Gwanghalluwon Garden
광한루원 · Jeonbuk · Parks & nature
Originally known as Gwangtongnu, Gwanghalluwon Garden was built by Hwang Hui Jeongseung in 1419 during the reign of Joseon dynasty’s King Sejong. Because of its outstanding beauty, Governor Jeong In-ji gave the garden the name "Gwanghallu" in 1444, comparing it to a garden from the palace on the moon. It is famous as the location where Lee Mong-ryong and Chunhyang (two lovers from a well-known Korean folk story) first met. In the 1920s Chunhyangsa Temple was established in the neighboring area and a portrait of Chunhyang was hung in a place of honor. The garden is the venue of the Chunhyangjae Festival every spring, celebrating the deep and lasting love of the famous couple. The area around Gwanghalluwon Garden is full of many attractions, including Ojakgyo Bridge, symbolizing the bridge connecting Chilseok and Gyeonwu from the traditional story of Chilseok; and Chunhyang Hall, Wolmae-jip (house of Chunhyang's mother), Wanwoljeong Pavilion, Yeongjugak Pavilion, Samsinsan and many other traditional buildings.
| Type | Parks & nature |
|---|---|
| Region | Jeonbuk |
| Address | 1447 Yocheon-ro, Namwon-si, Jeonbuk-do |
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- Mar 14, 2026 – Dec 12, 2026K-Gugak Stage
- Mar 25, 2026 – Nov 25, 2026Namwon Gugak Concert with Tea and Talk: Dadam
