Fossil Dinosaur and Bird Footprints of Goseong (고성 덕명리 공룡과 새발자국 화석 산지)
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Fossil Dinosaur and Bird Footprints of Goseong (고성 덕명리 공룡과 새발자국 화석 산지)

65, Deongmyeong 5-gil, Goseong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Step back in time at Goseong's vast fossil site. Here, you will walk among millions of ancient tracks, exploring a world defined by Cretaceous dinosaur and Mesozoic bird footprints. This incredible site offers a tangible connection to the planet's prehistoric life. Natural history enthusiasts and science lovers will find this mandatory visit. While academic expeditions occur year-round, general tourists should plan a day trip any season to wander through this monumental record of evolution. Discover the footprints of a lost world right here in Korea.

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The ancient fossil site at Deokmyeong-ri, Goseong-gun, is one of the largest Cretaceous dinosaur fossils sites in the world. It is the home of a vast amount of footprints from a variety of ancient species, as well as the largest Mesozoic bird footprint found to date. The formations from many different prehistoric eras make it a precious site for academic research on the life patterns of dinosaurs, the ancient natural environment and formations, the distribution of sea and land, and the evolution of bird species. It is also a great tourist attraction that offers magnificent scenery, including a coastline dotted with beautiful Hallyeosudo islets, unique rock formations and cliffs, and sea caves.
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Phone
+82-55-670-2231
Website
visit.goseong.go.kr
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Visitors also explore Sangjogam County Park (상족암군립공원), Goseong Dinosaur Museum (고성공룡박물관) and Maesa Old house (고성 최필간고택) near this location.

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34.90899, 128.15476

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