Yeongdeok-gun is one of 23 cities, counties and districts in Gyeongsangbuk-do. It has 9 neighborhoods (1 eup · 8 myeon) and 32,477 registered residents (September 2026). The most populous neighborhood is Yeongdeok-eup with 10,062.
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32,477residents
Landmark stamp: Ganggu Port
Situated along the Yeongdeok coast, this bustling fishing harbor is famed for fresh snow crab markets, lively seafood restaurants, and scenic seaside walkways.
Food nearby
Steaming pots along the bustling wharf alleys serve freshly caught snow crabs renowned for their sweet meat and rich flavor.
What to see
Wandering by the fish market early in the morning lets travelers experience lively seafood auctions and colorful fishing boats.
Visitor tip
Walking the coastal walking trails starting near the harbor lets you enjoy refreshing sea breezes and expansive ocean vistas.
Food, festivals and stories of Yeongdeok-gun
Local food
Yeongdeok is famous for sweet, tender snow crabs filled with rich and savory meat.
Festivals
The coastal town hosts the annual Yeongdeok Snow Crab Festival celebrating fresh seafood delicacies.
Did you know?
The Yeongdeok Blue Road offers picturesque trekking trails running right along the emerald East Sea.
Neighborhoods of Yeongdeok-gun (9)
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Yeongdeok-eup영덕읍eup · 10,062 residents
Photo spot: The Changpomal Lighthouse, shaped like a giant snow crab claw at Yeongdeok Sunrise Park, offers scenic coastal views.
Fun fact: Huge white wind turbines spin along the rolling hillside ridges, creating an impressive renewable energy landscape.
Food: Yeongdeok Traditional Market along the Osipcheon Stream is packed with fresh seafood and lively regional street delicacies.
Story: The birthplace of General Shin Dol-seok honors the legendary civilian commander who led righteous guerrilla resistance against foreign invaders.
Photo spot: Climbing up to the white observatory atop bamboo-covered Jukdosan offers breathtaking panoramic views of Chuksan Port and the ocean.
Food: Freshly caught flounder seasoned with spicy-sweet flavors at Chuksan Port provides a delightful seafood culinary experience.
Story: Renowned late Goryeo scholar Yi Saek was born here, reportedly renaming the village Goesi because it resembled a scenic Chinese landscape.
Photo spot: Tranquil earthen stone walls and centuries-old Joseon tile-roofed houses create a peaceful historic atmosphere throughout Goesi-ri Village.
Fun fact: Yeonghae Traditional Market carries a spirited history where massive local independence demonstrations bravely broke out during the colonial period.
Name: The name Inryang means a village of virtuous people, housing ancestral head houses that preserved Confucian family heritage.
Photo spot: Historic clan estates and tiled rooflines nestled against foothills in Inryang-ri Traditional Village provide picturesque backdrops for memorable photos.
Fun fact: Nestled among quiet hills, centuries-old study halls and traditional wooden pavilions quietly preserve the refined spirit of classical scholars.
Local notes were drafted with the help of AI from public information. Population: Ministry of the Interior and Safety resident registration, September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.