VISIT JEONJU

It is a representative exhibition hall at the center of Jeonju craft culture, and it is a space that permanently showcases the works of Jeonju craftsmen such as Korean paper, pottery, metal, and woodworking. It serves as a starting point for a trip to Hanok Village and a cultural base where you can meet the spirit of traditional crafts. Snow evenly settled across the courtyard and tiled roof gently opens the beginning of the perimeter trail. With well-equipped indoor spaces, it is an ideal place to pause and rest during a winter trip, and it also serves as the photo point where hanok architecture and snowy scenery come together.

Yangsa-jae Temple is an annex of Jeonju Hyanggyo during the Joseon Dynasty, and it was a space for academics where Confucian scholars prepared for Saengwon and Jinsasi. Today, it is operated as a space that provides traditional hanok accommodation and cultural experiences, and you can feel the time of Jeonju along with the atmosphere of hanok in the place where the past and the present meet. Although the Dulle-gil walking course is not a structure that leads directly into the old house, it is a "stopover" that can be visited naturally through a road slightly away from the entrance. The snow that has settled on the roof tiles and rafters, the low eaves of the old house, and the wintry atmosphere of the yard quietly permeate the area, making it a perfect spot for a moment and a photo opportunity.

Jeonju Hyanggyo is a nationally designated Confucian academy established in the 7th year of King Taejong (1407), and is a model example that fully preserves the traditional layout of a hyanggyo, including Daeseongjeon, Myeongnyundang, Dongjae, and Seojae. As a traditional Confucian institution that has continued both educational and ritual functions, it holds exceptionally high preservation value. Jeonju Hyanggyo is well known as a year-round photography spot in Jeonju, and in winter, snow piled on its tiled roofs and stone walls maximizes a sense of still beauty. Frequently used as a filming location for historical dramas, it offers visitors snowy scenery that feels “like a scene from a drama.” The courtyard in front of Myeongnyundang is especially regarded as the best photo point for capturing snow-covered landscapes.

Hanbyeokdang counted among the Eight Scenic Views of Jeonju, is a pavilion where literary figures and scholars have enjoyed refined leisure since the mid-Joseon period. True to its name “Hanbyeok (Cold Blue),” it holds the cool, clear light of winter, and possesses deep historical and cultural value, frequently appearing in poetry and paintings. It is a scenic viewpoint where Jeonjucheon Stream and the rooflines of Hanok Village unfold neatly beneath winter light. On clear winter afternoons, sunlight reflects off the water and rooftops, creating Jeonju’s distinctive crisp snowy scenery. It is an ideal place to rest while overlooking the entire Hanok Village, with open views extending upstream along Jeonjucheon for an even broader panorama.

Chimyeongjasan Catholic Martyrs Shrine is a sacred site where records remain of Catholics from the Honam region who were martyred during the Sinhae Persecution of 1791 and the Sinyu Persecution of 1801. As a place where the histories of hiding and martyrdom have accumulated over time, it preserves important traces of the early history of Catholicism in Korea. Among the sections of the perimeter trail, this area offers the quietest and most immersive winter scenery. As snow tends to linger longer around the forest entrance and the shrine, it is especially beloved as a scenic stretch where the stillness of a winter walk. The ridge of Fatal Asset viewed from the entrance of the Holy Land creates a unique scene that can only be seen in winter.

Jeonju Natural Ecology Center is an exhibition- and education-oriented ecological facility that introduces Jeonju’s natural environment and ecological resources. Through models, videos, and various materials, it is designed to help visitors understand the Jeonjucheon wetlands, urban ecosystems, wildlife, and vegetation, making it an indoor ecological experience space that is especially popular with children and family visitors. It is a “resting point” along the perimeter trail where visitors can briefly stop to escape the cold outdoors. By shifting the flow from Hanok Village’s cultural heritage-centered route to nature and environmental content, the center serves as a suitable resting place during trekking, thanks to exhibitions that can be comfortably enjoyed even in winter.

Jaman Mural Village is a mural village created through collaboration between artists and local residents to revive the vitality of Jeonju’s old downtown area, and serves as a photo-zone hub naturally connected to Hanok Village due to its close proximity. Murals in a wide variety of styles extend throughout the alleys, creating a fresh and lively atmosphere. Jaman Mural Village is the spot with the highest satisfaction rate among repeat visitors to Hanok Village, and is especially popular for SNS photos and couple travel shots. The contrast between snow-covered alleys and colorful murals makes winter photos turn out particularly well, and the viewpoint looking down toward Hanok Village from the upper alley is especially loved by travelers.

Omokdae is a historic site where records state that Yi Seong-gye visited his hometown Jeonju after his victory at the Battle of Hwangsan, paid respects at his ancestors' graves, and held a celebratory banquet. Today, it is maintained as one of Jeonju's representative viewing points, equipped with a pavilion and observation deck. In winter, snow gently settles on the rooftops of hundreds of hanok houses, unfolding a layered panorama that resembles rolling waves. It is the most frequently visited winter spot among photographers, and a place where the finest snowy scenery is completed as golden sunlight reflects off the snow near sunset.

Jeonju Crafts Exhibition Hall is the most reliable landmark marking both the start and end of the Hanok Village Perimeter Trail, offering not only exhibitions and sales of traditional crafts but also a variety of hands-on experience programs. After completing the trail, the courtyard of the exhibition hall feels different from the beginning, carrying a calmer and deeper winter atmosphere. It is well suited as the ending point of a winter trekking journey, where travelers can conclude their walk with a warm cup of tea nearby.