Introduction:

Gadeokdo Lighthouse is a manned lighthouse patterned after gothic style lighthouses in France. Built in December, 1909 at the end of the Daehan Empire (official title of Korea from Oct. 12, 1897 to Aug. 29, 1910), it is an intricate building that hous

 
Information:
Information Introduction Gadeokdo Lighthouse is a manned lighthouse patterned after gothic style lighthouses in France
Built in December, 1909 at the end of the Daehan Empire (official title of Korea from Oct
12, 1897 to Aug
29, 1910), it is an intricate building that houses a light tower (9
2m high), an office, and a lighthouse keeper’s room
Plum blossoms, the symbol of the imperial family of Joseon, are delicately carved along this European-style building
It is considered a remarkable cultural property not only because of its architectural design, unique shape or historic value, but also because it has been surprisingly well-maintained, especially in comparison to other lighthouses built during the same period
In recognition of its unmatchable style and preservation, the old Gadeokdo lighthouse was designated Tangible Cultural Property No
50 of Busan in Sep
2003
It is owned and managed by the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries
A new lighthouse was built next to the original one in 2002
The new one is octagonal in shape and 40
5m high, the second highest lighthouse in Korea
Gadeokdo, the location of Gadeokdo lighthouse, is often referred to as the ‘Island of History,’ and is the largest island in Busan
Gadeokdo, a strategically important base for military operations and seaborne trade, was the stage for a number of gruesome battles during the Japanese invasion in 1592
Today, it is a critical entry point to the Jinhae Bay
Gadeokdo Lighthouse is part of one the nation’s naval bases
Therefore, visitors must contact and register with the Busan Regional Maritime Affairs and Port Office prior to visiting the lighthouse
Those who participate in the Lighthouse Experience Program (parties of 6 or less) can spend the night in the innkeeper’s room free of charge
In order to use these accommodations, visitors must apply online at the Busan Regional Maritime Affairs and Port’s homepage between the 1st and the 8th of the month, one month prior to desired date of visit
 

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Gadeokdo Lighthouse Reviews:
SounLT:    Modern Building;Great Views and Atmosphere
SounL:    Unfortunate we didn’t watch a perf...;Great place for Korean theater
SounL:    Many items.;Many clothes
zhangOU:    The by-products of avoiding cabin...;Good place to take your pet.
SounL:    Memorial park;Peaceful
SounL:    Bustling steer;I stayed in this neighborhood
KTL:    Amazing Cherry Blossom;Peaceful
tianO:    must visit if hardcore KBS fan;This is where the Korean Soap Oper...
jianK:    Not much to see.
GDeLK:    A Great Escape;Open Saturday and Sunday to the pu...