[Jeonju Travel Guide] Favourite Korean Drama Filming Site in Jeonju, Jeonjuhyanggyo Confucian School

Have you seen the famous Korean drama “Sungkyunkwan Scandal” starring Park Min-young, Park Yoochun, Yoo Ah-in and Song Joong-ki, and “Moonlight Drawn By Clouds” starring Park Bo-gum and Kim Yoo-jung before? If yes, then you definitely familiar with the building of Jeonjuhyanggyo. Some of the scenes were filmed at here.

General Information

Where is Jeonju Hyanggyo?

139, Hyanggyo-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeollabuk-do

전라북도 전주시 완산구 향교길 139 (교동)

What is the opening hours of Jeonju Hyanggyo?

(Summer) 9.00am - 6.00pm

(Winter) 9.00am - 5.00pm

How much is the entrance fee of Jeonju Hyanggyo?

Free

Features of Jeonju Hyanggyo

• Jeonjuhyanggyo was a local Confucian school which established during Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). It was a national educational center for rich young sons of noblemen.

• Originally it was located at Gyeonggijeon Shrine site, but unfortunately it was being destroyed during Second Japanese Invasion. Current building is the rebuilt one, retaining the traditional Korean architectural design and being registered as the Korean Historic Treasure No.379.

The Main Gate of Jeonju Hyanggyo, Day Month Gate

Daeseongjeon

The main hall, Daeseongjeon is located at the front site of Jeonju Hyanggyo. It is a Confucian Shrine Hall where the mortuary tablets of 7 Chinese Confucian scholars and 18 Korean scholars are enshrined at.

While the main lecture hall, Myeongyundang is located in the rear. In all, there are 99 rooms in the hyanggyo.

The Gate of Myeongyundang

Myeongyundang

• There is a protected gingko tree beside of Myeongyundang. The giant tree is 32 meters in height and estimated around 420 years old.

• The characteristic of Gingko tree which can repel insects, also symbolizes the virtuous spirit of seonbi. Confucian scholars should lead lives of study and integrity instead of being coveted by wealth and power.

420 years old Gingko Tree

• As you explore the elegant architecture and serene grounds of Jeonju Hyanggyo, In normal day, the school is calm and peace, you'll step back in time to a world where scholars gathered to learn and uphold the noble values of Confucianism, and able to picture how lively it was in Joseon Dynasty.

It's not just a historic site; it's a place to connect with Korea's cultural roots, to feel the echoes of scholars past, and to find inspiration in the timeless wisdom of Confucius. So, wander through these hallowed halls, soak in the tranquility of the gardens, and let Jeonju Hyanggyo transport you to a different era.

Attractions near JeonjuHyanggyo

• Pungnammun Gate

• Jeondong Catholic Cathedral

• Jeonju Hanok Village

• Gyeonggijeon Shrine

• Omokdae & Imokdae

• Nambu Market

Bon Voyage!

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