Gazing at the Sea of Uljin

The natural scenery around Deokgu Valley, home to Deokgu Hot Springs in Uljin, is exceptionally beautiful. Looking out at the inland nature and the deep blue, boundless sea of Uljin allows visitors to feel the grandeur and beauty of nature. Standing before it, one might find the courage to face life, which seems like a mere speck in comparison.

Along the way

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   Deokgugyegok Valley

   덕구계곡

   Located at the foot of Maebongsan Mountain on the border between Samcheok, Gangwon-do and Gyeongsangbuk-do, Deokgugyegok Valley is a famous destination known alongside Buryeonggyegok Valley as one of Uljin's two major valleys. The valley boasts refreshing waterfalls cascading from rocks of all sizes right from the entrance and crystal-clear waters where the bottom is completely visible. Beginning with Yongso Falls and Madangso Pond, which boast the valley's most outstanding scenery, as well as Hyeongjepokpo Falls, Seonnyeotang Pond, Ongnyudae, and Mureungpokpo Falls, every single waterfall, pond, and rapid forms a breathtaking landscape. MoreLess

   

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   Jukbyeonhang Port

   죽변항

   Jukbyeonhang Port is a fishing port located at the northern tip of Uljin. It is a prominent fishing base on the East Coast, also famous as the site of the 15.6-meter-high Uljin Lighthouse. Reflecting the scale of the port and its diverse catches, various seafood processing plants line the area around the port. Squid, mackerel, Pacific saury, and snow crab are caught in large numbers, and seaweed is a famous local specialty. MoreLess

   

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   Lunch (Yuil Snow Crab Sashimi Center)

   점심식사(유일대게회센터)

   Yeongdeok is widely known for its snow crab, largely because it had the best transportation links in the surrounding area in the past. As a result, 'Uljin snow crab' is relatively reasonably priced compared to Yeongdeok snow crab. In recent years, word of mouth about its taste and price has spread among snow crab enthusiasts, bringing an increasing number of visitors to this restaurant, 'Uljin Yuil Snow Crab.' Delivery service is available nationwide, so trying Uljin snow crab at home is also highly recommended. MoreLess

   

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   Mangyangjeong Beach

   망양정해수욕장

   Mangyangjeong Beach has relatively shallow waters and a narrow shoreline, but it features relatively warm water temperatures among beaches on the East Coast. With its dense pine forest, it is great for taking a stroll, and the surrounding area is very quiet. Around the beach are many tourist attractions, such as Seongnyugul Cave (Natural Monument No. 155), Buryeonggyegok Valley, and coastal roads, making it a very popular summer resort combined with sightseeing. MoreLess

   

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   Mangyangjeong Pavilion

   망양정

   Located on a hill near Mangyang Beach in Sanpo-ri, Geunnam-myeon, Uljin-gun, the beautiful surrounding landscape here has been passed down through poetry and paintings. King Sukjong of the Joseon Dynasty, upon seeing paintings of the Eight Scenic Views of Gwandong, declared this spot the finest and personally wrote and sent calligraphy reading 'Gwandong Jeilru' (The Number One Pavilion in Gwandong) to be hung on the pavilion. MoreLess

   

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