Exploring the Taehwa River Ecological Center
31 Guyeong-ro, Beomseo-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
Winter has arrived, bringing colder weather.
Today, I would like to introduce the Taehwa River Ecological Center, which has recently gained popularity as a media art exhibition space.
This indoor facility is a great place to visit with children.
✅ Location: Taehwa River Ecological Center
✅ Address: 31 Guyeong-ro, Beomseo-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
✅ Operating Hours: 9 AM - 6 PM (Closed every Monday)
The admission fee is 2,000 won for adults, 1,500 won for teenagers, and 1,000 won for children, which feels worth it after exploring the facility.
Although not very large, there is a parking lot available.
Upon entering the Taehwa River Ecological Center, you will first encounter a large hall. It looks quite different from the outside, and I remember being surprised during my first visit.
On the first and second floors, various spaces such as permanent exhibition halls, special exhibition halls, a children's exploration area, and experience classrooms are provided. You can learn about the ecosystem of the Taehwa River, including aquatic plants and fish.
One of the highlights is the Water Play Area, which features media art installations. This has become a popular topic among mothers raising children, leading to a significant increase in visitors.
Visitors must remove their shoes before entering, with shoe racks conveniently located at the entrance. The dimly lit area is filled with engaging media art displays and play opportunities.
Children can enjoy jumping areas, games, and ball pits, and it's delightful to see them having fun.
If you've played enough in the Water Play Area, you can explore the exhibition hall. The first-floor exhibition showcases the origins of the Taehwa River, the aquatic plants and fish living there, insects, birds, and the Samho bamboo forest.
What’s particularly interesting is the aquarium-like setup, allowing you to observe real fish up close.
The fish shown in the pictures is a mudfish, known for providing a great catch for anglers. It's my first time seeing one in person, and I believe both children and adults will find plenty to enjoy.
In addition, you can observe various species of fish. If you've lived in Ulsan for a long time, you might recall catching fish in the lower Taehwa River, but here you can encounter the diverse life forms thriving in the river.
There are also resting areas throughout the center, and the experience classrooms held on weekends are quite popular.
On the second floor, there is a small zoo, which I also recommend visiting.
You can see rare animals not found in Korea, such as Pac-Man frogs, Nile monitors, and leopard geckos. Although they are reptiles, they look cute and will surely pique children's curiosity.
This facility is a fantastic winter destination. I hope this information helps you have a wonderful time.
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