Tracksite of Dinosaurs, Pterosaurs, and Birds in Uhang-ri (우항리 공룡화석자연사유적지)
Jeonnam · 234, Gongnyongbangmulgwan-gil, Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do
Hours
09:00-18:00 (closes at 19:00 in July & August)* Last admission: 1hr before closing
09:00-18:00 (closes at 19:00 in July & August)* Last admission: 1hr before closing
Address
234, Gongnyongbangmulgwan-gil, Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do
234, Gongnyongbangmulgwan-gil, Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do
Parking
Available
Available
Overview
The Tracksite of Dinosaurs, Pterosaurs, and Birds in Uhang-ri is where the world's most intricate fossil footprints of dinosaurs and birds were discovered. The track site was designated as a Natural Monument for its significance and serves as an educational site for studying earth science and dinosaurs from the Cretaceous period. There is a museum that has on display 447 materials related to fossils, including actual fossil pieces of an Allosaurus, along with exhibitions dedicated to giant dinosaurs, sea reptile, and birds.
Location
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Info: • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-61-530-5324
Best Time to Visit
South Korea has four distinct seasons. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are the most popular times to visit. Summer brings humidity and occasional typhoons, while winter is cold but great for ski resorts and festivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
09:00-18:00 (closes at 19:00 in July & August)* Last admission: 1hr before closing
Available
Mondays (except July-August)
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-61-530-5324
• For more info: +82-61-530-5324
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