A representative sunrise spot in Donghae where a candlestick-shaped rock carved by waves rises above the sea, even appearing in the national anthem video. You can enjoy the superb view created by the bizarre rocks up close while crossing the suspension bridge along the coastline.
A 12km long valley stretching between Dutasan and Cheongoksan mountains in Samcheok. With its wide Mureung flat rock, jade-colored pools, and multiple waterfalls, it is called 'Gwandong's Best Mureung Seonwon' for its outstanding scenery. The gentle walking trail along the valley allows for summer cooling and trekking simultaneously.
Called the 'Art Museum with an Ocean View,' this uphill alley leading to Mukho Lighthouse features murals depicting the lives of old fishing village people. Reaching the Mukho Lighthouse at the summit offers a panoramic view of the blue East Sea and the harbor, making it a great photo point.
Known as the 'Naples of Korea' for its jade-colored sea and coastal cliffs, this East Coast hidden gem offers unique experiences like seeing into the clear water via transparent kayaks and marine cable cars. With shallow, clear water, it is a pristine sea area also counted as a snorkeling spot.
The largest limestone cave in Korea, where you can see magnificent stalactites, waterfalls, and ponds after a 6-minute monorail ride. As a representative attraction of the Samcheok Daeiri Cave Zone, it maintains a temperature of 10-14 degrees Celsius year-round, making it enjoyable in both hot summers and cold winters.
A famous mountain with an altitude of 1,567m spanning Samcheok and Taebaek in Gangwon-do. In January and February, when snow flowers bloom around the summit of Janggunbong, the Taebaeksan Snow Festival is held, attracting hikers from all over the country to see the rime and snowscapes. In May and June, royal azaleas tint the ridges red. With gentle courses like Yuilsa and Danggol Square, even beginners can challenge this national park.
Admire the superb view of Chotdaebawi Rock (which appears in the national anthem), enjoy trekking in the Mureung Valley with its jade-colored waters, and see mysterious stalactites at Hwanseongul, the largest limestone cave in Korea.
Look down at the blue sea from Mukho Lighthouse while walking through mural alleys depicting fishing village life, and then look into the clear sea while riding a transparent kayak at Jangho Port, known as the 'Naples of Korea.'
A healing trekking course in nature, climbing the gentle ridges of Taebaeksan Mountain where snow flowers and royal azaleas bloom according to the season.