Ulsan
An industrial port city in southeastern Korea, with Taehwagang National Garden, Daewangam and an East Sea sunrise coast.
Ulsan lies on Korea's southeastern coast, between Gyeongju to the north and Busan to the south, and is a major industrial city with strong shipbuilding, automobile and petrochemical industries. Beyond industry, Taehwagang National Garden and the Simni Bamboo Forest are the city's ecological highlights, Daewangam Park has dramatic rocks and sea views, and Ganjeolgot is one of the earliest places on the Korean mainland to see the New Year sunrise. Prehistoric rock art such as the Bangudae Petroglyphs is an important cultural heritage. Spring and autumn have mild weather and are best for visiting. Take the KTX to Ulsan Station (Tongdosa); Ulsan Airport has domestic flights, and you can also come via Busan.
Destinations
Itineraries
- Yeongnam Road Trip: Daegu, Gyeongju, Pohang, Ulsan & Busan – A self-drive journey through southeastern Gyeongsang-do, from inland Daegu to east coast sunrise spots, heading south a…