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Yi Sunsin Square

Yi Sunsin Square

이순신광장 · Jeonnam · Theme parks & experiences

Yi Sunsin Square is located in Jungang-dong, Yeosu-si and contains the history and achievements of General Yi Sunsin. The square is the starting point for the history culture tourism belt and the surrounding artifacts and in May hosts the Turtle Ship Festival. The main attraction in the plaza is the life-size turtle ship which visitors can not only view from the outside but also the inside. There are also various performances on Saturdays in the plaza. ·

TypeTheme parks & experiences
RegionJeonnam
Address74 Jungang-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City

Getting there

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