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Suseongdang Shrine

Suseongdang Shrine

수성당 · Jeonbuk · Palaces & heritage

Located at the end of Jeokbyeokgang Cliff, Suseongdang Shrine is the only shrine in Korea that is dedicated to the sea god “Gaeyang Halmeoni” (Granny Gaeyang), the deity who rules over the West Sea, and her eight daughters. This is a place that holds rituals for the welfare and safety of fishers. Visitors can also see cairns dedicated to the fishermens’ safety. For tourists, however, this shrine is notable for its canola flowers. In early spring, the road connecting Suseongdang Shrine with Jeokbyeokgang Cliff blooms in yellow canola flowers, creating a beloved view and a premier photo area of the region. It is a recommended spot to see the flowers when visiting Buan in springtime. ·

TypePalaces & heritage
RegionJeonbuk
Address54 Jeokbyeokgang-gil, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
ClosedN/A (Open throughout the year)
ParkingAvailable (Free)

Getting there

From Korea Tourism Organization open data. Hours and admission change with the season and on public holidays — confirm with the venue before a long trip.

Within walking distance

Suseongdang Canola Field (수성당유채꽃)
right next door

Suseongdang Canola Field

Chaeseokgang Cliff (Jeonbuk National Geopark) (채석강 (전북 서해안권 국가지질공원))
1200 m walk

Chaeseokgang Cliff (Jeonbuk National Geopark)

Gyeokpo Port (격포항)
1.5 km away

Gyeokpo Port

Haseom Observatory (하섬전망대)
3.9 km away

Haseom Observatory

Byeonsan Beach (변산해수욕장)
8.2 km away

Byeonsan Beach

Byeonsan Natural Recreation Forest (변산자연휴양림)
8.3 km away

Byeonsan Natural Recreation Forest

Jiksopokpo Falls - Jeonbuk National Geopark (직소폭포 (전북 서해안권 국가지질공원))
10.9 km away

Jiksopokpo Falls - Jeonbuk National Geopark

Saemangeum Promotion Hall (새만금홍보관)
11.3 km away

Saemangeum Promotion Hall