Introduction:
Built on the peak of Mt. Bongnaesan (799.8 meters) in Yeongwol, Byeolmaro is Korea’s largest astronomical observatory. The term ‘Byeolmaro’ combines the words ‘byeol’ (star), ‘ma’ (peak) and ‘ro’ (peaceful). Together, they collectivel

 
Information:
Information Introduction Built on the peak of Mt
Bongnaesan (799
8 meters) in Yeongwol, Byeolmaro is Korea’s largest astronomical observatory
The term ‘Byeolmaro’ combines the words ‘byeol’ (star), ‘ma’ (peak) and ‘ro’ (peaceful)
Together, they collectively represent the wish to view stars in a clean and peaceful environment
The observatory has a total of 11 telescopes, including the nation’s largest telescope with a diameter of 80 centimeters and 10 supplementary telescopes
Inside the building, there is an astronomy gallery, audio & visual material room, and both main and auxiliary observation rooms
Located in a mountainous region in the inland of Gangwon-do, Yeongwol has a clean natural environment free from pollution
As such, it has an annual average of 192 days of clear skies (50%) for star viewing
* The nation’s largest star observatory * Located 800 meters above sea level for optimum viewing * Combine your visit with rafting, caves, or paragliding * Has the biggest astronomical telescope of 80 centimeters in diameter * Enjoy the forest, self-control training center, and outdoor stage in the woods

Opening: date Oct 13, 2001 Closed Every Monday Hiking Course Jangneung-Cheongnyeongpo-Gossigul Cave-Byeolmaro Observatory Duration 1 hour Activity Information Celestial observations

Operating:
Hours The observatory is open from 3pm to 11pm in the summer season (May~August), and from 2pm to 10pm in the winter season (September~April)
Parking Facilities 60 parking spaces Admission Fees * Adult (age over 19) 5,000 won / Group (20 people or more) 4,000 won * Student (age 6-18) 4,000 won / Group (20 people or more) 3,000 won * Free - Disabled visitors and one assistant, children aged 6 and younger *

Reservation:
required prior to visiting for groups
* No group reservations accepted on Friday-Sunday, holidays or during peak season (July-August) Available Facilities Astrology projection room, audio-visual room, observation deck and lounge, secondary observatory room, hosting chamber Korean Info Service QR Service Code

 
Yeongwol Byeolmaro Observatory Reviews:
KTL:    NOt too crowded;Can try Archery exprience
jianK:    Hidden gem;Wonderful
SounL:    We will visti again ~;Sooooo Fuuunnnyyyy
KTL:    Near a miniature version of the Gr...
SounLT:    Map Museum
tianO:    Great place and happy dogs
SounL:    Hwaseong Festival in October is am...
dH:    Great place to see a soccer game
SounLT:    Beautiful temple;Worth a Visit!
GDeLK:    A place worth visiting;attend the english tour