Best Places to Watch the Year-end Sunset in Gyeonggi Province

Watch a beautiful sunset in South Korea, say good bye to 2021, and welcome the new year, new feels, new chances.

Explore the top four destinations in Gyeonggi Province for viewing a beautiful sunset while you look back on the year and think of your New Year’s resolutions!

Gubongdo in Ansan – Red sunset between mountaintops

Daebudo Island of Ansan City, Gyeonggi Province, boasts a beautiful natural landscape and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Korean capital region. Here on Daebudo Island, you can watch the beautiful glow of the setting sun from the Gubongdo Sunset Observation Deck. “Gubongdo,” which refers to nine mountaintops, is a beautiful island comprised of 17 inhabited and uninhabited islets. Of particular note, the view of the sun setting between Halbae Rock and Halmi Rock standing tall on Gubongdo Island is considered one of the most magnificent views along the Yellow Sea coast. From the Gubongdo Sunset Observation Deck, visitors can savor the magnificent view of the sea and sunset on the last day of 2021.

Gubongdo in Ansan
ⓒGyeonggi Province

Hwaseong Fortress in Suwon – Brilliant sunset enjoyed from magnificent fortress walls

Walk along the walls of Hwaseong Fortress in Suwon City, Gyeonggi Province, and ascend to the northeast bastion in the evening to witness the brilliant glow of the sunset. A grand view of the entire city as well as Yongyeon Pond will unfold before your eyes. Take a walk around Hwaseong Fortress and immerse yourself in the wintry romance of the beautiful red glow during sunset.

Hwaseong Fortress in Suwon
ⓒGyeonggi Province

Wangsong Lake in Uiwang – Red sunset shimmering on a peaceful lake

The best part of watching the sunset on a graceful lake is the reflection of the sun on the water. At Wangsong Lake, located in Uiwang City of Gyeonggi Province, you can bask in a euphoric sunset experience. You can enjoy the sunset while riding a rail bike or train that go around the lake. Watch the beautiful glow of the setting sun sinking in the west from a place that has a quiet and still atmosphere.

Wangsong Lake in Uiwang
ⓒGyeonggi Province

“Eobinakjo” in Yongin – Scenic sunset emnating romance

There is a hidden spot for watching the glow of the setting sun from Idong Reservior—Eobinakjo, which is renowned as the second of the Eight Scenic Views of Yongin City. Quick info! “Ilmol” in Korean means “sunset” and “nakjo” refers to the red glow of the setting sun. In particular, Eobinakjo of Idong Reservoir in Yongin is popular for the beautiful red glow of the setting sun. It is said the glow of the setting sun visible behind the reservoir morphs through every moment. Here, you can enjoy a magical show that appears in the sky with various charms that transform every second.

Idong Reservior In Yongin
ⓒGyeonggi Province