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Seongyojang House (강릉 선교장)
- Address
- 63, Unjeong-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
강원도 강릉시 운정길 63 (운정동) - Type
- Old Houses/ Birth houses/Folk Villages
- Inquiries
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• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-33-648-5303,
+82-33-646-3270 - Homepage
- www.knsgj.net (Korean only)
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Information
Introduction
Seongyojang is the former upper class residence of the Naebeon Lee (1703-1781) noble family of Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. 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. The house is in fact 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.
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.
Current Status
Important Folklore Material No. 5 (Designated on April 20, 1967)
Activity Information
Traditional culture experiences
* Please refer to the official website for more information and/or inquire via phone.
Operating Hours
March-October: 09:00-18:00
November-February: 09:00-17:00
Parking Facilities
Available
Admission Fees
Individuals: Adults 5,000 won / Teenagers & Seniors 3,000 won / Children 2,000 won
Groups: Adults 3,500 won / Teenagers & Seniors 2,000 won / Children 1,000 won
* Adults (Ages 19-64) / Teenagers (Ages 14-18) / Children (Ages 8-13)
* Groups: 30 people or more
* Free admission for those using the Traditional Culture Experience Center
Available Facilities
Seongyojang House Museum, Daily Living Artifact Exhibition, Education Hall, Folk Item Workshop, Accommodations
Restrooms
Available
Parking Fees
Free
Korean Info. Service
Culture interpreter (make a reservation online one week in advance for the tour time)
Interpretation Services Offered
Culture interpreter (make a reservation online one week in advance for the tour time)
Pets
Not permitted (Certified guide dogs allowed)
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