Woosooyoung Tourist Attractions (우수영관광지)

Korea · 12, Gwangwang leisure-ro, Haenam-gun, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City

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Hours
09:00-18:00

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Address
12, Gwangwang leisure-ro, Haenam-gun, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City

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Parking
Available

Overview

Woosooyoung Tourist Attractions area became a national tourist site in 1986, and Memorial Park of Admiral Yi was added in 1991, serving as an educational site. The area overlooks Uldolmok, and features a shrine from the past that commemorates the great victory that was achieved by Admiral Yi Sun-Sin in the Battle of Myeongnyang (1597) and a large <em>geobukbae</em> (turtle ship). The area hosts a history festival every October and covers many history-related experience programs throughout the year.

Location

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How to Get There

Info: • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-61-530-5541

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.