Discovering History and Culture: A Journey Through South Jeolla Province
Hello! This is your guide to Namdo (South Jeolla Province) travel!
How about a trip where you can directly experience history and feel the culture?
South Jeolla Province is filled with historical attractions where the past and present blend harmoniously.
Especially in the regions of Mokpo, Gangjin, Haenam, and Yeongam, you can experience various historical sites and culture from the Joseon Dynasty to the modern era.
This time, we'll introduce you to the charming historical destinations in South Jeolla Province, where tradition and culture come alive, perfect for visiting in February!
Mokpo – A Time Travel to Modern History
Mokpo is a modern historical city that developed under the influence of the West and Japan after its port opened in 1897.
Mokpo, where various cultures came and went through the sea route, retains traces of that time, giving you the feeling of traveling through time.
In particular, the modern buildings built at the time of the port opening remain throughout the streets, making it an interesting experience just to walk around.
• 1897 Open Port Culture Street: Mokpo is full of modern houses and shops where you can see the process of changing into a port city after the opening of the port.
• Mokpo Modern History Museum: It is an exhibition hall where you can see the opening and modern history of Mokpo at a glance, and you can see the lifestyle of the time.
• Dongbonwon Temple: A Japanese Buddhist temple built in the 1930s, it retains the traditional Japanese architectural style. It is currently used as a cultural event and exhibition space.
✨ Recommendation: Stroll through the Open Port Culture Street and feel the atmosphere of the past while looking at the modern houses and shops.
Gangjin – Dasan Jeong Yak-yong and the Scent of Korean Lyric Poetry
Gangjin is a place where practical learning, literature, and traditional crafts of the Joseon Dynasty are deeply rooted.
It is also where Jeong Yak-yong, a scholar of practical learning in the late Joseon Dynasty, studied while in exile, and where Kim Yeong-rang, a master of Korean lyric poetry, was born.
In addition, it has been the center of celadon production since the Goryeo Dynasty, and continues to this day.
In Gangjin, you can visit secluded pavilions and serene birthplaces where you can feel the contemplation of Joseon Dynasty scholars, and even experience making traditional pottery.
• Dasan Chodang: It is the place where Jeong Yak-yong, a scholar of practical learning in the late Joseon Dynasty, wrote Mokminsimseo while in exile, and you can experience the depth of contemplation and learning.
• Yeongrang's Birthplace: Kim Yeong-rang, a master of Korean lyric poetry, spent his childhood here, and the persimmon tree and spring that became the subject of his poems remain.
• Goryeo Celadon Museum: Gangjin-gun has a large-scale Goryeo celadon kiln site from the Goryeo Dynasty.
At the Goryeo Celadon Museum, you can experience the history of Gangjin, which was the center of celadon production during the Goryeo Dynasty, and the excellence of celadon.
✨ Recommendation: Experience the history and beauty of Goryeo celadon at the Goryeo Celadon Museum. The Gangjin Celadon Festival will be held from March 3rd to 10th, so it's a great time to visit!
Haenam – UNESCO World Heritage Temple and Joseon Dynasty Aristocratic Culture Experience
Haenam is located at the southernmost tip of the Korean Peninsula and is a beautiful region with vast seas and vast lands.
Here, you can experience Buddhist culture and the life of an aristocratic family of the Joseon Dynasty at the same time.
Haenam has been famous as a place of exile since ancient times, and traces of scholars of the Joseon Dynasty studying here still remain.
In addition, Daeheungsa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located here, so you can enjoy a quiet temple trip in the deep mountains!
• Daeheungsa Temple: A temple designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, take a walk along the quiet forest path and feel the atmosphere of the ancient temple. Temple stay programs are also available for a unique experience.
• Nokwoodang: It is the head house of Yun Seon-do, a writer of the Joseon Dynasty, and is a cultural property where you can get a glimpse into the life of an aristocratic family. However, the Sarangchae (men's quarters) is not open to the public, and it is closed every Monday, so please check before visiting.
✨ Recommendation: Imagine the lives of the old scholars in Nokwoodang, where traditional Korean houses and gardens are in harmony.
Yeongam – Traditional Village and Ancient Temple Trip from the Samhan Period
Yeongam is a historically deep town formed since the Samhan period, and is a place where Buddhist culture and traditional villages are well preserved.
This is where Dogapsa Temple, an important center of Korean Buddhism, is located, and it is a historic temple where the Dharma lamp has been passed down since its foundation at the end of the Silla Dynasty.
In addition, there is Gurim Village, which has a history of over 2,000 years, so you can see the unique scenery of traditional houses and old trees that have been passed down since the Samhan period.
Take a historical trip to Yeongam as if you have returned to the past!
• Dogapsa Temple: A historic temple founded at the end of the Silla Dynasty, it is a traditional Buddhist historic site where the Dharma lamp continues to this day.
• Gurim Village: A village formed since the Samhan period, it has a history of over 2,000 years, and you can feel the old atmosphere as traditional houses and old trees remain intact.
✨ Recommendation: It is a healing trip just to take a slow walk around the quiet temples and old villages.
South Jeolla Province is full of special places where you can actually experience history and culture beyond just tourist attractions.
Purify your mind at a quiet temple, take a time trip through the modern streets, and get a glimpse into the lives of Joseon Dynasty scholars!
How about enjoying various programs such as temple stays and traditional Korean house experiences in addition to simple sightseeing on this trip to South Jeolla Province?!
Then, see you in Namdo!
Source :https://blog.naver.com/namdokorea/223757770452
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