Yeongarangho is a natural lake 8km in perimeter and 1,190km©÷in area. According to Samgukyusa (History of the Three kingdoms), Yeongrang, a young cadet from the elite youth corps of Silla Dynasty (Hwarang) was on his way back home from training with his colleagues Sulang, Ansang and Namseok, when he became enthralled by the beaty of the lake.

The calm and clear water of the lake reflecting the reddish sunset, the grand and embossed Mt. Seoraksan Ulsanbawi(Ulsan Rock), and the submerged rock resembling a sitting tiger in the lake---all kept the young cadet from going home. The young lingeced on, enjoying the elegance of the place. Yeongrangho, named after its famous visitor, later became a prlgrimage training ground for Hwarang.

Transportation
[Public Transportation]
20 min. on foot and 5 min. by taxi from Cross-country Bus Terminal

[By Car]
From Sokcho National Road No.7 approaches Goseong and enters left of Yeongrangho.
After Yeongranggyo, left turn is recommended to reach the lake for the best view.