And Mokpo Peace Square

#wecreate Gatbawi Rock is a natural sandstone and tafoni formation near the mouth of the Yeongsangang River on the coast of Yonghae-dong in Mokpo. Take Bus 15 from Mokpo train station, and then head toward the ocean, then cross the bridge. Gatbawi is named after its shape, which is said to look like two men wearing traditional Korean hats. The rocks are actually made of two individual formations measuring 8 meters and the other is 6 meters. For a pleasant walk along the sea for around a kilometer, you will be headed to Mokpo Peace Square, which is also known as Pyeonghwa Plaza. This stretch of marine road have beautiful sculptures, convenient facilities, cafes and restaurants for families and lovers.

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Getting There - Mokpo is easily accessible by all kinds of public transportation and has both a bus terminal and train station. Attractions - Pyeongwha Square and Gatbawi Rock are famous attractions. There is also a Sky Walk and Cable Car. Hotels - Fontana Beach Hotel. Food & Restaurants - Curry Story is my favorite Indian Restaurant. Shopping - Rose Street

Autumn view of Gatbawi Rock

#fallingforfall Gatbawi Rock is a national monument located in Mokpo City, one of the most famous landmarks of this place. It is known for its resemblance to two people wearing the traditional Korean hat, namely the satgats. With this road built on the shore of the sea, you can take a walk and take pictures here. On the one hand, the trees of the mountain that have started to change color, on the other hand, the sound of the waves of the sea is really pleasing. There is also an area where you can camp in this area, and it is a very nice place for those who have a caravan. #seaview #mokpo #koreatravel #travelinspiration #asiatrip #monument

Gatbawi Rock is made of natural sandstone and tafoni (small cave-like features found in sandstone and other granular rocks, with rounded entrances and smooth concave walls). It stands between 6 to 8 meters (20-26 feet). There are also two folk legends surrounding the formation of the rocks. The first legend is about a poor young man who lived with his sick father and sold salt. He then worked as a farmhand for a wealthy family to make enough money to cure his father's illness. Though he did well at the job, his master didn't pay him. When the young man returned home after one month, he found his father's dead body. The man was upset that he did not care for his father that month, as he was working to have enough money to cure him. Then he thought the least he could do was to try to make his father comfortable in the afterlife. Unfortunately, as the young man was carrying his father's body in a coffin, he slipped and dropped the coffin into the sea. He felt awful about accidentally burying his father underwater. To make amends for his action, the young man stayed in that same spot, wearing a bamboo hat until his death so that he could not see the sky. After his death, the two rocks rose up at Gatbawi. Another legend is that when Buddha and a disciple traveled the Yeongsan River, they stopped to rest at Gatbawi. Then, they continued on their journey, leaving behind their hats. It is said that their hats became the rocks, making them known as the "monk rocks." The legends are fascinating, and I also enjoyed the stroll around the nature reserve. Being on the coast is always relaxing. The nature reserve is not far from the museums and ship replicas in Mokpo. #tourism #coastalcharm #naturalwonders #adventureawaits #adventure #falltrip

Gatbawi Rock in Mokpo

Gatbawi Rock is a unique and natural rock formation that looks like wearing a korean traditional hat "gat" “갓” #mytripvlog #Mokpogatbawirock #mytripvlog #travelphotography #travelinspiration #asia