| Geumnanjeong
Pavilion (late 19th century) other
sites in Gangneung |
Gangneung, Korea |
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This pavilion was built in the late 19th century by Kim Hyong-jin, a local scholar, on the slopes of Sirubong peak north of Gyeongpodae. It was originally named Maehakcheong "Pavilion of Plum Blossoms and Cranes" because of the plum trees near the pavilion and Kim's love of cranes. It was renamed Geumnanjeong after it was bought by a member of the local Geumnangye guild and moved to its present location.
(Designated Gangwondo Tangible Cultural Property #5).
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All images copyright 2004 Tim Ciccone
The author wishes to thank Lee Baek-kyu, a local resident, for his broad knowledge of Gangneung history and assistance in visiting numerous local sites.
Cultural Properties Administration