Best of Tongyeong

Tongyeong Essentials

Explore the historical and natural landmarks of the Geoje region, from the Silla-era Dundeok Castle to the Okpo Great Victory Commemorative Park honoring Admiral Yi Sun-sin. The selection features the Geoje Botanic's giant glass Jungle Dome, the specialized marine mammal exhibits at Geoje Sea World, and the coastal vistas of Windy Hill. Local commerce and transit are represented by the Gohyeon Unified Marketplace and the Dojangpo Ferry Terminal, a primary gateway to Oedo Botania.

Windy Hill

A grassy coastal hill in Dojangpo village featuring a large Dutch-style windmill and panoramic views of the South Sea.

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Okpo Great Victory Commemorative Park

Built in 1996, this park is a memorial for Admiral Yi Sun-sin. He was a Korean naval commander who bravely fought against Japanese in the…

Geoje Sea World

A specialized aquarium focused on marine mammals, featuring dolphin and beluga whale presentations and interactive encounter programs.

Geoje Botanic

Home to the Geoje Jungle Dome, a large teardrop-shaped glass greenhouse containing over 300 species of tropical plants and a vertical indoor waterfall.

Gohyeon Unified Marketplace

The largest traditional market in the region, featuring sections for fresh local seafood, agricultural products, and traditional Korean street food.

Geoje Culture & Arts Center

A multi-purpose cultural venue overlooking Jangseungpo Harbor, housing a main performance hall, exhibition galleries, and an outdoor theater.

Dundeok Castle (Deposed King Castle)

A stone fortress dating back to the Silla Kingdom. It is historically recognized as the site where King Uijong of the Goryeo Dynasty lived in exile.

Ocean Adventure

An indoor and outdoor water park featuring wave pools, water slides, and specialized spa facilities located within the Sono Calm Geoje resort.

Dojangpo Ferry Terminal

A departure point for excursion ships traveling to the Oedo Botania botanical gardens and the Haegeumgang rock formations.