Exploring Wayari Mural Village in Nonsan
It’s been a long time since I visited Nonsan.
Nonsan is a place I remember as a training center.
While searching for places to visit in Nonsan, I came across Wayari Mural Village.
Curious about nearby attractions, I found out that there’s also Wayari Mural Village close by!
I didn’t know before that searching for attractions nearby could yield such results.
Is this something AI can do?
What a convenient world we live in!
Mural villages are common in various regions, but each has its unique characteristics and charm.
That’s probably why I tend to stop by whenever I see a mural village.
When I first arrived at Wayari Mural Village, I was greeted by a cat.
As I took photos, the cat became a delightful subject.
Though it seemed to walk elegantly, it was also cautious of me.
Today, I felt like the fashionista of this area!
Cats might have expressionless faces, but they are more fun to photograph than dogs.
Maybe it’s because they are masters of keeping a straight face?
Don’t worry, I won’t bother you.
Is it because I don’t have treats?
The murals seem to have faded a bit over time.
However, this fading might tell a story of time passing.
The vintage feel could be a distinctive feature of this mural village.
Retro is popular these days, right?
Using film cameras is also in vogue.
Perhaps the traces of time provide healing to people.
Murals brighten up the village.
For tourists, they provide great photo opportunities.
I hope more mural villages will emerge in various locations.
It would be nice if there were a small café in this village.
Since there’s no café in the mural village, I thought it would be great to have a space to relax.
Or perhaps we could enjoy coffee at a community center?
Would they happily serve coffee if I asked?
Even without a map, I found my way easily.
Walking slowly through Wayari Mural Village allowed me to quickly learn the layout.
The name Wayari feels quite unique.
Does it mean 'come'?
In winter, I was the only one in the alley.
There wasn’t even a café around.
Instead, I found a vending machine that may or may not work.
If there was snow, it would have been even better.
But the sun melted it quickly.
The paintings exude warmth.
I can imagine the village elders gossiping together in the warm spring.
Half of Korea's population lives in the metropolitan area, and other regions are heading toward extinction.
However, more people are traveling to small villages.
Perhaps they are tired of the busy city life?
For rural elders, having conversations can bring joy.
The scenery of farming is peaceful.
Even a short walk in winter can be chilly.
Still, visiting Gwancheoksa and Wayari Mural Village is highly recommended as they are very close.
Nonsan has many national heritage sites.
For those interested in national heritage, it could be a fun place to explore.
Here are some nearby attractions:
- Sanggye Temple
- Nogang Confucian Academy
- Donam Confucian Academy
- Wonhyang Bridge
- Myeongjae House
- Noseong Fortress
- Mineaegyo Bridge
- Yeonsan Amusement Park
- Chungheon Temple
- Gwancheoksa
Source :https://blog.naver.com/sinmunman/224174310874
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