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Arirang Literature Museum (조정래 아리랑문학관)

Arirang Literature Museum (조정래 아리랑문학관)

18.7Km    2024-04-07

24, Yongseong 1-gil, Gimje-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-540-3934

Located in Gimje, Jeollabuk-do, Arirang Literature Museum (Jo Jung-rae Arirang Literature Museum) was opened in May, 2003. The museum displays materials related to Jo Jung-rae’s novel "Arirang," a work praised to have x_heightened Korea's literature standards in aspects of cultural, literary, and popular value. "Arirang" takes place during the time of Japanese colonization, vividly describing the pain and common racial values which people shared as a whole amidst the suffering and efforts that were made to bring Korea's independence a step closer.

Okjeongho Lake Gujeolcho Theme Park (옥정호 구절초테마공원)

19.4Km    2025-01-16

Maejuk-ri, Jeongeup-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-539-6171

Okjeongho Lake Gujeolcho Theme Park was officially formed in 2006 in an area that used to be called Manggyeongdae Terrace. Out of the park’s 12 hectare of land, approximately 5 hectare of land is filled with Gujeolcho (Siberian chrysanthemum) and a pine tree forest. The park also has walking paths and rest areas for visitors to enjoy.

Bibinakan (비비낙안)

Bibinakan (비비낙안)

19.9Km    2025-11-06

26 Bibijeong-gil, Samnye-eup, Wanju-gun, Jeonbuk-do

Climbing the steep stairs leading to Bibinakan affords one a view of the open lawn and view of the cafe where BTS members sat comfortably. The scenery of Wanju and the leisurely flow of the Mangyeonggang River as well as downtown Jeonju can be seen in a panoramic view without obstruction. Especially when the sun goes down, the sunset over the river is spectacular scenery.

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Bibinakan, along with Oseongje Reservoir and Awon Museum and Hotel, is considered one of the refreshing spots in Wanju favored by BTS members. While you enjoy healthy organic drinks and take in the panoramic views, you can understand why BTS chose this location.