Yeosu City Highlights

OVERVIEW

Visit a remarkable variety of attractions that showcase the considerable charms of Yeosu, one of the southernmost cities in Korea. For natural beauty, few places rival Odongdo, an island just offshore that is blanketed with evergreens, camellia trees and wildflowers. As you walk along its coastal trail, the views will be spectacular. The focus will turn to history at Jinnamgwan Hall, a wooden ceremonial structure that dates to 1716. Its most notable feature is the 68 stout columns that support a massive roof decorated with intricate carvings. The site was once the naval base for the famed 16th-century admiral Yi Sun Shin. You will learn more about his legacy at his namesake plaza, where an oversized statue of the admiral stands atop one of the turtle ships that he commanded. From the observation deck of the Sky Tower, built from abandoned silos for the 2012 Expo, you will enjoy panoramic views of Yeosu.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Enjoy a leisurely walk through forested Odongdo, an island not far off shore.
• Browse a wooden structure used for government ceremonies since the early 18th century.
• Discover why 16th-century Admiral Yi is so revered while visiting his namesake square.
• Enjoy a sweeping view of Yeosu and your cruise ship from atop the city’s Sky Tower.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.