National Center for Forest Education, Naju (국립나주숲체원)

15.0 Km 0 2024-02-19

116 Geumseongsan-gil, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do

National Center for Forest Education, Naju is a national recreational facility located on Geumseongsan Mountain. It operates customized forest education and cultural programs based on the wild tea plantation of Geumseongsan Mountain and the culture of Naju. Utilizing the facilities of the forest center and the surrounding nature, it offers various experiential programs such as forest walking, stretching, meditation, and natural dyeing experiences of Naju's traditional culture.

Manyeonsa Temple - Hwasun (만연사(화순))

15.1 Km 20049 2020-03-27

367, Jingak-ro, Hwasun-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-374-2112

Manyeonsa Temple is known to have been built in 1208, the fourth year of King Heejong’s (r. 1204-1211) reign during the Goryeo dynasty.

It is said that Manyeonsa Temple was constructed by Great Monk Manyeon after he dreamt of 16 nahans, Buddha’s disciples, preparing to build a temple to preserve Buddha’s statue when taking a short nap during his journey back to Songwangsa Temple in Jogyesan Mountain from Wonhyosa Temple in Mudeungsan Mountain. When he awoke from his nap, he noticed that snow had completely covered his nearby surroundings except for the exact spot where he lied down, which remained so warm that snow had melted and steam was rising from the ground. He then settled in the area by building a dugout where he continued to practice asceticism and later built Manyeonsa Temple.

The temple was partially destroyed during the Korean War (1950) and restoration efforts were made in 1978.

Jusangjeolli Cliff of Mudeungsan Mountain (무등산 주상절리대)

15.3 Km 28509 2020-06-05

San 354-1, Yongyeon-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-227-1187

The Jueangjeolli cliffs are rock pillars of various hexagonal shapes that seem as if they were hand carved. The Jusangjeolli cliffs of Mudeungsan Mountain consist of Seoseokdae, Ipseokdae, and Gyubong Rocks formed about 70 million years ago. Ipseokdae and Gyubong Rocks are both of a distinct pillar shape as they have been heavily weathered, and Seoseokdae, which was less weathered, looks like a folding screen. The Neodeolgeong (cluster of rocks), which sit on the mountain slope, were made when stone pillars collapsed. The standing rocks and Neodolgeong have been designated as Natural Monuments due to their rarity and uniqueness.

Naju Geumseonggwan Hall (나주 금성관)

15.4 Km 31183 2021-08-17

8, Geumseonggwan-gil, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-339-8613

Naju Geumseonggwan Hall was a state-run guesthouse for government officials during the Joseon period. It was the venue for ceremonial praise rituals for the king, taking place on the first and 15th of each month, as well as banquets held in honor of visiting dignitaries. The building was constructed sometime between 1475 and 1479. The building was remodeled during the Japanese occupation, but was restored to its original design in 1977.

Gwangjuho Lake (광주호)

15.5 Km 44755 2020-06-09

Chunghyo-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-266-0032

Gwangjuho Lake is located at the base of the Mudeungsan Mountain, which creates a beautiful view. Many people come to the lake not only for the relaxing setting, but also for fishing. Near the upper stream of the lake there are beautiful arbors built during the Joseon dynasty that display the traditional garden culture of that time. One of these arbors is the Sikyeongjeong Pavilion, a historic site written about by Jeong Cheol, a famous statesman and poet during Joseon dynasty.

Naju Moksanaea (나주목사내아)

15.5 Km 27859 2021-09-30

13-10, Geumseonggwan-gil, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-332-6565

Naju Moksanaea was the private residence of Naju's moksa, the title of highest official in the region. This traditional hanok house was built in 1825 and follows the traditional hanok design of a wealthy aristocrat. It is recognized as Jeollanam-do Cultural Hertiage Material.

Naju Gomtang Noanjip (나주곰탕노안집)

15.5 Km 20229 2024-02-19

1-3 Geumseonggwan-gil, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do
061-333-2053

Naju Gomtang Noanjip started as a rice soup restaurant in 1963 and has become famous nationwide for its Naju gomtang (Naju beef bone soup) specialty. The gomtang at the restaurant is boiled for several hours, resulting in a rich and flavorful broth combined with tender beef. As a local favorite, it is located in Naju Beef Bone Soup Street, making it easily accessible.

Sane Flower [Korea Quality] / (주)산에는 꽃이피네 [한국관광 품질인증]

15.5 Km 7470 2020-09-03

20-1, Dongnyeok-gil, Dado-myeon, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-4612-4232

‘Flowers Blossoms in the Mountains’ is a hanok-style accommodation located between the House of Hong Gi-chang, a local cultural heritage, and Gyeeun Historic House (or the House of Hong Gi-eung; National Folklore Cultural Heritage No. 151) in Dorae Hanok Village. Built in 1917, the house was built with carefully selected high-quality wooden materials without using nails. It was renovated for use as tourist accommodation in 2011, opened as a hanok style of accommodation in 2013, and renovated again in 2014. On this occasion, the old doors were replaced and made into the tables that stand in the grassy courtyard. The house has a total of 4 rooms. Each room can accommodate up to 2 to 4 people. Each room is equipped with a kitchen, bathroom, air-conditioner, TV, toiletries, plates, and so on. This well-insulated hanok house is decorated with hanji (traditional Korean paper handmade from mulberry tree) and various antique items. Tables are available for guests in the courtyard, of which a stylish stone-paved corner stands out in particular. There is a walkway established by Naju City in front of the house, and a vegetable garden near the house. Guests can see gourds and sponge gourds in the yard and acorn trees on the hill behind the house. In addition, the Metasequoia Street that runs through the grounds of the Naju Forest Resource Institute is just one minute’s drive from the house. Moreover, as the village contains many houses that are classed as cultural heritages, the owner guides guests around them at weekends. Surrounding tourist attractions include Bulhoesa Temple and Najuhyanggyo Confucian School.

Hyanggyo-gil 20 Café (향교길20카페)

15.6 Km 0 2024-02-19

22-1 Hyanggyo-gil, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do

Hyanggyo-gil 20 Café is a hanok café located along the Hyanggyo-gil street in Naju. Visitors can enjoy beverages in a space that preserves the beauty of tradition through the renovation of hanok architecture. One of its signature items is the Naju bae ssalppang (Naju pear-shaped rice bread), a gluten-free dessert made by filling a rice dough, incorporating Naju pears, with cream. It pairs wonderfully with traditional Korean beverages such as hongsam ssanghwacha (red ginseng medicinal herb tea) and daechucha (jujube tea).

Doraemi House [Korea Quality] / 도래미 [한국관광 품질인증]

15.6 Km 4413 2024-06-26

18-26 , Dongnyeok-gil, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-336-3646, +82-10-6604-6621

Doraemi House in Dorae Village, Naju, Jeollanam-do, is a hanok stay with a bonchae (‘main house’), a sarangchae (men’s house) and a byeolchae (‘reception room’). The bonchae has two bedrooms with a hidden attic space. The sarangchae has a living room with bedrooms on either side; while the byeolchae, atop a low hilll, has a single cozy room. A walk along a forest road takes you to a pavilion by a pond. Next to the bonchae is a quiet and tranquil reading room.

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