Places to visit in Goseong-gun

• Goseong Unification Observatory

  This is the country's northernmost observatory, with views of Mount Geumgang and the East Sea. You can also visit the Unification Hall, Unification Observatory Tower, and other facilities.

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• Hwajinpo Marine Museum

  The museum consists of a shell museum displaying more than 40,000 specimens across about 1,500 species, including rare shells, crustaceans, and taxidermy, and an aquarium showcasing 3,000 fish from 125 species.

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• Hwajinpo History and Security Exhibition Hall

  The site comprises Hwajinpo Castle, the Syngman Rhee Memorial Hall at Hwajinpo, and Vice President Lee Ki-poong's villa.

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• Songjiho Observation Tower

  From this distinctive five-story observation tower, you can see flocks of migratory birds flying to and fro over Songjiho Lake.

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• Hwajinpo Ecology Museum

  This three-story museum has exhibition halls where visitors can observe and learn about the ecosystem around Hwajinpo Lake.

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• Ulsanbawi Rock

  This granite rock formation in Seoraksan rises on the border of Sokcho and Goseong. Its many peaks form a striking, screen-like line.

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• Songjiho Beach

  Located in Oho-ri, Jukwang-myeon, this beach has a long stretch of white sand and a rocky island offshore. Nearby Songjiho Lagoon lets you enjoy both sea and lake scenery.

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• Geonbongsa Temple

  This temple sits on a mountain slope in Goseong. Explore its halls and grounds to experience the quiet atmosphere of a mountain temple.

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• Hwajinpo Lagoon

  This large lagoon formed when seawater became separated from the land. The lake and the East Sea lie close together here.

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• Machajin Beach

  This beach in Hyeonnae-myeon is about 400 meters long. From the shore, you can look out toward Musongdae, a small island with rocks and dense pine trees.

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• Myeongpa Beach

  Located in Hyeonnae-myeon, Goseong, this is known as the northernmost beach on the East Coast. Enjoy open sea views and scenery along the northern coast from this quiet shore.

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• DMZ Museum

  This museum explores the Demilitarized Zone, the Korean War, the history of division, and peace. You can visit both the indoor exhibits and the outdoor exhibition area.

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Scenes of the area

• Lakes and scenic trails in Goseong.
• Seoraksan Mountain's foothills and the southern sea
• Hwajinpo and a mountain temple trail
• Goseong's northern coastal road

Nearby areas

• Sokcho-siNext door
• Inje-gunNext door