Jeonnam-Gwangju Special City
Places to visit in Yeonggwang-gun
The temple and forest paths on the slopes of Bulgapsan Mountain are at the heart of an outing here. Walk around Bulgapsa Temple and take in the buildings and seasonal plants.
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Places to visit
4 placesBulgapsa Tourist Site
This tourist area at Bulgapsa preserves a long Buddhist history and scenic natural surroundings, while providing a place for visitors to rest.
View on mapChilseondaegyo Bridge
This 1.82-kilometer bridge connects Yeomsan-myeon in Yeonggwang-gun with Haeje-myeon in Muan-gun. Cross Chilseon Sea and take in views of the West Sea.
View on mapWon Buddhist Yeongsan Sacred Site
This site includes the birthplace of Won Buddhism's founder and other sacred places. Explore the origins of Won Buddhism as you look around.
View on mapBulgapsan Mountain
This 516-meter mountain forms part of the boundary between Yeonggwang-gun and Hampyeong-gun. Enjoy forest paths and ridge hikes, and look for cherry blossoms in spring and red spider lilies in autumn.
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Scenes of the area
- Bulhoesa Tourist Site.
- From Yeonggwang's mountains to the Yellow Sea.