Jeonnam-Gwangju Special City
Places to visit in Naju-si
Historic town architecture and burial mound culture remain along the Yeongsangang River. Explore Geumseonggwan, Moksa Naea, museums, and riverside villages by theme.
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Places to visit
22 placesBitgaram Lake Park Observatory
A viewpoint overlooking a lake park and the surrounding city in central Naju. Enjoy different views from the hill and the waterside walking paths.
View on mapDorae Village, Hong Gi-ok House
A house in Dorae Village with old traditional homes and stone walls. Take a quiet walk through the village lanes and look around the low tiled-roof house and its courtyard.
View on mapFormer Naju Station
A preserved single-story station building from the old Naju Station. Explore the history of railways and the region around the station and nearby memorial spaces related to the Student Independence Movement.
View on mapNamgomun Gate
The southern gate of Naju Eupseong Fortress. Look around the tiled gate pavilion above its low stone wall, then continue your walk through the old town.
View on mapNampa Historic House
A traditional house preserved in Namnae-dong, Naju. See how the inner quarters, men's quarters, and servants' quarters are arranged around the courtyard.
View on mapGeumseonggwan Hall
A traditional building that served as the guesthouse of Naju-mok. Explore the wooden hall and its large tiled roof in front of the spacious courtyard.
View on mapNaju Mok Culture Center
An exhibition space introducing the history and culture of the former Naju-mok district. Learn about the area's role and stories as part of a visit to the old government site.
View on mapNaju Magistrate's Residence
A traditional house where the magistrate of Naju lived. Explore Geumhakheon, with its low tiled roof, courtyard, and old trees.
View on mapJeongsuru Pavilion
A wooden pavilion that served as a gate to the Naju government office. See its raised wooden floor, tiled roof, and surrounding historic sites.
View on mapNaju Hyanggyo Confucian School
A former center for education and ancestral rites in the district. Explore the tiled buildings, broad courtyard, and walls to see how this traditional school was laid out.
View on mapWansacheon Well
A historic site preserving and restoring an old spring. Learn about the stories surrounding it by the low stone well and nearby rest area.
View on mapYeongsanpo History Gallery
A local history exhibition in a former bank building. Explore the changes in daily life and streets in Yeongsanpo.
View on mapJapanese Modern-Era House
A Japanese-style modern-era house preserved in Yeongsanpo. Explore the wooden building and small garden to see what architecture looked like at the time.
View on mapYeongmojeong Pavilion
A traditional pavilion surrounded by forest and gardens. Take in the view of its pillars, wooden floor, and tiled roof among the trees.
View on mapBaekho Literature Museum
A space introducing the writing and life of Baekho Im Je. Explore the exhibitions and the surrounding views that open toward the Yeongsan River.
View on mapNaju Natural Dyeing Museum
A museum introducing the materials and methods of natural dyeing. Learn about the dyeing process and culture through exhibitions and activities.
View on mapNaju Bogam-ri Tombs Exhibition Hall
An exhibition hall introducing the tombs of Bogam-ri and ancient burial practices in the Yeongsan River basin, including jar burials. Learn about the tomb structures and excavated artifacts.
View on mapNational Naju Museum
A museum introducing the ancient cultures of the Yeongsan River basin. Learn about tombs, jar burials, and daily life through the artifacts and exhibitions.
View on mapBannam Ancient Tombs
A group of tombs that appear like low hills across the plain. Walk along the maintained paths and explore the ancient burial culture of the Yeongsan River basin.
View on mapNoan Catholic Church
A modern-era red-brick church preserved in Naju. Look around its small tower, arched windows, and courtyard, while being considerate of religious activities.
View on mapBulhoesa Temple
A temple in the forest of Deongnyongsan Mountain. Explore Daeungjeon Hall, the other temple buildings, stone guardian figures, and nearby forest paths.
View on mapJungheung Gold Spa and Resort
A resort area with lodging and water facilities near Naju Lake. Check operating information for the facilities you plan to use before visiting.
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Scenes of the area
- Bitgaram Lake Park Observatory and Dorae Village, including Hong Gi-ok's House.
- Geumseonggwan and Naju Mok Culture Center.
- Wansacheon Stream and Yeongsanpo History Gallery.
- Naju Natural Dyeing Museum and Naju Bokam-ri Ancient Tombs Exhibition Hall.
- Bulhoesa Temple and Jungheung Gold Spa and Resort.