Course Overview
This 28 km drive starts from Beopseongpo, the original production site of Yeonggwang gulbi (salted dried yellow corvina), and continues to Bulgapsa Temple, famous for autumn red spider lilies (sangsahwa). Beopseongpo has been drying gulbi since the Joseon Dynasty, with traditional drying racks still lining the port.
Bulgapsa Temple, founded in the Baekje period, is surrounded by 3 km of brilliant red spider lilies from mid-September to early October.
Section Highlights
Section 1: Beopseongpo (approx. 5 km)
Tour the gulbi drying rack streets and enjoy a gulbi set meal. The Beopseongpo historical cultural street is also worth exploring.
Section 2: Beopseongpo to Bulgapsa (approx. 23 km)
Cross through Yeonggwang's interior toward Bulgapsa through expansive plains and rice paddies.
Section 3: Bulgapsa (destination)
During spider lily season, a red carpet of blooms welcomes visitors from the entrance road.
Driving Tips
- Yeonggwang gulbi available year-round; buy directly at Beopseongpo
- Bulgapsa spider lilies: mid-September to early October (about 2 weeks)
- Bulgapsa admission: 3,000 KRW for adults
- Yeonggwang mosi (ramie leaf) songpyeon rice cakes are a local delicacy