5 Places You Must Visit in Tongyeong

Writer: Shivani Singh Chhaunkar (Delhi, India)

Editor: Arpita Jena (Baripada, Odisha, India)

Tongyeong has a lot to offer to travel enthusiasts. It is a coastal city which is located in the South Gyeongsang province of South Korea. It has historical and cultural significance, and it still holds importance due to its rich maritime history.

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The clear skies, lush green landscapes, and deep blue sea bring peace to those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of a busy city. This article aims to provide information about five famous tourist attractions in Tongyeong that every travel enthusiast should visit.

1. Yi Sun-sin Park

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The Yi Sun-Sin Park is a memorial park which was named after the revered navy Admiral Yi Sun-sin, who played an important role during the Imjin war and protected Korea from Japanese invasion. This park is located at the place where the Battle of Hansan was fought. It also has a huge statue of Admiral Yi. The park has well-maintained walking trails, which are situated beside the ocean.

The presence of Palm trees, Sequoia trees, and Hydrangeas enhance the beauty of this place. One can enjoy a light stroll, picnics, sunrises and sunsets at this calm place on a breezy day. There’s no admission fee; however, they charge a nominal fee for parking.

2. Dongpirang Mural Village

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This small village is a popular tourist destination due to its colorful walls and vibrant neighborhood. It is located on a hill and provides a wonderful view from the top. This place has plenty of cafes and fresh seafood.

Almost all of the house walls have various caricatures and murals. They also change it every two years to boost tourism in this region. Visitors get numerous chances to capture the beauty of this village due to the serene view that it offers. The creative art on the walls by young artists makes this place unique and attractive.

3. Skyline Luge Tongyeong

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Skyline Luge offers a thrilling and amazing downhill riding experience. It was launched in 1985 in New Zealand and was opened in Tongyeong in 2017. Since then, the number of its admirers has risen exponentially. It has a total of 4 tracks, namely, Legend, Ultra, Gravity and Express. It is child-friendly; however, children below 120 cm need to be accompanied by an adult. People can view an enchanting view of this city and the surrounding islands while embarking on this adventure.

Tickets for Luge & Skyride 3-times ride starts from 30,000 KRW (1866.25 INR) for adults and 12,000 KRW (746.69 INR) for children. This is an awesome opportunity that all the adventurous travelers should grab in order to make most out of their trip.

4. Maemuldo Island

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Three islands namely, Somaemuldo Island, Deungdaedo Island (Lighthouse Island) and Daemaemuldo Island forms the Maemuldo Island. It is a small island with just an area of 2.51 km².

People visit this island to engage in activities such as trekking, fishing and camping. Many people go there to absorb the tranquility that this place offers. Its mesmerizing beauty draws visitors to this island. Travelers looking for a calm place to enjoy mountains, sea, sunsets and camellias must visit this place.

5. Chungnyeolsa Shrine

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In 1606, King Seonjo ordered the construction of the Chungnyeolsa Shrine to commemorate Admiral Yi Sun-Sin. It was given the status of a historical site in 1973. The admission fee to enter this shrine is 1,000 KRW (62.13 INR) for adults.

The temple has five gates, an administrative office, a lecture hall and a place where food for jesa (ancestral rites). Koreans often visit this shrine to express gratitude to Admiral Yi and their ancestors for protecting them from their hostile neighbors. 

What places would you like to explore when you’ll get the chance to do so? Please share your views in the comment section below.