Exploring Ulsan's Taehwa River National Garden
◆ Overview
1. Duration: 2 hours (approximately 5km)
2. Important Notes at Departure
- Participate in order
- 1 hour of volunteer service recognized
3. Preparations for Departure
- Trash bags
- Gloves or tongs
- Bottled water and drinks
4. Journalist Activity Date
- March 5, 2026, from 15:40 to 17:50
- It was cold and windy
5. Parking Information
◆ Departure to Point 1
The National Garden Information Center, Taehwa River National Garden Visitor Rest Area, and the Ferris Wheel can be found here.
◆ Points from Course 1 to 2
Walking through the Bamboo Garden, you can observe various types of bamboo, and there are playgrounds and sculptures installed along with a QR code for the entrance restroom.
The expansive garden is being diligently maintained by the staff.
Ulsan's Taehwa River National Garden is shaped by the hands of its citizens, providing numerous job opportunities.
◆ Points from Course 2 to 3
▶ Taehwa River National Garden's 10-mile Bamboo Forest
This bamboo forest is located within Ulsan's representative ecological park, stretching 10 miles (4 km) along the Taehwa River, with a width of 20-30 meters and a total area of about 290,000 square meters.
As the spring breeze gently wraps around the Taehwa River, the light green leaves sparkle in the sunlight, and the flowers blooming along the roadside seem to celebrate new life.
As people walk and ride bicycles along the riverside, the scent of spring fills the air.
Children's laughter and lovers' whispers blend together, making the Taehwa River National Garden flow like a warm poem, allowing everyone who visits to savor precious moments and breathe deeply in the warmth of spring.
◆ Points from Course 3 to 4
There is a pedestrian bridge connecting Jung-gu and Nam-gu, shaped like a fish.
▶ Skywalk
The whale-shaped skywalk next to Taehwa Ru in Ulsan's Taehwa River National Garden symbolizes the city's marine and natural heritage.
Structure and Design: The whale model reflects Ulsan's historical background in whaling and marine industry, serving as an artistic symbol of the natural ecosystem's value.
Experience and Tourism Value: Visitors can walk on the transparent glass floor, taking in the sea, river, and city in one view, providing a sensory and immersive experience.
▶ Taehwa Ru (泰華樓) offers a dual pavilion structure with a view of the Taehwa River.
The panoramic view of the Taehwa River becomes even more stunning in early summer.
The tiled wall stretches long, and the path adorned with the beauty of Taehwa Ru serves as a photo zone.
Taehwa Ru is an architectural structure harmonized with the beautiful riverside scenery, a literary space where ancient scholars enjoyed poetry and leisure.
Its architectural style is particularly represented by the 'paljak' roof, showcasing the aesthetic harmony of traditional Korean hanok.
▶ Market Days (5th and 10th of each month)
Taehwa Market, located near the flowing Taehwa River, is a cultural and tourism complex where visitors can enjoy a stroll along the riverside after visiting the market.
▶ Rose of Sharon Garden
The Taehwa River Rose of Sharon Garden was established in collaboration with the city of Ulsan and volunteer groups in 2017, recognized for its beautiful flowers and high participation from rose enthusiasts.
◆ Arrival Course Point
The entrance to the Peony Garden features a restroom and family picnic area, with shaded and tent installation zones available.
In 2018, various garden works and eco-friendly landscaping were showcased at the Taehwa River National Garden Expo.
▶ Peony Garden
Peonies are perennial plants known for their large and beautiful flowers, cultivated for ornamental purposes. The garden features white, mountain, red, and herbaceous peonies.
They grow 50-80 cm tall, with leaves that are either single or double compound, and small leaves that are lanceolate or oval. The flowers bloom one at a time from May to June, and the fruits mature in August.
In May and June, the Peony Garden offers breathtaking views. Please scan the QR code at point 4.
Here, there are shaded and tent installation areas.
▶ 2018 Taehwa River National Garden Expo Gardens
The main garden works displayed at the 2018 Expo were themed around:
1. Ecological Restoration Gardens
2. Community Participation Gardens
3. Themed Artistic Gardens
4. Eco-Friendly Smart Gardens
5. Cultural and Artistic Fusion Spaces
◆ Review
The Taehwa River National Garden is a space where nature and the city coexist harmoniously, with its spacious and well-maintained greenery and riverside walking paths being particularly impressive.
Walking along the uniquely themed paths filled with fresh air and the spirit of spring was a beautiful experience.
Additionally, the Taehwa Market offers a place to experience life and culture through food, sights, and flavors.
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Source :https://blog.naver.com/ulsan_nuri/224252950082
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