Byeolmaro Observatory (별마로천문대)

Byeolmaro Observatory (별마로천문대)

- Homepage : www.yao.or.kr
- Tel : +82-33-372-8445
Byeolmaro is a public astronomical observatory built on the peak of Bongnaesan Mountain (alt. 799.8 m) in Yeongwol. The term ‘Byeolmaro’ combines the words byeol (star), ma (peak) and ro (peaceful). Together, they collectively represent the wish to view stars in a clean and peaceful environment. The observatory has a variety of telescopes, including one with a diameter of 80 centimeters. The observatory also has accommodation facilities, audio & visual rooms, and a lecture hall, making it suitable for educational programs.
- Address : 397, Cheonmundae-gil, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do
※ Introduction Information
- Ccapacity : 29 people per session due to COVID-19
- Experienceable age : Open to visitors ages 6 and older
* Elementary students and younger must be accompanied by a parent
- Experience guide : Celestial observations, astronomy lecture, astrology practice, etc.
- Inquiries and Guides
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-33-372-8445
- Open date : October 13, 2001
- Parking : Available (Small vehicles: 50 parking spaces / Large vehicles: 10 parking spaces)
- Rest date : Mondays, the day following public holidays, January 1, Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day) holidays
* Observatory subject to closure due to on-site circumstances
- Use time
* Advance reservation required
October-March 14:00-22:00
April-September 15:00-23:00
* Last ticketing 1 hr 10 min before closing


- Admission Fees : Individuals - Adults 7,000 won / Teenagers 6,000 won / Children 5,000 won / Senior citizens 3,500 won

Groups - Adults 6,000 won / Teenagers 5,000 won / Children 4,000 won / Senior citizens 3,000 won


* Groups: 20 people or more

* Refer to official website for more details
- Available Facilities : Astrology projection room, audio-visual room, observation deck and lounge, secondary observatory room, hosting chamber, educational classroom, exhibition hall, accommodations, etc.
- Restrooms : Available
- Parking Fees : Free






This work was created by the Korea Tourism Organization for 21 years and opened as the first type of public Nuri. You can download it for free from the Korea Tourism Organization, https://kto.visitkorea.or.kr/eng.kto