North Gyeongsang · 포항 호미곶 구룡포
Pohang Homigot & Guryongpo: what to see and do
A windy eastern cape known for sunrises, next to a fishing port with preserved Japanese-era streets.
Known for
- Homigot Sunrise Square and the Hands of Harmony sculpture
- Homigot Lighthouse
- Guryongpo Modern Culture Street and its seafood
What to do
See the giant hand sculptures at Homigot, then go to Guryongpo to walk the old streets and eat fresh fish or snow crab.
Tip: The two spots are about 10 km apart, so take a local bus or taxi between them.
From Seoul: KTX 2 h 30 to Pohang Station, then bus about 1 h
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