Namaehang Port

There are a number of ports and beaches in Yangyang. Among them, Namaehang Port is, by far, the most beautiful. Simgokhang Port in Gangneung, Chogokhang Port in Samcheok, and Namaehang Port are known as the three beautiful ports of Gangwon-do. Some even call Namaehang Port the Venice of Korea because it is as beautiful as the Italian port city. As such, this port is surrounded by a beautiful landscape. Together with Jeongdongjin of Gangneung and Chuam of Donghae, Namaehang Port is a celebrated sunrise spot on the East Coast. Although located on the East Coast, the port opens towards the south. So, in addition to the sunrise, this is one of few ports at which you can also enjoy the view of the sunset. You can also visit the auction house where auctions are held early in the morning each day. The area around Namaehang Port is famous as the filming location of Whale Hunting, a Korean movie produced in 1984. This movie is about the adventures of three young people on their way home. Starring Ahn Sung-ki, Lee Mi-suk, and Kim Su-chul, Whale Hunting achieved the biggest box-office success of that year. A monument standing with three small whale statues at a corner of Namaehang Port lets you know that this is the filming site of Whale Hunting. Try looking for this monument when visiting Namaehang Port.

At first impression, Namaehang Port satisfies visitors. As one of the three sunrise spots on the East Coast, the indigo blue water of this beautiful port shines all the more splendidly on a clear day. Namaehang Port is famous as a fishery experience village that offers sea fishing, shell gathering, and octopus trap catching programs. Namae 3-ri Beach and Gaenmaeul Beach are located to the north. With great waves for surfing, these beaches are referred to as Namae base for surfing. The water is shallow thanks to a barricade built to prevent sand loss. As the piers of the barricade control waves, it is an ideal surfing spot for intermediate to advance-level surfers. Namae 3-ri Beach, in particular, measures 1.3km in length with a 100m-wide sandy beach. So, this beach is great for taking a walk with your family and loved ones. In Namaehang Port, there is a skywalk from which you can enjoy views of the port. It is thrilling to walk on the transparent glass floor through which you can see the wavy sea underneath. Up on the skywalk, a view of the sea unfolds before you with a panoramic view of the mountains at the back. It is strongly recommended to check out this amazing view from the skywalk. Namaehang Lighthouse, which brightens up the sea for fishing boats, creates an exotic atmosphere. As Yangyang is famous for songi, the pine mushroom, the lighthouse was designed in the shape of songi.