Tongyeong Undersea Tunnel

통영 해저터널

Constructed in 1932 during the Japanese colonial period to connect Tongyeong and Mireukdo, this is the first undersea tunnel in the East.

Audio guide5 stories · about 6 min
AddressDang-dong, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
Photo: 국가유산청 · 공공누리 제1유형

About

Constructed in 1932 during the Japanese colonial period to connect Tongyeong and Mireukdo, this is the first undersea tunnel in the East. Built at the time for the convenience of migrating Japanese fishermen, it is a place that holds the painful history of our people and was designated as National Registered Cultural Heritage No. 201 in 2005.

It is a 483m long concrete structure where you can experience something special by walking 10m below the sea. The inscription 'Yongmundaryang' engraved at the tunnel entrance testifies to the history of invasion, and at night, the gentle lighting creates a dreamy atmosphere, making it a great place to enjoy a quiet and lyrical walk.

Stories you can hear here

5 stories · about 6 min

  • IntroWalking 10 Meters Under the Sea25 sec
  • SpotTongyeong Undersea TunnelA 483-Meter Walkway Under the Seaabout 2 min
  • StoryA Tunnel Dug 13.5 Meters Under the Seaabout 2 min
  • StoryThe Yongmundaryang Characters Left on the Entrance Signboardabout 1 min
  • StoryThe Undersea Tunnel Built by the Sweat of Our Ancestorsabout 1 min
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