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Address

63, Unjeong-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
강원도 강릉시 운정길 63 (운정동)

Type

Old Houses/ Birth houses/Folk Villages

Inquiries

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-33-648-5303,
+82-33-646-3270, +82-33-646-4270

Homepage

www.knsgj.net (Korean only)

• Information
  Introduction
  Seongyojang is the former upper class residence of the Naebeon Lee (1703-1781) noble family of Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do Province. It was designated Important Folklore Material No. 5 in 1967. The meaning of "Seon", in Seongyojang, is boat. Gyeongpo Lake was directly in front of Seongyojang at the time it was built, thus making is accessible by boat. Gyeongpo Lake at one time reached the enormous circumference of 12km. Its size has reduced by 4km over the years and its depth has decreased by 1-2 meters.
  
  It is said that 10 generations of descendents of Naebeon Lee have continued to live at Seongyojang. KBS (Korean Broadcasting System) has selected this residency as one of the top 10 most well preserved original dwellings in Korea that was constructed over the past 300 years.
  
  Yeolhwadang is considered the most important structure on the property, as the male owner of the property resided in this building. This structure was given the name "Yeolhwadang" in order to promote happiness and joy among the relatives living there. Presently one can see a terrace that was added on courtesy of Russia.
  
  Another important structure here is the picturesque Hwallaejeong. This structure was built in 1816 and is located just inside the main entrance. The lotus flower filled pond just in front of this building makes for a setting just as one might see in a traditional Korean painting.
  
  Telephone
  +82-33-646-3270
  
  Fax
  +82-33-648-5302
  
  Current Status
  Important Folklore Material No. 5 (Designated on April 20, 1967)
  
  Activity Information
  Traditional food culture experience, folk game experience, etiquette experience, calligraphy school, performance experience, bride school, signboard rubbing experience, etc.
  
  Operating Hours
  March-October: 09:00-18:00
  November-February: 09:00-17:00
  
  Parking Facilities
  Available
  
  Admission Fees
  Adults (ages 19-64): 5,000 won / Groups: 3,500 won
  Youths (ages 14-18): 3,000 won / Groups: 2,000 won
  Children (ages 8-13): 2,000 won / Groups: 1,000 won
  
  * Groups: 30 people or more
  * Free admission for those using the Traditional Culture Experience Center
  * Seniors (ages 65 or older), military, people with disabilities, and men of national merit: Youths rate applies.
  
  Available Facilities
  [Accommodations]
  Hanok stay (Traditional Korean house)
  
  Korean Info. Service
  Culture interpreter (make a reservation in advance for the tour time)
  
  Interpretation Services Offered
  Available in English (Must make a reservation in advance for culture explanation service)
  Inquiry: Cultural Tourism Department in Gangneung-si
  
  Pets
  Not permitted
  
  
• Tourist Sites

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    Museum of Oriental Embroidery (동양자수박물관)

    Region : Gangneung-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Museums
    The Museum of Oriental Embroidery, opened January 11, 2011, exclusively displays the beautiful works crafted by women of the past. Over 500 pieces of Oriental e...

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    Ojukheon House (오죽헌)

    Region : Gangneung-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Monuments/ Historical Sites
    Ojukheon House gets its name from the many black bamboo trees that surround it. It was here where Sinsaimdang (1504-1551) lived and where her son Yi I (penname ...

  • 

    Ojukheon House & Ojukheon Municipal Museum (강릉시 오죽헌•시립박물관)

    Region : Gangneung-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Museums
    Ojukheon is an important house which shows the lifestyle of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). It is one of the oldest preserved Korean houses. In Mongryongsil roo...

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    Gyeongpodae Pavilion (강릉 경포대)

    Region : Gangneung-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Monuments/ Historical Sites
    Gyeongpodae Pavilion is famous for the view of the moon on the 15th day of the first lunar month. It is a large, tall pavilion, and its architectural feature- a...

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    Charmsori Gramophone & Edison Science Museum (참소리축음기 & 에디슨과학박물관)

    Region : Gangneung-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Museums
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• Accommodation

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    Hyusim Pension ([한옥스테이]휴심펜션)

    Region : Gangneung-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Hanok
    This pension is like a small housing museum, consisting of a tile-roofed house, a thatched house, a log house made with red-clay, and a shingle-roofed house. Yo...

  • 

    Sebin Motel - Goodstay (세빈호텔)

    Region : Gangneung-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Inn/Motel
    Located near Gyeongpodae Beach in Gangneung City, the Sebin Motel is decorated with vivid interior items, and strives to maintain a clean and hygienic environme...

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    Gangneung MGM Hotel - Goodstay (MGM 호텔)

    Region : Gangneung-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Inn/Motel
    Located at Gyeongpo Beach in Gangneung City, which attracts tourists all year round, the Gangneung MGM Hotel offers guests perfect services and pleasant guestro...

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    Four Season Hotel Gangneung (포씨즌비치관광호텔)

    Region : Gangneung-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Tourist Hotel
    Gangneung Four Season Hotel is located on the northern end of Gyeongpo Beach. Located merely 50 meters from the ocean, the hotel offers 4.4m-wide windows in its...

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    Jungang 4th Gangneung Guest House - Goodstay
    강릉게스트하우스 중앙점[우수숙박시설 굿스테이]

    Region : Gangneung-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Inn/Motel
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• Restaurants

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    Terarosa (Imdang Branch) (테라로사 (임당점))

    Region : Gangneung-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Bars/ Cafes/ Clubs
    Terarosa, situated in Imdang-dong, downtown Gangneung since 2003, serves a wide selection of coffee from various countries in a small and snug ambiance. They of...

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• Transportation
  Directions
  From Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminal, go to right for 150m.
  At the intersection, take Gangneungdaero (강릉대로) road.
  Go 150m and then take Bus 202.
  Get off at Seongyojang House (강릉선교장) bus stop.