Donghae’s Hidden Gems: A Seaside & Street Art Adventure"** 🌊🎨

#summervacay ### **1. Mukho Lighthouse (묵호등대)** 📍 *Mukho Port, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do* **Why Visit?** ✔ **Korea’s only lighthouse with a suspension bridge** ✔ **360° ocean views** of the East Sea ✔ **Romantic sunset spot** (locals call it "Heartbreak Hill") **Solo Perks:** - Walk the **coastal deck** at golden hour - Try **squid ink ice cream** at the port (yes, really!) - Nearby **Mukho Fish Market** for fresh sashimi bowls --- ### **2. Nongoldamgil Mural Village (놀골담길)** 📍 *Nongol-dong, Donghae-si* **Must-See Art:** - **"Flying Whale" mural** – Symbol of Donghae - **Staircase to the Sea** – Optical illusion artwork - **Hidden alley galleries** with local ceramic art **Hands-On Fun:** - **DIY stamp tour** (collect all 10 for a prize) - **Café Hopping** – Try the seashell-shaped scones --- ### **Getting There** 🚆 **From Seoul**: - Take KTX to **Donghae Station** (3hrs) → Local bus #3 to Mukho - Or **direct bus** from Dong Seoul Terminal (3.5hrs) 🚶 **Between Sites**: - **Taxi** (~10 mins | ₩6,000) - **Walk** the scenic 3km coastal path --- ### **Local Flavors** 🍜 **Donghae Sundae**: Blood sausage with squid ink rice ☕ **Wave Coffee**: Surf-themed café with ocean views 🍺 **Mukho Brewery**: Craft beer using deep-sea water --- ### **Why Perfect for Solo Travelers?** ✅ **Safe & walkable** – Well-lit paths ✅ **Instagram gold** at every turn ✅ **Easy day trip** from Seoul **"Donghae is where salty breezes carry stories of fishermen and street artists—your solo adventure awaits where the mountains tumble into the sea."** --- ### **#donghae #gangwondo #solokorea #lighthouseviews #streetart #coastalkorea #hiddengem** **Would you chase sunsets at the lighthouse or hunt murals first?** 🌅🎨 Tag your pick!