Okpo Great Victory Commemorative Park (옥포대첩기념공원)
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Okpo Great Victory Commemorative Park (옥포대첩기념공원)

87, Pallangpo 2-gil, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Journey back to pivotal Korean history at Okpo Great Victory Commemorative Park, honoring Admiral Yi Sun-sin’s heroic naval victory. Visitors can ascend the memorial tower and Okporu Pavilion for breathtaking, unobstructed views of Okpo Bay. This site is perfect for history enthusiasts and families interested in Korean maritime culture. Beyond the stunning vista, you can pay respects at the dedicated shrine, deepening your connection to the past. As there is no specific seasonality, a beautiful day-trip visit is recommended year-round.

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Okpo Great Victory Commemorative Park was built in 1996 to commemorate Admiral Yi Sun-sin's first victory of the Okpo Battle during the Imjin War (1592-1598). Visitors can go up the memorial tower and Okporu Pavilion to get an unobstructed view of the Okpo Bay ahead. In addition to the tower and pavilion, the park also has a shrine dedicated to Admiral Yi.
Information
Phone
+82-55-639-8129
Website
www.gmdc.co.kr
Hours
09:00-18:00
Closed
Mondays, public holidays, the day of Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) and Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day)
Parking
Available
Fee
Information not available

Visitors also explore Deokpo Beach (덕포해수욕장), Lotte Himart - Okpo Branch [Tax Refund Shop](롯데하이마트 옥포점) and Lotte Mart - Geoje Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 거제점) near this location.

Location

34.90223, 128.71408

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