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Yeongyang-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Yeongyang-gun is one of 23 cities, counties and districts in Gyeongsangbuk-do. It has 6 neighborhoods (1 eup · 5 myeon) and 15,960 registered residents (September 2026). The most populous neighborhood is Yeongyang-eup with 7,096.

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Landmark stamp: Yeongyang International Dark Sky Park

Located in Yeongyang, this pristine ecological conservation zone minimizes artificial light pollution to offer visitors remarkable opportunities for observing stars across natural night skies.

What to see: Deep within pristine mountains undisturbed by artificial lighting, stargazers can view the shimmering Milky Way with breathtaking clarity.
Visitor tip: Visiting on clear nights around the new moon provides deep dark skies, making it easy to identify distant constellations.
Legends & stories: Swarms of glowing fireflies dance along clean stream valleys on midsummer evenings, evoking cherished memories of unspoiled nature.

Food, festivals and stories of Yeongyang-gun

Local food: Yeongyang is celebrated for its premium red chili peppers boasting vivid color and balanced spiciness.
Local story: Yeongyang preserves the legacy of Eumsikdimibang, an ancient culinary manuscript written in Korean by Lady Jang Gye-hyang.
Did you know?: Yeongyang features an International Dark Sky Park where visitors can gaze at starry night skies.

Neighborhoods of Yeongyang-gun (6)

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Yeongyang-eup영양읍eup · 7,096 residents

Photo spot: Walking along the trails of Samji-ri Lotus Theme Park in summer offers picturesque views of white lotus blossoms across the ponds.
Food: Visiting the Yeongyang Traditional Market on dates ending in four and nine lets you browse fresh wild greens and vibrant local peppers.
Story: Local history tells that villagers in Samji-ri weathered severe droughts by creating three connected reservoirs during the Joseon Dynasty.

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Ibam-myeon입암면myeon · 2,030 residents

Photo spot: The wooden boardwalk at Seonbawi Tourist Site provides sweeping views of the towering standing rock where two river streams merge.
Story: Nam-i-po rests by the river, carrying a legend that General Nami defeated bandits here and left sword marks on the cliffs.
Fun fact: In the open fields of Sanhae-ri, a unified Silla stone pagoda built with stone bricks stands gracefully beside the riverside.

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Cheonggi-myeon청기면myeon · 1,600 residents

Name: The name Cheonggi was formed by combining the initial characters of two former administrative districts, Cheongje and Giso.
Food: Plump red peppers with vibrant color and rich spice thrive on the sunlit hillsides surrounded by clean mountain ridges.
Fun fact: Nestled beneath the western slopes of Mount Ilwolsan, the area features pristine valley streams and pine forests connecting quiet hamlets.

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Irwol-myeon일월면myeon · 1,684 residents

Photo spot: Strolling along the stone walls of Jusil Village, the birthplace of poet Cho Ji-hoon, reveals tranquil old houses and inscribed poems.
Story: Near the peak of Mount Ilwolsan stands a historic shrine dedicated to Madame Hwang, comforting her sorrowful spirit through generations.
Fun fact: At the Irwolsan Wildflower Park, built over an old abandoned mine, visitors encounter lovely native flowers blooming across the seasons.

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Subi-myeon수비면myeon · 1,638 residents

Photo spot: The dense trails of Jukpa-ri Birch Forest showcase an exotic natural atmosphere filled with towering white tree trunks.
Story: Wangpicheon Stream holds a legend that King Gongmin of Goryeo fled into this deep mountain valley to escape invading forces.
Fun fact: Free from urban light pollution, the night sky above Firefly Eco Park allows visitors to gaze at sparkling stars and the Milky Way.

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Seokbo-myeon석보면myeon · 1,912 residents

Photo spot: Doodle Village features tidy alleys framed by Joseon Dynasty hanok houses and earthen walls, making it ideal for peaceful photography.
Story: Tales recount how Lady Jang Gye-hyang cooked acorn porridge to feed starving neighbors during severe famines.
Food: Visitors can sample authentic noble cuisine prepared according to the centuries-old recipes recorded in Eumsik Dimibang by Lady Jang Gye-hyang.

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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.