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First published
Oct 14, 2026

Byeokjin Seowon Confucian Academy

Byeokjin Seowon is a traditional Confucian academy in Pungam-dong, Gwangju. Municipal tourism guidance lists a staffed interpretation service; access to buildings needs separate confirmation.

Address
42 Songpung-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea (Byeokjin Seowon; Pungam-dong 769-1)
Hours
Tourism interpretation hours: daily 10:00–17:00 (may change); this is not a confirmed opening schedule for the academy itself.
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Why it matters now

The municipal guide confirms its address and interpretation staffing. Groups and visitors requiring another language should reserve at least one week ahead. Individual building access and fees are not confirmed.

Why go

See a traditional academy setting and, when available, learn about local heritage from a tourism interpreter.

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Plan the visit

Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.

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Getting thereFind directions on NAVER Map ↗42 Songpung-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea (Byeokjin Seowon; Pungam-dong 769-1)
Nearby facilities & servicesOpen guide →Tourism interpretation hours: daily 10:00–17:00 (may change); this is not a confirmed opening schedule for the academy itself.
Food & eatingOpen guide →
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