Birthplace of Empress Myeongseong (Queen Min) (명성황후 생가)

4.1Km 21897 2024-08-22

71 Myeongseong-ro, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-887-9730

This is the house where Empress Myeongseong was born and lived until she was eight years old. She would grow up to be the wife of the dynasty’s 26th ruler, King Gojong. The birthplace and the adjoining Memorial Hall are open to the public.
Empress Myeongseong was a brilliant diplomat who pursued openness and reform to maintain the sovereignty of the nation. Unfortunately, her tumultuous life came to an end in the early morning hours of October 8, 1895 when she was murdered by the Japanese army.

During Japanese colonial rule, the empress was wrongfully accused of being a jealous and overly ambitious person. Studies of various archives have since revealed what a great person she really was. Recently, numerous television productions and musicals have also corrected those misunderstandings. Renovated in 1995, her birthplace includes three buildings with servants’ quarters, master’s quarters, and a separate house. A commemorative monument now stands at the site of the room where the empress studied as a child. The Memorial Hall in front of the house contains various archives and artifacts related to Empress Myeongseong’s life.

Yeoju Bonga (여주본가)

4.4Km 24101 2024-02-23

270-3 Ganam-ro, Ganam-eup, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Yeoju Bonga, a Korean table d'hote restaurant, specializes in a variety of set menus featuring yeongyang dolsotbap (nutritious hot stone pot rice) prepared with locally grown rice from Yeoju. The restaurant's standout dishes include dwaeji bulgogi jeongsik (pork bulgogi set menu), galchi jorim jeongsik (braised cutlassfish set menu), galchi gui jeongsik (grilled cutlassfish set menu), and ganjang gejang jeongsik (soy sauce marinated crab set menu). Additionally, the jeyuk bokkeum (spicy stir-fried pork) is a popular choice as a side dish. The establishment also offers a private room, making it an ideal spot for families and friends to gather for delicious meals and engaging conversations.

Yeoju Ssalbapjip (여주쌀밥집)

6.5Km 26381 2024-02-23

126 Gangbyeon-ro, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Yeoju Ssalbapjip, located near Yeoju City Hall, serves dolsotbap (hot stone pot rice) made with rice grown in Yeoju. Visitors can feel the warmth of its hospitality through its generous dishes. In addition to its signature menu, ssalbap jeongsik (steamed rice set menu), visitors can also enjoy a variety of dishes, such as samgyeopsal gui (grilled pork belly), duruchigi (stir-fried pork), pyeonyuk (boiled pork slices), gopchang jeongol (small intestine hot pot), and samhap hongeo (skate, pork, and kimchi combo). Situated in front of the Namhangang River, it also offers an excellent opportunity for a leisurely stroll along the riverbank.

Gangcheonseom Island (강천섬)

7.0Km 2 2024-08-29

Gangcheon-ri, Gangcheon-myeon, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Gancheonseom Island, located within the Namhangang River, is famous for its beautiful nature, featuring blooming magnolias in spring and golden ginkgo tree foliage in fall. While not originally an island, the land here was often separated due to flooding during the rainy season in the past. To manage this, a channel was dug where flooding often happened. The island centers on a large grassy field, with various natural walking trails around this, as well as the Yeoju Healing Center. The field is a popular picnic spot for locals, although cooking and camping are prohibited.

Yeongneung & Nyeongneung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (여주 영릉(英陵)과 영릉(寧陵) [유네스코 세계유산])

7.2Km 29149 2024-08-22

269-50 Yeongneung-ro, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do

The Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty are the only royal tombs in the world that remain largely intact from a single dynasty spanning more than 500 years, making them a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Yeongneung is the combined tomb of the 4th ruler of Joseon dynasty, King Sejong (1397-1450) who created the Korean alphabet, and his wife Queen Soheon. Nyeongneung is the royal tomb of the 17th ruler of the Joseon dynasty, King Hyojong (1619-1659, reigned 1649-1659), and of his wife Queen Inseon (1618-1674). The Wangneung Forest here boasts spectacular fall foliage.

Yeoju Museum (여주박물관)

7.2Km 25017 2024-08-21

6-12 Silleuksa-gil, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Yeoju Museum first opened in 1997 as the Yeoju Folk History Museum, surveying and displaying the history and relics of the area. The name changed to the current Yeoju Museum in 2016 with the addition of the Yeoma-kwan Building. The museum features both permanent exhibitions and planned exhibitions, as well as offering special lectures and educational programs.

Yeoju Hwangpo Sailboat (여주 황포돛배)

7.3Km 40816 2024-02-23

Cheonsong-dong, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do

The Yeoju Hwangpo Sailboat, historically utilized for transporting goods in the Joseon period and propelled by the wind, has been recreated on the Namhangang River. It operates from the riverside recreation area to Silleuksa Temple, making the round trip seven times daily.

Yeoju Silleuksa Temple (신륵사 (여주))

7.3Km 23208 2024-08-22

73 Silleuksa-gil, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-885-2505

Silleuksa Temple is located along the upper section of the Namhangang River as it flows from Bongmisan Mountain in Yeoju. It is believed that Silleuksa Temple was built by Monk Wonhyo during the reign of Silla King Jinpyeong, but there is no evidence to prove this. The temple is famous for being a place where Naong Hyegeun stopped in 1376. The temple began to be called Boeunsa in 1472, but the name changed back to Silleuksa Temple in 1858.

Yeoju Ogoknaru Festival (여주오곡나루축제)

7.3Km 28774 2024-09-13

Cheonsong-dong, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-881-9692

Yeoju Ogoknaru Festival is a great place for visitors to see Yeoju's local agricultural products, such as rice and sweet potatoes. Various activities and events for the whole family are available as well as a market where visitors can buy local products at affordable prices.

Ilsung Namhangang Condo & Resort (일성남한강콘도&리조트)

7.3Km 31957 2021-04-28

5, Silleuk-ro, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-1566-8113

Guests can enjoy the beautiful Namhangang River at Ilsung Namhangang Condo & Resort.

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