Mermaid Lovers Statue
인어연인상
Mermaid Lovers Statue is a coastal sculpture at the former Naemulchi village area, tied to a local story of a woman who waited on the rocks for her fiance lost in a storm and became a symbol of lasting love.
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Best For
History, culture, scenic context, and first-time orientation
Area
Daepo
Price
₩ Budget-friendly
Info
3664 Donghae-daero, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
강원특별자치도 속초시 동해대로 3664
Sokcho Tourism lists year-round, anytime access and free admission.
The Story
According to Sokcho Tourism, villagers created the statue after a local legend about a woman who waited three years for her fiance after he disappeared in rough seas.
Behind the Signature
The statue gives the southern coast a human legend, turning a quick sea-view stop into a story about waiting, loss, and love by the rocks.
Local Tip
Pair it with sunrise viewing or a walk toward Daepo Port and Bada Hyanggi-ro when coastal access is open.
Seasonal Note
It is open year-round, but sunrise, clear winter air, and calm coastal walking conditions make the stop more memorable.
For Travelers
For international visitors, this is an easy way to attach a local legend to the Daepo and Seorak Port shoreline.
How to visit
A quick guide for first-time visitors.
Step 1
Start with the context
Read the short history first so the stop is more than a photo point. The story usually explains why this place matters in Sokcho.
Step 2
Walk the key point
Use the map pin as your anchor, then give yourself a few extra minutes for nearby signs, views, side paths, or linked monuments.
Step 3
Connect the next stop
This works best as part of a route. Pair it with a nearby village, museum, market, ferry, temple, or lake walk rather than visiting in isolation.
Helpful guides
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