Natural Dyeing Culture Center (한국천연염색박물관)

388.9105456184418m 30718 2021-12-07

379, Baekho-ro, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-335-0160

The area of Naju has long been at the forefront of the natural dyeing and silk production industry. The natural setting of fresh water from the Yeongsangang River along with the salt water from the sea are perfect for growing the plants necessary for a deep indigo color. As such, it is the only area to be recognized for its natural dyeing (Important Intangible Cultural Heritage) by the Cultural Heritage Administration. The best place to experience this local heritage is at the Natural Dyeing Culture Center. The center offers experience programs and educational programs, as well as exhibitions and sales of naturally dyed products.

Postponed: Yeongsanpo Skate Festival (영산포 홍어축제)

3.9 Km 4743 2022-05-06

Samyeoung-dong, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-61-339-8722

Yeongsanpo has 600-year history of hongeo (skate fish) fishing. At Yeongsanpo Skate Festival, visitors can get a taste of Yeongsanpo’s unique delicacy, and walk along fields of canola flowers.

Café Yeongsannaru (카페 영산나루)

4.0 Km 0 2024-02-19

28 Jumyeon 2-gil, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do

Café Yeongsannaru is a large dining café located near the Yeongsangang River Hwangpo Sailboat Quay. One of its signature dishes is the yeontan dongaseu (handmade squid ink pork cutlet). This unique black-colored dish features a thick and crispy coating, popular for its distinctive texture. With a small pond, fountain, and outdoor tables available, visitors can enjoy a leisurely time in the spacious garden.

3917 Majung [Korea Quality] / 3917 마중 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

6.0 Km 30 2021-04-01

42-16, Hyanggyo-gil, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do

Located in Gyo-dong, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do, 3917 Majung is a cultural space combining a hanok (traditional Korean house) cafe, modern cultural experiences, and hanok guesthouse. The name “3917 Majung” refers to its goal of “welcoming (majung) the modern culture of Naju in 1939 anew in the year 2017.” Spread out on a wide land area of 13,223 m2 are four buildings of Nanpajeong, Sarangchae, Mokseowon, and Siseoheon. All buildings take after the unique combination of Japanese- and Western-style housing commonly seen in the late Korean Empire period.
Nanpajeong is a pavilion constructed during mid-Joseon period, named after its most famous guest Jeong Seok-jin (pen-name: Nanpa), a scholar who led an uprising against Japanese imperialism in late Joseon period. There are two ondol (under-the-floor heating system) rooms in total, separated by a central wooden-floor hall (daecheong), one supporting 3 to 4 guests, one ideal for 2 to 3 guests. The restroom, which is also fitted with a shower booth, is located outside the building.
Eunhaengmok Room 1 and 2, which are housed in the Sarangchae building, are tatami rooms with balcony. Sarangchae’s shower and restroom is located in the building. Mokseowon is likewise made up of three tatami rooms, separated by open floor space and an attic. The shower and restroom is located outside the building. Siseoheon houses a 4-person room and the largest room in the complex, capable of supporting more than 10 guests. There are 2 restrooms and 2 restrooms with shower facilities, making the building ideal for group events.

Hyanggyo-gil 20 Café (향교길20카페)

6.2 Km 0 2024-02-19

22-1 Hyanggyo-gil, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do

Hyanggyo-gil 20 Café is a hanok café located along the Hyanggyo-gil street in Naju. Visitors can enjoy beverages in a space that preserves the beauty of tradition through the renovation of hanok architecture. One of its signature items is the Naju bae ssalppang (Naju pear-shaped rice bread), a gluten-free dessert made by filling a rice dough, incorporating Naju pears, with cream. It pairs wonderfully with traditional Korean beverages such as hongsam ssanghwacha (red ginseng medicinal herb tea) and daechucha (jujube tea).

Naju Moksanaea (나주목사내아)

6.2 Km 27859 2021-09-30

13-10, Geumseonggwan-gil, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-332-6565

Naju Moksanaea was the private residence of Naju's moksa, the title of highest official in the region. This traditional hanok house was built in 1825 and follows the traditional hanok design of a wealthy aristocrat. It is recognized as Jeollanam-do Cultural Hertiage Material.

Naju Gomtang Noanjip (나주곰탕노안집)

6.3 Km 20229 2024-02-19

1-3 Geumseonggwan-gil, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do
061-333-2053

Naju Gomtang Noanjip started as a rice soup restaurant in 1963 and has become famous nationwide for its Naju gomtang (Naju beef bone soup) specialty. The gomtang at the restaurant is boiled for several hours, resulting in a rich and flavorful broth combined with tender beef. As a local favorite, it is located in Naju Beef Bone Soup Street, making it easily accessible.

Naju Geumseonggwan Hall (나주 금성관)

6.4 Km 31183 2021-08-17

8, Geumseonggwan-gil, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-339-8613

Naju Geumseonggwan Hall was a state-run guesthouse for government officials during the Joseon period. It was the venue for ceremonial praise rituals for the king, taking place on the first and 15th of each month, as well as banquets held in honor of visiting dignitaries. The building was constructed sometime between 1475 and 1479. The building was remodeled during the Japanese occupation, but was restored to its original design in 1977.

Himart - Naju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 나주점)

6.8 Km 0 2024-04-18

11, Daeho-gil, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do

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National Center for Forest Education, Naju (국립나주숲체원)

6.8 Km 0 2024-02-19

116 Geumseongsan-gil, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do

National Center for Forest Education, Naju is a national recreational facility located on Geumseongsan Mountain. It operates customized forest education and cultural programs based on the wild tea plantation of Geumseongsan Mountain and the culture of Naju. Utilizing the facilities of the forest center and the surrounding nature, it offers various experiential programs such as forest walking, stretching, meditation, and natural dyeing experiences of Naju's traditional culture.

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