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Oryu Beach
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Oryu Beach is located on the Sea of Japan (East Sea) and it is in the 2th place out of 30 beaches in the North Gyeongsang region 99.5 km away from its center, the city of Waegwan-eup. It is one of the beaches of Gampo-ri settlement, just 1.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal blue water and gray pebble, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.
Oryu Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, sun umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Najeong Beach, which has a rating of 8.2.
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Oryu Beach is located in North Gyeongsang within Gampo-ri, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
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What to do in Oryu Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Oryu Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
Beach surroundings
Transport
- KPO• 20.1km
- Wondong• 73.8km
Localities
- Gampo-ri• 1.5km
- Waegwan-eup• 99.5km
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What is the water and sand quality of the Oryu Beach?
The beachline of Oryu Beach is covered with gray pebbles. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.
What are the key activities at Oryu Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are umbrellas on the beach, which are provided free of charge, but there are no sunbeds and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Oryu Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
Is the Oryu Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Oryu Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Oryu Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Oryu Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Oryu Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Oryu Beach?
Oryu Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Campers (caravans / tent)
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Oryu Beach?
The bar is located right on the Oryu Beach.
How far is the Oryu Beach from parking?
The Oryu Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Oryu Beach (North Gyeongsang) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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