Places to visit in Donghae-si

• Mangsang Beach

  Enjoy the clean sandy shore and clear blue sea right before you, along with the refreshing sea breeze and a wide horizon where the sun rises. The area also has an auto camping resort.

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• Mureung Valley

  Known as Mureungdowon, or Peach Blossom Land, this scenic valley lies against the backdrop of Dutasan and Cheongoksan Mountains. Its many unusual rock formations and dramatic scenery can make it feel like a place of paradise.

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• Chuam Candlestick Rock

  The rock formations around Candlestick Rock, famous as the backdrop to the opening verse of Korea's national anthem, create a striking scene. Sunrise behind the rock is a favorite sight for visitors.

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• Mukho Lighthouse

  Look out over the East Sea from a coastal hill in Mukho. You can also explore the nearby shore and Mukho’s alleyways.

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• Nongoldam-gil Alley

  Follow the alleys of Mukho’s hillside village to see murals and local scenery. The uphill walk also offers views toward the sea.

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• Dojjaebigol Sky Valley

  This tourist facility offers coastal views and activities in Mukho. From high above, you can look out over the sea and coastal cliffs.

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• Haerang Observatory

  A viewpoint on the Mukho coast where you can look out over the sea and enjoy views close to the water.

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• Hyangno Market

  A local market in Hyangno-dong, Donghae. Explore neighborhood shops and the market scene.

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• Donghae Byeolnuri Observatory

  This Donghae observatory offers stargazing and other activities about the stars and the universe.

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• Chorokbong Mountain

  A 531-meter mountain spanning Cheongok-dong and Buksam-dong in Donghae. Follow several hiking trails through the forest.

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• Chwibyeongsan Mountain

  A mountain in the Buksam-dong area of Donghae. Follow forested trails and take in views of the surrounding ridges.

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• Borimsan Mountain

  A mountain in the Buksam-dong area of Donghae. Explore the surrounding natural scenery along forest trails and ridgelines.

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• Dutasan Mountain

  A 1,353-meter mountain spanning Donghae and Samcheok. Take a long hike through forests and valleys and along rocky ridges.

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• Dalbang Dam

  A dam in Dalbang-dong, Donghae, near the road toward Jeongseon. Take a break at a nearby pavilion and look out over the water.

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• Swineumsan Mountain

  A mountain between Samhwa-dong in Donghae and Miro-myeon in Samcheok. A cluster of deep rock hollows on its ridge creates a distinctive landscape.

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• Cheongoksan Mountain

  One of the peaks in a mountain range spanning Donghae and Samcheok. Explore mountain scenery along forested and rocky ridges.

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• Mureung Byeolyucheonji

  A tourist destination in Samhwa-dong, Donghae, where you can enjoy the mountains and natural scenery of the Mureung Valley area. Stroll through the spacious outdoor grounds and take in the surrounding landscape.

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• Donghae Mureung Health Forest

  A forest retreat and wellness experience facility in the Mureung Valley area. Stay close to the forest and enjoy the atmosphere of the mountains and valley.

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• Gawon Wetland Ecology Park

  A wetland park where reeds grow among a variety of living things. Walk at an easy pace or take a break by the boardwalks and benches.

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• Jisangsa Temple

  A temple in Jigadong, Donghae. Explore its quiet grounds on the mountainside.

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• Hohaejeong Pavilion

  A pavilion in Bukpyeong-dong, Donghae. Take in the calm scenery around this traditional structure.

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• Solmisan Mountain

  A mountain in Ido-dong, Donghae. Take a gentle walk along its wooded slopes and enjoy the surrounding scenery.

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• Simjaesan Mountain

  A mountain in the Bukpyeong-dong area of Donghae. Walk the trails and look out over nearby villages and forested ridges.

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• East Sea Central Market

  A permanent market in Mukho-dong with shops and food stalls to explore. It is close to the fish auction market, so you can take in the harbor scenery as you visit.

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• Pencil Museum

  A Donghae museum dedicated to pencils, with related exhibits to explore.

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• Mukho Port Observatory

  A viewpoint overlooking Mukho Port, where you can see boats in the harbor and the coastal scenery.

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• Kkamakbawi Rock

  A well-known rock on the Mukho coast. See the dark rock and waves from close to the shore.

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• Mangsang Auto Camping Resort

  A camping and lodging facility in Mangsang-dong, Donghae. Stay near the coast with views of the sea.

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• Mangsang Second Auto Camping Resort

  A separate camping and lodging facility in the Mangsang coastal area. Use the camping grounds and enjoy the surrounding sea views.

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• Nobong Beach

  A beach in Mangsang-dong, Donghae. Walk along the sand and take in the East Sea coastline.

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• Donghae Boyang Hot Spring

  A hot spring retreat in Donghae where you can relax during your trip.

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• Daejin Beach

  A beach on the coast of Mangsang-dong, Donghae. Take a leisurely walk along the sand and sea.

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• Siboilbong, Ohaksan, and Bonghwandaesan Mountains

  Three peaks in the Mangsang-dong area. Walk forested trails and explore the surrounding mountain scenery.

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• Eodalsan Beacon Site

  A historic beacon site on Eodalsan Mountain. Follow the mountain trail to see the old beacon facilities and surrounding landscape.

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• Hanseom Beach

  A small beach on the coast of Cheongok-dong, Donghae. Stroll along the shore and take in the coastal scenery.

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• Gamchu Beach

  A beach on the coast of Cheongok-dong, Donghae. Walk along the sea and sand and enjoy the coastal scenery.

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• Gamchusa Temple

  A temple in Donghae near Gamchu Beach. Explore the quiet scenery where the shore meets the mountain slopes.

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• Haengbokhanseom Trail

  A coastal walking trail linking Hanseom Beach with Gobulgae, Gase Beach, and Hapyeong Beach. Follow the shoreline past several small beaches.

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• Haeamjeong Pavilion

  A historic pavilion near Chuam Beach. Take a break while looking out at the coastal rocks and scenery.

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• Chuam Auto Campground

  A municipal campground beside Chuam Beach. Enjoy the coastal scenery from a campsite close to the sea.

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• Haeparang Trail Course 33

  A walking route along the Donghae coast from Chuam Beach to Mukho Station. Along the way, you can see the shore and coastal villages.

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• Cheongok Cave

  A horizontal limestone cave in central Donghae. You can also explore the nearby Nature Experience Learning Park.

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• Gwanhaejeong Pavilion

  A pavilion in Cheongok-dong, Donghae. Take a break amid the quiet scenery on the hill.

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• Tokkisan Mountain

  A mountain in Cheongok-dong, Donghae. Walk the forest trail near the city and explore the surrounding neighborhood.

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• Bukpyeong Five-Day Market

  A traditional periodic market in Donghae with a long history. On market days, browse stalls selling seafood and everyday goods.

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• Jeoncheon Stream

  A stream flowing through several neighborhoods in Donghae. Follow the waterway and surrounding scenery to explore other local outings.

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• Bukpyeong Industrial Complex Dolmen Park

  A dolmen site park in Guho-dong, Donghae. Explore prehistoric stone tombs within the park.

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• Songjeong-dong Iron Age Site

  An Iron Age archaeological site in Songjeong-dong, Donghae, where you can explore traces of the area’s early inhabitants.

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• Sim Sangyeol's House

  An old traditional house in the Donghae area. Explore its architectural features and the surrounding village scenery.

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• Kim Hyeonggi's House

  An old traditional house in the Donghae area. Take in the traditional roof and courtyard.

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• Yongsan Seowon Confucian Academy

  A historic Confucian academy on Hyoja-ro in Donghae. Explore the traditional buildings and courtyard and get a sense of this former place of learning.

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• Kim Dongseon House

  A traditional historic home known as a local heritage house in Donghae. Explore the old residence and surrounding village scenery.

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Scenes of the area

• Donghae's valleys and rocky coast.
• Mukho's hills and sea views
• Downtown markets and stargazing
• Forest ridges in Buksam-dong
• The ridges of Dutasan and Swinum Mountain
• Forest retreat scenery in Mureung
• Wetlands and temples in Jigadong
• Low mountains in Bukpyeong and Ido
• Mukho Port and alley markets
• Camping by Mangsang Beach
• Coastal paths at Daejin and Nobong
• Coastal paths at Hansum and Gamchu
• Chuam Rock and a coastal pavilion
• A cave walk in downtown Cheongok
• The Jeoncheon waterway and historic sites
• Old houses and a Confucian academy in Bukpyeong

Nearby areas

• Gangneung-siNext door
• Samcheok-siNext door
• Jeongseon-gunNext door