Lee Jang-woo's House Audio Guide & Tour — Things to Do in Gwangju, Korea

Stories you can hear here

4 stories · about 5 min

IntroThe Hanok with a Hidden Turtle and Sparrow43 sec
StoryThe Old House Built by Jeong Byeong-ho in 1899about 2 min
StoryThe Traditional Garden Restored in 2009about 1 min
StoryGolden Volcanic Rocks in the Courtyard of the Old Houseabout 1 min

Preview

Take a stroll through this traditional Korean house under its grand tiled roof. Did you know that on the doors of the main wooden hall in the women's quarters, a carved turtle acts as a handle and a sparrow holds the door in place? This antique house was built with a rare L-shaped plan to make daily life easier for the women who lived here. Enjoy your walk as you look for these careful, hidden touches throughout the home.

You will enjoy this place more by exploring and experiencing it for yourself, rather than just following a guide. Simply listen to the stories like background music, and enjoy the moment.

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