Tongyeong Sebyeonggwan Hall (통영 세병관)

Tongyeong Sebyeonggwan Hall (통영 세병관)

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Sebyeonggwan Hall, located in Tongyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do, was established in 1605 by the 6th generation commander-in-chief Lee Kyung-jun and is well known as one of the widest buildings of the Joseon period along with Gyeonghoeru Pavilion in Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jinnamgwan Hall in Yeosu-si.

Sebyeonggwan Hall is placed at the foot of Yeohwangsan Mountain and overlooks Tongyeong. Right next to the hall are the remains of the naval base Tongjeyeong, which includes Unjudang (also called Jeseungdang, a military education center for the Joseon Navy) among others.

Sebyeonggwan Hall symbolizes the ending of the war, the washing away and cleaning up of the weapons of war.

– Address : 27, Sebyeong-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

※ Presentation Information
– Information and Guides
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-55-645-3805

– Parking
Available

– Operating Hours
March-October 09:00-18:00
November-February 09:00-17:00

– Admission Fees
[Navy Headquarters/Sebyeonggwan Hall]

Individuals – Adults 3,000 won / Teenagers 2,000 won / Children 1,000 won

Groups – Adults 2,500 won / Teenagers 1,500 won / Children 800 won

* Groups: 20 people and more

* Free admission: Preschoolers (ages under 6) & Senior citizens (ages 65 and more)

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

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⊙ Seopirang Park (서피랑공원)

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Seopirang Park, located on Seopirang Hill in Tongyeong, showcases the region’s unique charm and historical significance. The park features walking trails, 99 stairs, a music garden, and piano stairs, with vibrant murals along the uphill path that make the climb enjoyable. From sunset to midnight, the park is beautifully illuminated, creating a magical atmosphere. At its summit, Seoporu, visitors are treated to stunning panoramic views of Tongyeong Bay and the city.

⊙ Gangguan Port (강구안)

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+82-55-650-4681

Gangguan Port is located in Tongyeong close to the sea, and regarded to be more full of energy compared to other ports due to the sea waves seen close by. The port is occupied by moored fishing boats and rows of restaurants that sell Chungmu-style gimbap.

⊙ Dongpirang Village (동피랑마을)

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– Tel
+82-55-650-2570

The name Dongpirang is a combination of the Korean words “dong,” meaning east, and “birang,” meaning hill in the Tongyeong dialect. In October 2007, the Tongyeong Agenda 21 association invited people throughout the nation to paint murals on the walls of Dongpirang-gil Street. Thanks to the participants’ paintings, this hillside village on the sea became a new place, revitalized by art. The view overlooking the sea and Gangguan Port is fantastic as well.

⊙ Chungnyeolsa Shrine (충렬사)

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– Tel
+82-55-645-3229

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⊙ Hanmaeum Sikdang (한마음식당)

– Tel
055-645-0971

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