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This tree is a designated Natural Monument of South Korea. It is about 400 years old and is known for its beautiful, broad canopy that forms a perfect dome shape. Historically, local villagers have used the area under its shade as a community gathering spot and for traditional rituals. It is a peaceful stop located in Samsan-ri, offering a glimpse into the region's natural heritage.
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정남진 전망대
When you climb the stairs of the observatory, the Korean Peninsula-shaped floor fountain at Unification Square greets you with a cool stream of water. After passing the fountain at Unification Square, you will see the statue of Ahn Jung-geun facing the sea. In front of the observatory, a cute 12-gan sculpture welcomes visitors. The observatory tower is 45.9 meters high, with the upper layer depicting the rising sun, the middle layer depicting the Hwangpo anchor rod, and the lower layer depicting the waves.
The round sculpture called Yullyeo, which symbolizes the axis of the direction toward Jeongnam, is said to have expressed the round sea of Jeongnamjin, meaning that the sea water is filled on the ground shaped like a round basin. The observation deck, which consists of 10 floors, has an observation deck and a cafe on the 9th and 10th floors, and each floor consists of a book cafe (8th floor), a literary movie theater (7th floor), a memory travel hall (6th floor), a festival hall (5th floor), a story hall (4th floor), a food promotion hall (3rd floor), a trick art photo zone (2nd floor), and a travel information center (1st floor).
천관산도립공원
This mountain park is known for its jagged rock formations and views of the South Sea islands. Its primary attraction is the vast silver grass fields near the 723m summit, which peak every October. The park grounds also house the historic Cheongwansa Temple, a natural recreation forest with camping and cabin facilities, and a literature park featuring stone monuments dedicated to local authors.
장흥 회령포 이순신 축제
It is a historical experience festival held at Hoeryongpo, a historical place where Admiral Yi Sun-shin prepared for the miracle of the Battle of Myeongnyang by repairing 12 ships. The highlight of the festival is a maritime parade involving 12 Panok ships and a reenactment of the ceremony of the appointment of naval commanders. Visitors can participate in various hands-on activities such as archery and artillery firing, experiencing weapons of the Joseon Navy, or making their own models of Panokseon.
하늘빛 수목원 튤립축제
Hamjibong Peak in Jangheung, Jeongnamjin has a garden of about 100 m². The site contains around 300 types of trees and about 1,000 kinds of plants, including wildflowers and herbaceous flowers. A Sky Light Arboretum Tulip Festival is held every April. During the festival, tulips are planted along the cypress forest trail and other areas.The garden includes facilities for wedding conventions. Visitors can also join activities such as tree planting or visiting a small animal farm. There are programs for children, mainly focused on learning experiences.
정남진 장흥 키조개 축제
A local food festival using pen shells is held in Jangheung. Visitors can try dishes made with pen shells from the local clean waters.The festival program usually includes cultural performances such as guest singer stages, pungmul (traditional percussion) shows, sports dancing, and a singing contest for participants. A section for selling local products is also operated during the event. The festival is held together with the Jeamsan Royal Azalea Festival. The area around Jeilgangsan Mountain, where the event takes place, is designated as a tidal flat conservation zone and a fishery resource conservation zone.
정남진 편백숲 우드랜드
One of its attractions is the Jeongnamjin Cypress Forest Woodland, created with cypress trees planted in the 40th year of reforestation projects. The woodland is located at the foot of Eokbulsan Mountain, overlooking Jangheung-eup. Facilities include a wood culture experience center, a pension complex, ecological architecture such as traditional hanok, the Jeonnam Woodcraft Center, a healing forest, and cypress salt houses used for steaming.