Jeonju Hanok Village

1. Chronicle of Jeonju Hanok village(a local historical museum) Upon arrival in Jeonju city, you will visit the 'Chronicle of Jeonju Hanok Village' where a local historical museum, to help the visitors to better understand Jeonju Hanok Village. 2. Omokdae Pavilion Omokdae is one of the places where Yiseong-gye stopped to celebrate his victory on his way home from a battle with Japanese invaders at Hwangsan, Namwon in 1380(the 6th year of Kong Woo of Goryeo Dynasty). It offers a stunning view of Jeonju's Hanok village. 3. Jeondong Catholic Cathedral: Jeondong Catholic Church in Jeonju (Historic Site No. 288) was built in honor of Roman Catholic martyrs of the Joseon Dynasty on the very same spot the martyrs lost their lives. 4. Pungnammun Gate Pungnammun Gate was built in the middle of the Joseon Dynasty (1768) and was designated Treasure No. 308. Of the four original city gates, this is the only one left standing (located in the southern portion of the city). 5. Nambu Traditional Market Over 200 years old, Nambu Market is the oldest major market in Jeonju. Visitors not only can enjoy delicious foods but also can see a variety of interesting attractions. 6. Jeonju Hyanggyo Confucian school A hyanggyo is the Joseon Dynasty’s local Confucian school. Since Goryeo Dynasty (918-1329) and throughout Joseon Dynasty (1329-1910), Hyanggyo had been installed as the public educational institution in provinces. Therefore, Hyanggyo is likened to today’s national universities installed in major regional cities. The sheer size and the golden aura of the gingko trees are overwhelming. All Hyanggyos in Korea planted gingko trees. Because gingko trees have long lifespan and chase off bugs, Koreans planted the trees wishing that the students concentrate on studying and become great names for the country.

Gyeonggijeon Shrine

Historic Site No. 339, Gyeonggijeon Shrine was erected in 1410 and holds the portrait of King Tae-jo, the founder of the Joseon Dynasty. And features monuments such as a jogyeongmyo, jeonju Sago(Historical Archives), Taesil(the placenta chamber). The wide bamboo forest trail and huge trails in the precincts are good for taking a walk. It is well preserved as a location for historical drama and movie filming.