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Naksansa Temple is a famous tourist attraction and a site of great historical value representing Yangyang-gun, Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province. It is an ancient temple founded by monk Uisang in the 11th year of King Munmu of Silla (671) and is counted among Korea's three major pilgrimage sites for Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva along with Ganghwa Bomunsa Temple and Namhae Boriam Hermitage. The temple, with its breathtaking natural scenery overlooking the East Sea, is one of the eight scenic spots of Gwandong (eight scenic spots in Gangwon Province’s Yeongdong area). Its beauty has been celebrated in numerous classical texts and poems since ancient times. Naksansa has undergone several reconstructions and restorations and holds several cultural assets. These include the 16-meter-high Haesugwaneum statue, Uisangdae Pavilion built on a coastal cliff which is a famous East Sea sunrise spot, Hongryeonam Hermitage overlooking the sea, Naksansa Seven-story Stone Pagoda in Yangyang (a treasure) built in the Joseon Dynasty but following Goryeo era style, and the Haesugwaneum Floating Sarira Pagoda and stele with sarira relics and relic ornaments discovered at Naksansa (a treasure) including the Buddha’s true sarira relics. In 2005, a large forest fire destroyed over 20 temple buildings including the bronze bell which was designated a treasure. Temple stay applications can be made through the Naksansa website. ◎ Travel info to experience the charm of Korean Wave - It is recommended to walk on the 'Path where dreams come true,' where Reno walked, placing a small stone on many stone pagodas and making a wish.

이국적인 청정해변으로 이름난 서퍼비치에서는 서핑을 체험할 수 있다. 1km 길이의 서핑 전용 프라이빗 비치가 아름답다. 서핑 이외에 해먹존, 힐링존, 빈백존 등 색다른 휴식공간도 제공하고 있다. 또한 보헤미안풍의 펍과 라운지 등이 마련돼 마치 서구의 해변에 온 듯한 느낌을 주는 매력적인 곳이다.

Hajodae is one of the ten scenic spots of Yangyang. The rocky coastline covering 135,000㎡ consists of striking rock formations and rock islands rising from the deep blue East Sea, harmonizing beautifully with the surrounding pine forest. A pavilion stands along the deck path. Built in 1955 and designated as Scenic Site No. 68 in 2009, Hajodae was reconstructed after being destroyed during the Korean War. Inside the pavilion hangs a plaque with the name Hajodae. It is said that Hajodae is named after Ha Ryun and Jo Jun, early Joseon founding loyalists who secluded themselves here during the late Goryeo period while planning a revolution. The pavilion offers famously beautiful vistas. A notably tall old pine tree on the rocky cliff once appeared in patriotic broadcasts and earned the nickname “Patriotic Pine.” Descending from the pavilion and following the deck path leads to the white Hajodae Lighthouse, also called Gisamun Lighthouse, first built in May 1962. This unmanned lighthouse is visible up to around 20km. The Hajodae Circuit Trail, connected to an observatory, allows visitors of all ages to enjoy the grandeur of the cliffs and rock views easily.