Sights · 639, Sobaeksan-gil,
Sobaeksan Optical Astronomy Observatory (소백산천문대)
Visit info
- Hours
- Observatory daytime visit 13:00-16:00
- Closed
- [Observatory daytime visit] Holidays
※ No visit permitted during events - Information
- +82-43-422-1108
- Parking
- Available
- Experiences
- Not available
About
Located within the Sobaeksan National Park, the Sobaeksan Optical Astronomy Observatory (SOAO) was the first astronomy observatory in Korea to install a modern telescope. SOAO is in a great location to observe the stars because it is located on the highest point of southern Korea and far away from the light pollution of cities. To enter the observatory as a private visitor, one must climb the mountain from Jungnyeong Pass or Huibangsa Temple.
Getting there
639, Sobaeksan-gil, Danyang-eup, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
Source: Korea Tourism Organization (TourAPI). Details can change; check the official site before you go.