Chuam Candlestick Rock
Located in Donghae, the Chuam Candlestick Rock is a breathtaking site where strange, uniquely shaped rock formations rise from the sea. These needle-like rocks, resembling candlesticks, create a stunning spectacle. The surrounding waters shift in character, from turbulent, dragon-like waves to the serenity of a deep lake. Famous for its sunrise, the area attracts countless travelers and photographers. It is said that the scholar Song Si-yeol was so captivated he could not leave. The sunrise over the Candlestick and Brother rocks is famously featured in the opening of the South Korean national anthem.
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Located in Donghae, the Chuam Candlestick Rock is a breathtaking site where strange, uniquely shaped rock formations rise from the sea. These needle-like rocks, resembling candlesticks, create a stunning spectacle. The surrounding waters shift in character, from turbulent, dragon-like waves to the serenity of a deep lake. Famous for its sunrise, the area attracts countless travelers and photographers. It is said that the scholar Song Si-yeol was so captivated he could not leave. The sunrise over the Candlestick and Brother rocks is famously featured in the opening of the South Korean national anthem.