Following the Rich Fragrance of Green Tea in Boseong Green Tea Fields

Islands large and small spread across the sea off Yeosu like a painting. Walk around Hyangiram Hermitage, an ancient temple built during the Baekje period, and pass by Odongdo Island Lighthouse, steeped in the legend of the phoenix. Above all, Yeosu is a strategic stronghold of the Imjin War where traces of Admiral Yi Sun-sin remain intact. Explore and follow the footsteps of Admiral Yi Sun-sin.

Along the way

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   Gunhak Village [Beautiful Fishing Village Designated by the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries]

   군학마을 [해양수산부 선정 아름다운 어촌]

   Gunhak Village, where Boseong-gun and Jangheung-gun meet, is a beautiful area offering a panoramic view of Deungnyangman Bay along the coast leading to the Boseong Green Tea Fields and Seawater Green Tea Bath. Its scenic beauty stands out in connection with the nearby Yulpo Beach and the Bibong Dinosaur Fossil Site. When a Naval Commander's Fort (Sugunmanhojin) was established here during King Sejong's reign in the Joseon Dynasty, it was called 'Gunyeonggumi', then later 'Gumiyeongseong', and is now called Gunhak. MoreLess

   

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   Boseong Tea Plantation Daehan Dawon

   보성차밭 대한다원

   This is a historic tourist tea farm opened to the public by Daehan Tea Co., Ltd. in Boseong, Jeollanam-do, with a history spanning over half a century since its start in 1957. In 1959, Daehan Tea Co. established large-scale green tea fields around Osanbong Peak in Boseong at an altitude of 350 meters, and currently produces more than 120 tons of green tea annually. Daehan Tea Co., Ltd. operates the 1st Tea Plantation in Bongsan-ri and the 2nd Tea Plantation in Hoecheon-ri, with the 1st Tea Plantation designated and operated as the only tea tourist farm in Korea. MoreLess

   

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   Lunch (Samnamusupgilttara)

   점심식사(삼나무숲길따라)

   Walking along the quiet cedar-lined path at the entrance to Daehan Dawon amidst the waves of green spread across nature, it is located on the second floor next to the ticket booth. It has a restaurant atmosphere where tea and food harmonize. Group reservations are available with an advance phone call, and visitors can enjoy various types of tea (Ujeon, cold tea, pine pollen tea, wild grass tea, plum tea, green tea juice, and ice cream). MoreLess

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   Korea Tea and Sori Cultural Park

   한국차소리문화공원

   Set against the backdrop of Boseong Tea Field visited by over 3 million people annually, this theme park is centered on Korean tea—the symbol of Boseong-gun—and Boseong Sori of Seopyeonje—symbolizing the spirit of Korea. It houses major facilities related to tea and sound, such as the Korea Tea Museum, Soricheong, and Bukru Pavilion. At the Korea Tea Museum, visitors can experience the entire process from tea theory to hands-on activities, and a variety of performances and attractions are also prepared at the Soricheong and outdoor stage within Korea Tea and Sori Cultural Park. MoreLess

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   Birthplace and Memorial Park of Songjae Seo Jae-pil

   송재 서재필선생 생가와 기념공원

   This is a space where the spirit of independence fighter Songjae Seo Jae-pil, who lived a robust life against the backdrop of the beautiful scenery of Juamho Lake, rests. Seo Jae-pil, who was one of the key figures of the Gapsin Coup at the age of 18, later went into exile in the United States and became Korea's first Western doctor. However, without seeking personal glory, he published The Independent (Dongnip Sinmun), built Independence Gate (Dongnimmun) for the independence of the homeland, and dedicated his entire life to the independence movement. In front of his birthplace in Mundeok-myeon, a memorial park was built to commemorate him, featuring a replica of Dongnimmun that embodies his spirit and an exhibition of around 800 of his relics. MoreLess

   

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