Pohang-si

A steel city on the east coast of South Korea, attracting travelers with the Homigot sunrise, coastal night views, and fresh seafood at Jukdo Market.

Pohang-si is located on the east coast of Gyeongsangbuk-do, with Yeongil Bay wrapping around the city. It is both an important steel industrial city in South Korea and a popular destination for ocean views and sunrises. The Hands of Harmony at Homigot is a famous sunrise landmark in South Korea. The Space Walk in Hwanho Park, Yeongildae Beach, and the Pohang Canal make up the city's coastal landscape. Guryongpo Japanese House Street preserves street houses from the Japanese occupation period, Jukdo Market is a great place to try fresh seafood, and Naeyeonsan Bogyeongsa Temple with its 12 waterfalls and Oeo-sa Temple are ideal for hiking and exploring ancient history. Summer is great for water activities, autumn for hiking, and New Year's Day is the most popular time to watch the sunrise. Visitors can take the KTX to Pohang Station or arrive via Pohang Gyeongju Airport.

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