Serene Buddha statue at a Geumsan shrine, surrounded by lush greenery.Culture

Gyeonggijeon Shrine

경기전

Hanok Village, Jeonju · 전주

A 1410 shrine holding the portrait of King Taejo, founder of the Joseon dynasty, whose clan came from Jeonju, set in grounds of bamboo and old zelkova.

Why it’s worth it

The bamboo walk behind the main hall is where everyone in hanbok ends up, and the shrine itself is free of the crowd. The portrait is a national treasure.

CategoryCulture
AreaHanok Village
Hours09:00–19:00
Typical spend₩
royal portraitbamboojoseon founder

Planning a trip to Jeonju?

Plan your Jeonju trip →

Nearby

Walking distance from Gyeonggijeon Shrine

All of Jeonju

More culture

Shrines, palaces and quiet rooms

Crowd gathers around a mikoshi during a vibrant festival at a shrine in Tokyo, Japan. Celebrating culture and tradition.

Kanda Myojin Shrine

Akihabara · Tokyo · Culture

Reflective surreal art installation with mirrored surfaces in Koto City, Tokyo, featuring abstract egg shapes and mist.

teamLab Planets TOKYO

Toyosu · Tokyo · Culture

Scenic view of Meiji Shrine architecture amidst lush greenery in Tokyo, Japan.Hidden gem

Nezu Shrine

Bunkyo · Tokyo · Culture

Photo by ki-mock koo on Pexels