Jeonju Donggosa Temple (동고사 (전주))

2.8Km 12148 2024-04-07

103-100, Naksujeong 2-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-288-1626

Donggosa Temple, located on Seungamsan Mountain in Jeonju, is a Buddhist temple of the Taego Order. The hike up to Donggosa Temple is a refreshing climb, and the temple provides a stunning panoramic view of downtown Jeonju. The temple buildings were constructed one after another along the mountain ridge, and stand in a row on either side of Daeungjeon Hall. The temple is modest and tastefully decorated with portraits of deceased great Buddhist monks and wooden Buddhist murals. The hiking trail to the right of Donggosa Temple leads to Chimyeongjasan Martyrs Ground, which is the graveyard of persecuted Catholics from the late Joseon dynasty.

Gangam Calligraphy Museum (강암서예관)

2.8Km 14623 2024-04-07

74, Jeonjucheondong-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-285-7442

The Gangam Calligraphy Museum (est. 1995) in Jeonju Hanok Village has on display over 1,000 works from famous artists such as Kim Jeong-hee (1786-1856, calligrapher, painter, & scholar), Lee Sam-man (1770-1847, calligrapher), Kim Hong-do (1745-?, artist), and Jeong Yak-yong (1762-1836, scholar). This museum also houses a seminar room for calligraphy-related events and educational programs.

Hanok Garden in Jeonju [Korea Quality] / 전주한옥마당 [한국관광 품질인증]

2.8Km 251 2024-04-07

80-13 , Jeonjucheondong-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-10-9494-4579

Jeonju Hanok Garden in Jeonju Hanok Village, Jeollabuk-do, is a guesthouse combining traditional hanok charm with modern comfort. All guestrooms have a modern bathroom and toilet and a toenmaru wooden porch, while two rooms (Hope and Faith) have an additional inner floors attached to it. The room interiors have exposed wooden beams and hanji-covered walls and doors. From any room, guests enjoy a view of the beautiful yard with its jangdokdae jar store, flower pots and young pine trees.

Jeonju Zoo (전주동물원)

2.8Km 35211 2024-04-07

68, Sori-ro, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-281-6759

Located about 1 kilometer away from Deokjin Park in Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, the zoo is equipped with not only diverse animals and plants, but also a field for soccer, a volleyball court and many other sports facilities. In addition to their leisure grounds, the amusement park 'DreamLand' is found to the eastside of the zoo.

Opened on June 10, 1978, the zoo houses visitors' all time favorites like tigers, lions, giraffes, hippos, buffalo, rhinos, camels and more exotic animals, coming to a total of 670 animals made up of 106 different species.

Bongi Seolleongtang (봉이설렁탕)

2.9Km 72 2024-04-07

576, Baekje-daero, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-271-0912

Seolleongtang (ox bone soup) is Korea's representative health food rich in protein. The best menu at this restaurant is ox bone soup. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jeonju-si, Jeollabuk-do.

Namcheongyo Bridge Cheongyeonru (남천교 청연루)

2.9Km 21386 2024-04-07

40 , Cheongyeong-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-281-5361

Namcheongyo Bridge is the main bridge to the entrance of Jeonju Hanok Village. Through "Jeonju Namcheongyo Luxury Project," the area went through renovation strengthening infrastructure and adding Cheongyeonru Pavilion to the bridge. Visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the area from the hanok pavilion or rest from the heat.

Chimyeongjasan Holy Ground (치명자산성지)

2.9Km 17240 2024-04-07

89, Baramssoeneun-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-285-5755

Chimyeongjasan is a sacred site for those of the Catholic faith and a famous pilgrimage attraction in the southeastern region of Jeonju. Perched upon a steep ridge of Seungamsan Mountain behind Hanbyeokdang Pavilion, the area is the final resting place of well-known Catholic couple Yu Jung-cheol (John), Yi Sun-I (Rugalda), who vowed to remained virgins for all eternity. Situated upon the couple’s grave is “Miracle Rock,” a naturally formed rock that is said to be shaped like Jesus and the Virgin Mary. The site is also home to a 4-meter-high stone cross that can be seen from as far away as Hanbyeokdang Pavilion.

The 200-meter prayer hike named “The Golgotha Way of the Cross” is one of the most popular pilgrimage routes for Catholics visiting the mountain area. Leading up from the parking lot and Monmartre Square (rest place), the entire path to the summit is strewn with flowers, making the prayer walk an ideal place for a stroll and some quiet meditation.

Jeonju Nambu Traditional Market (전주 남부시장)

2.9Km 41911 2024-04-06

63, Pungnammun 2-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.

Seohak Art Village Library (서학예술마을도서관)

3.0Km 0 2024-04-06

12-1 Seohak-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Seohak Art Village Library opened June 2022 in Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do. The library consists of nearly 1,000 books, making it rather small. However, the library makes up for its size with pretty decorations, making visitors want to stay longer. The library is located in an old building that was previously a cafe and gallery, so the library feels more like a book cafe.

Jeonju International Sori Festival (전주세계소리축제)

3.1Km 23416 2024-04-07

31, Sori-ro, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-232-8394

Jeonju International Sori Festival offers visitors a chance to enjoy various traditional Korean music as well as music from around the world. Held every year in Jeonju since 2000, music flows throughout the festival period.

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