Ulju-gun is one of 5 cities, counties and districts in Ulsan. It has 12 neighborhoods (6 eup · 6 myeon) and 218,207 registered residents (September 2026). The most populous neighborhood is Beomseo-eup with 66,909.
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Landmark stamp: Ganjeolgot Lighthouse
Standing gracefully along the dramatic eastern coastline of Ulju, this historic beacon guides traveling maritime vessels while welcoming travelers who gather to admire early morning sunrises.
What to see
A bright white beacon and a giant wish mailbox stand proudly against the backdrop of the deep blue East Sea.
Visitor tip
Visiting at dawn on New Year's Day or quiet weekend mornings offers an unforgettable scene of sunrise over the horizon.
Legends & stories
Sailors named the coastal point after a long bamboo pole because the narrow cape resembles one when viewed from afar.
Food, festivals and stories of Ulju-gun
Local food
Eonyang Bulgogi features tender marinated Korean beef grilled over fragrant charcoal on a wire mesh, creating a savory smoky taste.
Local story
Ancient petroglyphs carved onto cliffs along Daegokcheon Stream vividly illustrate prehistoric whale-hunting scenes and diverse terrestrial wildlife of Korea.
Festivals
Cape Ganjeolgot holds an annual sunrise festival where thousands of visitors gather along the seaside to welcome the New Year dawn.
Did you know?
Ganwoljae Pass in the Yeongnam Alps turns into an enchanting silver meadow every autumn, attracting avid hikers from across the country.
Neighborhoods of Ulju-gun (12)
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Onsan-eup온산읍eup · 18,194 residents
Name: Its name uses the characters for warm and mountain, reflecting a gentle climate and sunlit hills that embrace the coastal terrain.
Fun fact: Mokdo Island, located just off the coast, is designated as a natural monument for its lush forest of camellia trees.
Fun fact: Oegosan Village preserves traditional pottery heritage, where skilled artisans gather to fire breathing earthenware jars in clay kilns.
Food: At the bustling Namchang Market, visitors can savor hearty beef and blood curd soup cooked in giant cast-iron cauldrons.
Photo spot: Wandering through the alleys of Oegosan Onggi Village provides picturesque photo opportunities framed by giant ceramic jars and rustic kilns.
Photo spot: When spring arrives, blooming cherry trees form an enchanting canopy along the road to Jakcheonjeong Pavilion, attracting avid photographers.
Fun fact: Hosting the Ulsan KTX Station, the area serves as a primary regional transit gateway welcoming travelers heading toward the mountains.
Name: Named Samnam for its location south of Samdong, the district blends bustling modern railway access with scenic mountain valley streams.
Story: Historical lore links this region to Usisan-guk, an ancient tribal state widely considered the linguistic origin of the name Ulsan.
Fun fact: The Geomdan-ri archaeological site revealed Bronze Age settlement remains, including defensive ring ditches and subterranean dwelling pits.
Photo spot: Walking through Seokcheon Village reveals charming stone walls and historic tile-roofed houses that make perfect backdrops for nostalgic countryside photos.
Fun fact: The rock carvings in Cheonjeon-ri feature prehistoric geometric patterns alongside historic inscriptions carved by ancient Silla hwarang warriors.
Photo spot: Visitors can take fascinating photos standing beside clearly preserved dinosaur footprints embedded in the wide riverside rocks at Cheonjeon-ri.
Story: Legends recount that an ancient Silla royal prince was so captivated by the scenic valley that he inscribed his visit onto the rock wall.
Story: In Eunpyeon-ri, villagers have long revered a centuries-old ginkgo tree, gathering beneath its canopy to perform protective village rituals.
Food: The village is celebrated for naturally carbonated handmade rice wine brewed using traditional yeast fermentation in regional heritage breweries.
Photo spot: During autumn, the ancient ginkgo tree in Eunpyeon-ri blankets the ground in brilliant gold, creating magnificent seasonal photography scenes.
Story: Legend says Gajisan Mountain's Ssalbawi Rock dispensed daily rice until a greedy person probed the crevice, causing water to flow instead.
Photo spot: Jakgwaecheon Stream showcases striking rock formations naturally carved like wine cups, providing uniquely scenic spots for landscape photography.
Fun fact: Nestled beneath Gajisan Mountain, Seongnamsa Temple stands as a serene Buddhist monastery where female monastics pursue dedicated spiritual practice.
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.