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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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Yeongam-gun, Yeongsanho Tourist Site and Seonggidong Historic Site.

Places to visit

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  • Yeongsanho Tourist Site

    This recreation area was developed around Yeongsanho, an artificial lake created when the Yeongsan River estuary dam was completed in 1981.

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  • Seonggidong 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.

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  • Mahan Culture Site

    This site was created to explore the distinctive ancient history of the Yeongsan River basin through its jar coffin tombs.

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  • Gurim Hanok Village

    A traditional village across Donggurim-ri, Seogurim-ri, and Dogap-ri in Gunseo-myeon. Explore its old village lanes and hanok houses.

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  • Dogapsa Temple

    This historic temple sits on the slopes of Wolchulsan Mountain, where quiet paths lead into a peaceful mountain retreat.

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  • Wolchulsan 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.

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  • Wolchulsan Gichan Land

    Set amid the natural surroundings of Wolchulsan Mountain, this theme park has water attractions and cultural spaces to explore.

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  • Korea 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.

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