Gyeongju Yangnam Columnar Joint Observatory
경주 양남 주상절리 전망대
Culture · 498-13 , Donghaean-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Nearby stations and stops
- Bus stop 읍천항 · straight-line 197m
- Bus stop 읍천,읍천항 · straight-line 236m
Straight-line distance; the actual walk is longer · Data as of 2025-10-31
Source: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport nationwide bus stop locations
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- Data status
- Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI · Source updated: 2023-04-04 · Collected: Not provided
This observatory was built in October 2017 and allows visitors to enjoy the view of columnar joints of Yangnam, a national geopark. The columnar joints are formed along the shoreline of Eupcheon-ri in Yangnam-myeon. Several different forms of columnar joints can be observed from columnar joints that point upward to those that fan out or lean to the side. In particular, the fan-shaped columnar joint is a rare sight not only in Korea but also worldwide, and thus has been designated as a Natural Monument in 2012. Visitors can also see informational exhibits on diverse geographical resources at the observatory as well as ask for a detailed guide by the geology commentator on-site.
In the area
Towers / Observatories 1 of 50 attractions in Gyeongju-si
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Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI