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Jinyangho Lakeside Observatory

📍 판문동, Jinju

Jinyangho Lakeside Observatory photo

Jinyangho is the only artificial lake in western Gyeongnam, and the Hoban Observatory is a rest facility inside the lakeside park. From this modern three-story building, you get sweeping views of the open lake, the surrounding city, and nearby mountains including Jirisan.

The park is also home to the only zoo in Gyeongnam, where kids can see tigers, lions, bears, giraffes, and other animals up close, making it a hit with children. It also has a circular trail, an experience hall, and a water playground, so families can easily spend a whole day here.

Visitor information

Address 경상남도 진주시 남강로1번길 96-6 (판문동)
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Useful tips

  • The sunset from the observatory is known to be beautiful, so a late-afternoon visit is a great option too.
  • With the zoo, a circular trail, and a water playground all in one place, you can easily spend half a day here with kids.
  • If you want to see both the observatory and the zoo, it's best to allow plenty of time.

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Photo — Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL attribution). The introduction was written by EasyTicket.