4.7Km 2024-05-27
1 Pungnammun 3-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-287-6008
Pungnammun Gate was built during the Joseon dynasty in 1734 and is a designated Treasure. Pungnammun Gate was the southernmost gate among the four city gates of Jeonju. The structure was severely damaged by fire in 1767, followed by the restoration of the gate tower afterward. The gate was burnt down once again during the Imjin War and was restored to the gate that is seen today.
4.8Km 2024-04-19
15, Taejo-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeollabuk-do
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4.8Km 2024-05-27
51 Taejo-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
Jeondong Catholic Cathedral in Jeonju was built in honor of Roman Catholic martyrs of the Joseon dynasty on the very same spot the martyrs lost their lives. The land was purchased by French Priest Baudenet in 1891 (28th year of King Gojong), but construction of the church did not begin until 1908. Construction was completed in 1914, a time during which Korea was under Japanese rule. Though originally built just outside of Pungnammun Gate, the site of the martyrs, the church was later moved to its current location for expansion.
The first Romanesque building in the Honam region, Jeondong Catholic Cathedral is made of gray and red bricks and bears a striking resemblance to the Myeongdong Cathedral in Seoul, also designed by Priest Poinel. Not only considered one of the most beautiful Catholic churches in Korea, some even go so far as to say it is one of the most beautiful structures in all of Korea, citing the church’s unique combination of Byzantine and Romanesque architectural styles. The rectangular building is topped with three Byzantine bell towers (to the right, center, and left) and boasts arched ceilings, several of which meet in the form of a cross.
It is interesting to note that some of the bricks used in construction of the church were made using materials from the Jeonjueupseong Walled Town, which was torn down by the Japanese. It is also said that the cornerstone of the church came from a wall of Jeonjueupseong Walled Town near Pungnammun Gate.
4.8Km 2024-04-07
55 Girin-daero, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-281-2114
Omokdae Historic Site is located on top of a steep hill and is one of the places where Yi Seong-gye, who later became King Taejo, the first king of the Joseon dynasty, stopped to celebrate his victory on his way home from a war against the Japanese army at Unbong Peak of Hwangsan Mountain. Across the bridge from Omokdae is Imokdae Historic Site, situated at the foot of Seungamsan Mountain. Approximately 80 meters downhill from Imokdae are memorial stones and a building where Mokjo, the great-great-grandfather of King Taejo, once used to live. The engraved letters on the stones are the handwritings of Emperor Gojong. Mokjo moved to Hamgyeongdo as a result of a dispute with the then minister of Jeonju, an incident which King Taejo believed to have laid the foundation for him to shape the Joseon dynasty.
4.8Km 2024-12-03
19-3 Pungnammun 1-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-284-1344
Jeonju Nambu Traditional Market opened as a regular public market in 1905 at the site of the Joseon-era Nammunbakk Market, located just outside the Southern gate to the city. Currently the market is comprised of about 800 stores with 1,200 workers selling vegetables, fruits, food, dried fish, furniture, silk goods, and general goods.
The market was revitalized with the creation of the Youth Market, located in the previously empty shops on the second floor of 6-dong. An influx of young shopkeepers and entrepreneurs has given the marketplace an exciting vibe like that found in Hongdae or Samcheong-dong.
The night market held on Fridays and Saturdays also draws in many visitors with a multitude of delicious treats, ranging from traditional dishes such as nokdujeon (mung bean pancake) to fusion treats like bibimbap served in rice paper like a spring roll.
4.8Km 2024-12-23
68-15 , Eunhaeng-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-10-2189-4002
The Hanok, located in Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do, is a large hanok guesthouse built of beautiful tradition materials - cypress wood, red clay, and traditional hanji paper. The largest of the 7 rooms (Gwibin - ‘Special Guest’) has a king-size bed, ondol underfloor heating, and a massage bed, making it suitable for two families. One room has an attic, one has an red clay bed, and one has a bunk bed made of re-used traditional materials. In the spacious yard, guests can enjoy delightful moonlight tea parties.
4.8Km 2024-12-04
135 Gyeonggijeon-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
Veteran Kalguksu, located in Jeonju Hanok Village, has been operating since 1977, attesting to the great taste of their broth, made using sesame, meal, and eggs. The noodles are also cut much thinner than other restaurants, while maintaining their chewy texture. Another popular menu at the restaurant is their kongguksu.
4.8Km 2024-04-07
74-8, Eunhaeng-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-288-8607
Situated in Jeonju Hanok Village, Gyo-dong, Jeonju-si, Damun serves Korean table d’hote in a restaurant divided into large and small rooms within a hanok building structure.
4.8Km 2024-12-23
74-11 , Eunhaeng-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-231-3040, +82-10-7742-6738
The Traveler, located in Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do, is a pleasant place to stay for families in particular. Apart from the charm of staying in a hanok, visitors can experience traditional games of chance like the Twelve Bridges Game and the Pumpkin Wheel Game. Each room is equipped with a bathroom/toilet, and residents can use the kitchen in the main house to prepare meals.
4.8Km 2024-08-05
73-1 , Eunhaeng-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-231-2355, +82-10-5106-3355
Gyodong Gaon is a two-story hanok stay on the main street of Jeonju Hanok Village, Jeollabuk-do. The yard contains a small garden, a jangdokdae (jar stand), a furnace and a mural that has become a popular place for photos. The upper floor guestroom Numaru (‘Loft’) offers a panorama of the village. The first floor Meomulda (‘Lodging’) guestroom has a door between bedroom and living room. Nanuda (‘Sharing’) on the 2nd floor is the largest room, while Damda (‘Contain’) and Ggumggu (‘Dreaming’) both have attics. Finally, Geurida (’Drawing’) is a room with a fine view. Traditional games such as Hoops and Tuho can be played without charge.