Places to visit in Ulju-gun, Ulsan

• Ganjeolgot Park

  A coastal park on a headland facing the East Sea. Walk among the lighthouse and open sea views, or wait for sunrise.

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• Naewonam Valley, Daeunsan Mountain

  This scenic valley has clear pools, waterfalls, and broad flat rocks that invite you to lie down and rest.

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• Jakgwaecheon Stream

  Over centuries, the current carved hollows into hundreds of square meters of rock, making them look like cups hung in place and giving the stream its name. Clear water flows here in every season.

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• Jinha Beach

  One of Ulsan's best-known beaches, Jinha is suitable for family swimming thanks to its shallow water and gentle waves.

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• Bangudae Petroglyphs in Daegok-ri, Ulju

  These carvings are on a rock about 10 m wide and 3 m high along Daegokcheon, a tributary of the Taehwa River. They are believed to have been made over several periods, beginning in the Neolithic era. Designated National Treasure No. 285.

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• Oegosan Onggi Village

  This village brings together workshops and kilns for making onggi pottery. See the traditions and work involved in shaping and firing everyday vessels.

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• Yeongnam Alps Complex Welcome Center

  The mountains on the western side of Ulju rise to around 1,000 m and are said to rival Europe's Alps, drawing many hikers.

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• Gajisan Mountain

  Part of the Yeongnam Alps, this mountain has high peaks and ridges. Hike among rocky summits and silver grass fields.

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• Seoknamsa Temple

  This old temple stands at the foot of Gajisan Mountain. Explore heritage sites in its grounds, including stupas and a three-story stone pagoda.

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• Ulju Cheonjeon-ri Petroglyphs

  Rocks in the Daegokcheon valley bear images and inscriptions carved from the Bronze Age through the Silla period.

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• Amethyst Cavern Park

  Follow the tunnels of a former amethyst mine and explore the amethyst exhibition space and underground lake inside.

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• Ulsan Exhibition and Convention Center

  This exhibition and convention center is near KTX Ulsan Station, with a range of exhibition and meeting spaces.

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• Seosaengpo Japanese Fortress

  This fortress site was built during the Imjin War. Walk along the hill to see the surviving walls and fortress remains.

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• Solgae Beach

  This small beach lies between Jinha Beach and Ganjeolgot. Walk along the shore lined with fine sand.

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• Nasa Beach

  This modest sandy beach is near Nasa-ri village in Seosaeng-myeon. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the East Sea coast.

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Scenes of the area

• The sea and valleys of Ulju.
• Ulju's rock carvings and Onggi pottery.
• Petroglyphs and the Yeongnam Alps.
• A mountainside cave and the area around the station.
• A walking route along the Seosaeng coast.

Nearby areas

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• Miryang-siNext door
• Nam-gu, UlsanNext door
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