Korean Bell of Friendship
Korean Bell of Friendship
4.5
6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
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A huge bell given to the US as a bi-centennial gift and as a commemoration of veterans of the Korean War
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Sandra C
2 contributions
Sept 2024 • Friends
I went to California during an extreme heatwave, so we had to find a way to cool down. Near the beaches was much cooler. We wanted to see cool stuff during our trip, a quick google search gave us this beautiful spot. Definitely worth the drive.
Written September 19, 2024
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Perkadventures
Banning, CA15,331 contributions
Apr 2022
Second attempt to see, first closed because of Covid. the bell was sent from Korea and is a wonderful thing to see.
The location is on top of old coast gun emplacements from WW2. Nice parking area and a couple were taking their wedding pictures and flying kytes.
The location is on top of old coast gun emplacements from WW2. Nice parking area and a couple were taking their wedding pictures and flying kytes.
Written April 14, 2022
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wineanddine32
Corpus Christi, TX248 contributions
Dec 2019
Good place to stop and look at the water. It was great for kids to run up and down the hill. Nice building with a huge bell. We would have loved for someone to hammer it so we could hear it. It was breezy. Good free stop.
Written January 4, 2020
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dragonjulie
Largo, FL182 contributions
We made a special trip to see this monument as my son, being in Tae Kwon Do, wanted to visit. The drive was a quite a way out of town and took a good hour from downtown but it was worth it.
The bell was given to the USA from Korea for the US bicentenial in 1976. It sits on a hilltop overlooking the San Pedro bay and the Ocean.
The bell sits in an ornate pavillion on which you can walk. It is a very calm and scenic viewpoint. There is also a small visitors center with other Korean artifacts and more information on the bell.
This is worth a visit if you are interested in Korean arcitecture and culture.
The bell was given to the USA from Korea for the US bicentenial in 1976. It sits on a hilltop overlooking the San Pedro bay and the Ocean.
The bell sits in an ornate pavillion on which you can walk. It is a very calm and scenic viewpoint. There is also a small visitors center with other Korean artifacts and more information on the bell.
This is worth a visit if you are interested in Korean arcitecture and culture.
Written August 19, 2007
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VictoriaAllen
Las Vegas, NV85 contributions
May 2016 • Family
I grew up in Torrance and the Korean Friendship Bell was always a favorite spot to go to just to take in some breathtaking views and collect your thoughts. Fast forward 20 years later and this time I brought my two toddlers with me to visit one of my favorite spots in So Cal. The views are just as beautiful as I remember..we were even able to see Catalina off in the distance. The bell itself is such a beauty to behold with its vibrant colors and the history it represents. Parking is free so thats a big plus in itself. If you ever visit the San Pedro, Palos Verdes area of Southern California, make sure that this is one of your places to visit. You wont be disappointed!
Written May 13, 2016
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star95presson
Los Angeles, California180 contributions
Apr 2019 • Friends
Destination Fort MacArthur, the former Army Garrison was home to thousands of Army Solders and some of their family members, this is where the Friendship Bell can be found, i.e. Located at the corner of Gaffey and 37th Streets.
Written April 13, 2019
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mbyers
Temple City1 contribution
Awesome place for a picnic, usually breezy, great place to stroll in the rain, or to fly a kite. Or if you love watching others fly kites, (the Interesting types) then you'll love this place! Also has a nice play ground for small children and land for them to run.The view is wonderful...enjoy!!!!
Written November 24, 2007
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Paul A
North Fambridge, UK465 contributions
Feb 2020
If in the area, pop in to view this place. The place is nice to view with nice gardens and green areas. Good views of the surrounding coast from here.
Written March 5, 2020
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mkkCalifornia
California68 contributions
Jan 2020
Beautiful Korean Friendship Bell monument is a hidden gem. Fabulous location to see the gorgeous west coast sunset! We enjoyed our visit.
Written January 23, 2020
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Lena K
Fullerton, CA2,317 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
The huge Korean Bell of Friendship in San Pedro is located at the top of a hill, allowing a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean.
Written January 1, 2020
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