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Address

626, Namgang-ro, Jinju-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
경상남도 진주시 남강로 626 (본성동)

Type

Palaces/ Fortresses/ Gates

Inquiries

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-55-749-5171

Homepage

www.jinju.go.kr
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)

• Information
  Introduction
  Jinjuseong Fortress, which is historically linked to the Japanese invasion in 1592, was originally named Geoyeolseong Fortress during the Three Kingdom Period, later renamed as Chokseokseong Fortress in the Goryeo Dynasty and finally settled as Jinjuseong Fortress in the Joseon Dynasty. The reinforced stonewall has a circumference of approximately 1,760m, 5m-8m in height and contains three wells and springs. According to Ha Ryun’s Seongmungi in Donggukyeojiseungnam Record, the castle had been frequently destroyed by the Japanese invasion and was later reinforced by Jinju’s minister, Kim Jung-gwang during the fifth year of Goryeo Woo King’s reign (1379). During this period, the circumference was 800 bo(pace), with Uijeongmun Gate to the east, Jijemun Gate to the north, and Yehwamun Gate to the south. Outside the castle, Cheongcheon River flows in the west and Namgang River in the south and a pond lies between the castle and the trench dug during the war times. As a fortress to safeguard from the Japanese attacks, it blocked the Japanese from advancing toward Honam during the 25th year of Joseon Seonjo King’s reign (1592). Within the temple lies Chokseoknu, Kim Shi-min Memorial, Uigisa Shrine, Seojangdae, Bukjangdae, Changyeolsa shrine, Jinju National Museum, Hoguksa Temple, and an outdoor stage.
  
  Current Status
  Historic Site No.118 (Designated on January 21, 1963)
  
  Operating Hours
  09:00-18:00
  
  Parking Facilities
  Available
  - Gongbukmun Parking (large-sized parking: 15 spaces / small-sized parking: 13 spaces)
  - Health Center Parking Lot (small-sized parking: 62 spaces)
  - Jinjuseong Fortress Tour Bus Parking Lot (tour bus parking: 14 spaces)
  
  Parking Fees
  Small-sized cars: 500 won for first 30-min / 200 won for each additional 10-min
  Large-sized cars: 1,000 won for the first 30-min / 400 won for each additional-10 min
  * Free parking fee at the tour bus parking lot of Jinjuseong Fortress
  
  Admission Fees
  Adults: 2,000 won / Group: 1,400 won
  Youths: 1,000 won / Group: 600 won
  Children: 600 won / Group: 400 won
  * Group: 30 or more people
  
  Pets
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• Tourist Sites

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    Chokseongnu Pavilion (촉석루)

    Region : Jinju-si Gyeongsangnam-do
    Type : Monuments/ Historical Sites
    Standing grandly above the rocky cliffs of Namkang River is Chokseongnu Pavilion, arguably one of the most beautiful ‘nugaks’ (multi-storied building without wa...

  • 

    Jinju National Museum (국립진주박물관)

    Region : Jinju-si Gyeongsangnam-do
    Type : Museums
    Jinju National Museum is located within Jinju Castle. After opening in 1984, it reopened in 1998 under the name of “Imjin Waeran Specialty Museum”. The exhibits...

  • 

    Gyeongnam Culture & Arts Center (경상남도문화예술회관)

    Region : Jinju-si Gyeongsangnam-do
    Type : Auditoriums
    Gyeongnam Culture and Arts Center is located along the Namgang River in Chilam-dong, Jinju. Construction began in 1984 and the center was opened on August 29, 1...

• Accommodation

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    Lotte Motel - Goodstay (롯데모텔 [우수숙박시설 굿스테이])

    Region : Jinju-si Gyeongsangnam-do
    Type : Inn/Motel
    Lotte Motel is a residential type of accommodation facility, recommended for business travelers and other guests with a need for extended stays. The hotel is lo...

  • 

    Dongbang Hotel (동방관광호텔)

    Region : Jinju-si Gyeongsangnam-do
    Type : Tourist Hotel
    The 10-story Dongbang Hotel stands along the banks of the Namgang River, a major symbol of Jinju City. The unique combination of the Giwa (Korean-style roof til...

• Restaurants

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    Seoul Kkakdugi (서울깍두기)

    Region : Jinju-si Gyeongsangnam-do
    Type : Korean Food
    Seoul Kkakdugi specializes in traditional Korean cuisine such as galbi, which is marinated for about 48 hours, and meat stock comprised of various seasonings wi...

  • 

    Cheonhwang Sikdang (천황식당)

    Region : Jinju-si Gyeongsangnam-do
    Type : Korean Food
    Cheonhwang Sikdang is located near Jungangsijang. It is a Korean-style house that has been remodeled into a great restaurant. Since this restaurant has been aro...

• Shopping

  • 

    Home Plus - Jinju Branch (홈플러스 - 진주점)

    Region : Jinju-si Gyeongsangnam-do
    Type : Discount Shops
    Home plus Jinju is a discount retail store closely located to Jirisan Mountain, Samcheonpo, and the South Sea, so it draws many travelers. The store carries a w...

• Transportation
  Directions
  From Jinju Intercity Bus Terminal.
  Walk 10-15min following the signs for Jinjuseong Fortress.
  
  OR
  From Jinju Express Bus Terminal or Jinju Station.
  Take a taxi to Jinjuseong Fortress. (10min)