Cheonghak Water Storage Reservoir Observatory is a viewing platform built on the Cheonghak Water Storage Reservoir space. The site’s elevated terrain allows visitors to reach the observatory with only a short climb, making it easily accessible to everyone. At the observatory stands the symbolic Jeolyeongma of Yeongdo, and the night view with the lights of Busan Harbor Bridge is popular as a photo spot for citizens. Various exercise equipment is installed, making it suitable for walking and jogging. Nearby are tourist attractions such as Jonaegi Sweet Potato History Park, the Nampalangil course walking trail, and Bongraesan Mountain, which can be visited together.
Haedosi Village, located at the foot of Bongraesan Mountain (396.2m), the highest peak in Yeongdo, is the place where you can see the sunrise first in the early morning. At the highest point of the village is the Haedosi Observatory Cheonghakmaru. Haedosi Village, on the way up to the observatory, is also famous as a mural village, and after exploring the murals, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Yeongdo from the observatory. As the best viewpoint in Yeongdo, visiting the Haedosi Observatory offers a wonderful experience to admire the beautiful views of Namhang Bridge and Busan Port. The observatory is also known for its night views, where you can see the splendid night lighting of Namhang Bridge and the nightscape of Busan Port, creating unforgettable memories. The Haedosi Observatory is a three-story building with the second floor housing the Cheonghakmaru Cafe and the third floor serving as the Haedosi Observatory Cheonghakmaru.
Busan Nanhang is located right next to Busan Port and includes the harbor reaching from Yeongdo Bridge to Nanhang Bridge. It encompasses the iconic Jagalchi Market, Busan Cooperative Fish Market, and beyond them, Namhang-dong in Yeongdo. Namhang-dong has many large and small shipyards primarily for ship repairs. During the Korean War evacuation period, many people settled here, enduring and living for a long time in a small village imbued with the scent of human life. On the opposite side, in Nambumin-dong, is the largest seafood wholesale market in Korea, the Busan Cooperative Fish Market, filled with cold storage and processing plants. Next to it, Jagalchi Market borders the harbor where fresh seafood can be bought cheaply and tasted, making it a bustling spot for locals and tourists alike. At the entrance of Busan Nanhang stands Nanhang Bridge, connecting Annam-dong in Seo-gu, Busan to Yeongseon-dong in Yeongdo-gu. Both ends of the bridge have elevators and stairs, allowing visitors to go up and enjoy a magnificent view of Busan's open sea. It has become well-known as one of Busan's best scenic spots, attracting many visitors. Beneath Nanhang Bridge, a waterfront park has been developed where local residents relax on mats, and many anglers visit to enjoy fishing.
This place was the starting point and driving force of the revival of the Korean shipbuilding industry, where the essential process of removing corroded paint from ships by hammering it off, called 'kkangkangi,' took place, hence sometimes called Kkangkkangi-gil. The Kkangkkangi Art Village on Surijoseonso-gil is a sock-shaped village located across from Jagalchi Market, where Yeongdo Bridge and Namhang Bridge meet, traditionally known as a shipyard village. In the late 19th century, the 'Tanaka Shipyard,' which built the first ship equipped with a motor in Korea, was established here, making it the birthplace of modern shipbuilding in South Korea. During the 1970s and 80s, it became a mecca of ship repair industry amid the boom of deep-sea fishing. Although not as prosperous as before due to the decline of ship repair, about 10 ship repair yards and over 200 industrial and ship parts companies remain in the village. Additionally, the village houses the site of the former Tanaka Shipyard, a ship experience center, a village museum, and a village workshop.
Located in Yeongdo-gu, Busan광역시, the Samjin Eomuk Experience & History Science Museum offers visitors a chance to explore the history of Busan eomuk while providing various attractions and engaging programs. The first and second floors serve as experience spaces, while the third floor houses the history science museum where historical and scientific information related to eomuk can be found. As a leading experience center and history science museum for eomuk culture, it operates interactive programs guided by professional instructors, including Mongtteok Okonomi, DIY Eomuktang, and pizza eomuk, allowing visitors to make handmade eomuk dishes. Visitors can also taste the eomuk dishes they prepare on-site.
AREA6, creating local culture in Yeongdo, Busan, is a space where various artisans gather. The term 'artisan' comes from French, meaning a skilled craftsman. This building has three floors: the first floor includes nine spaces consisting of F&B brands, a curated shop, and an information center; the second floor houses a shared office and lounge; the third floor features a rooftop and seminar room. The exterior and interior attract attention with a stylish reuse of an old building, and exploring the unique spaces is enjoyable. It is also popular among tourists as a place to buy souvenirs that are hard to find elsewhere. If you are curious about AREA6, where various stories are conveyed through brands and events, a visit is recommended.
