South Gyeongsang

A land of islands on Korea's southeastern coast, where the Hallyeo Waterway links scenic spots such as Tongyeong, Geoje and Namhae.

South Gyeongsang lies in southeastern Korea, surrounding Busan and facing the Korea Strait to the south, with a winding coastline and many islands. Hallyeohaesang National Park stretches from Tongyeong through Geoje to Namhae. Tongyeong has a cable car and Dongpirang Mural Village; Geoje has Oedo Botania and Haegeumgang; and Namhae Island has German Village and the terraced Darangi Village. Inland you will find Jinju Fortress, Haeinsa Temple (in Hapcheon) and the mountains on the eastern side of Jirisan. In spring, cherry blossoms are especially famous at the Jinhae Gunhangje Festival, while summer and autumn suit island trips. You can enter via Busan or Gimhae International Airport; Tongyeong and Geoje are mostly reached by intercity bus, and Sacheon has an airport with domestic flights.

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