Samcheok itself, on the northeast coast, hasn't much to recommend it, but the beaches to its south are little gems set between steep cliffs and rocks.
June 1, 2006 (Press Release) --
Samcheok Beaches
Samcheok itself, on the northeast coast, hasn't much to recommend it, but the beaches to its south are little gems set between steep cliffs and rocks. Geundeok Beach is off the main road and consequently a bit more isolated than the other beaches - the scenery here is terrific. Yonghwa Beach has a freshwater stream, lots of minbak (rooms in private houses) to stay in, and plenty of seafood to eat. Imwon Beach is only 200m (218 yards) long, but is dramatically set in a cliff-lined cove, with sea caves to investigate. Other, more developed, beach resorts also line this part of the coast. The easiest way to get to all of these beaches is to drive yourself, but irregular local buses also cruise the coast road.
Ulleungdo Island
About 135km (84mi) east of the Korean peninsula, this spectacularly beautiful island is all that remains of an extinct volcano towering over the East Sea (Sea of Japan). Rugged forested mountains and dramatic cliffs rise steeply from the sea, so don't expect sandy beaches. Snorkelling or scuba diving off the rocks is stunning, but definitely not for beginners.
Most people on Ulleungdo live in small villages along the coast, making their living from the sea. There are hardly any roads, and most people get around on foot or by boat. Another way to see the whole island is to take a tourist boat trip around it, but the boats are often crowded. Apart from the scenery, attractions include a mineral spring, a small temple, waterfalls and the fishing villages themselves. If you want to stay overnight, you can choose between a private house or guesthouse, or you can camp.
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Samcheok itself, on the northeast coast, hasn't much to recommend it, but the beaches to its south are little gems set between steep cliffs and rocks. Geundeok Beach is off the main road and consequently a bit more isolated than the other beaches - the scenery here is terrific. Yonghwa Beach has a freshwater stream, lots of minbak (rooms in private houses) to stay in, and plenty of seafood to eat. Imwon Beach is only 200m (218 yards) long, but is dramatically set in a cliff-lined cove, with sea caves to investigate. Other, more developed, beach resorts also line this part of the coast. The easiest way to get to all of these beaches is to drive yourself, but irregular local buses also cruise the coast road.
Ulleungdo Island
About 135km (84mi) east of the Korean peninsula, this spectacularly beautiful island is all that remains of an extinct volcano towering over the East Sea (Sea of Japan). Rugged forested mountains and dramatic cliffs rise steeply from the sea, so don't expect sandy beaches. Snorkelling or scuba diving off the rocks is stunning, but definitely not for beginners.
Most people on Ulleungdo live in small villages along the coast, making their living from the sea. There are hardly any roads, and most people get around on foot or by boat. Another way to see the whole island is to take a tourist boat trip around it, but the boats are often crowded. Apart from the scenery, attractions include a mineral spring, a small temple, waterfalls and the fishing villages themselves. If you want to stay overnight, you can choose between a private house or guesthouse, or you can camp.
Source: http://www.yahoo.com
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