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In Donghae, the coast of Chotdaebawi Rock, deep Mureung Valley, Mukho's lived-in alleys and a natural cave in the city offer changing moods within short distances. Explore geology, mountain-and-water scenery and port culture beyond a single sea view.

• The striking silhouette of Chuam Chotdaebawi Rock at sunrise over the East Sea
• Deep mountain scenery shaped by Mureung Valley and its waterfalls
• Harbor life at Mukho Port and Nongoldam-gil, plus an urban cave

Highlights

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Chuam Beach and Chotdaebawi Rock

Unusual rocks rising above the sea form striking silhouettes against the horizon, creating a quintessential East Coast scene.

Photo: ⓒ한국관광콘텐츠랩

Mureung Valley

Rocks, valleys, waterfalls and forest reveal a deep mountain landscape within this coastal city.

Photo: ⓒ한국관광콘텐츠랩

Mukho Port and Nongoldam-gil

Lanes overlooking the harbor and colorful murals tell the stories of local residents and Mukho's past.

Photo: ⓒ한국관광콘텐츠랩

Dojjaebigol Haerang Observatory

Dojjaebigol Haerang Observatory is a natural attraction in Donghae-si. Explore Dojjaebigol Haerang Observatory, Donghae observatory and East Sea to discover the scenery and atmosphere of the area.

Local flavors

Photo: 한국관광공사

Gomchi fish soup

A Donghae local soup of gomchi fish and aged kimchi, with a refreshing, spicy broth.

Before you travel

Festivals and seasons

Plan your trip

Photo and information sources

• Chuam Beach and Chotdaebawi Rock · ⓒ한국관광콘텐츠랩
• Mureung Valley · ⓒ한국관광콘텐츠랩
• Mukho Port and Nongoldam-gil · ⓒ한국관광콘텐츠랩
• Dojjaebigol Haerang Observatory · ⓒ한국관광콘텐츠랩
• Gomchi fish soup · 한국관광공사

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