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Gangneunghyanggyo Local Confucian School

Gangneunghyanggyo Local Confucian School

강릉향교 · Gangwon · Palaces & heritage

Hyanggyo (local Confucian school) is an educational institution from the Joseon era. It housed memorial tablets for esteemed Confucian scholars, such as Confucius and Mencius, and hosted commemorative services. Gangneunghyanggyo consists of traditional hanok buildings, including Daeseongjeon Shrine, used for rites; Myeongryundang Lecture Hall, a space for education; and the East (Dongjae) and West (Seojae) Dormitories, where students resided. Today, Seokjeon (rite to honor Confucius and Confucian scholars) is held every spring and fall.

TypePalaces & heritage
RegionGangwon
Address29 Myeongnyun-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
HoursOpen 24 hr
ClosedN/A (Open all year round)
ParkingAvailable (Free)

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