Ojukheon
오죽헌 · 강릉시
A wooden building built in the Joseon Dynasty.
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11 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Ojukheon3:23
Welcome to Ojukheon, a profoundly significant historical estate located in the beautiful coastal city of Gangneung. As you step onto these hallowed grounds, you are entering one of the oldest and most revered traditional…
Listen in the app2The Approach and the Scholar's Statue2:45
As you begin your journey past the main ticketing area, where the modest entrance fee grants you access to centuries of preserved heritage, you are greeted by a wide, welcoming pathway that sets a contemplative tone for your…
Listen in the app3Jagyeongmun Gate3:04
As we continue our carefully considered walking route through the grounds of Ojukheon, we approach a significant architectural and spiritual threshold known as Jagyeongmun. This stately gate serves as the formal dividing line…
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You have now arrived at the architectural and historical heart of the estate, the magnificent Ojukheon Byeoldang, which houses the famed Mongryongsil. This detached annex is a masterpiece of early Joseon architecture and holds…
Listen in the app5Munseongsa Shrine2:57
A short walk from the birthplace brings us to a space of profound reverence and quiet contemplation, the Munseongsa Shrine. This solemn structure was erected specifically to enshrine the portrait and honor the enduring spirit of…
Listen in the app6Sarangchae, Anchae, and the Scientific Chimneys2:54
Stepping away from the solemnity of the shrine, we enter the primary living quarters of the historic estate, consisting of the Sarangchae and the Anchae. In traditional Joseon society, residential spaces were strictly segregated…
Listen in the app7Ojegak and Unanmun Gate2:48
As we navigate further through the historical layers of Ojukheon, we approach a secluded area encircled by a beautiful, rustic stone wall. To enter this distinguished space, you must pass through a specialized access gate known…
Listen in the app8The Black Bamboo and Historic Trees2:46
Stepping away from the man-made structures, we now turn our attention to the living architecture of Ojukheon—the magnificent flora that has silently witnessed centuries of human history. The very name of this estate, Ojukheon, is…
Listen in the app9Chochungdo Flower Garden and Guyongjeong Pavilion2:41
Moving gracefully through the estate, we arrive at a visually stunning space that perfectly merges natural beauty with artistic genius: the Chochungdo Flower Garden. This lush, carefully curated garden serves as a vibrant, living…
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Our final major stop on this comprehensive walking tour brings us out of the historic courtyards and into the climate-controlled quiet of the Yulgok Memorial Hall and the adjacent Gangneung City Museum. This modern exhibition…
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As our detailed exploration of Ojukheon comes to an elegant conclusion, let us pause near the exit path to reflect on the monumental journey we have just undertaken. We have walked through spaces that defy the simple…
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What is Ojukheon?
Ojukheon is a place in 강릉시 with 11 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 강릉시 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 11 |
| Total length | 31 min 08 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 37.7786, 128.8778 |
| Last updated |