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Jeonju Hanok Village [Slow City] (전북 전주 한옥마을 [슬로시티])

Jeonju Hanok Village [Slow City] (전북 전주 한옥마을 [슬로시티]) · © KTO · KOGL Type 1

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Jeonju Hanok Village [Slow City] (전북 전주 한옥마을 [슬로시티])

Jeonju Hanok Village [Slow City] is a curated attraction in Korea — full details, hours, and access info on the official Korea Tourism page.

ROOTIconic stop curated by Korea Tourism OrganizationEnglish-friendly

Why go

Jeonju Hanok Village, located in Jeonju, North Jeolla Province, is one of Korea's largest and best-preserved clusters of traditional hanok architecture, with roughly 700 tile-roofed wooden houses spread across a walkable neighborhood. Designated a Slow City, the area encourages unhurried exploration of Korean heritage through its craft workshops, fermented food culture, and Joseon-era streetscapes. Visitors can try on hanbok, sample the city's celebrated bibimbap and makgeolli, and browse studios producing traditional paper, fans, and lacquerware. The village sits adjacent to Gyeonggijeon Shrine, adding a layer of historical significance.

Quick highlights

  • Around 700 traditional hanok buildings preserved in one walkable district
  • Designated Slow City status promotes heritage-focused, unhurried tourism
  • Gyeonggijeon Shrine, a Joseon royal portrait hall, borders the village
  • Hands-on workshops cover hanji paper, fans, and lacquerware crafts
  • Jeonju bibimbap and makgeolli are locally celebrated culinary staples