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It is a historic house where the great scholar of the Joseon Dynasty, Yi I (Yulgok), and his mother, Shin Saimdang, were born.
It is a historic house where the great scholar of the Joseon Dynasty, Yi I (Yulgok), and his mother, Shin Saimdang, were born. It was named 'Ojukheon' because black bamboo grows around the house, and it is considered one of the oldest residential buildings in Korea. Following the footsteps of the figures who appear on the 5,000 won and 50,000 won banknotes, you can feel the tranquil atmosphere of a Hanok.
Within the grounds, there is also a municipal museum housing various artifacts, including Yulgok's books and Shin Saimdang's paintings, allowing you to take in the history and culture of Gangneung at a glance.
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