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Gangam Calligraphy Museum (강암서예관)

Gangam Calligraphy Museum (강암서예관)

.0M    2024-04-07

74, Jeonjucheondong-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

The Gangam Calligraphy Museum (est. 1995) in Jeonju Hanok Village has on display over 1,000 works from famous artists such as Kim Jeong-hee (1786-1856, calligrapher, painter, & scholar), Lee Sam-man (1770-1847, calligrapher), Kim Hong-do (1745-?, artist), and Jeong Yak-yong (1762-1836, scholar). This museum also houses a seminar room for calligraphy-related events and educational programs.

Hanok Garden in Jeonju / 전주한옥마당

Hanok Garden in Jeonju / 전주한옥마당

32.6M    2025-03-05

80-13 , Jeonjucheondong-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Jeonju Hanok Garden in Jeonju Hanok Village, Jeollabuk-do, is a guesthouse combining traditional hanok charm with modern comfort. All guestrooms have a modern bathroom and toilet and a toenmaru wooden porch, while two rooms (Hope and Faith) have an additional inner floors attached to it. The room interiors have exposed wooden beams and hanji-covered walls and doors. From any room, guests enjoy a view of the beautiful yard with its jangdokdae jar store, flower pots and young pine trees.

Hakindang (학인당)

73.6M    2024-08-05

45 , Hyanggyo-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Hagindang - also known as Injae’s Old House - is the oldest house in Jeonju Hanok Village, and a designated Jeollabuk-do cultural treasure. The house was built in the royal architecture style by some of the best late Joseon artisans. The Sarangchae guestroom has two sleeping rooms and a living room, suitable for families; while the Byeoldangchae has three guestrooms, one with a tea room space. Guests can use the free minibar while contemplating the old house’s fine traditional garden.

Gyo Dong Sal Rae (교동살래)

Gyo Dong Sal Rae (교동살래)

78.0M    2024-12-23

66-1 , Jeonjucheondong-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Gyodongsallae Hanok stands close to the Namcheongyo Bridge over the Jeonjucheon Stream in Wansan-gu, Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do. The sarangchae (men’s house), anchae (women’s house) and an outbuilding provide a total of 10 guestrooms - some traditional ondol-heated rooms, some rooms with beds and one attic room. There are flower beds in the yard, and the cozy interiors are decorated with elegant fabrics and paintings. Two of the sarangchae rooms have terraces offering fine views.

Hanokstory (한옥이야기)

Hanokstory (한옥이야기)

149.8M    2024-08-05

83-14 , Eunhaeng-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Hanok Story, on Hyanggyo-gil in Jeonju Hanok Village, Jeollabuk-do, is a hanok guesthouse that harmonizes tradition with convenience. Each room is equipped with a toilet, TV and AC, and one room has cooking facilities. In the yard is a 50-year-old persimmon tree - the house’s tutelary spirit - and a cafeteria built of cypress wood. Here visitors can enjoy tea or a free breakfast, while at weekends tea ceremonies are held (but book ahead for this).

Namcheongyo Bridge Cheongyeonru (남천교 청연루)

Namcheongyo Bridge Cheongyeonru (남천교 청연루)

163.4M    2024-04-07

40 , Cheongyeong-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Namcheongyo Bridge is the main bridge to the entrance of Jeonju Hanok Village. Through "Jeonju Namcheongyo Luxury Project," the area went through renovation strengthening infrastructure and adding Cheongyeonru Pavilion to the bridge. Visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the area from the hanok pavilion or rest from the heat. 

Siwon  / 시원

Siwon / 시원

193.0M    2025-06-11

45-41 , Omokdae-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Siwon is a timber and clay-built hanok stay, part of Jeonju Hanok Village in Jeollabuk-do. It has four guestrooms, all but one with a small attic - so guests can have fun climbing up and down the ladder! The rooms have all been insulated and draft-proofed to keep visitors warm and comfortable. In the yard is a small garden and swing, and guests can play traditional games such as Tuho and Jegichagi - or even take part in a carpentry workshop. Must-see sites such as Gyeonggijeon, Jeondong Cathedral, Omokdae, and Nambu Market can all be reached on foot.

Neulbomstay (늘봄스테이)

Neulbomstay (늘봄스테이)

240.8M    2024-12-23

74-11 , Eunhaeng-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

The Traveler, located in Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do, is a pleasant place to stay for families in particular. Apart from the charm of staying in a hanok, visitors can experience traditional games of chance like the Twelve Bridges Game and the Pumpkin Wheel Game. Each room is equipped with a bathroom/toilet, and residents can use the kitchen in the main house to prepare meals.

Seohak Art Village Library (서학예술마을도서관)

Seohak Art Village Library (서학예술마을도서관)

243.1M    2024-04-06

12-1 Seohak-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Seohak Art Village Library opened June 2022 in Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do. The library consists of nearly 1,000 books, making it rather small. However, the library makes up for its size with pretty decorations, making visitors want to stay longer. The library is located in an old building that was previously a cafe and gallery, so the library feels more like a book cafe.

Gyodonggaon (교동가온)

Gyodonggaon (교동가온)

252.2M    2024-08-05

73-1 , Eunhaeng-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Gyodong Gaon is a two-story hanok stay on the main street of Jeonju Hanok Village, Jeollabuk-do. The yard contains a small garden, a jangdokdae (jar stand), a furnace and a mural that has become a popular place for photos. The upper floor guestroom Numaru (‘Loft’) offers a panorama of the village. The first floor Meomulda (‘Lodging’) guestroom has a door between bedroom and living room. Nanuda (‘Sharing’) on the 2nd floor is the largest room, while Damda (‘Contain’) and Ggumggu (‘Dreaming’) both have attics. Finally, Geurida (’Drawing’) is a room with a fine view. Traditional games such as Hoops and Tuho can be played without charge.