Highlights
The Yeongsangang Bicycle Path follows the Yeongsan River from Damyang Dam to Mokpo’s estuary. This 133-kilometer route offers an accessible ride through the heart of South Jeolla Province.
Along the route, discover the bamboo forests of Damyang, expansive views of golden fields, and tour the region’s many famed culinary dishes.
Let’s take a closer look at the highlights along the Yeongsangang Bicycle Path.
Seomjin River Dam, located in Imsil County, is South Korea’s first multipurpose dam. Completed in 1965 after years of planning and interrupted construction, the dam represented a step forward in addressing Korea’s flood control, irrigation, and energy needs.
The concrete gravity dam, standing 64 meters tall and stretching 344 meters across, has become a resource for the region and a feat of engineering. It’s also a cultural hub and a popular starting point for cyclists embarking on the Seomjingang Bike Path.
Metasequoia Road is a walking area in Damyang County, South Jeolla Province. Originally planted in the 1970s during a national roadside beautification project, the dirt walking road now stretches for over 8 kilometers, its towering Metasequoia trees forming a natural canopy that changes with the seasons.
The road’s aesthetic appeal extends beyond its beauty. The hit K-Drama, Winter Sonata (2002), gave the road cultural significance. Today, people recognize it as both a scenic spot and a symbol of Damyang’s commitment to preserving and enhancing its natural heritage.
Juknokwon Bamboo Forest lies on the north side of the Yeongsan River in downtown Damyang County. This bamboo garden is renowned for its immersive escape into nature and history.
Spanning over 31 hectares, its setting holds rustling of bamboo leaves and the cool shade, creating an experience known as jukrim-yok (죽림욕), or bamboo forest bathing. Established in 2003, Juknokwon quickly became a prime attraction in South Korea, welcoming over a countless number of visitors annually.
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