Haegeumgang Coastal Road, a Classic Blue Temptation | Travel Course | K-Travel Mate

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.

동부면 학동리 해안 기슭에 자생하는 동백숲은 전국 최대의 규모이다. 천연기념물 제233호로 지정, 보호되고 있다. 2월 말에서 3월초에는 붉게 타오르는 동백의 화려한 모습을 감상할 수 있다. 학동 동백숲은 아름다운 길로 지정된 국도 14호선을 타고 학동 삼거리에서 함목 삼거리까지 5.4km까지 이어진다.

Located at the entrance of Haegeumgang on Geoje Island, this pebble beach features pebbles of various colors and shapes harmonizing with clear blue seawater. Hammok Mongdol Beach is a modest-sized beach, 200m long and 30m wide, accommodating about 400 bathers. The beach and its surrounding area are designated as part of Hallyeohaesang National Marine Park, offering scenic natural attractions such as Sinseondae, Wind Valley, and a camellia tree walking trail. Nearby tourist spots include Garasan Bongsudae, Myeongsa Beach, Dadae Mountain Fortress, and Haegeumgang, attracting visitors year-round.

Sinsundae is a large rock located by the sea in Dojangpo Village, Galgot-ri, Nambu-myeon, Geoje-si. It is called Sinsundae because it is said to be a place where immortals played. Sinsundae is a place with beautiful scenery including the surrounding coastal views and is also called Gatbawi (Hat Rock) due to its hat-like shape. There is a folk belief that if a person seeking a government position offers a ritual at this rock, their wish will come true. From the rock, you can see the far-reaching Dadohae scenery. Next to the rock is Hammok Beach, a small beach with pebbles, and on the hill of Dojangpo Village, there is the Sinsundae Observatory where visitors can enjoy an open view of the sea. The observatory is located on the right side of the road to Haegeumgang and is easily accessible by car.

If you go down to the left on the way to Haegeumgang, you will come to Dojangpo Village, and the place located north of that village is the Hill of the Wind. The original name was 'Ddibatneul,' but since 2002 it has been called the Hill of the Wind. Looking at the sea from the hill, it is infinitely wide, quiet, and the cool breeze brings freshness. Everything seen here wears a leisurely charm that is never boring. The island, the lighthouse, the cruise ship, and even the wind all look leisurely. It is the perfect place to throw away or let your burdens be carried away by the sea or the wind. In November 2009, a windmill was installed to provide a sightseeing attraction for tourists. (Source: Geoje Culture and Tourism Homepage)

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.