Hansol Experience Village
Nestled between mountains and the sea, Songjeong Hansol Experience Village is a picturesque village where the soothing aroma of the ocean blends with the stunning sunset views from Songjeong Beach. This village offers a perfect blend of nature’s beauty and a variety of rural experiences, allowing adults to reminisce about their childhood memories and children to feel the abundant love of their grandmothers. Visitors can create lasting memories at Songjeong Hansol Experience Village with a range of activities such as fishing with traditional fishing nets, harvesting crops like sweet potatoes, corn, and raspberries, and exploring various sights and local delicacies. Come and enjoy a truly unforgettable experience in this charming village!
• Address (location): 30, Misong-ro 486beon-gil, Mijo-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Angangda Forest Village
Angangda Forest Village is a rural village located on the outskirts of Angang Bay in Namhae, where fishing villages and farming communities coexist. Situated in the areas of Sinjeon-ri, Hwagye-ri, and Yongsori in Idong-myeon, Angangda Forest Village is a rural experience village that utilizes abundant agricultural, special, and seafood products produced in the pristine natural environment harmonizing the mountains, forests, sea, and farmlands of Angang Bay.
With its pristine natural environment, tranquil and peaceful rural atmosphere, vast clean mudflats of Angang Bay, favorable climate, fertile soil, and clean water, Angangda Forest is a place where you can momentarily forget the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse yourself in the deep fragrance of quiet and peaceful rural life. The village offers various experience programs such as Angangda Forest Mudflat Experience, clam digging experience, crab catching experience, and on-deck fishing experience. Additionally, there are studio-type resort villages, group resort villages, and duplex resort villages available for visitors to relax while experiencing rural life. Angangda Forest Village operates various facilities including Namhae Medicinal Herb Promotion Center, Healing National Leisure Camping Site, Local Activation Center, Namhae Dure Tour Center, Lotus Theme Park, and Sinjeon Forest Wildflower Tourist Complex, making it a great place for tourists to visit.
• Address (location): Shinjeon-ri, Idong-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Yege Village
Yege Village in Namhae is a tranquil fishing village that used to be off the beaten path for tourists. However, it has become a popular spot in late March when the old cherry blossom trees bloom abundantly. The cherry blossom trees lining the roads on both sides create a tunnel of blossoms, offering a breathtaking view. Along the coast, the cherry blossoms in full bloom harmonize beautifully with the sea, and the mountainside next to the village is also covered with cherry blossom trees, creating a stunning sea of blossoms throughout the village. Recently, Yeongye has become a must-visit cherry blossom destination for tourists drawn by word of mouth. The blue hues of the Namhae sea blend perfectly with the white cherry blossoms, creating a picturesque and enchanting scenery.
• Address (location): 52 Namseodaero 1818-gil, Seomyeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
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Kingdom of Lighthouses
Wangji Village is located in the area of Munui-ri, Seolcheon-myeon, Namhae-gun. It is a place where King Taejo Yi Seong-gye, on his way back from completing a hundred-day prayer at Namhae Geumsan, was captivated by the beauty of this village and took a rest. It is said that Yi Seong-gye became a king after crossing the curved hill here, which is why it is called ‘Wangji,’ using the characters for ‘curved’ and ‘land.’
Wangji Lighthouse Village boasts a picturesque natural landscape overlooking the turbulent sea of Noryangjin, which was the final battleground of Admiral Yi Sun-sin. A beautiful cherry blossom road has been created along the road leading from Namhae Bridge to the village. As a rural experience village, Wangji Lighthouse Village offers various experiential programs where visitors can experience both rural and fishing village life. Representative experiences include Wangji Farmer Experience, Traditional Games Experience, Traditional Liquor Making Experience, Intertidal Ecology Experience, Seaweed Harvesting Experience, Onboard Fisherman Experience, and Rafting Experience. Among them, the Seaweed Harvesting Experience, where families can catch fish directly after setting up nets by the shore, is great for family enjoyment. Exploring the ecology of the tidal flats and catching creatures firsthand in the Intertidal Ecology Experience is an invaluable experience for children, teaching them the importance of nature. For adults, there is the opportunity to make traditional liquor using yuzu, pomegranate, and Japanese apricot.
• Address (location): 53, Seolcheon-ro 864beon-gil, Seolcheon-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Jeokryang Haebeach Village
Jeokryang Habeach Village is a happy village full of colorful flowers and herbal scents in the rice paddies at the entrance. It is located near historical and cultural treasures such as Guksabong, Jukryang Seongteo, and Goolhang, all related to the Imjin War. Despite some damage to the artificially created Goolhang, which was originally built to protect the fortress and ships from enemy attacks during the war, the original structure has been preserved. The village is gearing up for the grand opening of a history museum. Visitors can enjoy sea fishing, children’s play facilities, and even try canoeing. Transparent canoes and window canoes are designed for a unique experience, allowing city dwellers to see beneath the sea while sitting in the boat.
• Address (location): 1196 Heungseon-ro, Changseon-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Experience the Jukdo Tidal Flats
In Namhae’s Jukdo Village, you can participate in a mudflat experience program where you can encounter various mudflat creatures. The experience includes catching snails and clams. When you join the program, the village provides boots and tools for the experience. The highlight is catching snails. Snails, known as ‘ssok’ in Korean, are small crustaceans measuring about 10cm long found in the South and West Sea. To catch a snail, you gently touch the snail with miso water in a hole in the mudflat, and when the snail grabs the brush with its pincers, quickly grab it without missing the moment. You can even fry the snail you caught on the spot at the experience center on the first floor for a crispy and savory taste. Jukdo Village’s pride, Jukbangnyeom, and the nearby German Village are great places to explore together.
• Address (location): Jeondo-maeul Community Workshop, 18-8 Dongbu-daero 1662-gil, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Namhae Daegyo
Following Jeju Island, Geoje Island, and Jindo, Namhae Island is the fourth largest island in South Korea and home to the gateway known as Namhae Bridge. Back then, Namhae Bridge was referred to as the largest cable-stayed bridge in the East. With a length of 660m and a height of 80m, this beautiful bridge opened in 1973, capturing the excitement and anticipation of the people, including a spectacular opening ceremony attended by around 100,000 individuals, where even President Park Chung-hee crossed the bridge himself.
Considered the most beautiful bridge in Korea, walking across the red Namhae Bridge was seen as a symbol of good luck in the past, making it a popular destination for school trips and honeymoons. The strong currents of the sea that Namhae Bridge spans serve as a witness to Namhae’s history and a symbol of its past. Before the bridge was built, the people of Namhae had to cross the rough waters of Noryang on small boats or ferries. On the other side of Namhae Bridge, there is a rest area called Namhae Pavilion, where you can enjoy a view of the bridge. Surrounding the pavilion, you can find a tunnel of cherry blossoms in full bloom. Nearby attractions include Chungryeolsa Temple and Cheonhwa Monument in Namhae.
• Address (location): 4216 Namhaedaegyo, Seolcheon-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Changseon Bridge
The Jijok Strait starts to move vigorously twice a day, crossing the 12 o’clock mark day and night. It is said that when the high and low tides intersect, the water current that rushes out of the narrow sea area is so strong that it is difficult to resist. Changseon Bridge crosses the Jijok Strait, connecting Jijok-ri in Changseon-myeon and Jijok-ri in Samdong-myeon. With a length of 438m and a width of 14.5m, it was opened on December 20, 1995. Originally completed on June 5, 1980, Changseon Bridge collapsed in 1992 and was rebuilt.
The bridge not only facilitates transportation but also offers a place to appreciate the beauty of traditional fishing using a primitive method of ‘Jukbangnyeom’ and the sunset underneath. Preserved as a living folk cultural heritage, ‘Jukbangnyeom’ involves spreading a net made of chestnut wood on a frame resembling a fishing weir, arranged in a V-shape towards the direction of the flowing current to catch fish. This simple method, with only 23 remaining in the Jijok Strait in Namhae County, is a valuable tourist attraction worth exploring.
• Address (location): Jijok-ri, Samdong-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Chokhwabi
Cheokhwabi is a type of monument built by Prince Heungseon Daewongun to commemorate the victories of the Byeonginyangyo and Shinmiyangyo battles, as well as to warn the Korean people against Western invasion. This particular monument is different from others, as it stands on a low square base stone with a roof stone placed on top. It was erected in various locations in Seoul and throughout the country under the command of Prince Heungseon Daewongun. While many monuments were dismantled during the global exchanges following the prince’s abduction by the Russian legation, a few, like this one, remain, preserving their historical significance and telling stories of the past.
• Address (location): 27 Noryang-ro 183beon-gil, Seolcheon-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Namhae Treasure Island Observatory
The Namhae Treasure Island Observatory is an architectural structure that beautifully reflects the southernmost tip of South Korea, Namhae, resembling a lighthouse. The view of the sea from inside gives a feeling like being on a luxurious cruise, showcasing a rare 360° panoramic ocean view that is hard to find domestically. The second-floor cliff walk is the first of its kind in Korea, allowing visitors to walk on a glass skywalk and admire the stunning view of the picturesque Namhae Sea from the cliff, where you can witness the beautiful sunrise, sunset, and moonrise of Namhae.
• Address (location): 720 Dongbu-daero, Samdong-myeon, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do