Haenam’s Gosan Historic Site Selected for “Local 100”... “National Treasure-Level Appeal Recognized”

Historical Value Recognized for Nokwudang, Torreya-nut Tree Forest and More
Nationwide Promotional Support to Boost Tourism Momentum

Gosan Yun Seondo Historic Site, a leading historical and cultural attraction in Haenam County, South Jeolla Province, has been recognized as a regional cultural attraction officially certified by the government.

Haenam County announced on the 3rd that Gosan Yun Seondo Historic Site has been finally selected for "Local 100 (Top 100 Regional Cultural Attractions)", organized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Haenam Gosan Yunseondo Historic Site was finally selected for "Local 100", hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. Provided by Haenam County

"Local 100" is a project promoted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Regional Culture Promotion Agency to discover cultural assets with unique local appeal, expand opportunities for the public to enjoy culture, and encourage an inflow of resident and lifestyle populations to the regions. The evaluation items comprehensively consider attractiveness, distinctiveness, and linkage with local culture, as well as the impact on local residents and visitors and the potential for further development.

The newly selected Gosan Yun Seondo Historic Site is located in Yeondong Village in Haenam-eup and is a place imbued with the spirit of Gosan Yun Seondo, regarded as the founding father of Korean vernacular literature of the Joseon Dynasty. Centered around Nokwudang (Historic Site No. 167), the scholar’s residence, it harmoniously combines nature and history, including the Torreya-nut tree forest designated as a Natural Monument and the Ouga Garden. In addition, the Gosan Yun Seondo Museum and the Land’s End Pilgrimage Literature Hall are located on the site, making it a key destination for humanities-themed tours in Haenam.

In particular, the site houses an extensive collection of more than 3,000 items of national heritage, including “Portrait of Gongjae Yoon Duseo (Self-Portrait)”, National Treasure No. 240, and the Haenam Yoon Clan Family Painting Albums, and is regarded as a cradle that showcases the essence of the noble household culture of the Namdo region. The county has focused its administrative efforts on modernly inheriting Gosan’s literary spirit through the operation of the museum and the literature hall.

With this selection, Gosan Yun Seondo Historic Site will receive multifaceted promotional support from the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Regional Culture Promotion Agency going forward. It will not only be featured in promotional booklets distributed at major transportation hubs nationwide, but will also be able to raise its external recognition through online and offline certification plaques.

An official from the county said, “We hope that the selection of Gosan Yun Seondo Historic Site, one of Haenam’s most precious assets, for Local 100 will serve as an opportunity to shed new light on its value,” adding, “We will do our best to expand content and enhance management so that more tourists will visit and wish to stay longer here.”

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