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It is a rocky island located about 500 meters south of Galgae Village, Galgot-ri, Nambu-myeon, Geoje-si (approximately 116m above sea level, area about 0.1㎢). Haegumgang, formed by two connected islands, belongs to Hallyeohaesang National Park and was designated as a scenic site in 1971. It is widely called Haegumgang, meaning the Geumgang Mountain of the sea, rather than its original name Galdo (Kichul Island), because its shape resembles the spreading roots of Kichul (arrowroot). This island, about 116m above sea level and 0.1㎢ in area, is also called Herb Island due to the abundance of medicinal herbs, and it is said that Seo Bul and his 3,000 followers seeking the elixir of longevity visited, with the inscription 'Seobulgwacha' carved there. The surrounding scenery includes many unique rock formations such as the dozen-armed sea cave, which is Haegumgang's most beautiful sight, Lion Rock, Buddha Rock, and Candle Rock. Additionally, there is Ilwolbong, famous for its spectacular sunrise and moonrise. Sightseeing boats operate around the Haegumgang islands from locations within Geoje-si, such as Haegumgang, Dojangpo, Hakdong, Gujora, and Wahyeon.

Hakdong Black Pearl Pebble Beach covers an area of 30,000㎡, with a length of 1.2 km and a width of 50 m, located in the southern part of Geoje Island. The clear and clean water of the South Sea causes waves that roll the pebbles, creating a beautiful sizzling sound, which was selected as one of Korea's 100 natural sounds. Unlike other beaches on the South Sea, the water depth here is deep, and the waves are rough, requiring some caution, but the beach is well equipped for marine leisure activities such as banana boating. Additionally, from the pier located within Hakdong Black Pearl Pebble Beach, tourists can take a cruise to Haegumgang, known as the Diamond of the Sea, and Oedo, adorned with various exotic tropical forests. It is a must-visit spot for tourists coming to Geoje Island, even if not for swimming. In spring and autumn, visitors to Haenyeohaesang National Park, including Haegumgang, come by sea, and in summer, vacationers gather from all over the country.

남부면 도장포 마을에 있는 폐교된 분교에 해금강 테마박물관이 새로 조성되어 있다. 이곳 1~2층에는 5만여 점의 전시물을 소장하고 있는데 영화세트장 모형으로 50~70년대 모습으로 다시 돌아가 어릴 적 기억을 그대로 되살릴 수 있을 것이다. 2층에는 박물관의 또 하나의 자랑인 유럽중세시대의 범선들이 관람객들의 주목을 받고 있으며, 이태리 베네치아 가면, 무라노 그라스, 프랑스 도자기 인형, 파이앙스 도자기, 밀랍 인형, 깐느 영화제 포스터, 그리고 세계 작가들의 명화를 감상할 수 있다. 그리고 주변관광지로는 신선이 내려와 비경에 감탄했다는 신선대와 MBC 회전목마 촬영지인 바람의 언덕, 명승2호인 해금강 등이 있으며, 인근에 있는 도장포유람선터미널, 해금강 유람선 터미널에서 외도. 해금강 해상관람을 하기에 편리하다.

Near Dojangpo Village are Sinseondae and Wind Hill. It is a tourist destination newly spotlighted for its beautiful scenery and is very popular with couples. On the beach, strangely shaped rocks stand as if supporting the horizon. A nearby attraction is Yeocha Beach, the filming location of ‘Ginkgo Bed.’ Also, if you climb the wooden stairs at the innermost part of the pier, you will find a green hill with an exotic landscape. This place, called ‘Wind Hill,’ is also famous as a photo spot.