Officially opened in 1997, the Pan-Asia Paper Museum houses over 1,800 historical artifacts and materials related to paper, and hosts special exhibitions on diverse themes every year. The museum is divided into the 1st Exhibition Hall that looks back at the history of paper, the 2nd Exhibition Hall that discusses the present and future of paper, as well as the Hanji...
Established in 1995, the Qiang’an Calligraphy Art Museum is a specialized calligraphy exhibition hall located within Jeonju Hanok Village. It displays works by renowned figures such as Kim Jeong-hui (1786–1856, painter, calligrapher, and scholar), Lee Sam-man (1770–1845, calligrapher), Kim Hong-do (1745–?, painter), and Ding Ruoyong (17…
The Jeonju Traditional Culture Center is a multifaceted cultural space where you can observe and experience a variety of traditional cultures. This center, which regularly stages performances of pansori, folk songs, and traditional dances, consists of a permanent performance hall, a traditional restaurant, a traditional wedding hall, and more. Transportation guide: ■ Take bus 118 (departing from Jeonju Station, bound for Statistics Office, at 06:10, 09:17, 12:57), 45, 511, 515, 551 (local), 551 (seated), 552, or 60 from Jeonju Station heading toward “Statistics Office” or…
Jeonju Hanok Village is located in the areas of Pungnam-dong and Hawng-dong in Jeonju, featuring over 800 traditional Korean hanok houses. Nestled within the ever-changing modern city, Jeonju Hanok Village is renowned for preserving its traditional appearance to this day. The traditional beauty of Jeonju Hanok Village is especially reflected in the curved eaves of the hanok. The upward-curving eave corners are not only a defining feature of hanok...
Designated as Historic Site No. 379, Jeonju Hyanggyo is a Confucian school from the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1910) that served the Jeonju region. A hyanggyo was a national educational institution where students studied during the Joseon era. Originally located near Gyeonggijeon Shrine, Jeonju Hyanggyo was relocated to its current site in 1603. The hyanggyo houses...
Designated as National Treasure No. 308, Pungnam Gate was built during the mid-Joseon Dynasty. It served as the southern gate of the ancient Jeonju Fortress and is the only remaining structure among the four gates—east, west, south, and north—of the Jeonju fortress town. During the Imjin War (a conflict caused by foreign invasion between 1592 and 1598)...
Yangshi House is a cultural experience-style traditional Korean guesthouse located in Jeonju Hanok Village. Originally an annex building of the Jeonju Confucian School, it was once used as a study space for students during the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1910) who were preparing to take the civil service examinations to become seonbi (scholars) or jinsa (candidates for government positions).
The Jeonju Traditional Culture Center is located in Hwayang-dong, Wansan-gu, Jeonju City, North Jeolla Province, South Korea. It is a comprehensive cultural space where visitors can observe and experience various aspects of Korean traditional culture. Popular traditional Korean performances regularly held at this center include pansori, folk songs, traditional dances, and traditional wedding ceremonies, all of which are highly favored by both domestic and international tourists...
The Jeonju Hanji Museum is located at 2 Baekbok-dong, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, North Jeolla Province, South Korea, and can be regarded as a pioneer in the country’s paper industry. It operates the Jeonju Paper Company, which produces newsprint and publication paper. In order to promote hanji (traditional Korean paper) culture among the general public, the museum changed its name from “Paper Museum” starting in 2007…
Deokjin Park is a park built around Deokjin Lake, famous for its lotus flowers that cover the lake in July and August, with an annual dedicated lotus festival held during this time. The lotus flowers, which grow as tall as a person, are abundant and completely blanket one side of the lake, leaving visitors in awe. There is also a suspension bridge over the lake, offering breathtaking views of the lotuses from above...
Designated as Historic Site No. 339, Gyeonggijeon Hall was built in 1410 to enshrine the portrait of King Taejo, the founding monarch of the Joseon Dynasty. The hall houses the main shrine where the portrait of King Taejo is displayed, as well as the Joengheong Shrine, which enshrines the memorial tablets of Lee Han, the progenitor of the Jeonju Lee clan, and his wife. ... The Japanese invasions of Korea (1592–1598), a war triggered by foreign invasion...
Designated as the 15th Tangible Cultural Property of North Jeolla Province, Hanbiseong Hall is a villa built in 1404 by Choi Cham, a founding father and civil official of the Joseon Dynasty, also known as Woltang. Hanbiseong Hall is located on the cliffs of Seonam Mountain, boasting breathtaking surroundings, particularly the meandering Namcheon River, which is especially picturesque. In ancient times, there was…
The Jeonju Hanok Living Experience Hall is a residential house located within the Jeonju Hanok Village. This hanok-style living experience hall, consisting of an inner room (the couple’s private quarters), guest rooms, a hallway, and a courtyard, recreates the look and feel of an official’s residence from the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1910) and now serves as a cultural experience-based accommodation facility. …
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Jeonju is a city in the central part of North Jeolla Province, South Korea, and also the location of the provincial government office. It is a city that combines 1,300 years of traditional Korean culture with cutting-edge information society technology, making it one of the most quintessentially Korean cities. As such, it is a must-visit destination in South Korea. Jeonju is a uniquely charming city nestled between mountains and water...
Located at 197, Hak-dong 2-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do, South Korea, the Jeonju Kang An Calligraphy Art Museum is a specialized calligraphy exhibition venue within Jeonju Hanok Village. It opened in 1995. The museum is close to the Gyeongjeon Palace Site, Donggok Mountain, Donggok Mountain Fortress, Seonam Temple, Omujeong and Nimujeong Terraces, Jeonju Confucian School, the Traditional Culture Center, and more.
The Jeonju Traditional Crafts Exhibition Hall is located in Hak-dong, Wansan-gu, Jeonju, North Jeolla Province, South Korea, and is a museum rich in historical significance. Opened on April 20, 2002, the museum offers visitors a chance to admire the essence of traditional Korean crafts and feast their eyes on exquisite works. The Jeonju Traditional Crafts Exhibition Hall consists of the Craft Hall, Planning Hall...
The National Jeonju Museum is located in Hyoja-dong 2-ga, Jeonju, North Jeolla Province, South Korea. It is a place dedicated to researching, preserving, and displaying the cultural heritage of the North Jeolla region. Opened on October 26, 1990, the museum houses over 24,000 artifacts, primarily relics unearthed from the North Jeolla area dating back to the prehistoric era and the Mahan and Baekje periods...
The Jeonju Hanok Village Living Experience Hall is located in Wansan District, Jeonju, North Jeolla Province, South Korea, and opened to the public in 2002. This experience hall recreates the architectural style of yangban (the aristocracy during the Joseon Dynasty who lived in the eastern and western parts of the capital city) residences from the Joseon era, striving to offer visitors the most authentic opportunity to experience life in a hanok. The Jeonju Hanok…
Gyeongpo Beach is located 1 kilometer from Gyeongpodae and is a sandy beach situated between Gyeongpo Lake and the East Sea. With about 6 kilometers of scenic shoreline, it is one of South Korea’s most famous tourist destinations and a beach where natural landscapes blend harmoniously with cultural heritage. Gyeongpodae is renowned for its ideal spots to watch the sunrise and moonrise...