Jeonju Donggosa Temple (동고사 (전주))

Jeonju Donggosa Temple (동고사 (전주))

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+82-63-288-1626

Donggosa Temple, located on Seungamsan Mountain in Jeonju, is a Buddhist temple of the Taego Order. The hike up to Donggosa Temple is a refreshing climb, and the temple provides a stunning panoramic view of downtown Jeonju. The temple buildings were constructed one after another along the mountain ridge, and stand in a row on either side of Daeungjeon Hall. The temple is modest and tastefully decorated with portraits of deceased great Buddhist monks and wooden Buddhist murals. The hiking trail to the right of Donggosa Temple leads to Chimyeongjasan Martyrs Ground, which is the graveyard of persecuted Catholics from the late Joseon dynasty.

– Address : 103-100, Naksujeong 2-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

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◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Chimyeongjasan Holy Ground (치명자산성지)

– Homepage
joanlugalda.com

– Tel
+82-63-285-5755

Chimyeongjasan is a sacred site for those of the Catholic faith and a famous pilgrimage attraction in the southeastern region of Jeonju. Perched upon a steep ridge of Seungamsan Mountain behind Hanbyeokdang Pavilion, the area is the final resting place of well-known Catholic couple Yu Jung-cheol (John), Yi Sun-I (Rugalda), who vowed to remained virgins for all eternity. Situated upon the couple’s grave is “Miracle Rock,” a naturally formed rock that is said to be shaped like Jesus and the Virgin Mary. The site is also home to a 4-meter-high stone cross that can be seen from as far away as Hanbyeokdang Pavilion.

The 200-meter prayer hike named “The Golgotha Way of the Cross” is one of the most popular pilgrimage routes for Catholics visiting the mountain area. Leading up from the parking lot and Monmartre Square (rest place), the entire path to the summit is strewn with flowers, making the prayer walk an ideal place for a stroll and some quiet meditation.

⊙ Baramssoeneun-gil Road (바람쐬는길)

– Homepage
tour.jeonju.go.kr

Baramssoeneun-gil Road is the name of the path leading from Jeonju Eco Museum to Hanbyeok Tunnel. The pathway’s name comes from the breeze that blows along the way, making it great for taking a walk. The road was also selected by the Korea Tourism Organization as one of the locations great for traveling with pets. There is also a bicycle rental station located along the road. Hanbyeok Tunnel at the end of the path is famous as a filming site for the drama “Twenty-five Twenty-one (2022),” with many people taking photos here as the main characters.

⊙ Hanbyeokdang Pavilion (한벽당)

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– Homepage
tour.jeonju.go.kr

– Tel
+82-63-281-5139

Located in Jeonbuk State, Hanbyeokdang Pavilion has been designated as a Tangible Cultural Property. The pavilion was built as part of a country house for a civil official from the Joseon dynasty. In the past, many writers often sought out Hanbyeokdang Pavilion to find inspiration in their writing. The pavilion is well known for the vista it offers of the beautiful surrounding mountains, thus making it one of the eight scenic beauties of Jeonju.

⊙ Hanbyeok Tunnel (한벽터널)

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A number of romanic and heartwarming scenes were filmed in the Hanbyeok Tunnel surrounded by ivy in the drama series “Twenty-Five Twenty-one.” This place often appeared in scenes where to two main protagonists encouraged each other or soothed pain. It also appeared in the scene where the two broke up. 

⊙ Jaman Mural Village (자만마을 벽화갤러리)

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– Homepage
www.jeonjuhanoktown.com

Jaman Mural Village is located on a hillside across the road from Jeonju Hanok Village. The village was formed by Korean war refugees resettling where they could, and remained as a small village interlaced by narrow pathways. In 2012, over 40 murals were created as a part of a city project and became popular for photographs. Many of the houses have been converted into cafes, guesthouses, and restaurants.

⊙ Jeonju Hanbyuk Cultural Center (전주한벽문화관)

– Homepage
http://www.jt.or.kr/

Jeonju Hanbyuk Cultural Center is a complex cultural space for performances and exhibitions located in Jeonju Hanok Village. Visitors can see Jeonju Madang Changgeuk and the “FANTASIE” series of performing arts, which is a genre-neutral performance of Eastern and Western works. The exhibition room displays paintings, sculptures, and engravings. The center provides traditional cultural experience programs, such as traditional food cooking, hanji (traditional Korean paper) crafts, tea ceremonies, and folk paintings. Traditional weddings are also available in the center.

⊙ Today [Korea Quality]오늘[한국관광 품질인증]

– Tel
+82-507-1348-1522

Today is a private hanok stay near the old Hyanggyo Confucian school in Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do. Accommodation consists of two bedrooms, living room, two bathrooms and a kitchen. There’s an indoor jacuzzi which guests will find soothes away weariness – especially with added Dead Sea salt (provided). The living room has a beam projector for movies; alternatively guests can play traditional games such as yutnori, gonggi, and gogu. In the backyard, there is a swimming pool, and also a fire pit where guests can make a barbecue and chat while staring at the fire.

⊙ Saranggadeuk (사랑가득)

– Homepage
http://saranggadeuk.kr 

– Tel
+82-10-7451-3355

Located in Jeonju Hanok Village, Saranggadeuk is a traditional hanok that was renovated from a traditional hanok built in 1900, which retains the elegance of hanok architecture in its toenmaru (narrow wooden porch), rafters, and eaves. The hotel has six guest rooms, including a spacious ondol (underfloor heated) room with an interior finished in cypress wood that emits a subtle scent. Each of the rooms has a bathroom with a shower, and the Cherry and Rose rooms are recommended for couples, while the Azalea rooms are recommended for groups. Breakfast is served with freshly baked toast, seasonal fruits, and coffee in the room, and cooking is not permitted.

⊙ Bu Yong Heon / 부용헌

– Homepage
http://www.buyongheon.com

– Tel
+82-10-8875-8587

Buyongheon is a Hanok stay in Jeonju Hanok Village, Jeollabuk-do, right next to the Jeonju Hyanggyo Confucian School. Accomodation is comprised of Toenmaru Bang, Daecheong Maru Bang, Large Daecheong Maru Bang and Big Sarangchae. The room is neat and feels the beauty of blank space. A culture experience program includes traditional etiquette and hanji making, while the Jeonju Hanbyeok Cultural Center and the Confucian school are reachable on foot. Jeonju Station and Jeonju Express Bus Terminal are 10 to 15 minutes away by car.