Introduction to Dasan Heritage Site, the Final Path of a Late Joseon Dynasty Scholar

Dasan Heritage Site (Namyangju): A Place for Healing and Learning History in a One-Day Trip How much do you know about Dasan Jeong ...

Dasan Heritage Site (Namyangju): A Place for Healing and Learning History in a One-Day Trip

How much do you know about Dasan Jeong Yak-yong (1762-1836)?

Jeong Yak-yong was a great scholar of the Joseon Dynasty who not only wrote numerous books but also made significant contributions in various fields such as architecture, economics, and politics. In 2012, he was even selected as a UNESCO World Heritage figure. ✨

In Namyangju City, you can find Dasan Jeong Yak-yong's birthplace. How about experiencing his life at the Dasan Heritage Site and leisurely walking through the traditional houses that still breathe history?

This designated cultural property in Gyeonggi Province includes Dasan Jeong Yak-yong's birthplace and the birthplaces of his four brothers. The site features a preserved shrine, museum, birthplace, and Dasan's tomb.

Don't miss out on the expansive historic site, the exhibition hall, and the annual Jeong Yak-yong Cultural Festival held every autumn! 🍁🍂

Gyeonggi Foreigner Reporter: @agata0710

📍 Dasan Heritage Site
11 Dasan-ro 747beon-gil, Joam-myeon, Namyangju, Gyeonggi Province
💰 Admission: Free
🕛 Operating Hours: 09:00 – 18:00 (Closed on Mondays)

Tourist Attractions near Dasan Heritage Site (Namyangju)
1. Dumulmeori

As the name suggests, Dumulmeori is where the North Han River and the South Han River merge. In the past, it was a resting place for boats traveling from Gangwon-do and Chungcheong-do before they entered Seoul. The vista of early morning mist and the sunrise is breathtaking. Watching the Huangpo boat gently float along the Dumulmeori Water Road is a heartwarming sight. Known as the first scenic spot of the Han River, Dumulmeori is also a popular filming location, attracting many foreign tourists.

- Address: 125 Dumulmeorigil, Yangse-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi Province
- Hours: Open all year round

2. Neungnae Station

Neungnae Station is a simple train station in Neungnae-ri, Joam-myeon, Namyangju City. It opened its doors in 1956, but ceased train services in 2008. However, it was reborn as a nostalgic station when the South Han River Bike Path was established nearby. The waiting room is now a gallery showcasing faded photographs from the station’s past. A charming train-themed café with flowers and bicycles has also opened in front of the historic tracks.

- Address: 566-5 Dasan-ro, Joam-myeon, Namyangju City, Gyeonggi Province
- Hours: Open all year round

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