초도ㆍ손죽도 관광개발의 가치성에 관한 연구

Abstract

Chodo & Sonjukdo have the potential value of becoming a region for tourists, even though the islands are in quite a distance(92.7km) from the Yeosu's harbour. It takes one hour and thirty minutes from the harbour to the islands. The islands hold a lot of interesting characteristics related to historical facts, cultural resources, natural scenes, etc. The aim of this research is to place emphasis upon the value of Chodo & Sonjukdo in regards to tourist resources. We could find out its precious value by considering the facts as below :Firstly, we can indicate that the oriented-ocean development and Expo 2012 YEOSU KOREA will give a spread effect to Chodo & Sonjukdo. Secondly, two islands are located near Geomundo & Baekdo, a place famous for its marine scenic beauty and the Dadohee Marine National Park. Therefore a lot of tourists will visit Chod & Sonjukdo after their tour in the Geomundo area. Thirdly, especially in Sonjukdo, there was sea fight in 1587, where the general, Dae-Won Lee went to fight the war against Japanese in the ocean near these islands. It is also known that the people of Chodo& Geomundo have developed the Ullungdo & Dokdo since 1892. Fourthly, in Chodo & Sonjukdo there are many tourist resources which are very beautiful, and thus provide a enjoyable natural scene for tourists. Fifthly, Chodo & Sonjukdo have high value when we consider its linkage tourism with other near-by islands such as Geomundo. Sixthly, its characteristics hold many elements that will attract tourists. Its marine experience, indigenous products, special food and food culture, and also the lodging in a private house are inherent only in Chodo & Sonjukdo. Lastly, we can also propose that the place marketing and storytelling for special assets of two islands will contribute the activation of its local economy.