Experience the romance of autumn in charming Jeonju.
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After an unusually hot and humid summer, the cool breezes of autumn are finally approaching. How about seeking out a special autumn romance in Jeonju during this perfect outing season? Jeonju, where the traditional essence of Korea remains intact and is imbued with graceful beauty, is a place loved by people of all ages for its historical attractions and delicate cuisine. Experiencing the culture and festivals of Jeonju and feeling the urban healing, it can be said that the Jeonju autumn is the pinnacle of travel. After the exhausting heat, let's fully immerse ourselves in the deep autumn of Jeonju, painted in golden hues, with friends, lovers, and family.
Golden Fall Foliage Spots of Jeonju
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Step into a world bathed in gold
with Jeonju's fall foliage tour.
As the cool breeze and high skies of autumn roll in, the streets of Jeonju gradually change into a robe of red. This marks the start of the most splendid time of the year: the autumn foliage season. From the massive Ginkgo trees that have withstood centuries, creating a spectacular rain of leaves within the tranquil Hanok Village, to the endlessly beautiful autumn scenery of Jeonju Hyanggyo with its yellow fall leaves, and even to the Jeonju Arboretum where the Ginkgo tree foliage is in full bloom. Let's dive deep into Jeonju's autumn ambiance filled with brilliant hues.
① Hanok Village
The autumn in Jeonju Hanok Village is adorned with numerous Ginkgo trees, providing an opportunity for picture-perfect moments against a backdrop of yellow foliage and traditional Hanok. Filled with autumnal golden hues, time spent in the village offers warmth and comfort to hearts worn out from the summer heat. The streets of the village, lined with various trees and a thick carpet of fallen leaves, are perfect for indulging in the autumn spirit. Let's enjoy the serene Hanok atmosphere while walking along the stone walls showered in falling leaves.
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② Hyanggyo
Under the blue sky, the time spent in Jeonju Hyanggyo is enriched by yellow Ginkgo leaves and brightly colored foliage, enhancing the beauty of nature. With its many old Ginkgo trees, the landscape of Jeonju Hyanggyo combined with traditional Hanok buildings exudes an old-world charm. It's hard to look away from the golden Ginkgo leaves that, when fallen, seem to mimic a field of blooming forsythias. Capture this breathtaking view in your memory.
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Closed on Mondays (If Monday is a public holiday, closed the next day)
③ Jeonju Arboretum
The Jeonju Arboretum, a place where you can heal surrounded by gorgeous autumn views and golden foliage. It boasts a beautiful landscape filled with yellow leaves, where a stroll alongside Ginkgo trees or exploring the Metasequoia foliage pathway and admiring the Pink Muhly grants a rich autumn vibe. With numerous photo zones and its distinctly Korean feel, it's a must-visit spot in Jeonju.
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Jeonju Colors with Autumn Festivals~
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The Perfect Season for Outings
Autumn has arrived, and with it, the festivals!
As the romantic season of autumn graces us with blue skies and crisp air, Jeonju transforms into a festive city. The enchanting autumn is a time when everything feels joyous and exhilarating. So why not delve a little deeper and savor Jeonju's traditional and cultural arts in a special way? From the largest book festival in South Korea to events themed around the history of the Joseon dynasty and a global music festival, there's a plethora of cultural events lined up. Shake off the fatigue from the sweltering summer heat, and let the cool breeze of Jeonju's autumn festivals envelop you.
A Gathering of Jeonju's Festivals!
Come October, under the vast autumn sky, the 'Jeonju Festa 2023' unveils a chance to witness 14 festivals brimming with Jeonju's flavor, style, and passion. Kicking off with the grand opening of the Jeonju Festa 2023 and the Jeonju Bibimbap Festival, there are a multitude of events showcasing Jeonju's unique offerings, from its cuisine, history, Hanji (traditional paper), sounds, Hanbok (traditional clothing), to other diverse cultural and artistic themes. These festivals promise to make Jeonju's autumn even more vibrant and fulfilling.
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① Jeonju Festa 2023 Opening Festival
The 'Jeonju Festa 2023 Opening Festival' marks the splendid beginning of the October festival season, filled with diverse contents unique to Jeonju, themed around taste, style, and passion (fun). The festival presents a special experience allowing visitors to enjoy both traditional and modern Jeonju through a wide range of activities like a large-scale multimedia drone show, a visit from Belly Bear, an autumn gamaek (street beer) party, traditional playland, children's dream playground, and an autumn night club. Particularly, the simultaneous hosting of the Jeonju Bibimbap Festival represents the flavors of Jeonju, further enriching the festival's offerings.
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Authentic flavors of Jeonju showcased
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A spectacular parade of performances
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Contents filled with passion and fun
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② Jeonju Bibimbap Festival
Centered around Bibimbap, one of the hallmark dishes of Jeonju, this festival offers various exhibitions, hands-on experiences, and fusion Korean dishes. This year, under the theme "Jeonju Flavor Road Bibimis", let's embark on a journey that captures the philosophy and aftertaste of Jeonju Bibimbap during the bountiful season of autumn. The festival venue promises a grand bibimbap mixing performance, Jeonju food theme zones, and various attractions based on the bibimbap concept.
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③ International Hanji Industry Fair (Jeonju Hanji Culture Festival)
Hanji, a paper with a legacy spanning a thousand years, is our precious cultural heritage that continues for millennia. This festival represents Jeonju, interpreting the multifunctional aspects of hanji into culture. Enjoy various experiences and exhibitions using hanji and discover the charm of hanji flourishing in Jeonju, a millennium-old cultural city.
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④ Jeonju Reading Festival
The identity of Jeonju as the city of transformative books is showcased in the "Jeonju Reading Festival", South Korea's premier reading culture festival. Under the slogan "Reading City, Writing Jeonju", it's decorated with various programs linked to books, including author lectures, exhibitions, experiences, and book markets. This deepening autumn, share stories of books and experience the fun and warmth books offer at the Jeonju Reading Festival
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⑤ A Walk with the King
You're invited to "A Walk with the King", where you can feel the breath of Joseon history at Gyeonggijeon in the Hanok Village, densely packed with over 700 traditional houses. This historical explanatory program allows you to enjoy Jeonju's night scenery while learning historical facts within cultural properties. As the autumn breeze gently blows, take a time-traveling journey to Joseon within an urban palace.
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Jeonju's Autumn Doorway through Books
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A Unique and Eclectic Reading Space in Jeonju
Reading and Resting in Jeonju
Autumn arrives, enriching both body and soul. As the season truly begins, the sky seems higher, igniting not only our appetite but also a surging passion for reading. The city of Jeonju, which breathes alongside books, is brimming with exclusive library travel programs, family-friendly libraries, and tranquil independent bookstores that cradle countless tales. In this breezy autumn season, let's rejuvenate our minds and embrace the wisdom offered by books in the literary city of Jeonju.
① Library Travel
Autumn, a season of high skies and heartwarming ambiance, is perfect for reading. True to its reputation as the city of books, Jeonju offers a unique program featuring its distinctive libraries. Spend a day exploring various Jeonju libraries tailored to your tastes, and enrich your journey with informative insights from guides. Brighten your splendid autumn journey with a good book awaiting you in Jeonju.
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Seohak Art Village Library
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Jeonju Film Library
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Ipapnamu Picture Book Library
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Cheotmajung-gil Traveler's Library
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② Independent Bookstore Tour
Independent bookstores offer a unique freedom of creation that you can't experience in large-scale bookstores. This also comes with the added pleasure of quaint, unique delights. Since each bookstore reflects the tastes and preferences of its owner, every book possesses its own character and vibe. This makes choosing and reading books an exceptional experience, allowing you to embark on your own literary journey. Discover the value of unrefined writings and immerse yourself in the small yet thematically rich independent bookstores of Jeonju.
Jeonju's Independent Bookstores
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Kafka Bookstore
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Gourmet Delights of Autumn in Jeonju
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Though they say we put on weight in the fall, I don't!
A true culinary journey in Jeonju!
Autumn, symbolized by the sun shining down on the bowed heads of rice, represents a season of abundant harvest. With the anticipation of autumn, this year's exceptionally hot summer fades from memory. Autumn is referred to as the best season to enjoy the great outdoors. The clear, cloudless skies make it an ideal time to savor the essence of autumn. Especially in Jeonju, known as the city of flavors, it is a prime destination as appetites heighten during fall. Immerse yourself in the myriad of autumnal delights and enjoy Jeonju's unique drinking culture on a cool evening. Experience the deepening of autumn, eat and eat again, and discover the round-the-clock flavors of Jeonju.
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The season of harvest and bounty, autumn is upon us. The vast variety of food available in the fall can be overwhelming when deciding what to try. With the refreshing breeze making it perfect for traveling, experience unforgettable gourmet dishes in Jeonju. Indulge in the perfect autumnal delicacies to satiate your appetite. Take a fulfilling autumnal culinary trip in Jeonju, where the entire country's food lovers find a stop.
Perfect Autumn Delicacies
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Bada Crab Soup
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Dasan Pig and Octopus
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Om Pang House
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Dongnae Snack
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Daurang
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Yeonwoo Fisheries
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② Jeonju Nights, Makgeolli or Gameak? No Need to Ponder~
Wherever you go in Jeonju, you'll find a perfect blend of tradition and modernity, creating a hip ambiance that continues to win hearts. Known for its bustling Makgeolli alleys and the annual Gameak Festival, Jeonju's drinking culture is quite renowned. If you're torn between visiting a Makgeolli alley or a Gameak house on your trip to Jeonju, we're here to introduce you to the heartwarming traditional rice wine, Makgeolli, and the refreshing Gameak spots brimming with the city's warmth and hospitality.
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Namdo House
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Yetchon Makgeolli
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Yeongdong Super Chicken Feet
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