Photo: Entrance to Cheongnyeon (Youth) Mall
A quaint and peaceful breeze sings in tune with the punggyeong
bells as the warm sunlight gently taps on your shoulders. This is the
image of Jeonju that many rave about after visiting, and words like
these can take you back to the city’s many charms and attractions.
Popular sites like Hanok Village are the most well-known, but there are many more captivating places to be discovered, including Cheongnyeon Mall, Deokjin Park, Jeonju Zoo, and more. This column will outline some of these attractions, guiding you to the unique areas of Jeonju’s lesser-known.
Popular sites like Hanok Village are the most well-known, but there are many more captivating places to be discovered, including Cheongnyeon Mall, Deokjin Park, Jeonju Zoo, and more. This column will outline some of these attractions, guiding you to the unique areas of Jeonju’s lesser-known.
Beautiful lotus flower walkways in Deokjin Park
Photo: Lotus flowers at Deokjin Park and Yeonjijeong Pond
Deokjin Park
is one of the largest and most popular green areas in Jeonju. Every
year near the end of June, the place bursts to life with lotus flowers
in full bloom. Due to such a breathtaking view of its landscape, the
park has earned the nickname “Deokjin Chaeryeon,” where chaeryeon
is the term for floral patterned palanquin. A musical fountain operated
at nighttime gives the place a romantic, calm environment, attracting
visitors at late hours as well.
In order to enjoy the best view of the flowers, take the Yeonhwagyo Bridge, which crisscrosses the giant patch of lotus flowers. On the midway point of the bridge, the three-story Yeonhwajeong Pavillion offers great panoramic views of the picturesque area.
In order to enjoy the best view of the flowers, take the Yeonhwagyo Bridge, which crisscrosses the giant patch of lotus flowers. On the midway point of the bridge, the three-story Yeonhwajeong Pavillion offers great panoramic views of the picturesque area.
- More Info
- ☞ Address: 390, Gwonsamdeuk-ro, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeollabuk-do
☞ Admission: Free
☞ 1330 Korea Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
Meet animal friends and plant life at Jeonju Zoo
Photo: Jeonju Zoo
Next stop is Jeonju Zoo, located just about 1 kilometer away from Deokjin Park.
The park was opened first in 1978 with 106 different species and about
670 animals in total. During the cherry flower season in mid April, the
park stays open until night hours, giving more time for groups of
families and others to have an eye-opening, experiential time.
Besides the zoo, the property also houses an amusement park called DreamLand, where children are sure to be entertained the whole day without a second to be bored. Adrenaline junkies can get their fill on the roller coaster, and other thrill seekers can find plenty of fun on the pirate ship ride, in the ghost house, as well as 12 other exciting attractions available.
Besides the zoo, the property also houses an amusement park called DreamLand, where children are sure to be entertained the whole day without a second to be bored. Adrenaline junkies can get their fill on the roller coaster, and other thrill seekers can find plenty of fun on the pirate ship ride, in the ghost house, as well as 12 other exciting attractions available.
- More Info
- ☞ Address: 68, Sori-ro, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeollabuk-do
☞ Admission: Adults 1,300 won / Teens & Military Personnel 600 won / Children 400 won
☞ Hours:
March-October: 09:00-19:00, Admission closes at 18:00
November-February: 09:00-18:00, Admission closes at 17:00
☞ 1330 Korea Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
New hot spot, Jeonju Nambu Traditional Market & Night Market
Photo: Jeonju Nambu Traditional Market & Night Market
If you are a traveler seeking to experience the local culture, a must stop for you is Jeonju Nambu Traditional Market, which is located near Pungnammun Gate
of Hanok Village. The exact date of establishment is still unknown,
but experts postulate the market must be as old as Pungnammun Gate,
meaning it would have been built during the middle of the Joseon
Dynasty (1506-1637). According to folklore, the Jeonju Nambu Traditional Market was once highly influential in determining the national market price of rice.
Despite the large grocery retailers in Korea putting smaller, traditional markets out of business, Jeonju Nambu Traditional Market continues to thrive and flourish, just as bustling as it always was.
The energy in the market doubles once you go up to the second floor of Jeonju Nambu Traditional Market. Shops and stalls on this floor, called Cheongnyeon Mall (literally “youth mall”), have a different, more youthful style. Equipped with younger looks and a more energetic atmosphere, 35 shops in total attract people with delicious and affordable local foods as well as ethnic food ranging from a variety of countries. The night market opens on Fridays and Saturdays, starting at 6 p.m., and draws in large crowds every week.
Despite the large grocery retailers in Korea putting smaller, traditional markets out of business, Jeonju Nambu Traditional Market continues to thrive and flourish, just as bustling as it always was.
The energy in the market doubles once you go up to the second floor of Jeonju Nambu Traditional Market. Shops and stalls on this floor, called Cheongnyeon Mall (literally “youth mall”), have a different, more youthful style. Equipped with younger looks and a more energetic atmosphere, 35 shops in total attract people with delicious and affordable local foods as well as ethnic food ranging from a variety of countries. The night market opens on Fridays and Saturdays, starting at 6 p.m., and draws in large crowds every week.
- More Info
- Jeonju Nambu Traditional Market
☞ Address: 19-3, Pungnammun 1-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeollabuk-do
☞ Hours: Closed on Sundays (varies by store)
☞ 1330 Korea Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
Night Market
☞ Address: Street stretching from the northern gate of Nambu Traditional Market to the main entrance of Cheongnyeon Mall
☞ Hours: Fridays and Saturdays only / 18:00-24:00
☞ 1330 Korea Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
Cheongnyeon Mall: Overflowing with youthful energy
Photo: Sign to Cheongnyeon Mall (left) / Map showing market directions (right)
The Cheongnyeon Mall, housed on the 2nd floor of Jeonju Nambu Traditional Market,
was not founded for commercial purposes, but rather a start-up ground
for young entrepreneurs to stimulate low employment rates. Previously,
the place was mostly used for storage, but now 32 unique stores
successfully operate here.
Their charming and creative interiors and exteriors add more reason to visit each shop, including self-made murals, interesting maps, and posters with catchy phrases. Businesses in Cheongnyeon Mall have extended to restaurants, bars, handicraft stores, coffee shops, galleries, board game rooms, and more, all offering a high quality service that defeats the stereotype of traditional markets. Cheongnyeon Mall is open all year round, however, open hours may vary by store.
Their charming and creative interiors and exteriors add more reason to visit each shop, including self-made murals, interesting maps, and posters with catchy phrases. Businesses in Cheongnyeon Mall have extended to restaurants, bars, handicraft stores, coffee shops, galleries, board game rooms, and more, all offering a high quality service that defeats the stereotype of traditional markets. Cheongnyeon Mall is open all year round, however, open hours may vary by store.
- More Info
- ☞ Address: 2F of Nambu Traditional Market (19-3, Pungnammun 1-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeollabuk-do)
☞ Hours: Closed on Sundays (varies by store)
☞ 1330 Korea Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
Jeonju’s famous street foods not to be missed!
No journey is complete without some lip-smacking morsels to munch on, and Jeonju Hanok Village [Slow City]
is no exception. Street food in Jeonju is known to be as mouthwatering
as it is diverse, and many visit the city for the sole purpose of
grabbing a bite of these delicacies! From skewered octopus to vegetables
broiled over charcoal, and assorted dumplings with various fillings to
deep fried twisted bread, there is no shortage of tempting choices to be
had. Unique eateries near Gyeonggijeon Shrine, Jeondong Catholic Church, and Omokdae are also worth a try!
Photo: Street burger “Gilgeoriya” (top left) / Twisted bread stick “Mojeong kkwabaegi” (top right) /Handmade dumplings “Daurang” (bottom left) / Skewered octopus and vegetables “Munkkochi” (bottom right)
- * Gilgeoriya burger: Marinated pork, onion,
cabbage, and Cheongyang peppers mixed in with a special sauce and
stuffed into a baguette bun, this burger will fill you up to the brim.
- Price: 4,000 won - * Mojeong kkwabaegi: A scrumptious work of art, you won’t be able to put down this light, non-sweet snack.
- Price: 2,000 won - * Daurang dumpling: From giant pan-fried whole
shrimp and fried dumplings to stir-fried glass noodles and dumplings
fried until golden brown, there are over 10 different styles of homemade
dumplings to choose from.
- Price: 1,500 won - 2,000 won - * Munkkochi: Plump octopus tentacles on a
skewer and fried golden brown, this morsel is perfected with bonita fish
and covered with a special sauce. Its delectable taste gets rid of the
smell of the octopus, so even people who don't like the smell can try it
without hesitation.
- Price: 3,000 won
- ☞ Related Column
- A Heartwarming Trip to Jeonju Hanok Village
* This column
was last updated on July 2015, and therefore information may differ
from what is presented here. We advise you to check details from the
official website before visiting.
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