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Hyangiram Hermitage
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·1 Hyangiram-ro, Dolsan-eup, Yeosu, Jeollanam-do, South KoreaCategory
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1 Hyangiram-ro, Dolsan-eup, Yeosu, Jeollanam-do, South Korea
One of Korea's four great cliff-side temples, perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the South Sea. Famous as one of the best sunrise spots in Korea — the sun rises directly over the ocean. A 20-minute climb through narrow rock passages and camelia forests to reach the temple.
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Tips
- For sunrise, arrive by 5am (summer) or 6:30am (winter). Bring a flashlight for the dark climb.
- Entry fee 2,000 KRW. The climb is steep with stairs — wear proper shoes.
- About 30 min drive from Yeosu city center. Best combined with Dolsan Bridge on the way back.
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