Byeolmaro Observatory
별마로천문대
📍 397, Cheonmundae-gil, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
Introduction
Byeolmaro is a public astronomical observatory built on the peak of Bongnaesan Mountain (alt. 799.8 m) in Yeongwol. The term ‘Byeolmaro’ combines the words byeol (star), ma (peak) and ro (peaceful). Together, they collectively represent the wish to view stars in a clean and peaceful environment. The observatory has a variety of telescopes, including one with a diameter of 80 centimeters. The observatory also has accommodation facilities, audio & visual rooms, and a lecture hall, making it suitable for educational programs.
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🗺 Location
397, Cheonmundae-gil, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
✏ Details
Restrooms
Available
Available Facilities
Astrology projection room, audio-visual room, observation deck and lounge, secondary observatory room, hosting chamber, educational classroom, exhibition hall, accommodations, etc.
Admission Fees
Individuals - Adults 7,000 won / Teenagers 6,000 won / Children 5,000 won / Senior citizens 3,500 won
Groups - Adults 6,000 won / Teenagers 5,000 won / Children 4,000 won / Senior citizens 3,000 won
* Groups: 20 people or more
* Refer to official website for more details
Parking Fees
Free
🔎 Information
Inquiries
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-33-372-8445
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-33-372-8445
Parking Facility
Available (Small vehicles: 50 parking spaces / Large vehicles: 10 parking spaces)
Maximum Occupancy
29 people per session due to COVID-19
Age Limit
Open to visitors ages 6 and older
* Elementary students and younger must be accompanied by a parent
* Elementary students and younger must be accompanied by a parent
Opening Day
October 13, 2001
Closed
Mondays, the day following public holidays, January 1, Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day) holidays
* Observatory subject to closure due to on-site circumstances
* Observatory subject to closure due to on-site circumstances
Opening Hours
* Advance reservation required
October-March 14:00-22:00
April-September 15:00-23:00
* Last ticketing 1 hr 10 min before closing
October-March 14:00-22:00
April-September 15:00-23:00
* Last ticketing 1 hr 10 min before closing
Experience Guide
Celestial observations, astronomy lecture, astrology practice, etc.
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