Korea where the faithful come to pray to the Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva. It was originally named Wontongam Hermitage, established by Monk Wonhyo during the fourth year of Baekje King Uija’s reign (644). Wontongam Hermiatge was renamed to Geumoam Hermitage by Monk Yunpil in the 9th year of Goryeo King Gwangjong’s reign (958), then renamed once again to Hyangiram Hermitage by Monk Inmuk during the 41st year of Joseon King Sukjong’s reign (1715). The temple contains many buildings both preserved and rebuilt, including the main hall, Daeungjeon Hall, which was rebuilt in 2012 after it burned down in a fire.
Yeosu Industrial Complex (여수 국가산업단지)
183-1 Hwachi-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
Yeosu Industrial Complex, established in 1967, is the largest petrochemical industrial complex in Korea. It holds significant historical importance as a space that has driven the economic development of Korea. With thousands of lights installed in massive machinery and facilities, it forms a dazzling night view, making it a popular tourist attraction. There are observatory and pedestrian deck where visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the industrial complex's magnificent lights, making it an excellent spot for tourism.
Yeosu Maritime Cable Car (여수 해상케이블카)
3600-1 Dolsan-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
Yeosu Maritime Cable Car is the first of its kind in Korea, connecting Dolsan Island and the mainland over the ocean. Passengers can choose between the standard cabins and crystal cabins. In particular, crystal cabins allow passengers to observe the ocean below ones feet, experiencing the thrill of being suspended in mid-air through its transparent flooring.◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charmThis is the place where Wanna One’s Jaehwan visited with Yoon Jisung as a part of the web series “Paljjangzgram.” The two listened to music with Bluetooth connection in the cable car and drew each others’ portraits, and Jisung expressed his thanks for the invitation, saying, “Thank you for bringing me along, and I think I will never forget this memory.”
Yeosu Minam Cruise (여수 미남크루즈)
3617-22 Dolsan-ro, Dolsan-eup, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
Yeosu Minam Cruise is a cruise ship that offers tours of Yeosu's major attractions from the sea. Built with Korean shipbuilding technology, it boasts a total of four decks and can accommodate up to 920 passengers. During the day, it operates the Seascape City Tour, allowing passengers to enjoy the scenic views of Yeosu's coastline. In the evening, it offers Night View Tour and Fireworks Tour.
Yeosu Safety Experience Training Center (KOSHA) (여수 안전체험장(안전보건공단))
32 Samdong 2-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
Yeosu Safety Experience Training Center is the nation's largest safety training facility founded to raise public awareness on safety prevention and management, covering a wide variety of safety hazards that can take place in the everyday or workplace environment as well as providing region-focused expert training on petrochemical industry. The center has a total of seven themed halls, equipped with 70 different types of content that provide a simulation of real-life emergency situations to educate the public on how to prevent and handle the situation. In particular, the center's virtual reality and special effects content offer a variety of simulations on workplace hazards that can take place in the petrochemical industry, construction sites, manufacturing industry, and service-related sites. The training center is open to visitors of all ages for free.
Yeosu Seonso (Shipyard) Historic Site (여수 선소유적)
Sijeon-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
Yeosu Seonso Historic Site is located in Sijeon-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do. This shipyard houses the Turtle Ship designed by Admiral Yi Sun-sin and Na Dae-yong, who were renowned for their shipbuilding skills during the Japanese Invasion of Korea. The shipyard site includes a gulgang (small stream to dock ships), a stone moorage for anchoring ships, a dolbeoksu (stone pole), and a Segeomjeong site.
Yeosu U-World Luge Theme Park (여수 유월드 루지 테마파크)
155 , Ansimsan-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
U-World Luge is a thrilling experience for people of all ages and genders with a specially made non-motorized cart that uses gravitational force to glide down an ultralong, 1.3-kilometer-long track. The course features a variety of dynamic scenes such as tunnels, Attraction section, Skybridge Downhill section and Natural Forest section built on slopes. U-World Top Rider is located on the mid-slope region of Ansimsan Mountain, which is a famous sunrise watching spot with an altitude of 347 meters. Here, you can enjoy a wide open, uninhibited view of the sea and the beautiful natural environment that harmonizes mountains, sea and natural rocks.
Yeosu Yeongchwisan Mountain (영취산 (여수))
Sangam-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
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 hikers 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.
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