Ulsan, South Korea: Break the shackles of time
Ulsan Hyundai, Ulsan Port, and the automobile city. Ulsan is quite unique in South Korea, with its own industrial characteristics. It is also a coastal city. As a niche travel destination, it is also a good choice.
👉 Nature and parks
✅ Daewangam Park is located on the east coast of Ulsan and is famous for its century-old pine forest and coastal scenery. Daewangam in the park is a huge dragon-shaped rock island connected to the land by an iron bridge. It is one of the earliest places on land in South Korea to watch the sunrise. There is an observation deck in the park where you can overlook the magnificent sea view.
✅ Taehwagang Bamboo Forest. The bamboo forest trail on the banks of the Taehwa River has different scenery in all four seasons. In spring, cherry blossoms are in full bloom, and in autumn, reeds sway. It is a popular place for citizens to relax and take a walk.
✅ Sinbulsan County Park
One of the top 100 famous mountains selected by the Korea Forest Service, it is famous for its purple reed plains, waterfalls, and hot springs. Climbers can overlook the panoramic view of Ganwol Mountain and Yeongchuksan Mountain.
👉 History and culture
✅ Bangudae Petroglyphs
National Treasure No. 285 of South Korea, a group of rock paintings from the Neolithic to the Bronze Age, depicting images of whales, deer, and people, reflecting the hunting life of ancient humans. The rock paintings are located on the rocks of a tributary of the Taehwa River and are an important site for studying prehistoric culture.
✅ Jangsaengpo Whale Museum
The only whale-themed museum in South Korea, it displays whaling history, whale skeleton specimens, and conservation activities. It has multilingual guides in Chinese, English, and Japanese, making it suitable for family trips and science education.
✅ Ganjeolgot Lighthouse
The earliest place to watch the sunrise on the east coast of South Korea, the lighthouse was built in 1920, and the white tower body complements the mountains and sea. Visitors can climb the tower to enjoy the view. There are sashimi restaurants next to the coastal trail nearby, where you can enjoy delicious food while listening to the sound of the waves.
👉 City and leisure
✅ Ulsan Bridge Observatory
A great place to overlook Ulsan Port and the city skyline, especially when the lights are on at night, it is suitable for photography enthusiasts.
✅ Ulsan Hyundai Motor Industrial Park
As the birthplace of the Hyundai Motor Group, the park offers industrial tourism projects, where you can visit the automobile production line and learn about the development of the Korean manufacturing industry.
👉 Beaches and coastlines
✅ Sinmyeong Jeongja Beach
Famous for its clear waters and surrounding mountain scenery, music festivals and beach activities are often held in summer. Cafes and restaurants along the coast offer authentic Korean food.
✅ Ulsan Youth Street
A cultural gathering place for young people, with street art, cultural and creative shops, and special snacks, the atmosphere is lively at night.