Jeonbuk State

Jeonbuk State, South Korea

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Jeonbuk State, also known as Jeonbuk is a Special Self-governing Province of South Korea in the Honam region in the southwest of the Korean Peninsula. Jeonbuk borders the provinces of South Chungcheong to the north, North Gyeongsang and South...

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Jeonju Hanok Village

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Gunsan Modern History Museum

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Gwanghanruwon Garden

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Naesosa temple

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현대옥 전주본점

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Hwasim tofu (Tofu stew, seafood pancake)

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Hanirok

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조점례남문피순대

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Jeonju Hanok Village

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2025.9.16-17 We spent 2 nights in Jeon-Ju to soak up the this UNESCO historic village’s atmosphere. On a weekday…to avoid the crowds. It rained the 2nd day. So we were fortunate to catch the sunset on the 1st day. Our hotel overlooked the village. So beautiful. In the evening, it’s even prettier and romantic. While I am disappointed with the commercialisation (lots of Hanbok rentals, loud pop music being played, restaurants, souvenir shops), I realised it is absolutely necessary to sustain the site. As it is, there are many shops that closed with signages for rental. I personally prefer this to Bukcheon. It’s quaint and easier to walk (flat as opposed to hilly). Lots of historical and Confucian significance. There’s even a 600 year old gingko tree. Many of the restaurants here are as reasonably priced as the ones outside the village. Even for a non-history buff, I would gladly return to this village again.

Nina LiuNina Liu

Visiting Jeonju Hanok Village in the fall felt like stepping into a gentle dream. The air was cool and crisp, the trees brushed with warm autumn colors, and everything moved at a slower, more peaceful pace. We wore beautiful hanbok and took some of our favorite photos ever—the traditional houses and quiet alleys made the perfect backdrop. It’s such a photogenic spot, especially for girls who love capturing soft, romantic moments. Wandering through the village streets, we stumbled upon a cozy little restaurant and enjoyed a warm bowl of Jeonju-style bibimbap. It was comforting and full of flavor, just like the village itself—rich in tradition, yet so welcoming. For any girl planning a trip to Korea, Jeonju is definitely a must-visit—perfect for pretty photos, slow walks, and sweet memories that linger long after you leave.

Daehoon KangDaehoon Kang

Jeonju Hanok Village was formed when Koreans gathered in opposition to the influx of Japanese residents during the Japanese colonial period. Today, it stands as a cultural heartland, home to over 700 beautifully preserved traditional Korean houses known as hanok. The village is filled with charming shops, cozy cafes, restaurants offering authentic Korean cuisine, and a variety of art galleries. When night falls and soft lights illuminate the quiet alleyways, walking through them feels like embarking on a journey back in time to the Joseon Dynasty. The peaceful, nostalgic atmosphere blends past and present, creating a uniquely romantic experience.

Rob MacDonaldRob MacDonald

I really enjoy Jeonju and this Hanok village area is the heart and soul of the city. There are many great stores and the food is amazing. It just has a great vibe. There is lots to see for kids as well. There are historical sites like the Portrait Museum which was very worthwhile to see, where you can see it is literally the birthplace of the Joseon dynasty. Definitely visit the palace grounds. If you like theatrical food performances, visit King Bibim at Bibim Sori. There is also a beautiful catholic church to see which tells about the many Korean saints who have died over the years as martyrs.

GorillaGorilla

전북 전주 한옥마을 한옥들이 즐비한 한옥마을 ~~ 날씨가 선선해서 여행하기 좋았습니다. 맛집들도 많고 예쁜 카페들도 완전 많아요. 주변에 경기전 등 유명 명소들도 있어서 여행하기 좋아요. 국내 최대 규모의 전통 한옥촌으로 전통과 문화가 함께 공존하는 여행지 전주 한옥마을 입니다^^ 전주한옥마을은 전라북도 전주시 풍남동과 교동에 위치해 있는데요, 여기에는 우리 한국의 전통 건물인 한옥이 700여 채 이상 밀집되어 있다고 합니다. 급변하는 도시 내에 우리의 옛 것을 그대로 간직하고 있는 곳인데요, 한국의 옛 전통을 맛볼 수 있는 곳으로 너무나 유명한 곳이랍니다. 전주한옥마을 여행은 어떻게 하면 좋을까요? 전주비빔밥도 빼놓을 순 없을텐데요. 전주한옥마을에 들러 맨 먼저 들린 곳은 <소리문화관>이란 곳인데요, 내부 연못엔 고무신 한짝이 둥둥 떠있더라고요. 과연 어떤 의미가 있는 걸까요? 예전의 명인 명창들은 산위에 올라 수련을 할 때 옆에다 고무신을 벗어두고 소리 공부를 하였다 합니다. 한 장단이 끝날 때마다 모래 한 알이나 조약돌 한 알씩을 넣어 고무신에 가득 찰 정도로 수련에 심혈을 기울였고, 이들의 소리 공부는 고무신 속에서 풀이 돋아날 정도로 오랜 시간 득음 과정을 거쳤다 합니다. 예나 지금이나 역시 그냥 저절로 되는 건 없지 싶네요. 아시다시피 전주는 조선을 건국한 태조 이성계의 본향으로 태조의 고조부 목조 이안사가 함경북도 동북 면 쪽으로 이주해 갈 때까지 그 선대들이 살았던 곳이랍니다. 조선왕조는 건국 후 이를 기념해 이곳 전주에다 <경기전>을 건립하고 여기에 태조의 어진(초상화)을 봉안합니다. 이 씨 왕조가 일어난 경사스러운 터라는 의미입니다. 내부 전시관을 둘러보는데 중앙에 못 들어가게 한곳이 있길래 자세히 바라보게 되더군요. '자만동금표'라고 하는데... 이 '금표'하면 떠오르는 왕이 따로 있습니다. 바로 연산군! 본인 여가활동(사냥놀이)을 위해서 백성들이 살던 집을 버리고 이주를 하게끔 만들어 버렸던... 또 이곳 경기전에는 왕들의 초상화를 모셔둔 곳이 있는데요. 역대 임금 중에서 가장 보고 싶은 얼굴은 과연 누구실까요? 현재 초상화가 남아 있는 왕은 태조, 영조(우측 사진), 철종 임금이라고 합니다. 역사의 한 부분도 배울수있는 곳~~

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Gunsan Modern History Museum

4.1History Museum

조하람조하람

I introduce a museum in Gunsan. This place is shows the times 100 years ago. You can see the Old Town from here and experience the independence struggles What i recommend is the modern life room. You can see old things like go-mu-sin and street shops. Gunsan has lost to Japan because of its wide port and rice production area. Therefore, you can see the citizens who resisted this. Gunsan is the place where many independence struggles took place. I recommend it to people who are interested in history. Also, going with my grandmother will be a good memory.

BK YuBK Yu

"The people who forgot the history has no future" seems to be the motto of this museum. Nice five-story museum(but only 3 stories are for museum) that covers from the stone age to modern days of Gunsan. Most items(not all) were explained in English so foreigners also can read and learn about the history of the city. On the third floor, there was an exhibition about Donghak movement where the peasants gathered and fought against corrupted government and the Japanese.

d. kurnd. kurn

It was pretty late when I visited the museum. On December this museum closed until 18.00. The most interesting is the replice of 1930~ies Korea during Japan occupation. The ticket fare is ₩ 3.000 to visit all site museum which located in different building on the same area (around 5 minutes walks each). I didn't get chance to visit other museum as it already closing time. Only the main museum.

Capt. BlackthorneCapt. Blackthorne

A majority of the displays are transcribed in english. (If not, a translator app and free WIFI will help!). The staff were very polite, and helped guide me through signing in. My Korean is a max of 10 words right now, so I can't stress how nice they are. All the exhibits are well lit, well layed out and easy to follow.

motor firemotor fire

If you're interested in history then this is the place to be. Huge, cool, museum building explaining Gunsan's past. Excellent quality interpretation for visitors. Great value as you get to visit 4 or 5 places on one site. Highly recommend.

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Gwanghanruwon Garden

4.3Garden

조강선조강선

I’d like to introduce this place based on my experience of going to Gwanghalluwon. It is located in Namwon, in Jeollabukdo. It is famous as a place where Lee Do-ryeong and chun-hyang met and fell in love during Joseon Dynasty. So every year from May 4th to May 8th , there is a small musical called Chun-hyang Jeon and I found it fun and touching. Tickets for Gwanghalluwon are very cheap. Tickets for adult are 3.000won, It is 2,000won for teenagers and 1,500won for children You can experience various things here. First of all, there are many reservoirs, and there are so many big carp living here. You can feed the carp here. It’s impressive that everytime you feed the carp, everyone is flocking to feed. Second, you can see a small musical called chunhyang-jeon here. This chunhyang-jeon is very interesting because of the love story of two people during the joseon Dynasty. I strongly recommend a visit to Gwanghalluwon.

MeTMeT

A delightful garden park depicting ancient times and the tale of 2 lovers (Korean Romeo n Juliet). Park is well maintained with many hanook style architectures - homes, ponds, pavilions, halls, bridges, etc. Some of the exhibits also have figurines in traditional costumes denoting life in the past. Quite a large park n the ambience here is peaceful n quiet- great for the family! Expect to spend about 2 hours plus to sight see the entire area. There are some translations (English) available but not for all exhibits. Brochures etc are in Hangul. The pavilion architecture is especially worth a closer look if one is into intricate woodwork n carving. The surrounding trees (willows etc) and other flowers lend a peaceful air to this park! Entrance fees are charged but it’s a reasonable price to pay for a nice stroll in such a park.

beneruxbenerux

2024.10.27 방문. 남원 여행을 하면서 광한루를 그냥 지나칠 수는 없으니 지리산으로 가기 전에 방문했다. 뻔한 인상이어서 뭐 볼게 있을까 하는 마음이 컸지만 막상 가보니 정원의 조경이 생각보다 잘 돼있고 분위기도 좋아 가길 잘한 것 같다. 광한루원에는 북문, 서문, 남문이 있는데 서문 앞에 큰 공영주차장이 있어 서문을 통해 진입했다. 입장료는 4천원이지만 바로 1천원 남원지역상품권을 4장 줬다. 실질적으로는 2천원인 셈. 서문에 들어서면 정면에 완월정이라는 누각이 보이는데 그 주변에 사람들이 많이 모여있었다. 뭔가 해서 가보니 연못에 사람 팔뚝만한 잉어들이 떼지어 다녔고 원앙도 많이 있었다. 잉어는 그렇다 치고 원앙이 있는 것이 특이해 찾아보니 겨울 철새인 원앙이 원래는 겨울을 나고 봄에 떠났는데 몇 년 전부터는 아예 자리를 잡고 알까지 낳아 정착했다고 한다. 사람들이 뿌려주는 잉어밥을 원앙도 먹을 수 있어서 늘 먹이가 공급되는 광한루원을 떠날 이유가 없게 된 것이다. 그렇게 수가 늘어나 지금은 100여마리가 된다고 한다. 실제로 완월정 앞에 잉어밥 자판기가 있어 사람들이 먹이를 뽑아 연못에 꾸준히 던졌고, 그 잉어밥을 잉어와 원앙이 서로 먹겠다고 경쟁하고 있었다. 원앙이 잉어밥을 먹는 것이 신기해서 우리도 사서 줘봤는데 2천원에, 종이컵 50% 정도 채워지는 양의 잉어밥이 나왔다. 잉어밥을 다 뿌린 후 오작교를 건너 광한루에 가보니 안팎 모두 정말 거대한 누각이였고 평범하지 않은 독창적인 모습을 하고 있어 뻔한 건물 아닐까 했던 처음의 생각은 그대로 깨졌다. 그리고 광한루 주변 연못, 3개의 인공섬, 춘향관, 월매집까지 모두 둘러보는 것으로 일정을 마무리했다. 서문을 빠져나오자마자 월광포차라고 해서 먹거리를 파는 상가가 있었다. 지역상품권을 준 이유가 이거였구나 싶었고 바로 쓰기로 했다. 일요일 오후 5시 기준으로 영업중인 곳이 꽤 많아 뭘 파는지 둘러봤는데 국밥부터 해서 부침개, 떡볶이, 김밥, 국수, 오뎅, 버거, 닭바베큐 등 메뉴가 생각보다 다양했고 가격도 착했다. 뭘 먹을까 하다가 닭바베큐를 포장해 숙소로 가져가기로 했다. 월광포차 거리 끝에는 남문 주차장이 있는데 이곳을 공연장으로 바꾼 후 주말마다 가수를 초청해 공연을 하는 듯 했다. 광한루 구경을 마친 사람들이 지역상품권도 쓸겸 포차 거리에서 먹을 것을 사고 공연도 보게 하는 그런 컨셉인 것 같은데 구조적으로 아주 좋은 아이디어라고 느꼈다. 이날은 자전거 탄 풍경, 김형중이 오는 것으로 돼있었는데 보고 싶었지만 숙소가 지리산에 있어 아쉽게도 포기했다. 그 전날은 김종서, 이혁, 김장훈, 김성면, 노브레인이 왔던 것 같은데 보통 이런 공연은 무명가수들이 많이 오는데 여기는 이름값 있는 가수들로 라인업을 채워 놀라웠다. 역대 초청 라인업을 보니 소찬휘, 김현철, 민경훈, 배기성 등도 있었는데 대부분은 락커였다. 락에 진심인 남원, 광한루였다. 주차는 서문 앞에 큰 공영주차장이 있고 주차비는 2천원이었다.

MANO CMANO C

It was the setting for the classic Korean novel Chunhyangjeon. It is now a garden and a pleasant place to take a stroll, and you can see Ohjakgyo, Gwanghanru, and Wolmaejip. It was still early spring, so there were no flowers in bloom. The pond was home to a flock of monkey birds, which you don't often see, and some very large carp were swimming around. Admission is free after 6pm, and the nighttime lighting is amazing, so I recommend visiting at this time.

Jean TanJean Tan

Visited Gwanghanruwon Garden in autumn. Nestled in the charming city of Namwon, this garden offers an idyllic escape, especially during the fall season with fall colors scattered around the compound. The trees were shades of red and orange, while the ginkgo trees added splashes of golden yellow. The combination of these vivid hues, set against the backdrop of traditional Korean architecture, made the garden feel like a living painting.

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