The Face Shop [Tax Refund Shop] (더페이스샵)

18.8Km 2024-04-22

385-16, Nammun-ro, Namwon-si, Jeollabuk-do

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Gwanghalluwon Garden (광한루원)

18.9Km 2025-10-23

1447 Yocheon-ro, Namwon-si, Jeonbuk-do

Originally known as Gwangtongnu, Gwanghalluwon Garden was built by Hwang Hui Jeongseung in 1419 during the reign of Joseon dynasty’s King Sejong. Because of its outstanding beauty, Governor Jeong In-ji gave the garden the name "Gwanghallu" in 1444, comparing it to a garden from the palace on the moon. It is famous as the location where Lee Mong-ryong and Chunhyang (two lovers from a well-known Korean folk story) first met. In the 1920s Chunhyangsa Temple was established in the neighboring area and a portrait of Chunhyang was hung in a place of honor. The garden is the venue of the Chunhyangjae Festival every spring, celebrating the deep and lasting love of the famous couple. The area around Gwanghalluwon Garden is full of many attractions, including Ojakgyo Bridge, symbolizing the bridge connecting Chilseok and Gyeonwu from the traditional story of Chilseok; and Chunhyang Hall, Wolmae-jip (house of Chunhyang's mother), Wanwoljeong Pavilion, Yeongjugak Pavilion, Samsinsan and many other traditional buildings.

Gwanghallu Pavilion (광한루)

18.9Km 2024-04-07

1447, Yocheon-ro, Namwon-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-620-6172

Rebuilt in 1638 (the 16th year of King Injo), Gwanghallu Pavilion is one of the Joseon dynasty’s most exemplary structures. The pavilion was constructed in 1419 by Hwang Hui, a noted prime minister in the early Joseon dynasty, during his exile to Namwon. The name of the pavilion at that time was Gwangtongnu. In 1434, while the pavilion was undergoing reconstruction, scholar and politician Jeong In-ji called it Gwanghallu after Gwanghancheongheobu, the mythical palace on the moon. Designated as Treasure No. 281, the pavilion is one of four major pavilions known for excellent craftsmanship, along with Yeongnamnu Pavilion (Miryang), Chokseongnu Pavilion (Jinju), and Bubyeoknu (Pyeongyang). Gwanghalluwon Garden, which consists of Gwanghallu Pavilion, a pond, Bangjangjeon Pavilion, and Yeongjugak Pavilion form Historic Site No. 33.

Sinsikdang (신식당)

18.9Km 2024-12-26

전라남도 담양군 담양읍 담주2길 18-13
061-382-9901

Established in 1932, this restaurant has been passed down through four generations. One of its unique qualities is making its own fermented soybeans, soy sauce, and red chili paste, giving its dishes a rich and deep flavor.

Namwonyechon by Kensington (남원예촌)

19.0Km 2024-12-24

17 , Gwanghanbuk-ro, Namwon-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-636-8001

Namwonyechon in Namwon, Jeollabuk-do, combines the beauty of traditional hanok with the convenience of a hotel. In summer, rooms with daecheongmaru are popular, and in winter, you can cozy up to an oakwood fire. A hanbok experience, pansori and gayageum performances, and a traditional games experience are provided free of charge. Residents get a free entry pass with mapae(a certificate to allow officials to use horses) to nearby Gwanghalluwon Garden, Chunhyang Theme Park, and Baekdudaegan Ecological Education Center. Room minibars are also free of charge.

Unknown Hotel (언노운호텔)

19.0Km 2024-12-23

27 , Damju 1-gil, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-382-2600

The Unknown Hotel in Damyang, Jeollanam-do, stands out because of its dramatic use of color, inspired by the extraordinary light and color of Edward Hopper’s interiors. There is a range of rooms, all with comfy king-size beds. The Signature Room has two bedrooms and a living room with a six-person table suitable for meetings and family gatherings. Guests can rent a bicycle from the hotel and enjoy a bike ride to Juknokwon Bamboo Forest, Gwanbangjerim Woods, and Redwood Road.

Deokinkwan (덕인관)

19.1Km 2024-12-26

전라남도 담양군 담양읍 죽향대로 1121
061-381-7881

Originally opened in 1963 under the name ‘Deokin Eumsikjeom,’ this establishment boasts over 60 years of history. It is run by Park Gyu-wan, a designated Korean Food Grand Master No. 82, specializing in meat (grilled galbi). Initially, the restaurant served Korean table d’hote focused on galbi, but it has since evolved into a tteokgalbi specialty restaurant. The restaurant uses Korean cow beef ribs marinated in the master’s secret sauce.

Cheonghakdong Hoegwan (청학동회관)

19.1Km 2024-04-07

31 Gwanseodang-gil, Namwon-si, Jeonbuk-do

This restaurant has 60 years of tradition. As a traditional Korean house, it has a small pond with a watermill. The restaurant serves Namwon’s authentic Korean table d’hote, featuring about 20 dishes. The representative Cheonghakdong Set Menu includes Jeolla region's delicacies, such as hongeo samhap (skate, pork, and kimchi combo), braised galbi, Yeonggwang gulbi (dried yellow croaker), and japchae. The restaurant also has private rooms for family and groups who wish to dine in a more quiet manner.

Gudam Village (구담마을)

19.2Km 2024-04-07

49, Cheondam 1-gil, Imsil-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-644-9051

Located at the beginning of the Seomjingang River, the steep banks in Gudam Village are covered in maehwa (plum blossoms) in white and red. While strolling along the 3-kilometer-long path of the riverside that connects Gudam Village to Cheondam Village, tourists will be impressed by the beautiful scene created by the plum and cherry blossoms. The village became more and more famous thanks to its cozy ambience created by the Seomjingang River, plum blossoms and Zelkova at the mouth of the village, attracting visitors to enjoy a walking trip. The village has also served as a filming location for movies, including the film "Spring in My Hometown (1998)."

Damyang Apzip (담양앞집)

19.2Km 2024-12-26

전라남도 담양군 담양읍 죽향문화로 22

This restaurant is famous for serving Damyang tteokgalbi (Grilled Galbi Patties), served alongside noodles. They use local produce and focus on enhancing the ingredients’ natural flavors. When you order tteokgalbi here, it’s presented on a large plate with a salad, much like a Western-style brunch. Their housemade noodles, crafted from a blend of buckwheat and Damyang bamboo leaves, are also a standout.

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