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The nearby ''Yeongarangho'' lake is renowed for its beauty. The reflection of the Seorak-san and its Ulsan-bawi are particularly popular. There are a number of well-preserved Buddhis temples in the area around Sockcho. The main building of the ''Sinheungsa'' temple (''Geukrakbojeon'') is a popular tourist destination (originally built in the 15th century). Also popular is the ''Hyangseongsaji samcheung seoktap'', a three storey pagoda of 4.3 metres. It dates from [[652]] and is located at the site of the ''Hyangseongsa'' temple.

''Yeonggeumjeong'' is a popular pavillionpavilion built on the shores of the East Sea. It is not only popular for its magnificent views of the sunrise, but also for the sound of the sea which is thought to be particularly nice at this site. It is thought thsat the pavillionpavilion was built at this ___location for sonic reasons.

Sockcho is home to one of the few lakes naturally created by the sea.