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The large public telescope and observatory building on Bongnaesan at Byeolmaro Observatory
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Byeolmaro Observatory

별마로천문대

A public astronomy facility high on Bongnaesan with scheduled observing and wide mountain views; advance booking, cloud policy, the steep night road and winter conditions are essential checks. This catalogue page connects the stop to traveller ratings, current field reports, nearby regional anchors and sourced community corrections.

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Yeongwol · Gangwon
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    RegionYeongwol · Gangwon
    Korean map search영월 별마로천문대
    Map pinApproximate catalogue centre

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    A public astronomy facility high on Bongnaesan with scheduled observing and wide mountain views; advance booking, cloud policy, the steep night road and winter conditions are essential checks. This catalogue page connects the stop to traveller ratings, current field reports, nearby regional anchors and sourced community corrections.Recheck the official source before visiting.
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    Byeolmaro Observatory

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    1. 1Overview
    2. 2Key facts and visitor information
    3. 3Traveler tips
    4. 4Nearby places
    5. 5Frequently asked questions
    6. 6Sources and revision history

    1. Overview

    A public astronomy facility high on Bongnaesan with scheduled observing and wide mountain views; advance booking, cloud policy, the steep night road and winter conditions are essential checks. This catalogue page connects the stop to traveller ratings, current field reports, nearby regional anchors and sourced community corrections.

    2. Key facts and visitor information

    RegionYeongwol · Gangwon
    Korean map search영월 별마로천문대
    Official starting pointVISITKOREA · Byeolmaro ObservatoryRecheck current hours, admission, closures and transport before travel.
    Map pinApproximate catalogue centreUse a Korean map app for the exact entrance and final walking route.
    Mobility checkConfirm the current step-free entrance, lift availability, rest areas and accessible toilets with the venue.

    3. Traveler tips

    • Search “영월 별마로천문대” in Naver Map or Kakao Map and confirm the exact entrance and return route.
    • Hours, admission, closures and programme schedules can change; use the official source before departure.
    • The catalogue coordinate is an approximate centre pin, not turn-by-turn entrance guidance.

    4. Nearby places

    Nearby in the same area

    Yeongwol Central Market

    A compact town market for local produce, buckwheat dishes, snacks and everyday goods; compare individual stall hours, menus, prices and payment methods rather than assuming the whole market opens together.

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    Nearby in the same area

    Donggang Museum of Photography

    A public photography museum presenting Korean photographic history and changing exhibitions; check the current exhibition, weekly closure, programme schedule and final admission before arrival.

    Check live transit before combining
    Nearby in the same area

    Gossigul Cave

    A limestone cave beside the Namhangang with a narrow, cool interior route reached from the riverbank; opening sessions, stairs, damp surfaces and nearby parking need checking.

    Check live transit before combining
    Nearby in the same area

    Kim Satgat Literary Museum

    A museum interpreting the life, journeys and poetry of Joseon-era wandering poet Kim Satgat in his namesake valley; rural transport, museum hours and linked memorial-site access require planning.

    Check live transit before combining
    Nearby in the same area

    Gangwon Mining Culture Village

    An immersive interpretation centre recreating the homes, work and community of Yeongwol's former coal-mining era through themed spaces for all ages; it closes Mondays and is listed 10:00–18:00 from March to October and 10:00–17:00 from November to February, so confirm final admission, any guided activity and winter-road conditions.

    Check live transit before combining

    5. Frequently asked questions

    Are the operating details for Byeolmaro Observatory live?

    No fixed hour or price is copied into this catalogue record. Open the official source and a live Korean map on the day because hours, closures, tickets and transport can change.

    Can a traveller correct this page?

    Yes. Submit a sourced community wiki correction or a current field report; proposed facts are reviewed before becoming canonical information.

    6. Sources and revision history

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