Maldo Island (말도)

Jeonbuk · Maldo-ri, Okdo-myeon, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do

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Hours
Open 24 hr

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Address
Maldo-ri, Okdo-myeon, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do

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Parking
Available

Overview

Maldo Island is located in Okdo-myeon, Gunsan, at the end of the Gogunsan Archipelago, and is also known as "Kkeumseom Island" (End-point Island). It is a small island with about 30 households, but due to the surrounding waters being a golden fishing ground, it has the largest lighthouse in the Gogunsan Archipelago, making it a tourist attraction. The island is dotted with unique landmarks such as lighthouses, cheonnyeongsong (millennium pines), and Dalbawi Rock, and is well-known for its beautiful sunset views. Maldo Island was reportedly first settled during the mid-Joseon dynasty by Sim Ban-seo, an exile from Seoul who cultivated the land and laid the foundation for the island's growing population.

Location

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How to Get There

Info: +82-64-450-4554

Best Time to Visit

South Korea has four distinct seasons. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are generally the best times to visit for comfortable weather and scenic beauty. Summer (June–August) can be hot and humid, while winter (December–February) brings cold temperatures.