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The Battle of Myeongnyang Memorial (명량대첩해전사 기념전시관) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3
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The Battle of Myeongnyang Memorial
The Battle of Myeongnyang Memorial is located next to the narrow strait called Uldolmok, between Haenam and Jindo.
Why go
The Battle of Myeongnyang Memorial is located next to the narrow strait called Uldolmok, between Haenam and Jindo. Uldolmok is the site where Admiral Yi Sunsin, under his command, defeated over 300 Japanese warships with only 13 Korean ships during the Japanese Invasion of Korea in 1592 (1592-1598). The exhibition hall commemorates the Myeongnyang Battle and displays weapons used during the Japanese Invasion of Korea in 1592. Visitors can also observe the turbulent currents of Uldolmok from the skywalk. Official location: 12 Gwangwang leisure-ro, Munnae-myeon, Haenam-gun, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City. Visiting hours: 09:00-18:00. Closure information: Mondays. Parking: Available. Admission information: Adults: 2,000 won / Teenagers: 1,500 won / Children: 1,000 won. Information contact: +82-61-532-1330.
Quick highlights
- Public memorial museum on the 1597 Battle of Myeongnyang
- Admiral Yi Sun-sin's most celebrated naval victory of the Imjin War
- 13 surviving Joseon vessels defeated much-larger Japanese naval force
- One of the most decisive Korean military victories in history
- Pairs with broader Myeongnyang Strait scenic itineraries