Ojukheon House
강릉 오죽헌 · Gangwon · Hanok & folk villages
Ojukheon House was where Yi I (penname Yulgok; scholar and politician of the Joseon Period) was born. It was built during the early Joseon dynasty and was designated as a Treasure in 1963 for its historical value. · · Inside the house is Mongryongsil, where Yi I was born. The household complex also features the household shrine (Munseongsa), the sarangchae (men's quarters), Eojaegak Pavilion, Yulgok Memorial Hall, and Gangneung Municipal Museum. Since 1961, the city of Gangneung has held a memorial ceremony at Yulgok Memorial Hall from October 25 to 26.
| Type | Hanok & folk villages |
|---|---|
| Region | Gangwon |
| Address | 24 Yulgok-ro 3139beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do |
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Within walking distance
right next door
Ojukheon House & Municipal Museum
right next door
Museum of Oriental Embroidery
1100 m walk
Seongyojang House
2.3 km away
Gangneunghyanggyo Local Confucian School
2.7 km away
Gangneung Metaverse Experience Center
3.1 km away
Haslla Gangneung Immersive Art Show
3.3 km away
Gangneung Myeongju-dong Streets
4.0 km away