Jeonnam-Gwangju Special City
Places to visit in Yeongam-gun
This area has historic and cultural destinations around the Yeongsangang River. Explore Yeongsanho Lake, Seonggi-dong, and sites related to Mahan culture as separate themed visits.
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8 placesYeongsanho Tourist Site
This recreation area was developed around Yeongsanho, an artificial lake created when the Yeongsan River estuary dam was completed in 1981.
View on mapSeonggidong Historic Site
Seonggidong is thought to be the birthplace of Wangin, a scholar from Baekje. Nearby sites and attractions associated with him include the Wangin Historic Site, Munsanjae, Yangsajae, Sangdaepo, and Hoisajeong. The Wangin Culture Festival is held here each April, with activities and exhibits.
View on mapMahan Culture Site
This site was created to explore the distinctive ancient history of the Yeongsan River basin through its jar coffin tombs.
View on mapGurim Hanok Village
A traditional village across Donggurim-ri, Seogurim-ri, and Dogap-ri in Gunseo-myeon. Explore its old village lanes and hanok houses.
View on mapDogapsa Temple
This historic temple sits on the slopes of Wolchulsan Mountain, where quiet paths lead into a peaceful mountain retreat.
View on mapWolchulsan Mountain
This rocky mountain rises alone above the broad plains of southwestern Jeollanam-do. Its striking peaks include Cheonhwangbong, Gujeongbong, and Sajabong. Follow the trails for views of the Yeongam plains and surrounding ridges.
View on mapWolchulsan Gichan Land
Set amid the natural surroundings of Wolchulsan Mountain, this theme park has water attractions and cultural spaces to explore.
View on mapKorea International Circuit
This motor racing circuit was built to F1 standards and has both a full course and a permanent circuit. On race or track days, you can experience the world of motorsports.
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Scenes of the area
- Yeongsanho Tourist Site and Seonggidong Historic Site.
- An old village on the slopes of Wolchulsan Mountain.
- A park on the mountain slopes and the western plains.