Jeollado Healing Autumn Travel Destination Where the Spirit of Autumn and History Breathe: Myeongnyang Marine Cable Car

Published 20 Oct.2021 16:53(KST)

Myeongnyang Marine Cable Car connecting Haenam and Jindo ⓒ Asia Economy

[Haenam＝Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Hyun] The Myeongnyang Marine Cable Car, connecting Jindo and Haenam, is gaining attention as a healing autumn travel destination in Jeollado where visitors can fully enjoy the autumn atmosphere.

The Myeongnyang Marine Cable Car crosses over ‘Uldolmok,’ known as the site of Admiral Yi Sun-sin’s victory in the Battle of Myeongnyang during the Japanese invasions of Korea (1592?1598), where he defeated over 300 Japanese warships with only 13 vessels. The cable car opened and began operation on the 3rd of last month.

As the first cable car in Korea to open at a historic site, it has attracted many tourists, and as autumn deepens, more visitors continue to come.

Because of its historical significance, many family tourists with children in elementary school or younger visit, and it is also very popular as an experiential learning and autumn picnic destination for nearby kindergartens, elementary, and middle school students. More than 50 educational institutions in the surrounding area have already visited or plan to visit.

Moreover, visitors can comfortably enjoy the fantastic scenery from the cable car, including the whirlpool currents of Uldolmok, the clear autumn sky, the elegant Jindo Bridge, and the jewel-like archipelago. Recently, word has spread about the dazzlingly beautiful sunset and night views, making it a popular spot for visitors of all ages as a sunset and night view destination.

The Myeongnyang Marine Cable Car connects Haenam County and Jindo County and is emerging as a central spot for travel in the southern region. It is the first cable car in Korea to connect two regions.

Because of this, the many nearby tourist attractions where visitors can feel the autumn atmosphere also contribute to the popularity of the Myeongnyang Marine Cable Car.

In Jindo, visitors can enjoy autumn foliage turning red and yellow at Unlim Sanbang, which offers picturesque scenery, and at Cheomchal Mountain, surrounded by evergreen forests designated as Natural Monument No. 107. In Haenam, visitors can enjoy unique autumn landscapes at Forest Arboretum, filled with hydrangeas, pampas grass, and pink muhly.

A representative of the Myeongnyang Marine Cable Car said, “If you don’t want to miss the deepening autumn atmosphere, we recommend the Myeongnyang Marine Cable Car where you can enjoy both the historic excitement and the fantastic autumn scenery,” adding, “You will be able to create unforgettable autumn memories and heal your body and mind tired from COVID-19.”

To use the Myeongnyang Marine Cable Car, tickets can be purchased on-site on the day of use, but with the autumn travel season underway, a promotion is running until the 31st where online advance reservations receive an additional 500 won discount on top of the existing 1,000 won online discount. Therefore, if you plan to visit the Myeongnyang Marine Cable Car as an autumn travel destination, it is recommended to make an online reservation in advance through the official website.