Sosu Seowon (UNESCO)
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·2740 Sobaek-ro, Sunheung-myeon, Yeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South KoreaCategory
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2740 Sobaek-ro, Sunheung-myeon, Yeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
Korea's first Confucian academy (1543) and UNESCO World Heritage site. Beautiful traditional architecture surrounded by ancient pine trees and ginkgo trees that turn brilliant gold in autumn. A place of scholarly tranquility.
Best Time to Visit
SepOctNov
Tips
- Best in autumn when ginkgo trees turn gold.
- The pine forest walk is peaceful.
- Combine with Buseoksa Temple (30 min drive).
- Yeongju Museulmok (Seonbi culture area) is nearby.
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