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Yeonggeumjeong Pavilion
Best time to visit
It is best to come at sunset: the sun sets right over the sea, painting the pavilion and rocks in orange-pink tones. On a weekday early in the morning, there are almost no people here.
Budget tips
Free entry at any time. The nearest parking is paid (about 2000 won per hour), but you can park a bit further by the port and walk for 5 minutes.
Recommended for
Landscape photographers, Romantics and couples, Solo travelers, Lovers of short walks with views
Plan your visit
30-45 minutes
About
Quick facts: Yeonggeumjeong Pavilion sits on a rocky cliff right above the Sea of Japan, with waves crashing against the rocks 20 meters below. From a small observation deck, you get a view of three scenic Sokcho beaches and a harbor with fishing boats.
Highlights: In windy weather, you can hear a natural musical accompaniment: the wind whistling between the pavilion's columns mixes with the roar of the surf below. The branches of coastal pines growing right out of the rocks bend and stretch almost horizontally, a sight that resembles a scene from an old Korean film.
Insider tips
- Take a windbreaker even in summer: a strong wind blows from the sea, and wave spray reaches the pavilion.
- Best spot for photos, left side of the pavilion: from there you can see both the lighthouse and the coastline.
- Bring a thermos with coffee, the benches by the railing are perfect for sitting and listening to the sea.
- Do not rush to leave: in 10-15 minutes the waves change, and a completely different angle on the rocks opens up.
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