Jeonju Jeondong Catholic Cathedral (전주전동성당)

3.5Km 2024-05-27

51 Taejo-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Jeondong Catholic Cathedral in Jeonju was built in honor of Roman Catholic martyrs of the Joseon dynasty on the very same spot the martyrs lost their lives. The land was purchased by French Priest Baudenet in 1891 (28th year of King Gojong), but construction of the church did not begin until 1908. Construction was completed in 1914, a time during which Korea was under Japanese rule. Though originally built just outside of Pungnammun Gate, the site of the martyrs, the church was later moved to its current location for expansion.

The first Romanesque building in the Honam region, Jeondong Catholic Cathedral is made of gray and red bricks and bears a striking resemblance to the Myeongdong Cathedral in Seoul, also designed by Priest Poinel. Not only considered one of the most beautiful Catholic churches in Korea, some even go so far as to say it is one of the most beautiful structures in all of Korea, citing the church’s unique combination of Byzantine and Romanesque architectural styles. The rectangular building is topped with three Byzantine bell towers (to the right, center, and left) and boasts arched ceilings, several of which meet in the form of a cross.

It is interesting to note that some of the bricks used in construction of the church were made using materials from the Jeonjueupseong Walled Town, which was torn down by the Japanese. It is also said that the cornerstone of the church came from a wall of Jeonjueupseong Walled Town near Pungnammun Gate.

Olive Young - Jeonju Pyeonghwa Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 전주평화점)

3.5Km 2024-06-27

#106, 4680, Moak-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

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Royal Portrait Museum (어진박물관)

3.5Km 2024-04-07

44, Taejo-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82- 63-231-0090

Opened on November 6, 2010, the Royal Portrait Museum is one of the newest attractions of Jeonju, located within the Gyeonggijeon Shrine. Royal Portrait Museum is a valuable museum as a new tourism resource of Jeonju as well as Gyeonggijeon Shrine and the Portrait of King Taejo, as well as other various high-class exhibitions to preserve, manage, and enhance the glorious cultural assets of Joseon royal family. The museum is comprised of one above-ground level and one underground level with an area of 1,193.71 square meters. The Portrait of King Taejo and six other king’s portraits (Portrait of King Sejong, King Yeongjo, King Jeongjo, King Cheoljong, King Gojong, and King Sunjong) are exhibited on the first floor. The portraits are preserved in temperature- and humidity-controlled cases. In addition, the museum houses History Hall, Palanquin Hall, a planned exhibition hall, resting area, management office and storage room for relics. Palanquin Hall exhibits Hyangjeong (Palanquin for Incense Burner and Case), Sinyeon (Palanquin for Royal Portrait and Palanquin for Mortuary Tablet), Chaeyeo (Palanquin for High Officials), Gagyo (Palanquin for Ritual Items) featuring Korea’s sole preserved palanquin. History Hall houses approximately 80 relices related to Gyeonggijeon Shrine and Jogyeong Shrine, ancestral ritual ceremony, building, and others relics. Since the museum's opening, it makes continual efforts to become a central place for Jeonju residents to fulfill their cultural feelings. The museum operates various program like exploring famous historic sites in Gyeonggijeon Shrine, hands-on programs such as a guard experience to protect the shrine, and duplicating Gyeonggijeon Shrine’s relics using traditional portrait-making techniques.

Fine day (좋은날)

3.5Km 2024-12-23

37-7 , Jeondongseongdang-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-10-2607-3326

A Fine Day is a hanok stay on Jeondong Cathedral Street, Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do, which combines hanok tradition with modern convenience. The wood floor and red clay-lined walls and ceilings are a pleasure to wake up to. The rooms are well heated and have toilets, shower booths and bidets. From the wooden porch guests can enjoy a beautiful sunny garden planted with wildflowers and trees. Nearby attractions include Gyeonggijeon, Omokdae, Jeondong Cathedral and Nambu Market (great for food!).

Jeonju Waengi Kongmulgukbap Specialty Restaurant (전주 왱이콩나물국밥전문점)

3.5Km 2025-07-14

88 Dongmun-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
063-287-6980

Jeonju Waengi Kongmulgukbap Restaurant, located next to Dongmun Art Street in Jeonju, is a local favorite. The restaurant serves only one dish, kongnamul gukbap, rice soup with bean sprouts. With the crunchy texture of bean sprouts and a rich broth made with anchovy and seafood, this hearty meal is perfect to enjoy after exploring nearby tourist attractions.

Gyeonggijeon Shrine (경기전)

3.5Km 2025-10-23

44 Taejo-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

A registered Historic Site, Gyeonggijeon Shrine was founded in 1410 and holds the portrait of King Tae-jo, the founder of the Joseon dynasty. The shrine was originally given the name Eoyongjeon, but was changed to its current name in 1442, the 24th year of King Sejong the Great. The structure was partially destroyed during the Imjin War (1592-1598), and was restored in 1614. Gyeonggijeon Shrine is beloved by the locals and tourists for its elegance and the lush tree groves in the middle of the city.

Jeonju Hanok Village Traditional Performance Parade (한옥마을전통연희 퍼레이드-노상놀이야)

3.6Km 2025-04-24

44 Taejo-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-236-1577

The Jeonju Hanok Village Traditional Performance Parade is packed with various street performances, allowing visitors to experience Jeonju’s folk culture on the streets. During the parade, visitors can witness Jeonju Gijeopnori, a representative traditional performance of Jeonju, Madang-nori, a traditional performance featuring dance, music, and storytelling through various forms, or sing along to folk labor songs.

Bongi Seolleongtang (봉이설렁탕)

3.6Km 2024-04-07

576, Baekje-daero, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-271-0912

Seolleongtang (ox bone soup) is Korea's representative health food rich in protein. The best menu at this restaurant is ox bone soup. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jeonju-si, Jeollabuk-do.

Seohak Art Village Library (서학예술마을도서관)

3.7Km 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.

Jeonju Crafts Exhibition Hall (전주공예품전시관)

3.7Km 2024-05-28

15 Taejo-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-281-1610

Jeonju Crafts Exhibition Hall promotes the beauty of traditional Korean crafts, and is made up of a Craft Hall, Special Exhibition Hall, and Experience Hall, Visitors can see traditional art works from master artisans as well as creative works from up-and-coming artists and designers. Visitors can also create their own handcrafted items in one of their many programs.

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