Attraction
Gadeokdo Island
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About this place
A picturesque, blue sea, a wonderful natural landscape, but brings back memories of war It’s Gadeokdo Island! Gadeokdo Island is located where the Nakdonggang River runs into the South Sea of Korea. It is known for its beautiful sunset and wonderful scenery along with the magnificent Geogadaegyo Bridge. People say that you can see as much as you know. Today, you will discover the hidden tragic story of Gadeokdo Island with the background of beautiful nature. The first attraction of the island is the Jeonggeo Mural Village. It was originally called “Datgeori Stree,” which means the place where the boats dropped their anchor(dat), and later became Jeonggeo Village using the Chinese character. The village’s narrow alleys, which are all connected, are decorated with distinctive and beautiful mural paintings. You can take time here to discover the real charm of the village. The next destination is Oeyangpo Port. In the early 1900s, during the Russo–Japanese War, the Japanese army headquarters was established in Gadeokdo Island, and the villagers suddenly had to lose their livelihood. The Japanese army built here the military camp and the fortification to achieve their dream of advancing into the continent. At present, the artillery launch pad, barracks, magazine, and bullet marks here and there remain at the site. The Gadeokdo Lighthouse is located in the southernmost area of Gadeokdo Island, covering from Oeyangpo Port to the end of the southern coast. This lighthouse was built…
- Address
- 21, Gadeokhaean-ro, Gangseo-gu, Busan
- Korean address
- 부산광역시 강서구 가덕해안로 21
- Opening hours
- At all times
- Closed days
- Open Throughout The Year