Gangguan Port (강구안),[1] is a fishing harbour in Tongyeong, South Korea. The mountainous and maritime surroundings of the South Gyeongsang Province attract thousands of tourists.[1]

History

Turtle Ships led by Admiral Yi Sun-sin during mid-Joseon times, played an important role in naval battles against Japanese forces during the Imjin War.[2] Battles included the 1597 Battle of Myeongnyang and the 1592 Battle of Hansando near Tongyeong. Following Yi Sun-sin's leadership, Tongyeong became a strategic naval hub, hosting the Tongyeong Samdo Sugun military district from 1604. This district served as a central naval station defending Gyeongsang, Jeolla, and Chungcheong provinces for Joseon.[3]

Chungryelsa Shrine commemorates Yi's historic deeds.[4]

Tourism

Gangguan tourism focuses on maritime culture, gastronomy, and art. Many restaurants offer Chungmu-style gimbap, Tongyeong honey bread stores and restaurants serving seafood, some at the Joongang Conventional Fish Market.[1] The surrounding mountains and the maritime climate, as well as Hallyeohaesang National Park are important attractions.[4]

Tongyeong was designated as South Korea's first Night Tourism Specialized City in 2022.[5] Plans for night tourism in the region include the expansion of nighttime outdoor events, such as "Tonight Tongyeong!" at Gangguan Port.

Replica of a Turtle Ship in Hallyeo National Marine Park in Tongyeong, South Korea

At night, Gangguan Port and Tongyeong are illuminated. The Dongbaek, an illuminated seagull statue, plays a significant role in promoting

Sight-seeing attractions include a restored turtle ship ("Geobukseon").[2]

References

  1. 1 2 3 "Tongyeong - romantic port city with history". koreatimes. 2016-03-31. Retrieved 2023-10-13.
  2. 1 2 Tours, This is Korea (2017-03-23). "Geobukseon (Turtle Ship)". This Is Korea Tours. Retrieved 2023-10-13.
  3. ↑ Service (KOCIS), Korean Culture and Information. "Cross-country exploration, part 1: Tongyeong, a city of military, music and the arts : Korea.net : The official website of the Republic of Korea". www.korea.net. Retrieved 2023-10-14.
  4. 1 2 KTO, Korea Tourism Organization. "VISITKOREA - Imagine Your Korea". VISITKOREA - Imagine Your Korea. Retrieved 2023-10-13.
  5. ↑ 정, 기환 (2023-06-12). "통영시, 강구안 초대형 갈매기 '동백이' 조형물.. 신 야간관광 명소 등극 (in Korean)". 디스커버리뉴스. Retrieved 2023-10-12.

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