Munheonseowon Confucian Academy (문헌서원)

Chungnam · 66 Seowon-ro 172beon-gil, Gisan-myeon, Seocheon-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

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Hours
[Summer season (March~October)] - 09:00~17:30 [Winter season (November~February)] - 09:00~17:00 ※ Last admission: Entry allowed until 30 minutes before closing time ※ Closed on: January 1, Seollal and Chuseok holidays, every Monday (if Monday is a public holiday, closed the following day)

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Address
66 Seowon-ro 172beon-gil, Gisan-myeon, Seocheon-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

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Parking
Available

Overview

Munheonseowon Confucian Academy was established to pay tribute to the memory of Lee Gok (1298-1351) and Lee Saek (1328-1396) who were well-respected for their writings and character. The school was originally built in 1594, but was burnt down during the Imjin War (1592-1598). It was rebuilt in 1610 and became a legislated private institute in 1611.

The academy consists of an educational area and a shrine. Mortuary tablets of five Confucian scholars including Lee Jong-hak, Lee Ja, Lee Gae as well as Lee Gok and Lee Saek were enshrined at the school.

Location

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How to Get There

Info: +82-41-953-5895

Best Time to Visit

South Korea has four distinct seasons. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are the most popular times to visit. Summer brings humidity and occasional typhoons, while winter is cold but great for ski resorts and festivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

[Summer season (March~October)] - 09:00~17:30 [Winter season (November~February)] - 09:00~17:00 ※ Last admission: Entry allowed until 30 minutes before closing time ※ Closed on: January 1, Seollal and Chuseok holidays, every Monday (if Monday is a public holiday, closed the following day)

Available

Mondays (closed the following day if Monday is a public holiday), New Year's Day, the day of Seollal (Lunar New Year’s Day) and Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day)

+82-41-953-5895