Anjwado Island (안좌도)
Korea · 872 Jungbu-ro, Anjwa-myeon, Sinan-gun, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City
Hours
Open 24 hr
Open 24 hr
Address
872 Jungbu-ro, Anjwa-myeon, Sinan-gun, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City
872 Jungbu-ro, Anjwa-myeon, Sinan-gun, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City
Parking
Available
Available
Overview
Anjwado Island is an island better known by the name Purple Island. Every spring, it hosts a lavender festival, and in the autumn, an aster chrysanthemum festival takes place, painting the island in shades of purple. With village roofs adorned in purple and the purple sea bridge, visitors can enjoy the color purple throughout the seasons. Additionally, the Birth Home of Kim Whanki (1913-1974), a famous Korean abstract artist, is located here.
Location
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Info: +82-61-261-6004
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
Open 24 hr
Available
N/A (Open all year round)
+82-61-261-6004
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