The Birthplace of Cho Eui Seon Sa, the sacred place of tea
ceremony
Cho Eui Seon Sa was a high monk who had inspired a rebirth of the depressed Buddhism of the late Joseon era, he was also a master of tea making, and was recently recognized as the tea master who breathed new life into the art of tea making in Korea.
Muan-gun Oseungu Museum of Art
Muan-gun Oseungu Museum of Art, which is located in Wangsan-ri, Samhyang-eup, Muan-gun, displays the 179 artworks of Seungu O, who is an important figure in western painting in Korea and a member of the National Academy of Arts of the Republic of Korea. All of the displays in the museum were donated by Seungu O.
Beaches and Fishing
Topmeori beach, located in Piseo-ri, Mangwoon-myeon, has such a shallow slope that there is a drastic difference of beach width between the high and low tides. During low tide, it boasts a beach extending 2km in length and 100m in width augmented with beautiful sea pines that have been designated as a natural forest preserve. Sushi restaurants line the long beach , providing fresh fish to compliment the rich seaside experience.
Adjacent to the Muan International Airport , the beach is a popular getaway for families. It has beautiful scenery, but is never overcrowded. In the nearby waters there are many fish, including mullets and snappers, attracting sportsmen looking for plentiful fishing as well as recreation.
Muan Ecological Tidal Flat Center
Muan foreshore, which is often called "black silk,' is designated as Ramsar Wetland no. 1732 and Jeollanamdo Provincial Park. The center provides education programs and exhibitions on the value of the foreshore. The center has a vast ecological park, which helps provide unique foreshore experience for visitors. Also the center has successfully maintained the foreshore, which contribute to the local economy.
Songye Fishing Experience Village
The foreshore of Songye Village is rich in octopuses, mullets and gim(seaweed), attracting visitors from all over the country year around. Visitors can go to the foreshore barefoot, collect seashells and taste fresh seafood on the ground.
