Rebuilt in 1638 (the 16th year of King Injo), Gwanghallu Pavilion is one of the Joseon dynasty’s most exemplary structures. The pavilion was constructed in 1419 by Hwang Hui, a noted prime minister in the early Joseon dynasty, during his exile to Namwon. The name of the pavilion at that time was Gwangtongnu. In 1434, while the pavilion was undergoing reconstruction, scholar and politician Jeong In-ji called it Gwanghallu after Gwanghancheongheobu, the mythical palace on the moon. Designated as Treasure No. 281, the pavilion is one of four major pavilions known for excellent craftsmanship, along with Yeongnamnu Pavilion (Miryang), Chokseongnu Pavilion (Jinju), and Bubyeoknu (Pyeongyang). Gwanghalluwon Garden, which consists of Gwanghallu Pavilion, a pond, Bangjangjeon Pavilion, and Yeongjugak Pavilion form Historic Site No. 33.
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- Admission Fees Individuals Adults 3 000 Won Teenagers 2 Children 1 500 Br Group Br Ages 19-64 13-18 7-12 Group 30 People Or More Free Admission Preschoolers 6 And Younger Senior Citizens 65 Older
- Parking Fees Sedan 2 000 Won One-day Parking 30 Monthly Br Mini Bus 15 Seats Or Under 16 More 4 60 Truck 1 Ton Over 3 45
- Inquiry and guidance 1330 Travel Hotline 82-2-1330 Br Korean English Japanese Chinese Br For More Info 82-63-620-6172
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- Rest day N A Open All Year Round
- Hours of operation April-october 08 00-21 00 18 Free Admission Br November-march 00-20
location
1447, Yocheon-ro, Namwon-si, Jeollabuk-do